MSC Cruises

Your MSC cruise fare includes:

• Accommodation in your chosen cabin type.

• Full board dining in main restaurants and buffets.

• World-class entertainment, including Broadway-style shows and live music.

• Access to pools, gyms, kids’ clubs, and most onboard activities.

Extras not included are:

• Alcoholic drinks and some premium beverages.

• Speciality dining restaurants.

• Shore excursions.

• Spa and wellness treatments.

• Wi-Fi and onboard shopping.

MSC also offers all-inclusive drinks packages and bundled deals to make your cruise more cost-effective.

Yes. MSC is highly family-friendly, offering free cruise fares for kids on selected sailings, family cabins, kids’ clubs, LEGO® play areas, waterparks, and dedicated family entertainment programs.

Yes, all MSC Cruises ships are equipped with onboard Wi-Fi. MSC offers different internet packages depending on your needs:

• Browse Package: ideal for basic internet use, such as checking emails, browsing the web, and using social media.

• Browse & Stream Package: suitable for streaming, video calls, and heavier use.

Prices vary by cruise length, but purchasing your Wi-Fi package in advance is usually cheaper than buying it onboard. MSC is also rolling out Starlink™ satellite internet across its fleet, giving faster and more reliable coverage at sea.

MSC offers different experiences to suit all budgets:

• Bella: entry-level fare with all essentials: cabin, meals, and entertainment.

• Fantastica: includes Bella benefits plus cabin location upgrades, flexible dining, and priority for booking services.

• Aurea: premium experience with priority boarding and luggage drop off, inclusive drinks package, spa benefits, and access to exclusive areas.

• MSC Yacht Club: the ultimate luxury "ship within a ship" experience featuring a private lounge, butler service, all-inclusive dining and drinks, plus an exclusive pool deck.

This tiered system allows guests to customise their cruise experience based on comfort and budget.

Yes, MSC offers the MSC for Me app on most of its newer ships. Features include:

• Mobile check-in before your cruise.

• Daily activity schedules and real-time ship updates.

• Onboard navigation and deck maps.

• Chat and messaging with other passengers (without Wi-Fi).

• Booking excursions, dining, and activities directly through the app.

The app helps guests save time and personalise their onboard experience, making it especially useful for larger MSC ships.

The best cabins depend on your travel style and personal preferences:

• Mid-ship cabins: less movement, ideal if you’re prone to seasickness.

• Aft cabins: offer beautiful wake views and often larger balconies.

• Forward cabins: great for early risers, but guests may feel more movement.

• MSC Yacht Club suites: luxury accommodations with private lounge, pool, and butler service.

Many MSC Cruises guests recommend booking on a higher deck with a balcony for the best sea views.

MSC cruise ships typically have a combination of European and US-style plug sockets in the cabins. The voltage is generally 110/220V, which accommodates both types of plugs. Newer ships, such as the MSC Virtuosa and MSC Seascape, also often include USB charging ports.

Standard extension cords and surge protectors are generally not allowed onboard due to safety regulations, as they are considered fire hazards. It is best to check MSC's official policy or contact them directly for the most up-to-date rules.

Yes, all MSC cruise cabins are equipped with a hairdryer.

MSC Cruises generally has a relaxed dress code. However, if guests are looking for more guidance on what to pack for a cruise, there are various occasions onboard an MSC cruise which may require a certain outfit style:

• Daytime: casual wear encouraged, such as shorts, t-shirts, and swimwear.

• Evenings: smart-casual in restaurants, no swimwear or flip-flops.

• Gala nights: usually one or two formal evenings per cruise, where cocktail dresses, suits, or elegant outfits are recommended.

• Theme nights: depending on the cruise, MSC hosts events such as 'White Night', 'Tropical Night', or ’70s parties- guests often dress up in these themes to join the fun!

Main dining rooms and buffet restaurants are included in your cruise fare, offering a wide variety of international cuisine. Room service is also available, though fees may apply at certain times.

Speciality dining restaurants vary by ship but can include Butcher’s Cut steakhouse, HOLA! Tacos & Cantina, Ocean Cay seafood, Kaito Teppanyaki, and Venchi Chocolate & Gelato. These restaurants come at an additional cost.

Yes, MSC offers vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and other dietary options. Guests should inform the cruise line in advance of any special requirements.

Drinks are not included in the base fare (except for Yacht Club and some Aurea fares). MSC offers a variety of drinks packages, from soft drinks to premium cocktails, wines, and spirits, which can be purchased before or during the cruise.

No, MSC does not allow guests to bring alcohol onboard. Beverages must be purchased through MSC’s bars, restaurants, or drinks packages.

Classic cocktails, house spirits, draft/bottled beer, house wine, soft drinks, juices, water, and basic hot drinks in most venues (excludes speciality bars).

Premium & fresh fruit cocktails, premium wines, champagne, premium spirits & liquers, craft beers, soft/energy drinks, juices/smoothies, protein shakes, speciality coffee, tea, & assorted hot drinks, and still/sparkling water. Non-alcoholic beers, wines, and cocktails are also included. With this package, guests also receive a 25% discount on wine/champagne bottles. Guests are limited to 15 alcoholic drinks per day, with no price limit. (Valid in all main venues, speciality restaurants, and private islands)

Non-alcoholic cocktails, sodas, juices, flavoured water, energy drinks, speciality coffee/tea, and soft-serve ice cream (valid in all main venues, not speciality bars).

For guests under 18 years old, this package includes coffee, tea & assorted hot drinks, soft & energy drinks, juices & smoothies, mocktails, and still/sparkling water.

Options include interior cabins, ocean-view cabins, balcony cabins, and suites. Guests seeking luxury can book the MSC Yacht Club, which provides private suites, butler service, and exclusive areas.

Yes, MSC has family staterooms and connected cabins designed for larger groups, plus bunk beds and sofa beds in some categories.

Yacht Club suites include all-inclusive drinks and dining, priority boarding, a private lounge and pool deck, 24-hour butler service, and access to exclusive areas of the ship.

You can book excursions online in advance via the MSC website or app, or onboard at the Excursions Desk. Booking early is recommended, as popular tours often sell out.

Yes, guests are free to disembark and explore independently at most ports, unless there are specific local regulations in place.

Many excursions are family-friendly, with options for sightseeing, beach trips, cultural tours, and adventure activities. Age and mobility requirements vary by excursion.

Guests can enjoy Broadway-style shows, live music, dance parties, comedy acts, casinos, and themed evenings. Meraviglia-class ships also feature Carousel Productions at Sea, combining acrobatics, music, and technology.

Yes, MSC partners with LEGO® and Chicco to provide kids’ play areas and clubs tailored by age group, plus teens’ lounges and activities.

Many MSC cruise ships feature waterparks, waterslides, sports courts, bowling alleys, and even Formula 1 simulators, depending on the ship class.