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Turkey, Greece, Italy, Croatia

Turkey, Greece, Italy, Croatia

About This Cruise

Who Is This Cruise For?

  • Families

    11 kids’ and teens’ clubs on board MSC Splendida

  • Groups & friends

    MSC Splendida is a big resort ship with plenty to do together

Type

Ocean, Resort

Ship

MSC Splendida

Departure Date

22 August 2027

Cruise Line

MSC Cruises

Duration

9 Nights

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Itinerary

Turkey

Istanbul

The only city in the world that can lay claim to straddling two continents, Istanbul—once known as Constantinople, capital of the Byzantine and then the Ottoman Empire—has for centuries been a bustling metropolis with one foot in Europe and the other in Asia. Istanbul embraces this enviable position with both a certain chaos and inventiveness, ever evolving as one of the world’s most cosmopolitan crossroads. It’s often said that Istanbul is the meeting point of East and West, but visitors to this city built over the former capital of two great empires are likely to be just as impressed by the juxtaposition of old and new. Office towers creep up behind historic palaces, women in chic designer outfits pass others wearing long skirts and head coverings, peddlers’ pushcarts vie with battered old Fiats and shiny BMWs for dominance of the noisy, narrow streets, and the Grand Bazaar competes with modern shopping malls. At dawn, when the muezzin's call to prayer resounds from ancient minarets, there are inevitably a few hearty revelers still making their way home from nightclubs and bars. Most visitors to this sprawling city of more than 14 million will first set foot in the relatively compact Old City, where the legacy of the Byzantine and Ottoman empires can be seen in monumental works of architecture like the brilliant Aya Sofya and the beautifully proportioned mosques built by the great architect Sinan. Though it would be easy to spend days, if not weeks, exploring the wealth of attractions in the historical peninsula, visitors should make sure also to venture elsewhere in order to experience the vibrancy of contemporary Istanbul. With a lively nightlife propelled by its young population and an exciting arts scene that’s increasingly on the international radar—thanks in part to its stint as the European Capital of Culture in 2010—Istanbul is truly a city that never sleeps. It’s also a place where visitors will feel welcome: Istanbul may be on the Bosphorus, but at heart it’s a Mediterranean city, whose friendly inhabitants are effusively social and eager to share what they love most about it.

Greece

Corfu

Corfu town today is a vivid tapestry of cultures—a sophisticated weave, where charm, history, and natural beauty blend. Located about midway along the island's east coast, this spectacularly lively capital is the cultural heart of Corfu and has a remarkable historic center that UNESCO designated as a World Heritage Site in 2007. All ships and planes dock or land near Corfu town, which occupies a small peninsula jutting into the Ionian Sea.Whether arriving by ferry from mainland Greece or Italy, from another island, or directly by plane, catch your breath by first relaxing with a coffee or a gelato in Corfu town's shaded Liston Arcade, then stroll the narrow lanes of its pedestrians-only quarter. For an overview of the immediate area, and a quick tour of Mon Repos palace, hop on the little tourist train that runs from May to September. Corfu town has a different feel at night, so book a table at one of its famed tavernas to savor the island's unique cuisine.The best way to get around Corfu town is on foot. The town is small enough so that you can easily walk to every sight. There are local buses, but they do not thread their way into the streets (many now car-free) of the historic center. If you are arriving by ferry or plane, it's best to take a taxi to your hotel. Expect to pay about €10 from the airport or ferry terminal to a hotel in Corfu town. If there are no taxis waiting, you can call for one.

Italy

Bari

Bari, capital of the province of Apulia, lies on southern Italy's Adriatic coast. Its busy port is a leading commercial and industrial centre as well as a transit point for travellers catching ferries across the Adriatic to Greece. Bari comprises a new and an old town. To the north, on a promontory between the old and new harbours, lies the picturesque old town, or Citta Vecchia, with a maze of narrow, crooked streets. To the south is the spacious and regularly planned new town, which has developed considerably since 1930, when the Levant Fair was first held here. The heart of the modern town is Piazza della Liberta. The busy thoroughfare, Corso Vittorio Emanuele II, separates the new town from the old. At the eastern end of the Corso begins the Lungomare Nazario Sauro, a magnificent seafront promenade that runs along the old harbour. Bari and the Apulian region were long recognized for their strategic location, attracting a succession of colonizers such as the Normans, Moors and Spaniards, each leaving their mark. 

Italy

Trieste

Up until the end of World War I, Trieste was the only port of the vast Austro-Hungarian Empire and therefore a major industrial and financial center. In the early years of the 20th century, Trieste and its surroundings also became famous by their association with some of the most important names of Italian literature, such as Italo Svevo, and English and German letters. James Joyce drew inspiration from the city's multiethnic population, and Rainer Maria Rilke was inspired by the seacoast west of the city. Although it has lost its importance as a port and a center of finance, it has never fully lost its roll as an intellectual center. The streets hold a mix of monumental, neoclassical, and art-nouveau architecture built by the Austrians during Trieste's days of glory, granting an air of melancholy stateliness to a city that lives as much in the past as the present.

Croatia

Split

Split's ancient core is so spectacular and unusual that a visit is more than worth your time. The heart of the city lies within the walls of Roman emperor Diocletian's retirement palace, which was built in the 3rd century AD. Diocletian, born in the nearby Roman settlement of Salona in AD 245, achieved a brilliant career as a soldier and became emperor at the age of 40. In 295 he ordered this vast palace to be built in his native Dalmatia, and when it was completed he stepped down from the throne and retired to his beloved homeland. Upon his death, he was laid to rest in an octagonal mausoleum, around which Split's magnificent cathedral was built.In 615, when Salona was sacked by barbarian tribes, those fortunate enough to escape found refuge within the stout palace walls and divided up the vast imperial apartments into more modest living quarters. Thus, the palace developed into an urban center, and by the 11th century the settlement had expanded beyond the ancient walls.Under the rule of Venice (1420–1797), Split—as a gateway to the Balkan interior—became one of the Adriatic's main trading ports, and the city's splendid Renaissance palaces bear witness to the affluence of those times. When the Habsburgs took control during the 19th century, an overland connection to Central Europe was established by the construction of the Split–Zagreb–Vienna railway line.After World War II, the Tito years saw a period of rapid urban expansion: industrialization accelerated and the suburbs extended to accommodate high-rise apartment blocks. Today the historic center of Split is included on UNESCO's list of World Heritage Sites.

Greece

Piraeus

It's no wonder that all roads lead to the fascinating and maddening metropolis of Athens. Lift your eyes 200 feet above the city to the Parthenon, its honey-color marble columns rising from a massive limestone base, and you behold architectural perfection that has not been surpassed in 2,500 years. But, today, this shrine of classical form dominates a 21st-century boomtown. To experience Athens—Athína in Greek—fully is to understand the essence of Greece: ancient monuments surviving in a sea of cement, startling beauty amid the squalor, tradition juxtaposed with modernity. Locals depend on humor and flexibility to deal with the chaos; you should do the same. The rewards are immense. Although Athens covers a huge area, the major landmarks of the ancient Greek, Roman, and Byzantine periods are close to the modern city center. You can easily walk from the Acropolis to many other key sites, taking time to browse in shops and relax in cafés and tavernas along the way. From many quarters of the city you can glimpse "the glory that was Greece" in the form of the Acropolis looming above the horizon, but only by actually climbing that rocky precipice can you feel the impact of the ancient settlement. The Acropolis and Filopappou, two craggy hills sitting side by side; the ancient Agora (marketplace); and Kerameikos, the first cemetery, form the core of ancient and Roman Athens. Along the Unification of Archaeological Sites promenade, you can follow stone-paved, tree-lined walkways from site to site, undisturbed by traffic. Cars have also been banned or reduced in other streets in the historical center. In the National Archaeological Museum, vast numbers of artifacts illustrate the many millennia of Greek civilization; smaller museums such as the Goulandris Museum of Cycladic Art Museum and the Byzantine and Christian Museum illuminate the history of particular regions or periods. Athens may seem like one huge city, but it is really a conglomeration of neighborhoods with distinctive characters. The Eastern influences that prevailed during the 400-year rule of the Ottoman Empire are still evident in Monastiraki, the bazaar area near the foot of the Acropolis. On the northern slope of the Acropolis, stroll through Plaka (if possible by moonlight), an area of tranquil streets lined with renovated mansions, to get the flavor of the 19th-century's gracious lifestyle. The narrow lanes of Anafiotika, a section of Plaka, thread past tiny churches and small, color-washed houses with wooden upper stories, recalling a Cycladic island village. In this maze of winding streets, vestiges of the older city are everywhere: crumbling stairways lined with festive tavernas; dank cellars filled with wine vats; occasionally a court or diminutive garden, enclosed within high walls and filled with magnolia trees and the flaming trumpet-shaped flowers of hibiscus bushes. Formerly run-down old quarters, such as Thission, Gazi and Psirri, popular nightlife areas filled with bars and mezedopoleia (similar to tapas bars), are now in the process of gentrification, although they still retain much of their original charm, as does the colorful produce and meat market on Athinas. The area around Syntagma Square, the tourist hub, and Omonia Square, the commercial heart of the city about 1 km (½ mi) northwest, is distinctly European, having been designed by the court architects of King Otho, a Bavarian, in the 19th century. The chic shops and bistros of ritzy Kolonaki nestle at the foot of Mt. Lycabettus, Athens's highest hill (909 feet). Each of Athens's outlying suburbs has a distinctive character: in the north is wealthy, tree-lined Kifissia, once a summer resort for aristocratic Athenians, and in the south and southeast lie Glyfada, Voula, and Vouliagmeni, with their sandy beaches, seaside bars, and lively summer nightlife. Just beyond the city's southern fringes is Piraeus, a bustling port city of waterside fish tavernas and Saronic Gulf views.

Turkey

Kusadasi

Whilst the busy resort town of Kusadasi offers much in the way of shopping and dining – not to mention a flourishing beach life scene, the real jewel here is Ephesus and the stunning ruined city that really take centre stage. With only 20% of the classical ruins having been excavated, this archaeological wonder has already gained the status as Europe’s most complete classical metropolis. And a metropolis it really is; built in the 10th century BC this UNESCO World Heritage site is nothing short of spectacular. Although regrettably very little remains of the Temple of Artemis (one of the seven wonders of the ancient world), the superb Library of Celsus’ façade is practically intact and it is one of life’s great joys to attend an evening performance in the illuminated ruins once all the tourists have left. The history of the city is fascinating and multi-layered and it is well worth reading up on this beforehand if a visit is planned. Another point of interest for historians would be the house of the Virgin Mary, located on the romantically named Mount Nightingale and just nine kilometres away from Ephesus proper. Legend has it that Mary (along with St. John) spent her final years here, secluded from the rest of the population, spreading Christianity. An edifying experience, even for non-believers. For the less historical minded amongst you, Kusadasi offers plenty in the way of activities. After a stroll through the town, jump in a taxi to Ladies’ Beach (men are allowed), sample a Turkish kebap on one of the many beachfront restaurants and enjoy the clement weather. If you do want to venture further afield, then the crystal clear beaches of Guzelcamli (or the Millipark), the cave of Zeus and the white scalloped natural pools at Pamukkale, known as Cleopatra’s pools, are definitely worth a visit.

Turkey

Istanbul

The only city in the world that can lay claim to straddling two continents, Istanbul—once known as Constantinople, capital of the Byzantine and then the Ottoman Empire—has for centuries been a bustling metropolis with one foot in Europe and the other in Asia. Istanbul embraces this enviable position with both a certain chaos and inventiveness, ever evolving as one of the world’s most cosmopolitan crossroads. It’s often said that Istanbul is the meeting point of East and West, but visitors to this city built over the former capital of two great empires are likely to be just as impressed by the juxtaposition of old and new. Office towers creep up behind historic palaces, women in chic designer outfits pass others wearing long skirts and head coverings, peddlers’ pushcarts vie with battered old Fiats and shiny BMWs for dominance of the noisy, narrow streets, and the Grand Bazaar competes with modern shopping malls. At dawn, when the muezzin's call to prayer resounds from ancient minarets, there are inevitably a few hearty revelers still making their way home from nightclubs and bars. Most visitors to this sprawling city of more than 14 million will first set foot in the relatively compact Old City, where the legacy of the Byzantine and Ottoman empires can be seen in monumental works of architecture like the brilliant Aya Sofya and the beautifully proportioned mosques built by the great architect Sinan. Though it would be easy to spend days, if not weeks, exploring the wealth of attractions in the historical peninsula, visitors should make sure also to venture elsewhere in order to experience the vibrancy of contemporary Istanbul. With a lively nightlife propelled by its young population and an exciting arts scene that’s increasingly on the international radar—thanks in part to its stint as the European Capital of Culture in 2010—Istanbul is truly a city that never sleeps. It’s also a place where visitors will feel welcome: Istanbul may be on the Bosphorus, but at heart it’s a Mediterranean city, whose friendly inhabitants are effusively social and eager to share what they love most about it.
Suite

MSC Yacht Club Executive and Family Suite with Balcony

Enjoy a luxurious and unforgettable cruise with 24-Hour Butler service, dedicated concierge, Premium Extra Drink, Internet packages and a world of more privileges.

Features

  • Separate living area and dining room
  • Bathroom with bathtub and shower, vanity area with hairdryer
  • Walk-in wardrobes
  • Comfortable double or single beds (on request)
  • Wifi connection included
  • Interactive TV, telephone, safe and minibar

Benefits

  • Dedicated butler and 24-hour exclusive concierge
  • Premium Drink and Wi-Fi packages included
  • Priority embarkation and disembarkation
  • Access to the Thermal Suite in the MSC Aurea SPA
  • Private Lounge, swimming pool and gourmet restaurant

Important: This cabin will be available for cruises with departure dates starting from April 16th, 2025.

Suite

MSC Yacht Club Executive & Family Suite

Enjoy a luxurious and unforgettable cruise with 24-Hour Butler service, dedicated concierge, Premium Extra Drink, Internet packages and a world of more privileges.

Features

  • Panoramic Sealed Window
  • Sitting area with sofa
  • Spacious wardrobe
  • Bathroom with shower or bathtub, vanity area with hairdryer
  • Comfortable double or single beds (on request)
  • Wifi connection included
  • Interactive TV, telephone, safe and minibar|

Benefits

  • Dedicated butler and 24-hour exclusive concierge
  • Premium Drink and Wi-Fi packages included
  • Priority embarkation and disembarkation
  • Access to the Thermal Suite in the MSC Aurea SPA
  • Private Lounge, swimming pool and gourmet restaurant

Suite

MSC Yacht Club Grand Suite

Enjoy a luxurious and unforgettable cruise with 24-Hour Butler service, dedicated concierge, Premium Extra Drink, Internet packages and a world of more privileges.

Features

  • Ample wardrobe
  • Bathroom with bathtub and vanity area with hairdryer
  • Comfortable double bed or single beds (on request)
  • Wifi connection included
  • Interactive TV, telephone, safe and minibar

Benefits

  • Dedicated butler and 24-hour exclusive concierge
  • Premium Drink and Wi-Fi packages included
  • Priority embarkation and disembarkation
  • Access to the Thermal Suite in the MSC Aurea SPA
  • Private Lounge, swimming pool and gourmet restaurant

Suite

MSC Yacht Club Deluxe Suite

Enjoy a luxurious and unforgettable cruise with 24-Hour Butler service, dedicated concierge, Premium Extra Drink, Internet packages and a world of more privileges.

Features

  • Ample wardrobe
  • Bathroom with bathtub and vanity area with hairdryer
  • Comfortable double bed or single beds (on request)
  • Wifi connection included
  • Interactive TV, telephone, safe and minibar

Benefits

  • Dedicated butler and 24-hour exclusive concierge
  • Premium Drink and Wi-Fi packages included
  • Priority embarkation and disembarkation
  • Access to the Thermal Suite in the MSC Aurea SPA
  • Private Lounge, swimming pool and gourmet restaurant

Suite

Grand Suite Aurea

Make your cruise memorable enjoying an elegant suite with more living space, a large private balcony, and exclusive benefits.

Features

  • Sitting area with sofa
  • Spacious Wardrobe
  • Bathroom with bathtub, vanity area with hairdryer
  • Comfortable double or single beds (on request)
  • Interactive TV, Wifi connection available (for a fee), telephone, safe and minibar 

Benefits

  • Access to thermal area (for adults only, upon reservation)
  • Welcome package (Prosecco + chocolate)
  • Dine any time you choose
  • Free access to the Top Exclusive Solarium
  • Discounted packages offer
  • 10% discount on all spa treatments purchased on board
  • Priority boarding & luggage drop off

Aurea Suites Exclusive Privileges in addition (For bookings from Feb 3rd 2025 , sailing from Jul 1st, 2025.)

Suite

Premium Suite Aurea

Make your cruise memorable enjoying an elegant suite with more living space, a large private balcony, and exclusive benefits.

Features

  • Sitting area with sofa
  • Spacious Wardrobe
  • Bathroom with bathtub, vanity area with hairdryer
  • Comfortable double or single beds (on request)
  • Interactive TV, Wifi connection available (for a fee), telephone, safe and minibar 

Benefits

  • Access to thermal area (for adults only, upon reservation)
  • Welcome package (Prosecco + chocolate)
  • Dine any time you choose
  • Free access to the Top Exclusive Solarium
  • Discounted packages offer
  • 10% discount on all spa treatments purchased on board
  • Priority boarding & luggage drop off

Aurea Suites Exclusive Privileges in addition (For bookings from Feb 3rd 2025 , sailing from Jul 1st, 2025.):

  • Priority tender and disembarkation
  • In-suite espresso machine amenities
  • Premium Relaxation amenities in each suite (including bathrobe, slippers, and bespoke MED Bath amenities)
  • Complimentary Ironing (2 items per suite)
  • Premium Minibar (first minibar items for free)

Suite

Premium Suite Aurea with Sealed Window

Make your cruise memorable enjoying an elegant suite with more living space, a large private balcony, and exclusive benefits.

Features

  • Panoramic sealed window
  • Sitting area with sofa
  • Spacious Wardrobe
  • Bathroom with bathtub, vanity area with hairdryer
  • Comfortable double or single beds (on request)
  • Interactive TV, Wifi connection available (for a fee), telephone, safe and minibar

Benefits

  • Access to thermal area (for adults only, upon reservation)
  • Welcome package (Prosecco + chocolate)
  • Dine any time you choose
  • Free access to the Top Exclusive Solarium
  • Discounted packages offer
  • 10% discount on all spa treatments purchased on board
  • Priority boarding & luggage drop off

Aurea Suites Exclusive Privileges in addition (For bookings from Feb 3rd 2025 , sailing from Jul 1st, 2025.):

  • Priority tender and disembarkation
  • In-suite espresso machine amenities
  • Premium Relaxation amenities in each suite (including bathrobe, slippers, and bespoke MED Bath amenities)
  • Complimentary Ironing (2 items per suite)
  • Premium Minibar (first minibar items for free)

Suite

Junior Suite Aurea With Sealed Window

Make your cruise memorable enjoying an elegant suite with more living space, a large private balcony, and exclusive benefits.

Features

  • Panoramic sealed window
  • Sitting area with sofa
  • Spacious Wardrobe
  • Bathroom with bathtub, vanity area with hairdryer
  • Comfortable double or single beds (on request)
  • Interactive TV, Wifi connection available (for a fee), telephone, safe and minibar 

Benefits

  • Access to thermal area (for adults only, upon reservation)
  • Welcome package (Prosecco + chocolate)
  • Dine any time you choose
  • Free access to the Top Exclusive Solarium
  • Discounted packages offer
  • 10% discount on all spa treatments purchased on board
  • Priority boarding & luggage drop off

Aurea Suites Exclusive Privileges in addition (For bookings from Feb 3rd 2025 , sailing from Jul 1st, 2025.):

  • Priority tender and disembarkation
  • In-suite espresso machine amenities
  • Premium Relaxation amenities in each suite (including bathrobe, slippers, and bespoke MED Bath amenities)
  • Complimentary Ironing (2 items per suite)
  • Premium Minibar (first minibar items for free)

Balcony

Deluxe Balcony Aurea

Relax and enjoy the sun and the sea breeze from the comfort of your private balcony.

Features

  • Sitting area with sofa
  • Bathroom with shower or bathtub, vanity area with hairdryer
  • Comfortable double or single beds (on request)
  • Interactive TV, telephone, Wifi connection available (for a fee), safe and minibar 

Benefits

  • Access to thermal area (for adults only, upon reservation)
  • Welcome package (Prosecco + chocolate)
  • Dine any time you choose
  • Free access to the Top Exclusive Solarium
  • Discounted packages offer
  • 10% discount on all spa treatments purchased on board
  • Priority boarding & luggage drop off

Aurea Suites Exclusive Privileges in addition (For bookings from Feb 3rd 2025 , sailing from Jul 1st, 2025.):

  • Priority tender and disembarkation
  • In-suite espresso machine amenities
  • Premium Relaxation amenities in each suite (including bathrobe, slippers, and bespoke MED Bath amenities)
  • Complimentary Ironing (2 items per suite)
  • Premium Minibar (first minibar items for free)

Balcony

Premium Balcony

Relax and enjoy the sun and the sea breeze from the comfort of your private balcony.

Features

  • Sitting area with sofa
  • Spacious Wardrobe
  • Bathroom with bathtub, vanity area with hairdryer
  • Comfortable double or single beds (on request)
  • Interactive TV, Wifi connection available (for a fee), telephone, safe and minibar 

Balcony

Deluxe Balcony with Partial View

Relax and enjoy the sun and the sea breeze from the comfort of your private balcony.

Features

  • Sitting area with sofa
  • Bathroom with shower or bathtub, vanity area with hairdryer
  • Comfortable double or single beds (on request)
  • Interactive TV, telephone, Wifi connection available (for a fee), safe and minibar 

Balcony

Guarantee Balcony

Relax and enjoy the sun and the sea breeze from the comfort of your private balcony.

Features

  • Sitting area with sofa
  • Bathroom with shower or bathtub, vanity area with hairdryer
  • Comfortable double or single beds (on request)
  • Interactive TV, telephone, Wifi connection available (for a fee), safe and minibar 

Outside

Premium Ocean View

The comfort and elegance you need to enjoy your cruise.

Features

  • Relaxing armchair
  • Bathroom with shower, vanity area and hairdryer
  • Comfortable double or single beds (on request)
  • TV, telephone, Wifi connection available (for a fee), safe and minibar
Outside

Guarantee Ocean View

The comfort and elegance you need to enjoy your cruise.

Features

  • Relaxing armchair
  • Bathroom with shower, vanity area and hairdryer
  • Comfortable double or single beds (on request)
  • TV, telephone, Wifi connection available (for a fee), safe and minibar

Inside

Deluxe Interior

The comfort and elegance you need to enjoy your cruise.

Features

  • Relaxing armchair
  • Bathroom with shower, vanity area and hairdryer
  • Comfortable double or single beds (on request)
  • Interactive TV, telephone, Wifi connection available (for a fee), safe and minibar
  • ZOE - in-cabin Bluetooth speaker

Inside

Guarantee Inside

The comfort and elegance you need to enjoy your cruise.

Features

  • Relaxing armchair
  • Bathroom with shower, vanity area and hairdryer
  • Comfortable double or single beds (on request)
  • Interactive TV, telephone, Wifi connection available (for a fee), safe and minibar
  • ZOE - in-cabin Bluetooth speaker

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buffet

Bora Bora & Pago Buffet Restaurants

Pago Buffet - A wonderfully comfortable and casual place to eat. Watch our chefs at work while you enjoy the best of Mediterranean dining with a spectacular sea view.

Bora Bora Buffet - Delight in a feast for all your senses at our exquisite buffet, where an exquisite array of delectable dishes from around the world awaits. Indulge in a gastronomic adventure as you savor the flavors, sights, and aromas that will take your taste buds on an unforgettable journey. 

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international

La Reggia

Offering exquisite Mediterranean and international specialities and a change of menu everyday means that no two days are the same in our main restaurant.

italian

Villa Verde

In our main restaurant, we offer a unique culinary experience every day. With our exquisite Mediterranean and international specialties and a daily changing menu, we ensure that no two days are the same, providing you with a fresh and exciting dining experience each time.

asian

Sea Pavilion

This exclusive restaurant is a world of contemporary Asian culinary emotions.

Discover the culinary delights of the Sea Pavilion restaurant, where innovative fusion of Asian cuisines comes to life. In this restaurant the art of Hot Pot, a beloved comfort food across Asia, transcends regional boundaries with its universal appeal. At Sea Pavilion, we craft distinctive flavors to satisfy every palate, guaranteeing a memorable dining experience. Our tempting menu features an array of hot pot creations perfect for sharing, as well as refreshing appetizers to whet your appetite. 

steakhouse

Butcher's Cut

This American-style steak house serves select Linz heritage angus beef, gold standard in high-end angus beef thanks to the best genetics in breed. The highest quality product custom cut by master butchers and aged to perfection. The menu is inspired by the great plains and it is accompanied by bold New World wines and cocktails with swagger.

classic

L'Olivo Restaurant

A delightfully relaxed and cozy dining spot awaits you, offering the finest Mediterranean cuisine with a mesmerising ocean view. Watch our skilled chefs showcase their culinary expertise while you savour your meal in a casual ambiance.

Theatre

The Strand Theatre

You’d normally have to travel to London to see top-end shows, but thanks to our West End-style theatres, you can enjoy superlative entertainment with an international line-up of artists without having to leave the ship. Take your pick from a fabulous programme; there’s sure to be a show you love.

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Bar

Sports Bar

The name says it all; onboard passengers are unlikely to find a better place to relax and catch a game. There's a wide variety of sport shown here, from football to cricket, basketball to ice hockey, something to suit all tastes. Passengers will find a variety of alcoholic and soft drink awaiting, all of which are complimented by a sports-inspired menu, serving up dishes from all around the world.

The Sports Lounge on deck 7 is a multi-screen themed sports bar with seating for 87 passengers.

Featuring a customised drinks menu and snacks, it is also home to the two lane bowling alley which attracts a charge of €6 per game.

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Casino

Royal Palm Casino

Our casinos are elegantly designed, featuring games for all types of players. You’ll be able to try your hand at Roulette or Blackjack, challenge yourself at one of our Poker tables, or choose among a variety of slot machines.

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Bar

The Purple Jazz Bar

The Purple Jazz Bar has seating for 106 visitors and features live jazz music along with a special range of 'made to measure' drinks.

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Bar

L'Aperitivo Bar

The L'Aperitivo Bar overlooks the central atrium and is located on deck 6 serving the foyer area. It can seat up to 98 guests who can enjoy the musical entertainment from the bottom of the atrium.

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Bar

La Prua Piano Bar

The ship's Piano and Martini Bar, seats 108 and is located on deck 7.

Bar

Splendida Bar

The Bar is on deck 5 by the central atrium with 28 seats.

Guests can enjoy a drink here whilst listening to classical piano music, string quartets and singers.

Bar

The Pool Bars

The Pool bars are located by the Pool on Deck 14.

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Cafe

L'Espresso Coffee Bar

The ship's coffee shop serves a selection of cakes and desserts.

It is located on deck 7 with room for 58 passengers.

Shop

Photo Shop

The Photo Shop is located on deck 7. Photos captured by the ship's professional photographers both on board and ashore can be viewed in the adjoining Photo Gallery area and purchased in the photo shop.

Art Gallery

Art Gallery

The Art Gallery features a selection of artwork from fine prints, lithographs, water colours and oils which can be purchased during the ship's champagne art auctions.

It is located outside the Sports Bar and Jazz Bar on deck 7.

Cinema

4D Cinema

Visit our on-board 4D Cinema* for a chance to enter a world of adventure without having to leave the comfort of your seat. Enjoy a unique cinematic experience, full of surprising features and visual effects.

  • Type of service: Charges apply
  • Riding Difficulty: Medium
  • *Regulations: Min. Height admitted: 39 inches / 100 cm, Max. Weight admitted: 350 Lbs / 159 Kg

Adrenaline

MSC Formula Racer

Our amazing on-board MSC Formula Racer delivers an adrenaline-pumping virtual-reality race*, with you in the driver’s seat of a racing car. Go head to head against other racers and thrill to the feel of engines gunning. Huge fun for the young and the young at heart, regardless of who wins the race

  • Type of service: Charges apply
  • Riding Difficulty: Medium
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Lounge

The Aft Lounge

The Aft Lounge located on deck 7 and seating 268 guests, has its own bar and dance floor and plays host to live music and shows.

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Smoking Lounge

The Cigar Lounge

The Cigar Lounge, situated on deck 6 and seating 31 guests, offers elegant surroundings for guests to relax and enjoy a cigar accompanied by a drink selected from the range of fine spirits on offer.

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Lounge

MSC Yacht Club

Nestling in the prestigious foredecks is the exclusive MSC Yacht Club, a luxurious “ship within a ship”. In addition to its 71 designer suites, it boasts its own concierge reception, 24-hour butler service, private restaurant, lounge, pool deck and bar.

An exclusive haven of refinement

Discover a ship within a ship through our exclusive MSC Yacht Club, a place where you can savour exclusivity and privacy in a world of choice. A place where you can indulge in the luxury of a private club while enjoying access to a myriad of recreation and entertainment possibilities that the ship has to offer.

Lavishly appointed suites, an exclusive 24-hour butler service and a dedicated concierge are just the beginning of these exclusive cruise experiences. Welcome to the MSC Yacht Club, a cruise experience like no other.

You can discover the ultimate in MSC exclusivity with the MSC Yacht Club, selectively available on board of MSC Bellissima, MSC Divina, MSC Euribia, MSC Fantasia, MSC Grandiosa, MSC Meraviglia, MSC Preziosa, MSC Seascape, MSC Seashore, MSC Seaside, MSC Seaview, MSC Splendida, MSC Virtuosa and MSC World Europa. 

Private venues for total tranquillity

Luxurious accommodation and exclusive services are only the beginning. The MSC Yacht Club also boasts a range of superb private areas, from the elegant Top Sail Lounge with its panoramic views to the stylish restaurant and the One Pool Deck complete with private swimming pool, whirlpool baths, sun deck and bar.

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Library

Library

Located on Deck 5.

Activity

Theme Parties

We organise various daytime and evening Theme Parties on board. You may wish to bring bright fun clothes for the Sunshine Party and something white for the White Party.

Activity

MSC Factor

Think you’ve got what it takes to be a star in our on-board talent competition, The MSC Factor? Then come and showcase what you can do in the most exciting talent show at sea. Whatever your specific talent may be, don’t be shy – come and show the world what it’s been missing.

Activity

Masterchef

The world's best-loved food show awaits you on the MSC Cruises fleet! Experience the adrenaline-fuelled creativity of an extraordinary on-board cooking competition for adults and junior guests.

Activity

Sailaway Party

A start-of-the-cruise event celebrating the ship's departure, led by the Entertainment Team and Dancers in a spectacular Costume Parade.

Activity

Beer Festival

Fun-packed festive celebrations with a Bavarian flair - decorations, costumes, games, music and of course beer. There’s even a Master of Beer competition and a 6-metre-tall inflatable beer mug.

Bar

Bar del Riccio

Bar del Riccio is located on Deck 14.

Pool Deck

Playa Sol

Playa Sol is located on Deck 15.

Pool Deck

Swimming Pools

If a bit of poolside therapy sounds like your idea of heaven, look no further than one of our numerous swimming pools to get your fill of sun and relaxation, while our pool attendants can cater to your every need.

Activity

Mini Bowling

Strike! That’s what you want to hear every time the bowling ball barrels down the alley. See whether you have the knack and play against your family and friends to crown the bowling champion in your midst

Mini Bowling available on: MSC Magnifica, MSC Divina, MSC Splendida and MSC Preziosa.

Type of service: Charges apply

Arcade

Arcade

Spend a few fun-filled hours gaming at the Arcadeon board the ship. Pit your wits and skill against your friends in a variety of classic arcade games, including video games, pinball, and more.

Type of service: Charges apply

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Shop

Shopping

On our ships you'll find a wide selection of the best boutiques at sea stocked with all your favourite premium brands, so you can enjoy the best shopping experience during your cruise. Treat yourself on board and look your best whenever you want! Our shops are open all day and until late at night when at sea.

MSC Logo Shop - Infuse your cruise with gifts that spark magical memories of your voyage across the waves! Navigate the MSC Logo Shop for everything from gadgets to books and novelty gifts! You’ll also find MSC’s very own DOREMI Mascot right here in the MSC Shop.

Jewellery - A wonderland of all that sparkles; showcasing designs in gold, silver, precious and semi-precious stones and watches.

You’ll love the wide choice of jewellery, perfect as a special gift or to treat yourself, and at prices that will put an extra sparkle in your eye.

Duty Free - Discover everything the Duty Free shop has to offer, all at tax and duty-free prices*.

You can choose between top-flight international tobacco products, technology products, fine wines, chocolate, make up and travel essentials.

Our expert staff can provide you with all the help you need to make the perfect choice.

* We always give you the lowest tax and duty-free prices applicable in accordance with local legislation


Fashion Boutique - Browse the latest collections for men, women and children, plus an array of accessories for all tastes. Enjoy the expert guidance of our staff, here to help you find something for the special people in your life, whatever their age and taste!

Accessories - Top Italian brands such as Armani, Coccinelle, Furla and Fusaro feature alongside international names like Radley London, Calvin Klein, Lacoste, Tommy Hilfiger and Ralph Lauren.

Here you are sure to find serious sartorial inspiration for bags and accessories!

Photographers

Photo Gallery

Don’t forget to explore the All-Inclusive Digital Photo Package, which includes digital files of all the photos taken by our professional photographers on board. Digital photos are available for download only during your cruise. Keep in mind, once you disembark, downloading your photos won't be possible.

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Reception

Reception Guest Service

The Reception/Guest Service can be located on Deck 5.

Bar, Lounge

La Piazzetta Bar

Located on Deck 6.

Nightclub

Club 33

Club 33 is Splendida’s futuristic nightclub located on deck 16 with seats for 120 guests and served by its own bar.

Gym

Gym by TechnoGym®

Fitted with authentic TechnoGym® equipment and featuring panoramic ocean views, the on-board gym is the place to be for all those who take their fitness regime seriously. Hone your physique with a full set of TechnoGym® apparatus every day of your cruise to look better than ever before.

Type of service: Included

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Spa

MSC Aurea Spa

Feeling healthy and looking your best is all part of the MSC Cruises experience. Try something new, like advanced beauty treatments, a relaxing sauna, or enjoy a Balinese massage. Book your spa packages now and take advantage of online savings.

MSC Aurea Spa boasts an exotic interior of natural stone, precious woods and rich mosaics, and is equipped with specific and massage treatment suites. Being pampered by a traditional Balinese Massage is a truly unique experience. Thanks to a blend of scented essences and aromatic oils, your body is enveloped in an endlessly peaceful and relaxing aura. 

Type of service: Charges apply

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Salon

Beauty Salon

You can enjoy the expertise of highly specialised staff in aesthetic treatments to offer you excellent results and improve the relaxing effects of your cruise. Customise your cruise with the best treatments for your body. Unwind and feel fantastic!

Type of service: Charges apply

Whirlpool/Jacuzzi, Spa, Wellness

Thermal Area

Start your wellness journey in our on board thermal area and achieve a lasting feeling of absolute well-being that will stay with you well beyond your cruise. Our thermal experiences are designed to slowly raise your body temperature while you relax, taking full advantage of the holistic and therapeutic benefits of water and heat.

Spa facilities vary depending on the ship. Once on board, visit the Spa reception for more details.

Type of service: Charges apply

Salon

Hair Salon

Refresh your look with a new hairstyle! There are different packages which include a personalised shampoo & conditioning mask, a haircut and a single-process colour treatment. Leave the salon styled and ready for a great evening on board.

Available on: all MSC Ships

Jogging or Walking Track

Power Walking Track

Enjoying time off on your cruise doesn’t need to mean letting your fitness routine slide, so gear up and rendezvous with the power walking and jogging track on deck to get your daily exercise fix while also savouring outstanding ocean views.

Available on: all ships

Sports Court

Basketball

Come to the outdoor basketball court at the Sports Centre for a chance to hang out with friends, have fun shooting hoops and enjoy a full-body workout at the same time. You may not make the latest line-up of the Harlem Globetrotters, but you’re sure to have a great time.

Type of service: Included

Sports Court

Tennis Court

Anyone for tennis? Play to your heart’s content at the outdoor or indoor tennis court of our on-board Sports Centre. Tennis is ideal for getting some healthy activity, honing your hand-to-eye coordination and having loads of fun. Game, set and match to you.

Type of service: Included

Sports Court

Volleyball

Fast-paced, energetic and a ton of fun to play, volleyball is one of the world’s most popular team sports and one you can enjoy at the outdoor volleyball court at the on-board Sports Centre. Burn some calories and get a thorough cardiovascular workout while you land a kill and beat the opposing team.

Type of service: Included

Sports Court

Five-a-side Football

Fancy a game of footy? Your wish can be granted at the outdoor five-a-side football pitch at the Sports Centre. Team up with some friends or family and play a match against another on-board team. A great way to have fun, get active and turn strangers into friends.

Type of service: Included

Sports Court

Squash Court

If a fast game of squash is your favourite way of keeping fit or if you’d just like to give it a first go, simply book the outside squash court at our on-board Sports Centre and prepare to hit it like a pro. First played in Harrow, England, in 1830, the game certainly looks back on a long history.

Type of service: Included

Sports Court

Sport Tournaments

Tennis Tournament - if you've got a killer backhand then why not enter our onboard tennis tournament? It might not be Wimbledon but it'll serve up a great workout and possibly a taste of glory, too

Soccer Tournament - can you kick it? Yes you can! Sign up for the onboard soccer tournament and show off your skills. Your team needs you, so get involved.

Volleyball Tournament - unleash your competitive side in our very own onboard volleyball tournament. Quick reactions and impressive reach could lead you and your team to glory!

Basketball Tournament - ready to shoot some hoops? Then enter our onboard basketball tournament. Get involved and prepare for glory!

Ping Pong Tournament - pick up a paddle and prepare for battle! The ping pong tournament is on and you're invited. Ready for the challenge? See you there!

Table Soccer Tournament - if you're a fan of football in the miniaturised form known as foosball why not enter today's tournament? Just remember the golden rule - no spinning

Type of service: included

Wellness

Barber Shop

Inside the MSC Aurea Spa there’s a dedicated Barber Shop to keep you looking at your best during your time on board! Leave the salon styled and ready for a great evening.

Type of service: Charges apply

Baby Club 0-3

You can leave your toddlers with our MSC Babycare staff, or stay with them and enjoy the special Chicco toys and games. They'll love our music and rhythm activities, designed to awaken their curiosity.

MSC Cruises offers two services to all parents of babies under 3 years old*.

  • MSC Baby Time: is the service that allows parents to enter our baby club and play with their children at specific time slots each day.
  • MSC Baby Care: is the service that allows parents to leave their baby with the youth staff in determined time slots each day and in the meantime enjoy on-board services and relaxation. Both services are free of charge and allow a maximum of 15 babies to enter the Baby Club at the same time.

Our partnership with leading baby care brand Chicco provides a dedicated play area with facilities for babies and toddlers under 3 years old.

*To be left under the responsibility of youth staff during MSC Baby Care service, babies must be more than 6 months old.

Please note charges apply for the MSC Baby Care service and may vary by ship and itinerary.

Mini Club 3-6

The Mini Club welcomes children aged between 3 and 6 years old, bringing them new friends and lots of fun, enriched by the stimulating toys of our partnership with LEGO®. The club offers games, events and activities to free their imagination and make every day special. And the whole family is invited to the Doremi Family Disco!

Junior Club 7-11

The Junior Club inspires connection and cooperation among 7 to 11-year-olds, through a wide variety of activities. Highlights range from Masterchef at Sea Juniors and Dorebro Sport competitions to our Fire & Ice live video game. Do you like acting, dancing or singing? Enjoy the thrill of filming with the Kelly & Kloe On Board Green Screen Experience!

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Young Club

With the Young Club, kids from 12 to 14 years old can dive into a world of discovery, involvement and interaction.

Each day holds the promise of new experiences, with a dedicated programme of sport tournaments, hi-tech games and lots of other fun activities. And of course, every day also brings opportunities to make new friends.

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Teen Club

Teenagers aged from 15 to 17 years old can look forward to having the time of their lives on board. Teen Club activities range from sports and competitions, dance contests and social network games to Wii, Xbox and PS4 tournaments.

  • For the kind of adrenaline rush kids and teenagers love, we give them the chance to pilot a fast-flying drone with our Drone Academy through an obstacle course in a night-time race that will really test their skill!*
  • Developed in partnership with Fremantle, the company behind "The X Factor", the Dance Crew Competition gives teams of teenagers the chance to compete for the title of Dance Crew of the Year*
  • With our new YouTube web series Cabin 12006, your children can follow teenager Markus on his first cruise as it turns into an unexpected adventure!**
  • Also with the Teen disco, the Karaoke, Flash mobs and other themed events, every evening is a party!**

*Available on: MSC Grandiosa

**Available on: all MSC Ships

Kids Clubs and Family Activities

MSC ORIGINALS: On an MSC cruise, you'll discover a diverse array of activities designed for both children and adults. Our dedicated Kids Clubs offer a wide range of engaging experiences, including sports tournaments, quizzes, and the exciting DOREMIX family disco. Featuring an exclusive MSC Cruises soundtrack, also available on all digital platforms, this family-friendly dance party will be led by beloved mascot Doremi, who will serve as both DJ and dance judge for competitions in all age categories.

Additionally, our ships provide numerous entertainment options to ensure everyone has a memorable and enjoyable time onboard: BOXES will see contestants face unexpected challenges, revealed only when they open the selected box. MSC BOOM, will combine technology and fun, allowing participants to compete for exciting prizes.

We kindly ask you to check the daily programme once onboard to discover all the activities.

From the joys of relaxing in a pool or splashing around in an aqua park, to the thrill of riding a swirling waterslide, family fun in the sun is never far away.

Some ships offer the added excitement of activities such as sliding down a zip-line, driving a full-size MSC Formula Racer, and enjoying a fully immersive VR experience. Not to mention the thrilling multi-sensory experience of an interactive XD cinema and the amazing video games room**.

You can take the kids to a Broadway-style theatre show

Once during every cruise we hold a special entertainment event called the LEGO® Experience On Board*: an entire day dedicated to fun LEGO activities for the whole family to enjoy.

Web Series

Experience the cruise adventure before you even step on board! Dive into the captivating web series Cabin 12006, available on MSC Cruises' official YouTube channel. Join Markus, a teenager embarking on his first cruise, as his holiday takes an unexpected turn. MSC Bellissima's "Cabin 12006" is filled with unanswered questions and thrilling surprises, and it's up to Markus and his friend Lucas to unravel the mystery.

Kelly & Kloe Onboard is an exciting web series that chronicles the adventures of two young girls, Kelly and Kloe, as they spend time on an MSC Cruises ship alongside their father, the Master. Kids will have the opportunity to learn the theme song and dance routine from the web series, participate in a selfie contest while dressed up as characters from the story, and even unleash their creativity by writing their very own episode of the thrilling adventure.

Babies and Toddlers Services

Baby Clubs - along with activities that the whole family can enjoy together, we offer a Baby Club onboard all our ships with dedicated activities and facilities.

MSC Baby Care Service - we have thought about mums and dads too! Everyday, you can drop your baby off at the Baby Club, where they will be looked after by qualified and dedicated staff who will let them play (during specific times)

MSC and Chicco - on our cruise ships you’ll find the most modern, fun and educational toys, chosen for you by the Osservatorio Chicco, Baby Research Center.

Medical Centre - every ship in the MSC Cruises fleet has a well-equipped modern Medical Centre on board. The Medical Centre is staffed by fully-qualified personnel, and benefits from 24/7 specialist paediatric telemedicine support. Over-the-counter medicines can be purchased on board.

24 hours Room Service - all our restaurants and 24-hour Cabin Service are ready and happy to help, ensuring you can feed your baby swiftly on demand, for their and your own comfort.

Baby Laundry Service - our unique new Baby Laundry service washes baby and toddler clothes separately from everything else, using a specialised machine, program and detergents to clean and sanitise even at temperatures as low as 30°C. We’ll collect your children’s items from your cabin and deliver them to you the following day clean, safe and sterilised: ideal for protecting their skin. You’ll find full details in your cabin, along with a biodegradable paper laundry bag and a service coupon to fill in.

Please note charges apply for the MSC Baby Care service and may vary by ship and itinerary.

LEGO® Experience

Once during every cruise we hold a special entertainment event called the LEGO® Experience On Board: an entire day dedicated to fun LEGO activities for the whole family to enjoy. Thanks to this special activity your kids can spend hours building and creating whatever they want!

Family Dining

Enjoy a culinary voyage of discovery with your children on an MSC Cruise: an array of international dishes and ethnic specialties will delight the whole family with flavours from around the globe.

For ever-changing menus of high-quality international cuisine, including signature dishes from award-winning chefs, look no further than the main restaurants onboard our ships. If you prefer a casual meal, buffet is open for breakfast, lunch, dinner and late night snacks.

If your kids want to eat with their new friends, our youth staff are happy to look after them. When they’re exhausted after a fun-packed day, you can choose to have a meal delivered to your cabin.

Meals in the main restaurants and buffet are included in the cruise fare.

Family Activities

Family Game Show - this is a competition for the whole family with dance, music and selfie challenges dedicated to Kelly & Kloe On Board, MSC Cruises’ original web series created for kids and families. Don’t forget to visit the website!

Family Disco - who’s going to be the best dancer of the night? The whole family is invited to join the Youth Staff for a special disco time!