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Keelung (Taipei), Taiwan (China)
It represents the fulcrum of the country: the headquarters of the government is located here and it is the cultural and commercial center of Taiwan. An MSC Cruise will take you inside this crossroads of Japanese and Chinese cultures, where the ancient and modern coexist with no distinction.

One of the symbols of the city is the Taipei 101 Tower, named for the fact that there are 101 floors. First known as the Taipei World Financial Center, it is located in the Xinyi district. Reachable on an MSC excursion, this singular construction, built in 2004, is bamboo-shaped and its 1,670 feet in height made it the tallest building in the world in 2004: today, it is in 5th place; 1st place is held by Burj Khalifa in Dubai.

Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall is also one of the destinations that can be reached with an excursion: a white building with a blue octagonal roof, whose colors also reflect the national flag, it is a symbol of freedom, equality, and brotherhood. Consisting of 89 steps, one for each year of the leader's life, it is surrounded by Chinese-style gardens and buildings housing examples of Taiwanese culture. Considered one of the most important monuments of the 20th century, the Memorial Hall tells the story of the head of the Chinese nationalist government which was in charge from 1950 to 1975; the hall opened in 1980.

More than 700,000 pieces representing 8,000 years of Chinese history and art from the Neolithic to the present day are exhibited in the National Palace Museum which can be visited on an MSC excursion. The museum was once located inside the walls of the Forbidden City of Beijing. In 1949, it was moved to the Shilindistrict in Taipei, into the current building, after the government of the Republic of China was also transferred.

Miyako Island, Japan
Experience the world like never before when you embark on an international adventure around the globe. Discover exotic destinations as you learn about cultural traditions. Treat your palette to a diverse selection of cuisines expertly prepared by locals. Explore vast terrains for awe-inspiring views of architecture and landscapes. Or browse through boutiques for mementos of your favorite countries. An exciting world of new possibilities awaits as you create cherished memories and unforgettable stories throughout your travels.

Naha (Okinawa), Japan
The sophistication, elegance, and age-old culture of Japan. On an MSC Grand Voyages Cruise, you can discover the ancient beauty of the Okinawa Islands. Belonging to the archipelago of Ryukyu, their capital is Naha.

There are many attractions and monuments that can be visited. These include Shuri Castle, the medieval residence of the Ryukyu dynasty, the center of government and religious headquarters, and one of nine UNESCO World Heritage sites in Okinawa.
Another UNESCO World Heritage site is Shikinaen Garden, where you can admire the characteristic wooden buildings with red tile roofs that overlook an artificial lake and vegetation that inspires meditation and peace.

Peace Memorial Park has a great emotional impact: near the end of World War II, Okinawa was the scene of a bloody battle between Japan and the US, which killed about 200,000 people, more than half of which were civilians.

The shopping and restaurant street in Naha is Kokusai: about 1 mile of bars, cafes, hotels, and boutiques where you can linger and enjoy yourself sipping awamori, a typical liqueur from the island served with ice. The capital is also home to the museum of the former underground headquarters of the Japanese Navy and the Okinawa Prefectural Museum, where you can discover the history and culture of Okinawa. To understand how the inhabitants lived, you can also visit Ryukyumura Village, a small theme park that recreates a village where craftsmen shape pottery, weave clothing and blankets, and musicians play the sanshin guitar.

Located in front of the East China Sea, the cliff of Cape Manzamouis a true natural sculpture shaped by the ocean: a part of it looks like the trunk of an elephant. It is impossible to leave without taking a photograph.

Day at Sea
A day at sea gives you the opportunity to recharge before docking at your next port. Enjoy the many amenities your ship has to offer by pampering yourself with a relaxing spa day, catching an entertaining show with talented performers, or savoring an evening of fine dining at one of our many restaurants. Stick to your fitness goals by heading to the gym or hitting the mat for a mindful yoga session. Peruse a variety of shops to discover fashionable outfits, accessories, and jewelry. With endless attractions and activities, your sea day experience will be one for the books.

Day At Sea Highlights:

  • Whether you want to bask in the sun or jump in the water to cool off, a day at the pool is time well spent. A wide selection of pools allows you to choose the perfect environment while attendants stand by to meet your every need.
  • Take your taste buds on a trip around the world with our extensive dining options. Boasting buffets, international cuisines, a wellness corner, and more, your ship offers a variety of delicacies to satisfy pallets of all preferences.
  • Try your luck in the casino where you can win big on the slot machines or put your poker face to the test at one of the table games. Regardless of your skill level, you’ll find yourself on the edge of your seat as you take your chance hitting one of the jackpots.


Shanghai, China
When your MSC cruise brings you to Shanghai it is easy to understand that after years of stagnation, this great metropolis is undergoing one of the fastest economic expansions the world has ever seen.
As Shanghai begins to recapture its position as East Asia’s leading business city, a status it last held before World War II, the skyline is filling with high-rises – there are well over 1,000 now.

Gleaming shopping malls, luxurious hotels, and prestigious arts centers are rising alongside, while underneath everything snakes the world’s longest subway system. Shanghai’s 23 million residents enjoy the highest incomes on the mainland, and there’s plenty for them to splash out on; witness the rash of celebrity restaurants and designer flagship stores. MSC Grand Voyages cruises also offer excursions to the Bund, Shanghai’s original signature skyline, a strip of grand Neoclassical colonial edifices on the west bank of the Huangpu River Pudong on the opposite shore – a backdrop domestic visitors queue up against to have their picture taken.

Named after an old Anglo-Indian term, “bunding” (the embanking of a muddy foreshore), the Bund’s official name is Zhongshan Lu, but it’s better known among locals as Wai Tan (literally “Outside Beach”).

By whatever name, this was old Shanghai’s commercial heart, with the river on one side and the offices of the leading bank and trading houses on the other. Jinmao Tower is a beautiful building, an elegant tapering postmodern take on Art Deco, has an observation deck on the 88th floor. An ear-popping lift whisks you up 1,115 feet to the top in a matter of seconds. The spectacle of the city spread out before you is of course sublime, but turn round for a giddying view down the building’s glorious galleried atrium. Shanghai Museum is one of the city’s highlights, with a fantastic, well-presented collection.

 


Price Included

  • Accommodation
  • Meals in designated outlets / restaurants
  • Entertainment
  • Onboard facilities and activities
  • Port taxes (USD180.00)

 

Price Not Included

  • Flight Ticket
  • Travel Insurance
  • Shore Excursion
  • Transfers
  • Visa If Required
  • Pay Gratuities Onboard

 

 

Cruise Itinerary

Day Departure Port Arrive Depart
1 Taipei (Keelung), Taiwan - 18:00
2 Miyako Island, Japan 07:00 17:00
3 Naha (Okinawa), Japan 08:00 23:59
4 Naha (Okinawa), Japan 12:01 20:00
5 Miyako Island, Japan 07:00 19:00
6 Day at sea - -
7 Shanghai, China 07:00 -
MSC Cruises

MSC Cruises


MSC Bellissima offers a stunning array of features to rival those of her sister ship, MSC Meraviglia. Innovative MSC for Me technology connects you to your fellow guests, the crew and the ship itself. Furthermore, Zoe, your in-cabin Bluetooth speaker connects with your mobile device, so you can enjoy your favourite playlists and songs throughout your cruise! In addition, the two-deck inside promenade features a spectacular 80-metre-long LED dome.

Guests on MSC Bellissima can choose from a variety of comfortable accommodation, including sea-view balcony cabins, family options and duplex suites.

MSC Bellissima offers endless fun for the whole family, from live comedy to full-sized bowling alleys and MSC Formula Racer. Then there’s the interactive Grand Canyon-themed Aqua Park, sports centre and various innovative areas for kids and teenagers.

Exquisite, authentic dining options in 12 distinct venues. Located on deck 6 at the heart of the iconic Mediterranean-style promenade, HOLA! Tacos & Cantina welcomes you into an amazing culinary experience. Discover our specialty restaurants from a stylish teppanyaki Restaurant at Kaito  to the Butcher's Cut american-style steakhouse.

MSC Bellissima boasts a variety of stylish bars, cafes and lounges to suit every taste. So whatever the moment, whatever your mood, you’ll always find the ideal place to relax and enjoy a refreshing drink, perhaps accompanied by some live entertainment.



Ship Details

  • MSC Cruises
  • MSC Bellissima
  • Malta
  • 2019 / Age: 6
  • 171598 grt
  • 316.00 metre
  • 43.00 metre
  • 23 knots
  • 14
  • 2201
  • 5686
  • 1536

Facilities

  • 24-Hour Room Service
  • Adjoining Cabins (private connecting doors)
  • Barber Shop
  • Bars
  • Basketball Court
  • Beauty Salon
  • Casino
  • Cell Phone Service
  • Children's Playroom
  • Dancing
  • Disco
  • Elevators
  • Fitness Centre
  • Hair Dryer
  • Hottub
  • Internet Center
  • Kiddie Pool
  • Kosher Meals
  • Lounges
  • Outdoor Movie Screen
  • Safe
  • Shops
  • Showroom
  • Spa
  • Sportsplex
  • Supervised Youth Program
  • Swimming Pools
  • Teen Center
  • Telephone
  • Television
  • Tennis Court
  • Video Arcade
  • Water Playground
  • Water Slide
  • Wireless Internet Access
Key Legend
  • Sofa Bed Sofa Bed
  • Double Sofa Bed Double Sofa Bed
  • 3rd Bed Is A Pullman Bed 3rd Bed Is A Pullman Bed
  • 3rd & 4th Beds Are Pullman Beds 3rd & 4th Beds Are Pullman Beds
  • Bunk Bed Or Sofa That Can Be Converted Into Bunk Bed Bunk Bed Or Sofa That Can Be Converted Into Bunk Bed
  • Cabin With Obstructed View Cabin With Obstructed View
  • Balcony With Half Glass And Half Metal Balustrade Balcony With Half Glass And Half Metal Balustrade
  • Balcony With Metal Balustrade Balcony With Metal Balustrade
  • Terrace With Whirlpool Bath Terrace With Whirlpool Bath
  • Balcony With Whirlpool Bath Balcony With Whirlpool Bath
  • Ambulatory Accessible Cabins Ambulatory Accessible Cabins
  • Cabin With Bathtub Cabin With Bathtub
  • Connecting Cabins Connecting Cabins
  • Cabin For Guests With Disabilities Or Reduced Mobility Cabin For Guests With Disabilities Or Reduced Mobility
Deck Plan

Galleria Bellissima

This 96 m central promenade is filled with boutiques, restaurants and tranquil spots for shopping, eating and relaxing... as well as socialising. And in the evening, it comes alive with music, parties and entertainment.

The London Theatre is an ultramodern reinterpretation for traditional lines.
You’d normally have to travel to New York to see top-end shows, but thanks to our Broadway-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.

MSC Bellissima for children will be the “Ship of Magic”: our partners Lego and Chicco, worked on a same theme and created a project for their rooms dedicated to music:
LEGO movie maker,  NINTENDO experience on board, Doremi studio / Webstar room, Doremi lab 2.0
IN NUMBERS
- 700 sq meters for children
- 60 new costumes for the youth staff
- 10 new activities for kids & teenagers
- 4 new mascots
- 7 rooms (baby club CHICCO, miniclub LEGO, juniors club LEGO, young club, teens club, Webstar room and Doremi lab)
- 1 new tech experience

With around 10 square metres of public space per guest, poolside space on MSC Bellissima is some of the most plentiful to be found at sea. Beautiful lighting, a giant screen and atmospheric design make the main pool area even more alluring after dark.

The MSC Aurea Spa on MSC Bellissima is a luxurious Balinese spa offering signature relaxation treatments to revitalise body and soul. Complete with a thermal area, beauty salon and nail boutique, the MSC Aurea Spa will leave you feeling pampered from head to toe.

An exclusive haven of refinement.
 
Discover a ship within a ship. A place where you can savour exclusivity and privacy in a world of choice. Where you can indulge in the luxury of a private club, while enjoying access to the myriad recreation and entertainment possibilities that the rest of the ship affords.
 
Welcome to the MSC Yacht Club, a cruise experience like no other.

The new fast-casual street food dining concept, offers a selection of Latin American and Mexican-inspired dishes and drinks to be shared and enjoyed in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere, open for lunch and dinner. Choose from a tantalising array of dishes from blue corn tacos and nachos, authentic beef empanadas and tasty tamales through to tortilla soup or vegetarian tacos, all to be savoured with our selection of Top 10 Tequilas and Mezcals!

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.

A stylish teppanyaki restaurant. Step in, choose your spot at one of four cooking stations and watch your delicious Japanese dishes come to life, right before your eyes. Our expert chefs cook with flair on an open grill: a feast for the senses that sees flames and the finest sizzling ingredients coming together to form delicious dishes you'll remember forever.

Tradition and modernity go hand in hand in this stylish sushi restaurant. This charming venue offers deliciously authentic Asian cuisine prepared on the spot with only the freshest, highest quality ingredients.

This exclusive restaurant was created in partnership with renowned Chinese Chef Jereme Leung. The menu offers a tempting selection of hot pot creations to share, and refreshing appetizers (for China & Japan itineraries only).

Extensive buffet with a wide array of cuisine. The Buffet is open for breakfast, lunch, dinner and late night snacks. It’s the ideal place for enjoying a great informal Mediterranean dining experience with a spectacular sea view. The extensive buffet area includes various multifunction corners serving international dishes, ethnic cuisine, healthy options and a multitude of other tastes.

Sit back and enjoy the fun with an exclusive Signature Cocktail at the Carousel Lounge, a glamorous and modern, technology-packed venue specifically designed to meet the needs of Carousel Productions at Sea. This custom-built lounge covers 1,000 sq.m. and can accommodate up to 400 guests. Taste our Signature Cocktail while you enjoy a pre-show followed by this immersive entertainment experience.


*** Not included in the cruise fare. Limited spaces; a signature cocktail package needs to be booked ***

Reserved exclusively for MSC Yacht Club Guests, this elegant lounge with  its panoramic views offers the Yacht Club bar list of craft cocktails, beer, fine  wine, soft drinks and coffee drinks in addition to a selection of gourmet finger food throughout the day.

This sundeck buffet and bar, exclusive to MSC Yacht Club Guests, offers an exceptional selection of freshly grilled specialities. You can grab something from our selection of fresh fish, meat and burgers and homemade pasta and a wide choice of fresh salads compliment the wide variety of food on  offer.

French master pâtissier Chocolatier Jean-Philippe Maury brings his award-winning touch to this coffee and  chocolate bar boutique. As well as choosing from a variety of exquisite Chef  created chocolate candies, guests can also create their very own chocolate bar right at the tablet stations. The  boutique offers a wide assortment of delectable French macaroons and fresh roasted coffee.

Dance away into the early hours in our chic nightclub. Grab yourself a drink from our extensive list of cocktails, mocktails, Spritz,  Mojito’s, classic cocktails, beers or ciders and dance the night away.

Choose from a list of MSC signature cocktails and contemporary classics. Or put yourself in the capable hands of our expert mixologists who will concoct something special just for you.

Atmospheric and charismatic, our traditional British pub is the perfect  setting to drop in for a pint. Serving beer, whisky and a range of delicious snacks  in a comfortable environment, the pub is an ideal place to kick back and have  fun.

With an array of first-rate champagne, bubblies, fresh oysters, caviar and fish, the chic Champagne Bar is a place to indulge in the finer things in life.

There are infinite choices in this ideal spot to join friends for an aperitif before a meal, or for a refreshing drink at any time of day. From traditional aperitifs, our Signature Cocktails to the contemporary classics, there is something to suit your taste.

A gourmet ice cream parlour and French-style crêperie dreamed up by award-winning master pastry chef Jean-Philippe Maury. Located in the impressive indoor promenade, it's the perfect place to enjoy a mouth watering made-to-order crêpe, with your choice of delicious sweet or savoury fillings.

Hit the jackpot at our spacious bar in Le Grand Casino. Order a drink from our wide variety of selected cocktails, mocktails, beer, wine and fine spirits to refresh yourself while you take a break from play.

While you listen to live piano music, enjoy a drink after a long day exploring on shore. Or meet up with friends for an aperitif or after dinner cocktail. This multipurpose bar is also ideal to enjoy a selection of complimentary hot and cold snacks that will keep hunger at bay.

Catch the big game, enjoy quality entertainment, or relax with a cocktail at the convivial Sports Bar. Enjoy a selection of cold beer, cocktails, energy drinks, protein shakes or juices and complimentary hot dogs.

Broadcasting live  throughout the ship, our TV Studio and radio suite air live games, quizzes, talent  contests and other fun content. An excellent selection of cocktails, beer, wine  and soft drinks are available to get you ready for your big performance.

Relax at the poolside with friends and family, with a refreshing drink from  the Atmosphere Bar North. From Signature Cocktails, beers, coladas, soft drinks,  coffee and tea there is something to suit everyone’s taste.

Hunger can strike at any time and at the Atmosphere Bar South our expert chefs serve up fresh and tasty specialities hot off the grill. Satisfy your cravings from our menu of freshly grilled food while you enjoy yourself by the pool.

This pool-side ice-cream bar offers six flavours of delicious soft ice-cream and fresh fruit treats, as well as tropical and frozen drinks and coladas.

Magnificent views of the sea, fantastic cocktails, The Horizon Bar is the place to be.Gaze out over the stunning panorama of the ocean while you sip on a cocktail at the Horizon Bar. With our handpicked and carefully sourced drinks and fresh ingredients we are sure that you will be spoilt for choice.

Cruise Embarkation

Embarkation begins at the check-in time shown on your cruise ticket. Check-in closes 2 hours before the ship is due to depart in all embarkation ports. Before arriving at the port, please ensure that all personal details shown on the embarkation form in your e-ticket are checked and correct. You will be required to show your embarkation form before boarding.

At the terminal

Deliver your luggage to the designated staff, who will then have it sent directly to your cabin. All bags must be labelled beforehand with your name and surname, the name of the ship, the cabin number and the date and port of departure. Luggage will be delivered directly to the cabin. The expected delivery timeframe is from late afternoon through early evening. We recommend keeping any items needed for embarkation day and evening in your carry-on bag including clothes for the evening and any medications.

Go to the embarkation area with all personal travel documents required for the cruise, and show staff the embarkation form on your cruise ticket or via the MSC for Me app (if available). Collect your Cruise Card and MSC wrist band (if available). Guests of the MSC Yacht Club will find an exclusive Check-In area and will be assisted with their luggage by the butler team at the terminal, who will escort them to the dedicated line for priority Check-In. On request, the butler will also unpack guests’ suitcases.

Proceed to the security control. Please note that staff may search you and/or your luggage and confiscate any articles that could represent a safety risk.

Board the ship where staff will take your security picture, if you have not already done so via the MSC for Me app or web check-in (if available). Then proceed to your cabin.

On Board

Go to your cabin. Your Cruise card will serve as your cabin key, this magnetic card can also be used to pay for products and services onboard. For MSC Yacht Club Guests, it is also used to access the MSC Yacht Club area. If your cabin is not yet ready, you may begin your onboard purchases in the bars and restaurants by providing crew with your cabin number and full name

Activate your Cruise Card for onboard purchases. (See the Onboard Payment section below for further information on how to do this.)

Take part in the obligatory safety drill.

Don’t miss the MSC Cruise Guide, an important presentation where we will tell you all you need to know in order to live your cruise to the full. The embarkation process might differ for MSC Seaside and MSC Divina.

Fly & Cruise Embarkation

For cruises including flight connections, guests should check-in on the airline website anytime from 23 hours before departure or at the airline Check-In desk at least two hours before the flight. On arrival at the destination airport, Guests will find cruise assistance and transfers to the port (3 hours prior to scheduled departure time unless otherwise specified).

Departing from Genoa
At Genoa Airport, a comfortable MSC Lounge and MSC Terrace are available for the exclusive use of our Guests, on days when our ships are operating from the port of Genoa. They are situated in the Departures area above the Check-In desks, near the airport restaurant/buffet. The MSC Terrace is open in the spring and summer months, weather permitting. An MSC Ground Hostess is always on hand to assist you and provide information on flights, etc.

To ensure maximum peace of mind, it is recommended that all passengers have a travel and medical insurance policy that covers them against risks related to cancellation, trip interruption, repatriation costs, medical assistance and other related expenses, as well as hospitalization.
Not having a travel and medical insurance in place you might be exposed to additional costs that could not be covered by the Cruise Company.

For any additional information please refer to our Contact Center or consult your Travel Agent

Everyone loves the feel of freshly-laundered clothes and the convenience of a same-day laundry service.

Extend the relaxation  after a wonderful long holiday by returning home with your shirts and trousers washed, dried and ready to put away

Take advantage of our laundry packages any time, even the last day of your cruise. That's why we offer several Laundry Service Packages to choose from.
For a modest single charge, you and every traveller in your cabin can use the service whenever you like for up to 20 items per cabin per cruise.

Simply leave your items for collection before 9am on any day except the last day of your cruise, and they’ll be returned freshly laundered by 5pm on the very same day.
Now isn’t that a clean sight better? Take advantage of our pre-boarding rates now!

Bagexpress: luggage Delivery Service home-cabin-home

Have you thought of arriving at the port hands-free? And is there any better way of extending your relaxation by travelling back home hands-free? MSC gives you the chance to book your luggage delivery service from your home to your cabin and viceversa thanks to the MSC guest dedicated partnership with Bagexpress.

To secure the best rates, visit the dedicated website or contact Bagexpress's contact centre at +39 08119706711.

The service is available at the following ports (embarkation/disembarkation): Naples, Civitavecchia, Brindisi, Bari, Genoa, La Spezia, Trieste, Venice, Marseille, Barcelona, Tarragona and Valencia.

The service is available on the following countries: Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxemburg, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Czech Republic, Slovakia, Romania, Spain, Slovenia, Sweden and Hungary (except Channel Islands, Canary Islands, the cities of Ceuta and Melilla, Madeira, Porto Santo, Malta and Cyprus).

Luggage limit per person

Each guest is limited to checking in:

  • Two suitcases per person* (not exceeding 90x75x43 cm in size and 23 kg in weight per bag)
  • Two pieces of hand luggage per person* (not exceeding 56x45x25 cm in size and 23 kg in weight per bag).

 

If you are travelling to your departure port by air, please check the luggage size and weight limitations with your airline as this may differ from the MSC Cruises policy.

On embarkation day luggage will be delivered directly to the cabin. The expected delivery timeframe is from late afternoon through early evening. We recommend keeping any items needed for embarkation day and evening in your carry-on bag including clothes for the evening, medications, travel documents and personal identification.

The maximum amount of luggage in each cabin must not exceed 100 kg and/or 8 pieces total for all passengers in the same cabin.
Any piece of luggage exceeding the allowance will not be accepted at Check-In.
Guests exceeding these limits are invited to contact MSC Cruises directly or via their travel agents at the time of booking for information on how to ship luggage in excess separately via freight or cargo, at an additional charge.

*Please check your cruise ticket for more details.

Items to keep in hand luggage

Travel documents and passport, money, jewellery and other precious items, electronic devices, medicines, nappies, and any other items you may need at short notice.

On embarkation day luggage will be delivered directly to the cabin. The expected delivery timeframe is from late afternoon through early evening. We recommend keeping any items needed for embarkation day and evening in your carry-on bag including clothes for the evening, medications, travel documents and personal identification.

NB: Objects that are considered to be fragile, personal and/or valuable must be carried as hand luggage only since MSC Cruises cannot accept liability for their damage or loss. Make sure to keep your ID/Passport and all check-in documents handy. Valuable luggage and insurance: please note that luggage travels at your own risk. Insurance can be taken out through MSC Cruises, terms and conditions apply.

Items forbidden on board

Port Security has the duty to search Guests and luggage to confiscate any article internationally known as dangerous for the safety and security of Guests, Crew and ship. Such items will be confiscated and not returned. Alcohol, firearms, sharp objects such as blades and scissors, flammable and explosive material, items with heating elements or open flames (e.g. clothing irons, hair irons. kettles, hotplates, candles, incense), drones. If explosive material, guns or illegal drugs are detected, law enforcement will be immediately alerted. MSC  MSC Cruises will be forced to deny access to any guests not complying with these mandated regulations. In the interest of health and safety, beverages and food (including partially eaten or home cooked items) may not be brought on board either. Exception: dry, packaged and commercially produced foods.

Cruises will be forced to deny access to any guests not complying with these mandated regulations. In the interest of health and safety, beverages and food (including partially eaten or home cooked items) may not be brought on board either. Exception: dry, packaged and commercially produced foods.

Items you can leave at home

Pool towels or hairdryers (you’ll find these in your cabin); sun cream or beauty products (all available from the onboard shops).

On embarkation day luggage will be delivered directly to the cabin. The expected delivery timeframe is from late afternoon through early evening. We recommend keeping any items needed for embarkation day and evening in your carry-on bag including clothes for the evening, medications, travel documents and personal identification.

Prams and wheelchairs

Prams and wheelchairs are always allowed on board, but must be declared at the time of booking confirmation. Wheelchairs are available on all ships in the MSC Cruises fleet, for use during embarking and disembarking or in the event of an emergency and can be borrowed on board.

Air transport and lost luggage

If you are travelling to your departure port by air, please check the size and weight limitations on your luggage at the time of booking. Airlines reserve the right to charge a supplement for excess luggage. MSC Cruises accepts no responsibility for issues arising during airport departure or arrival.

In the unfortunate event of a luggage handling error by the airline, we offer a luggage recovery service. Working with the Lost & Found offices of each airport, we will make every effort to track your luggage and, when possible, have it sent directly to the ship at one of the subsequent ports of call. In order to help you trace any lost luggage in the most efficient way, we ask you to present a copy of the P.I.R. (Property Irregularity Report) prepared at the Lost Property Office of the airport where you reported the luggage missing.

Managing luggage during boarding and disembarking

Prior to reaching the cruise terminal, guests are advised to label their luggage using the tags received with the cruise ticket, and hand it to MSC staff at the terminal.

On embarkation day luggage will be delivered directly to the cabin. The expected delivery timeframe is from late afternoon through early evening. We recommend keeping any items needed for embarkation day and evening in your carry-on bag including clothes for the evening, medications, travel documents and personal identification.

Two days before the end of each cruise, guests receive directly in their cabins the disembarkation procedures and luggage tags. Please leave labelled luggage outside the cabin door the night before disembarking. The luggage will be collected and delivered directly in the terminal building during disembarkation. Please note that the luggage embarkation and disembarkation process can vary between ports.

Lost luggage or personal effects

MSC Cruises, its employees and agents accept no responsibility for loss, damage or theft of guests’ luggage or personal effects. MSC Cruises’ responsibility with respect to lost, damaged, or undelivered luggage is explained in the Passenger Contract. In the event of loss or damage to luggage or personal effects, a representative of MSC Cruises should be immediately notified. Otherwise insurance must be taken out with MSC Cruises.

All on board purchases can be made with the personal cruise card, eliminating the need to carry cash or credit cards on board. After embarking and collecting the Cruise Card from your cabin, You should activate it for onboard purchases by self-registering your credit/debit/prepaid card at one of the Cruise Card Activation Points. You can do this independently, at any time from embarkation until 11:00 pm the following day, at any of the Cruise Card Activation Points located around the ship. These new devices let you register your card simply, rapidly and securely. Please note that you will be asked to enter the PIN number. Alternatively, you can leave cash deposit at the Reception – Guest Service.

Settling your final bill

You can settle your final bill in any of the following three ways:

By credit card

The following credit cards are accepted: Visa, MasterCard, Diners, JCB, Discover and American Express. If you choose to pay by credit card, your account will be closed automatically at the end of the cruise, so there is no need to go to the Reception – Guest Service.

By debit or prepaid card

You should make sure that your debit/prepaid card is enabled for use abroad. The following debit cards are accepted: Maestro, Visa Debit, Visa Electron, MasterCard debit Any amount debited to your card and not spent during your cruise will be reimbursed in cash at the Reception - Guest Service on the final morning before disembarkation.

In cash

Any amount deposited in cash and not spent during the cruise will be reimbursed in cash at the Reception - Guest Service on the final morning before disembarkation. Please note that personal cheques are not accepted. For cruises in the Mediterranean, Northern Europe, Antilles, Dubai, the Emirates and Oman, as well as MSC Grand Voyages departing from Europe, the onboard currency is the Euro (€). For cruises in the Caribbean, South America and South Africa, as well as MSC Grand Voyages going to Europe and to Australia, the onboard currency is the US Dollar ($).The onboard currency for MSC Virtuosa summer season cruises through October 2023 will be the British Pound (£).

Europe: EC Regulation 1889/2005 states that: “Any natural person entering or leaving the Community and carrying cash of a value of Euro 10,000 or more shall declare that sum to the competent authorities of the Member state through which he is entering or leaving the Community in accordance with this Regulation”.

Please consult your travel agent and/or the relevant authorities (embassies, consulates or other local authorities) to find out whether there are any other restrictions to carrying cash on your itinerary.

Prices on board

The prices on board are not more expensive than those on lanf. In fact the special operating environment that regulates the maritime sector means that many products (such as alcohol, tobacco and fragrances) can be sold duty free, bringing reductions of up to 30% off retail prices on land.

*Depending on the itineraries and subject to applicable legislation.

Cash withdrawals on the ship

All on board purchases can be made with the personal cruise card, eliminating the need to carry cash. A cash in advance service is available before departing and can be booked in your personal area. Book your cruise credit now so you’re ready to go as soon as you board. This credit can be used on board for shopping, relaxation or any other activity for the whole duration of your cruise.

In alternative, the service is available by registering a credit card on board account. This can only be done in the on board currency (euro or US dollars, depending on the itinerary), for a fee, set according to the itinerary.

MSC Cruises offers various parking solutions to ensure you set off to a hassle-free journey.

Park & Cruise

Driving to your departure port?
If you’re looking for a hassle-free way to park your car and embark, then Park & Cruise is the answer.

Leave your car in safe hands
Our new Park & Cruise option offers the most convenient way to take care of parking at each of the ports listed below. How it works varies from port to port, with a range of different services on offer, from valet parking to self-service parking in the immediate vicinity of the cruise terminal. Simply leave your car at the luggage drop-off zone and board the ship (in some cases as an alternative there is a shuttle bus service from the car park to the terminal and vice versa). The parking charge is added to your onboard account, which you settle before disembarking. Then all you have to do is present the receipt to collect your car.

How to book
Book online in your Personal Area using your booking number or ask your travel agent when making your reservation, so when your departure date arrives you can just park, embark, and enjoy your cruise!

The Park & Cruise service is currently available at the following ports:
Italy: Ancona - Bari -Brindisi- Cagliari - Civitavecchia - Genoa - La Spezia - Livorno-  Messina - Monfalcone -  Naples - Palermo - Syracuse - Taranto - Trieste -  Venice
Germany: Hamburg - Kiel - Warnemünde
Spain: Barcelona - Tarragona - Valencia
France:  Marseille
Belgium: Zeebrugge

Fly & Cruise

Flying to your departure port?
With Fly & Cruise you can rest assured that your cruise will get off to a flying start. We’ll provide full assistance to help you make it to the ship, even if you encounter delays or problems on your outward journey help you make it to the ship.
The service also includes the following services to make your journey a pleasure from start to finish:

  • Free transfers between the airport and the ship
  • Assistance at airports assuring a trouble-free start to your journey
  • Exclusive lounge at Genoa Airport open from 09:00 to 17:00. You can call the MSC Lounge on (+39) 010 8607976.
  • Dedicated Helpdesk number, available from 3 hours before your flight.
  • Luggage recovery to help you trace your baggage in case of handling error with delivery directly to your cabin*

* Please note that customs regulations in some countries require the guest to be present when luggage is returned.

ParkinGO

Flying to your departure port?
Thanks to the agreement with ParkinGO, MSC customers will receive a 5% discount on the best web rates and discounts for ParkingGO accessory services in 35 parking facilities close to the main airports in Europe. Book now and save 5% on your airport parking! The discount is applied to the dynamic price list. Services included in the parking cost (5% discount on the best rate):

  • Shuttle to and from the airport always available, 24 hours a day
  • Loading and unloading of baggage directly at the reference terminal
  • Insurance policy for theft and fire included for all vehicles
  • Car custody and surveillance with CCTV cameras 24 hours a day
  • Assistance for any battery declines Additional services available on site on request (discounts and promotions)
  • Car valet and / or returning the vehicle straight to the airport (if available)
  • Luggage wrapping and protection at ParkinGO station (if available)
  • Transfer of vehicles and / or persons between different airports (on request)
  • Car washing, refueling, tire service

SEA Parking Milano

ViaMilano Parking is the official airport parking in Milan: convenient, easy to reach and inside the airport. Book your parking 21 day in advance to get the best price and ensure a parking slot!

MSC customers can take advantage of exclusive discounts to park in Milan Malpensa and Milan Linate, call the Contact center to receive more information.

Take advantage of the many benefits included:Parking inside the airport

  • Keys always in your pocket
  • 24h assistance
  • Open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day
  • Discounts for MSC Cruises guests
  • Special prices in High Season

It is the sole responsibility of the Guest to identify and obtain all required travel documents for the entire cruise vacation and have them available when necessary. Please check with your travel agent, government agency, Embassy or Consulate to ensure that you have all the proper documentation to board the ship and enter each of the countries on your cruise. Guests without proper traveling documentation will be denied boarding. Travel restrictions for each destination country may vary according to a Guest's citizenship. No refunds will be given to individuals who fail to bring proper documentation.

We want to make sure you are always prepared when cruising with MSC. Below are some suggestions to make sure you pack appropriate clothing
for the various activities you will undertake during your cruise.


Daytime Attire
Casual wear is recommended for daytime attire. Shorts and T-shirts are permitted.

Evening Wear
A more polished look is recommended for evening wear when dining in the Main Dining Rooms and Specialty Restaurants and while enjoying the entertainment in the theater, bars, and lounges. Collared shirts, tailored pants or shorts, skirts, and dresses are suggested. Layers and a light jacket or sweater are suggested for cooler nights and in the ship’s air-conditioned public areas.

Gala Night
On Gala Night, dress to impress! Whether that means a tuxedo, suit and tie, evening gown or cocktail dress, or perhaps it’s your very best jeans and polo shirt, your attire should fit your own level of elegance. The only thing required is your smile.

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.

Dress Restrictions
Specific restrictions may be enforced by onboard staff members including restaurant hostesses and management. At no point is swimwear allowed in any formal dining venue for any meal, including breakfast and lunch. Shorts, flip flops, and tank tops are not allowed for Evening Wear or Gala Night in the Main Dining Rooms, Specialty Restaurants, or MSC Yacht Club. T-shirts are not allowed to be worn for Gala Night. Dress code rules that are posted outside the buffet should be followed.

Sport lovers
For sports lovers, gym shoes and tracksuit are must-haves when using our cutting-edge gym and attending yoga and dance courses, where available

Northern Europe cruises
For cruises sailing towards the Svalbard islands and Polar areas, please ensure you have adequate polar clothing.

Shore Excursions
For shore excursions, which may include visits to religious sites, we advise that appropriate clothing be worn (covered knees and shoulders).

  • No cancellations or refunds allowed after payment has been made.
  • Confirmation subject to cabin availabilty upon booking received.
  • All fares quoted based on per person rate. Rates are NOT Static, "Dynamic Fare" that are subject to changes based on system rate.
  • Fares and route subject to change without notice.
  • All passport must have at least 6 months validity from the returning date.
  • All passenger are responsible to ensure that all travel documents and visas are in order prior to departure.
  • Guests who will have entered the 24th week of pregnancy by the end of the voyage are prohibited from sailing. All expectant guests will be required to provide written verification of expected due date by a Physician.

 

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