MSC Cruises: how to choose the perfect ship for your first cruise
A cruise trip is an experience to try at least once in a lifetime, one of the few that allows you to [...]
A cruise trip is an experience to try at least once in a lifetime, one of the few that allows you to visit many city in one trip, with the convenience of always having the same "hotel."
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MSC Cruises is one of the most important e known worldwide, currently the fleet has 17 ships and 3 more currently under construction. Selecting the right cruise for your trip is critical and each has its own characteristics, how to choose the right one?
We take care of it at TheFlightClub.com. to clear your mind, today in fact we will take you aboard MSC's ships and describe all the most important features that the various classes have. Yes, because cruise ships are divided into classes of membership, within which there are ships with characteristics similar, If not the same, from each other.
MSC Cruises has 6 classes and they are: Lyrical, Music, Fantasia, Seaside, Wonder and Wonder-Plus. In anticipation of the brand new Msc World Europa, which will kick off a new class, here in detail starting from the "smallest" to the largest the current ships in the fleet.
Lyrical Class
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They are part of the Lyrical Class: MSC Lirica, MSC Armonia, MSC Opera and MSC Sinfonia; they have a tonnage of 65,542 tons, with a length of 274.9 meters and can accommodate up to 2,679 passengers.
The opera class is distinguished by. elegance, comfort e hospitality. It is suitable for families with children, thanks to partnerships of the caliber of Chicco, Lego e Namco, In fact, play areas and a themed water park have been created.
For adults, a gym panoramic equipped and the MSC Aurea Spa with massage center and beauty and wellness treatments. There is no shortage of theentertainment, with the Broadway-style theater, the Las Vegas Casino and the Blue Club Disco, as well as a gallery for shopping.
For the food & drinks area, the following are present restaurants both in the Mediterranean style and sushi with Asian specialties. Lounge bars offer wines, beers, and a wide selection of cocktails.
Music Class
They are part of the Music Class: MSC Musica, MSC Orchestra, MSC Poesia and MSC Magnifica. They have a tonnage of 92,409 tons, a length of 293.80 meters and can accommodate up to 3,223 people.
With the Musica class, MSC started a new type of cruise, that of ships environmentally sustainable, Furnished with ecological and recycled materials. La swimming pool external with the 3 waterfalls next to the reception gives beauty and luster. Entertainment is varied, in addition to the casinos and La Scala Theater, there is the Crystal Lounge and the Havana Club Cigar Lounge.
Also here the children are welcome, with indoor and outdoor play areas, dedicated swimming pool, Kids Club and Teens Club. Culinary variety with Il Giardino Restaurant and specialties to be enjoyed at Kaito Sushi Bar or Pizzeria.
Fantasy Class
They are part of the Class Fantasy: MSC Fantasia, MSC Splendida, MSC Divina and MSC Preziosa. They have a tonnage of about 139,000 tons, a length of 333.30 meters and can accommodate up to 4,363 passengers.
In the center a square in real stone with a bar offering sweets fresh. In each ship there is an area luxury, namely the MSC Yacht Club, with a whirlpool, pool and bar. For entertainment, several options are available: the Palms Casino, the Liquid Disc overview and futuristic theater the Vanguard, as well as a 4D cinema.
For those who love the sports, on board tennis, basketball and miniature golf courts, as well as a jogging track, fully equipped gymnasium and swimming pool. For relaxation, however, one can opt for the Top 18 solarium and the MSC Aurea Spa. For the catering there are several restaurants, including the Etoile, dedicated to MSC Yacht Club guests.
Seaside Class
There are only 2 ships belonging to the Seaside Class, namely the MSC Seaside and MSC Seaview, the only ones built by the Italian Fincantieri. Both have a tonnage of 153,516 tons, are 323 meters long and can accommodate up to 5,429 passengers.
The two ships are designed to harmoniously combine the areas interior with the areas outsiders. The sea is the protagonist: it is possible to tour the ship from Deck 7, via a walkway in 2-story glass, with breathtaking view both to the interior, where there are the various spots for eating, drinking and shopping, and the exterior with the boundless sea.
Also restaurants e swimming pools are facing the sea, so you can feel immersed in the ocean. There is also a swimming pool directly on the stern of the ship, also on Deck 7, connected to the upper deck via several panoramic elevators.
Also on this class you can enjoy theMSC Yacht Club, an exclusive lounge club where you can eat, relax and enjoy a drink. MSC Aurea Spa also on Seaside with treatments beauty salon and manicure boutique; a gym for sportsmen is sponsored by Technogym, with state-of-the-art equipment.
For entertainment, there is a theater, halls from bowling and a water park multi-level interactive, with slides and an adventure course, as well as areas for toddlers made in collaboration with LEGO and Chicco.
Wonder Class
Two ships also belong to the Wonder Class: the MSC Meraviglia and the MSC Bellissima. Both weigh 171,598 tons, measure 315.83 meters and can accommodate 5,714 passengers.
Spaces panoramic, sea view lounge and a LED ceiling of 480 square meters, the largest ever built in a cruise ship, are just some of the features we find on this class. Also inside are the Wonder Gallery 96 meters long, with boutiques, restaurants and shopping stores. In the evenings it is enriched with live music, parties and shows, as well as the Horizon pool, which transforms into a location with water shows.
In Broadway Theatre one can enjoy performances with level-headed productions International. Also in the MSC Meraviglia are the MSC Yacht Club, the MSC Aurea Spa with spa area, beauty salon and manicure boutique. For gym enthusiasts, equipment is sponsored by Technogym; also on board an exclusive F1 simulator To experience the thrill of the track.
The cuisine is a mix of Mediterranean and international specialties, with a selection of Slow Food dishes, meat and sushi.
Class Meraviglia Plus
Finally we come to the most majestic of all, a upgrade of the class Wonder, which includes two ships: the MSC Grandiosa and the MSC Virtuosa. Both have a tonnage of 181,541 tons, measure 331 meters and can accommodate as many as 6,334 passengers.
In one word: space. The MSC Meraviglia Plus class are real giants of the sea. It is suitable for all types of guests, families can enjoy 700 square meters dedicated to children and, in collaboration with Lego e Chicco, can entertain themselves with LEGO movie maker, Nintendo Experience, Studio Doremi and Webstar room.
To entertainment Of the older ones, on the other hand, is dedicated the theater Broadway-style with internationally renowned artists. In addition, in the MSC Yachting Club you can enjoy the service of butler 24 hours a day. The Grandiosa gallery is full of restaurants e stores for shopping, when evening falls the ceiling is transformed into an LED light show, enhanced by live performances and parties late into the night.
For the culinary sector, the following are present 11 restaurants, including HOLA! Tapas Bar by Ramón Freixa and the Atelier Bistrot with French specialties. Several bars and lounges are also scattered throughout the ship, including the Champagne bar.
Mediterranean cruises restart
As early as January 2021 MSC Grandiosa is back in operation, departing from Genoa and making stops in the Mediterranean, while in February it was the turn of the MSC Magnifica with 11-day cruises also in the Mediterranean, Good news for reopenings for this summer.
In order to board the screening Universal of all passengers and crew members prior to boarding, through swab unsanitary. Present are several points of sanitation, also for the luggage boarding and personal items. Obviously in effect the sanitation measures such as social distancing and the use of masks in public areas.
