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MSC BELLISSIMA
MSC BELLISSIMA - A STUNNING SHIP
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, guests will experience the world’s first digital cruise assistant, Zoe , a voice-enabled Artificial Intelligence device in every stateroom. In addition, the two-deck inside promenade features a spectacular 262-foot-long LED dome.
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ITINERARIES
Get ready to dive into one of our pools, let your hair down at the themed parties, treat yourself to something delicious in one of our amazing restaurants, and much more!
MAIN FEATURES
Galleria bellissima.
This 314 foot central promenade is filled with boutiques, restaurants and tranquil spots for shopping, eating and relaxing... as well as socializing. In the evening, it comes alive with music, parties and entertainment.
The London Theatre
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 theaters you can enjoy superlative entertainment with an international line-up of artists without having to leave the ship. Take your pick from a fabulous program, there's sure to be a show you love!
Carousel Productions at Sea
Enjoy an all-new entertainment concept blending breathtaking acrobatics, dance and live music to create exclusive original productions specially designed for MSC Meraviglia Class ships. It offers avant-garde artistic and immersive performances combined with the innovative technology in a surprising mix of new expressions and experimentation that will make you feel part of the show.
On board MSC Bellissima, you'll have the unique opportunity to admire two spectacular productions: SWEET, where sweet treats come to life in a candy-filled land, and MYÜT, an emotional journey through magical worlds filled with acrobats and dancers.
The shows take place twice a night, six nights a week, only at the Carousel Lounge, a glamorous, modern, technology-packed venue. Taste our Signature Cocktail while you enjoy a pre-show followed by this unique entertainment experience.
(not included in the cruise fare, limited spaces, a signature cocktail package needs to be booked)
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Family Entertainment
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
- 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
Atmosphere pool
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.
MSC Aurea Spa
The MSC Aurea Spa on MSC Bellissima is a luxurious Balinese spa offering signature relaxation treatments to revitalize 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.
MSC Yacht Club
An exclusive VIP experience. Discover a ship within a ship. A place where you can savor exclusivity and privacy in a world of choice. Where you can indulge in the luxury of privacy, while enjoying access to the myriad recreation and entertainment possibilities that the rest of the ship offers. Welcome to the MSC Yacht Club , and all-inclusive cruise experience like no other.
STATEROOMS & SUITES
Guests on MSC Bellissima can choose from a variety of accommodations, including balcony staterooms, staterooms for families and duplex suites.
- Comfortable king bed that can be converted into two single beds on request
- Sitting area with single sofa bed
- Bathroom with shower or bathtub, vanity area and hairdryer
- Interactive TV, telephone, safe and minibar
- ZOE - in-cabin Bluetooth speaker
- Wi-Fi access available ($)
Choose the cabin type that best suits you:
- Balcony Aurea (best location, approx. 183 ft 2 , decks 11 - 13)
- Deluxe Balcony (approx. 183 ft 2 , decks 8 - 14)
- Deluxe Balcony with partial view (approx. 183 ft 2 , decks 8 and 14)
- Studio Balcony (single occupancy, approx. 129 ft2, decks 13 - 14)
The image is representative only. Size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same cabin category)
- Window with sea view
- Relaxing armchair
- Bathroom with shower, vanity area and hairdryer
- Accommodates up to 6 guests
Choose the stateroom type that best suits you:
- Premium Ocean View (can accommodate up to 6 people, approx. 269 ft 2 , decks 9 - 11)
- Deluxe Ocean View (approx. 172 ft 2 , deck 5)
- Junior Ocean View (approx. 129 ft 2 , deck 8)
- Junior Ocean View with obstructed view (approx. 129 ft 2 , deck 8)
- Surface approx. 107-161 ft 2
- Comfortable double or single beds (on request)
- Interactive TV, telephone, Wi-Fi connection (for a fee), safe and minibar
- ZOE -in-cabin Bluetooth Speaker
- Deluxe interior (surface approx. 161 ft 2 , deck 5-14)
- Studio interior (single use, surface approx. 107 ft 2 , deck 5-14)
The image is representative only. Size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same stateroom category).
Entertainment
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.
RESTAURANTS & BUFFET
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.
Lighthouse Restaurant
Le cerisier restaurant, hola tacos & cantina.
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!
Butcher's Cut
This American-style steak house serves select Linz Heritage Angus beef, the 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.
Kaito Teppanyaki
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.
Marketplace Buffet
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.
Kaito Sushi Bar
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.
Il Ciliegio Restaurant
Posidonia restaurant, sea pavillion*.
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.
*only for China and Japan itineraries
BARS & LOUNGES
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, accompanied by some live entertainment.
Carousel Lounge
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).
Top Sail Lounge
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.
MSC Yacht Club Grill & Bar
This sundeck buffet and bar, exclusive to MSC Yacht Club Guests, offers an exceptional selection of freshly grilled specialties. You can grab something from our selection of fresh fish, meat and burgers, homemade pasta and a wide choice of fresh salads.
Jean-Philippe Chocolat & Café
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 freshly 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.
Bellissima Bar & Lounge
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.
Masters of the Sea
Atmospheric and charismatic, our traditional British pub is the perfect setting to drop in for a pint. Serving beer, whiskey and a range of delicious snacks in a comfortable environment, the pub is an ideal place to kick back and have fun.
Champagne Bar
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.
Infinity Bar
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 cocktails, signature cocktails to contemporary classics, there is something to suit your taste.
Jean-Philippe Crêpes & Gelato
A gourmet ice cream parlor 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 savory fillings.
Imperial Casino Bar
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 onshore. Or meet up with friends for a 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.
TV Studio & Bar
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.
Atmosphere Bar North
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.
Atmosphere Bar South
Hunger can strike at any time and at the Atmosphere Bar South our expert chefs serve up fresh and tasty specialties hot off the grill. Satisfy your cravings from our menu of freshly grilled food while you enjoy yourself by the pool.
Atmosphere Ice Cream Bar
This pool-side ice-cream bar offers six flavors of delicious soft ice-cream and fresh fruit treats, as well as tropical and frozen drinks and Coladas.
Horizon Bar
Magnificent views of the sea, fantastic cocktails, The Horizon Bar is the place to be. With our handpicked and carefully sourced drinks and fresh ingredients, gaze out over the stunning panorama of the ocean while you sip on a cocktail at the Horizon Bar.
Exclusive to MSC Yacht Club Guests, the MSC Yacht Club Sundeck & Bar, offers a luxurious and tranquil place to enjoy a cocktail. Surround yourself in the lap of luxury and let our artful bartenders prepare something special for you!
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- 5. Sinfonia
- 7. Fantasia
- 8. Meraviglia
- 10. Seaside Evo
- 11. Bellissima
- 12. Grandiosa
- 13. Magnifica
- 15. Preziosa
- 16. Seaview
- 19. Splendida
- Deluxe Interior
- Studio Interior
- Premium Ocean View
- Deluxe Ocean View
- Junior Ocean View
- Junior Ocean View with partial view
- Deluxe Balcony Aurea
- Deluxe Balcony
- Deluxe Balcony with partial view
- Studio Balcony
- Grand Suite Aurea with terrace and whirlpool
- Premium Suite Aurea
- MSC Yacht Club Royal Suite
- MSC Yacht Club Duplex Suite with whirlpool
- MSC Yacht Club Deluxe Suite
- MSC Yacht Club Interior Suite
° Single stateroom with reduced size bed (140x200cm)
° ° Reduced size bed (140x200cm)
• The ship offers many family staterooms which are the combination of 2 connected staterooms.
• Our ships offer the possibility of combining 2 or 3 connecting staterooms based on the ship class. Call our Contact Center to choose the best accommodation for you.
• All staterooms have one double bed convertible to two single beds except for Studio Interior and Studio Balcony.
•3rd and 4th beds available in all categories except for Interior Studio, Junior Ocean View with obstructed view, Junior Ocean View, Studio Balcony and MSC Yacht Club Interior Suite.
Ship configuration may be subject to change depending on the season and on the destination. It will be verified at the time of booking.
- Gross Tonnage: 171,598
- Number of passengers: 5,655
- Crew members: 1,595
- Number of Staterooms: 2,201
- Length/Beam/Height: 1,034 ft. / 141 ft. / 213 ft.
- Maximum speed: 23.15 knots
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Cruisedeckplans provides full interactive deck plans for the MSC Bellissima Deck 12 deck. Just move your mouse over any cabin and a pop up will appear with detail information, including a full description and floor layout, and a link to pictures and/or videos. These are the newest deck plans for MSC Bellissima Deck 12 deck plan showing public venues and cabin numbers and locations.
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Accessible cabins on Deck 12
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Cabin 12041 IR2 Category Interior
Cabin 12052 IR2 Category Interior
Cabin 12079 BR2 Category Balcony
Cabin 12081 BR2 Category Balcony
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Cabin 12114 BR2 Category Balcony
Cabin 12158 IR2 Category Interior
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Balcony Aurea
Type: Balcony
Cabin is 161 ft 2 , Balcony is 44 ft 2
*Actual cabin size and layout may differ from size and diagram shown.
CDP Code: Balcony
- Single or double bed - Spacious wardrobe - Bath with shower or tub - Interactive TV - Telephone - Wifi connection (for a fee) - Mini bar - Safe - Air conditioning
Deluxe Balcony (medium deck)
Premium Suite Aurea with Whirlpool
Type: Balcony Suite
Cabin is 295 ft 2 , Balcony is 280 ft 2
CDP Code: Balcony-Suite
- Double bed which can be converted to two singles - Air conditioning - Large wardrobe - Bath with shower - Interactive TV - Telephone - Wifi connection (for a fee) - Mini bar - Safe - Balcony with whirlpool bath.
Yacht Club Duplex with Jacuzzi
Type: Duplex Suite
Cabin is 397 ft 2 , Balcony is 242 ft 2
CDP Code: Duplex
- Two-deck high stateroom - Main level has open living/dining room - Sofa that converts to double bed - Second level master bedroom with double bed (can be converted to two singles) - Air conditioning - 2 walk-in wardrobes - 2 bathrooms (one with tub, one with shower) - Interactive TV - 2 telephones - Wifi connection (for a fee) - Mini bar - Safe - Balcony with whirlpool bath.
Premium Suite Aurea
Type: Family Balcony
Cabin is 180 ft 2 , Balcony is 56 ft 2
CDP Code: Family-Balcony
- Becomes cateogry FPB when combined with another Family Balcony - Single or double bed - Spacious wardrobe - Bath with shower or tub - Interactive TV - Telephone - Wifi connection (for a fee) - Mini bar - Safe - Air conditioning - Extra space with bunk bed.
Deluxe Interior (medium deck)
Type: Interior
Cabin is 178 ft 2
Smaller inside cabins are 131 square feet.
CDP Code: Interior
- Single or double (upon request) beds - Spacious wardrobe - Bath with shower - Interactive TV - Telephone - Wifi connection (for a fee) - Mini bar - Safe - Air conditioning
Single Bella Interior
Type: Single Interior
Cabin is 131 ft 2
CDP Code: Single
- Single bed that serves as a sofa - spacious wardrobe closet - bath with shower - interactive TV - phone - mini bar - safe
Mon - Fri 8:00am - 7:00pm Sat 9:00am - 1:00pm (AES/DT) Closed on Public Holidays.
CABINS & SUITES
Choose from a variety of comfortable accommodation available on MSC Bellissima, including sea-view balcony cabins, family options and duplex suites.
- Surface 58 sqm, balcony 39 sqm, deck 15
- Balcony with private whirlpool bath and dining table
- Separate living area and dining room
- Walk-in wardrobes
- Bathroom with tub and shower, vanity area with hairdryer
- Comfortable double or single beds (on request)
- Wifi connection included; ZOE - in-cabin Bluetooth speaker
- Interactive TV, telephone, safe and minibar
Discover a world of privileges with MSC Yacht Club including:
- 24-Hour Butler service and dedicated concierge
- Premium Extra Drink and Internet packages included
- Complimentary Access to the Thermal Suite in the MSC Aurea SPA
- Discounted packages offer; 10% discount on all spa treatments purchased on board..
- 1 Free cruise change
The image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same cabin category).
- Surface 59 sqm with a balcony 23 sqm, deck 9-12
- Two-deck-high cabin
- Easy access to the Yacht Club areas
- Open living/dining room with sofa that converts to double bed
- Bathroom with shower
Second level
- Master bedroom with double bed which can be converted into two single beds (on request)
- Two walk in wardrobes.
- Bathroom with tub
- Wifi connection included
- ZOE - in-cabin Bluetooth speaker
- Surface 26 sqm, balcony 5 sqm, deck 14-18
- Sitting area with sofa
- Spacious wardrobe
- Bathroom with shower or bathtub , vanity area with hairdryer
- Discounted packages offer;; 10% discount on all spa treatments purchased on board..
Discover a world of privileges with MSC Yacht Club
Size, layout and furniture may vary from that shown (within the same cabin category).
- Surface 15 sqm, deck 14-16
- Surface 39 sqm, with large angle balcony 36 sqm, deck 12
- Walk-in wardrobe. Setting Area with double sofa bed.
- Bathroom with shower vanity area with hairdryers.
- Double bed can be converted into two single beds (on request).
- Wifi connection available (for a fee). Mini bar. Air conditioning.
- Interactive TV, telephone and safe.
- Surface 27 sqm, with angle balcony 26-30 sqm, deck 9-13
- Surface 25 sqm, balcony 6 sqm, deck 9-14
- Bathroom with bathtub, vanity areas with hairdryer
- Interactive TV, telephone, Wifi connection available (for a fee), and minibar
- Can accomodate up to 6 people
- Surface 17 sqm, balcony 4 sqm, deck 11-13, best ship positions
- Interactive TV, telephone, Wifi connection available (for a fee), safe and minibar
- Surface 17 sqm, balcony 4 sqm, deck 8-10
- Surface 17 sqm, balcony 4 sqm, deck 8-14
- Surface 12 sqm, balcony 4 sqm, deck 13-14
- Sitting area with single sofa bed
- Surface 25 sqm, deck 9-11
- Window with sea view
- Relaxing armchair
- Bathroom with shower, vanity area with hairdryer
- Surface 16 sqm, deck 5
- Surface 12 sqm, deck 8 .
- Surface 12 sqm, deck 8
- Surface 15 sqm, deck 5-10
- Bathroom with shower, vanity area and hairdryer
- Surface 10 sqm, deck 5-14 (single use)
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MSC Bellissima deck plans
Deck layouts, review of facilities, activities, amenities.
MSC Bellissima deck plan review at CruiseMapper provides newest cruise deck plans (2024-2025-2026 valid floor layouts of the vessel) extracted from the officially issued by MSC Cruises deckplan pdf (printable version).
Each of the MSC Bellissima cruise ship deck plans are conveniently combined with a legend (showing cabin codes) and detailed review of all the deck's venues and passenger-accessible indoor and outdoor areas. A separate link provides an extensive information on MSC Bellissima staterooms (cabins and suites), including photos, cabin plans and amenities by room type and category.
MSC Bellissima (2019-built, last refurbishment in December 2023) is the second Meraviglia-class vessel in MSC Cruises fleet , with sistershp MSC Meraviglia (2017). Bellissima is also the 4th of all 13 newbuilds to join MSC fleet through 2026.
The MSC Bellissima cruise ship deck plan shows 2244 staterooms for 4488 passengers (max capacity is 5686) served by 1536 crew-staff. The boat has 18 decks (15 passenger-accessible, 11 with cabins), 12 dining options (restaurants and food bars), 20 lounges and bars, 4 swimming pools (including 1x glass-domed and 1x MSC Yacht Club Pool), 9 Jacuzzis (outdoor whirlpool hot tubs), 32 elevators (of which 19 for passengers, including 2x Atrium glass-wall lifts, and 1x MSC Yacht Club Lift).
MSC Bellissima decks are named after ships in the current MSC fleet.
These vessels are part of the MSC's fleet expansion program (total worth USD 5,3 billion). All the newbuilds by this program (including the MSC Seaside class vessels) double the line’s capacity by the year 2022 reaching ~80,000 passengers a day.
- Among the dining options are "Butcher's Cut" (new American steakhouse); new pastry bar/creperie (by celebrity chef Jean Philippe Maury), new “Kaito Sushi” restaurant, new “Kaito Teppanyaki” restaurant, a 20-hours a day open buffet restaurant.
- The 4 swimming pools include a 25-m / 80 ft long Atmosphere pool, a 10-m / 33 ft long indoor pool (Bamboo pool) and the aft-located Horizon pool – the most generous open-deck area at sea.
- Weekly, a total of 12x "Cirque du Soleil" circus acrobatic shows are presented in the dedicated “Carousel Lounge”. The lounge is located aft on deck 7 (Promenade) and has capacity 120 seats for dinner (plus additional 290 seats reserved for drinks).
- Balinese Spa complex is a 1100 m2 / 11,840 ft2 sized wellness area.
Each Meraviglia- and Meraviglia Plus-class ship is fitted with a total of 114 Interactive screens, 244 info screens, 31 virtual screens, 81 video wall monitors, 3050 iBeacons, 700 WAPs (wireless access points), 1200 CCTV cameras.
On Bellissima MSC installed the fleet's first "virtual assistants" in all passenger cabins. The digital device (still unnamed) will be introduced fleetwide over the period 2019-2024. In 7 languages, the new technology ("cruise industry first") answers all passenger requests regarding onboard facilities and services. Passenger data (including itinerary/tour and shipboard preferences) is stored in the Cloud Storage system and used on the next scheduled voyage. The device (sized ~15 cm) can be activated whenever passengers choose. A waiver must be signed to agree for the personal data to be stored. The new device was developed by the US-based company Harman International (a subsidiary of Samsung), which also has developed digital audio solutions for major corporations, such as Google, Microsoft, Amazon.
Deck layouts
Deck 04 - lirica-tendering-hospital-crew, deck 05 - opera-cabins-lobby, deck 06 - musica-dining-shops, deck 07 - fantasia-promenade-spa-carousel lounge-casino, deck 08 - meraviglia-cabins, deck 09 - seaside-cabins, deck 10 - seaside evo-cabins, deck 11 - bellissima-cabins, deck 12 - grandiosa-cabins, deck 13 - magnifica-cabins, deck 14 - world class-cabins-bridge, deck 15 - preziosa-lido-pools-yacht club cabins, deck 16 - seaview-sports-yacht club lounge, deck 18 - divina-kids-teens-yacht club restaurant, deck 19 - splendida-waterslides-yacht club sundeck.
MSC Bellissima deck plans are property of MSC Cruises . All deck layouts are for informational purposes only and CruiseMapper is not responsible for their accuracy.
The ultimate guide to MSC Cruises ships and itineraries
MSC Cruises may be the biggest cruise line you've never heard of — assuming you're an American.
While the Switzerland-based company is the third-biggest cruise line in the world, it has far less name recognition among Americans than big U.S.-based lines such as Royal Caribbean and Carnival Cruise Line . That's because, until recently, MSC Cruises mostly catered to Europeans. A large percentage of its customers came from countries such as Italy, Germany, France and Spain.
That's all changing now — and in a big way.
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As it expands its fleet at a rapid pace , MSC Cruises is massively building its footprint in North America in an effort to woo more Americans. As recently as 2017, the line only had a single vessel based in North America. Now it's up to three ships sailing out of U.S. ports, and by the end of 2023, that number will have shot up to five.
All the North America-based ships are marketed heavily to Americans, and the line has tailored some of the features and activities on the vessels to a North American crowd.
Like Royal Caribbean and Norwegian Cruise Line , MSC Cruises has been building big resortlike vessels that offer every sort of amusement known to humans, from giant water parks to race car simulators. It currently operates eight of the 20 biggest cruise ships in the world — one of which (MSC Meraviglia) now calls North America home with year-round sailings out of New York City.
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3 things TPG loves about MSC Cruises
- Its affordability
- The incredible array of activities on its ships
- The status match it offers with its loyalty program
What we could do without
- Onboard announcements in five languages (on overseas sailings)
The MSC Cruises fleet
MSC Cruises has grown enormously in recent years. As recently as early 2017, the line had just 12 ships in operation. But it's added new ships at a rapid pace over the past six years and now operates 22 vessels, more than any other major line besides Royal Caribbean and Carnival. It also has three more giant new ships on the way in the next few years.
If that sounds like too many ships to get your head around, note that all 22 of the vessels in operation, as well as the three on order, fall into six distinct classes . The ships within each of the classes have similar sizes and onboard attractions. If you know one ship in the class, you know them all.
Related: MSC Cruises ships from newest to oldest — a complete list
As a result of its rapid growth, MSC Cruises recently passed Norwegian to become the world's third-biggest cruise brand when measured by passenger capacity. Only Royal Caribbean and Carnival are bigger.
Not including pulldown bunks and pullout sofas, MSC Cruises' 22 ships have 77,832 berths — about 21,000 more than Norwegian's fleet. At its current pace of growth, MSC Cruises could soon pass Carnival to become the world's second-biggest line.
As noted above, the MSC Cruises fleet includes eight of the world's 20 biggest cruise vessels — MSC World Europa , MSC Euribia , MSC Virtuosa, MSC Grandiosa, MSC Meraviglia , MSC Bellissima, MSC Seashore and MSC Seascape . Built in the last six years, these eight ships aren't quite as big as Royal Caribbean's giant Oasis Class vessels (the world's biggest cruise ships), but they're right up there when it comes to amenities and passenger capacity.
The grande dame of the MSC Cruises fleet is its recently unveiled MSC World Europa. At 215,863 tons, it's the biggest MSC Cruises ship ever built and the first of a new series of so-called World Class vessels that are nearly as big as Royal Caribbean's Oasis Class ships.
The next-biggest ships in the MSC Cruises fleet are its recently unveiled Meraviglia Class vessels: MSC Meraviglia, MSC Bellissima, MSC Grandiosa, MSC Virtuosa and MSC Euribia. Similar in design, these five ships aren't quite as big as MSC World Europa, but they're right up there when it comes to size, amenities and passenger capacity.
MSC Grandiosa, MSC Virtuosa and MSC Euribia, which debuted in 2019, 2021 and 2023, respectively, are a tad longer than MSC Bellissima and MSC Meraviglia and are considered a subset of the class known as Meraviglia Plus. Each can hold 4,842 passengers at double occupancy (or 6,334 passengers if every last pulldown bunk and pullout sofa is filled).
The other two Meraviglia Class ships, which date to 2019 and 2017, can carry more than 5,600 passengers with every berth filled.
In addition to these five giants, MSC Cruises also operates four large Seaside Class ships. Each has a total capacity of 5,336 to 5,632 passengers.
Add those in, and MSC Cruises operates 10 of the world's 35 biggest cruise ships, plus four somewhat smaller Fantasia Class vessels that can each hold around 4,400 passengers at maximum occupancy.
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Together, the 14 World, Meraviglia, Seaside and Fantasia Class vessels make up MSC Cruises' big-ship fleet. The line's remaining eight vessels, split among two classes, are considerably smaller, with maximum occupancy topping out at 2,700 to 3,200 passengers.
The eight smaller ships, which in general are the line's older ships, allow MSC Cruises to offer itineraries to places that aren't as easy for big ships to visit. Not all ports in the world can handle a ship the size of the World Class or Meraviglia Class vessels, although even the biggest MSC Cruises ships are still designed to be able to call at most ports around the world.
The smaller ships also appeal to a subset of MSC Cruises fans who are willing to give up some onboard amenities in exchange for intimacy. They're usually less expensive on a per-day basis, too.
In addition to all the above, MSC Group — the line's parent company — has announced plans for yet another class of big ships to start arriving later this decade, though few details have been released. MSC Group is also developing a series of small luxury vessels that'll operate under a separate brand called Explora Journeys.
Destinations and itineraries
MSC Cruises sails almost everywhere in the world, but its heaviest presence is in Europe, where it's the biggest cruise operator.
In a typical summer, the line will deploy the vast majority of its ships in the Mediterranean or northern Europe. In recent years, the line has also kept at least a couple of ships in Florida in summer for voyages to the Caribbean and the Bahamas. This year, the line had two ships based in Florida for summer sailings to the Caribbean and the Bahamas, plus one ship sailing out of New York City for the summer.
During winter, MSC Cruises typically will add more ships to the Caribbean and the Bahamas. (For winter 2023-2024, it expects to have six in the region.) It'll also typically send four or five ships to South America in winter and often deploys vessels in winter to South Africa and the Middle East.
For winter 2023-2024, it'll have one ship in South Africa. The line's Middle East deployment this year has been cut back due to the conflict between Israel and Hamas.
Additionally, MSC Cruises often offers an around-the-world cruise in winter on a single ship.
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In North America, MSC Cruises ships have generally sailed out of Miami , but the line recently added Port Canaveral and New York City as home ports, too. The line also offers cruises from the Caribbean islands of Barbados, Martinique and Guadeloupe, and in a major development, the line opened its first private island, Ocean Cay MSC Marine Reserve , in the Bahamas in 2019. It's a major stop for many MSC Cruises itineraries in the region.
In Europe, major MSC Cruises hubs include Southampton, England; Copenhagen; Kiel and Hamburg in Germany; Ancona, Venice, Genoa, Naples, Palermo, Bari and Civitavecchia (the port for Rome) in Italy; Barcelona, Valencia and Palma de Mallorca in Spain; and Marseille, France.
Who sails MSC Cruises?
MSC Cruises is increasingly known for having big, bustling megaships that'll appeal to people who like a megaresort experience. In other words, if you're the kind of person who loves staying on property at Disney World or at a giant Las Vegas resort , this could be the line for you.
The bigger MSC Cruises ships offer vacationers a ton of options for dining (some vessels have more than a dozen distinct places to eat dinner or at least grab a quick bite) or entertainment. They're lively and fun.
They also have an inordinate amount of teen- and tween-friendly attractions — everything from some of the largest waterslides at sea to sprawling amusement areas with race car simulators, flight simulators and XD cinemas (more on all this below). That makes them particularly appealing to families, including multigenerational groups. Families are a big part of MSC Cruises' business.
But it's not just families that flock to MSC Cruises.
The line's ships are designed to offer something for everyone, and they thus appeal to a wide demographic, including couples of all ages and even solo travelers (the line has added solo cabins on its newer ships and occasionally runs promotions for solo travelers). They also draw customers from a wide range of the income spectrum.
At one level, MSC Cruises ships have a for-the-masses feel. However, overlaid across many of the line's ships are high-end suites, upscale restaurants and luxury services — most notably the suites and amenities in the exclusive, upscale MSC Yacht Club areas found on some vessels (more on that later). As a result, the line draws a good number of luxury-seeking travelers.
The demographic profile of MSC Cruises ships can be markedly different depending on where the vessels are based. On Caribbean sailings out of Florida, you'll find that a large percentage of passengers are English-speaking North Americans.
MSC Cruises voyages in Europe are often heavily filled with Europeans speaking Italian, German, Spanish and French, as well as some English speakers. In Europe, the line offers onboard programming in all five of these languages (all crew members speak English no matter where the ships are sailing).
Reality check: Due to the diverse origins of passengers on European sailings, the line typically makes announcements in all five of the aforementioned languages. This can result in extraordinarily long announcements at times, which can be a distraction to some cruisers. The good news is that on sailings out of U.S. ports, only safety announcements are made in all five languages. Other announcements are in English only.
Cabins and suites
MSC Cruises offers a wide range of accommodations on its ships. On its newest vessels, you'll find everything from relatively low-cost, windowless "interior" cabins that measure as little as 172 square feet (perfect for the budget traveler) to suites more than five times that size that sprawl across two decks.
Still, MSC Cruises doesn't offer the sort of truly giant suites (more than 1,000 to 2,000 square feet) you'll find on some Norwegian and Royal Caribbean ships.
At the high end, the accommodations are aimed at affluent travelers who, for whatever reason, prefer the megaship experience to being on a luxury ship, and they can be quite impressive.
The biggest suites on MSC Grandiosa, which launched in 2019, span two levels and offer around 635 square feet of interior space, plus another 237 square feet of outdoor balcony space.
On more than half of MSC Cruises' ships, many of the top suites are part of an exclusive, keycard-accessed area called the MSC Yacht Club . Billed as an upscale "ship within a ship" and aimed at luxury travelers, the MSC Yacht Club is at the very top of vessels and comes with a private lounge, a pool, sunning areas and even its own restaurant.
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MSC Yacht Club accommodations also come with 24-hour butler service and a dedicated concierge.
Solo cabins (called interior studios) measuring just 127 square feet can be found on the line's seven newest vessels.
Insider tip: Passengers can use the interactive TVs in cabins to browse information, find out about daily events and activities, check bills and book services. On some ships, MSC for Me interactive wristbands can open your cabin door and also allow you to book services or make contactless payments for items on board.
Restaurants and dining
While a few of MSC Cruises' smallest ships have relatively limited dining venues, many of the line's vessels offer a wide range of choices.
On the line's recently unveiled MSC Euribia, for instance, there are nearly a dozen distinct eateries, as well as a number of bars and lounges that serve at least small bites. MSC Seashore has five specialty restaurants that feature waterfront, outdoor seating on the ship's boardwalk.
Every vessel has at least one or more main dining rooms and a casual buffet where meals are included in the fare.
For dinner in a main dining room, you must either have My Choice dining with the Aurea experience (a flexible dining option where you dine whenever you want) or classic dining (where you have a fixed table and time for dinner).
Nearly every ship also has at least one — and sometimes quite a few — extra-charge venues. Among the most common across the fleet is the American-style steakhouse Butcher's Cut, which is found on more than half the line's vessels. There also are sushi bars on more than half the line's ships, with varying names like Kaito Sushi and Galaxy Sushi.
The line's newest ships have teppanyaki restaurants, too, and passengers on MSC Cruises' Seaside Class ships, as well as MSC Meraviglia and MSC Splendida, can dine at a Mediterranean-style seafood restaurant.
Several of the line's newest vessels, including MSC Grandiosa and MSC Bellissima, also have the French cuisine-serving L'Atelier Bistrot.
Entertainment and activities
MSC Cruises offers a broad range of entertainment and activities on its ships. As noted above, the line's biggest vessels offer multiple entertainment venues, from Broadway-style theaters to spaces for circus-like performances; all manner of deck-top attractions; large casinos; and full-service spas. Plus, you'll find multiple bars, lounges and nightlife spots.
Theaters and shows
Like other megaship lines, MSC Cruises is known for big, glitzy theater productions performed in onboard theaters that are as state-of-the-art as anything you'll find on Broadway.
On the line's newer ships, such as MSC Euribia, MSC Virtuosa and MSC Grandiosa, there are main theaters that hold nearly 1,000 people. They offer as many as six different full-scale theatrical productions during a typical voyage, with multiple showtimes for each production and a range of styles. You'll find original Broadway-style musicals, piano concerts and even operas.
Some MSC Cruises ships have high-tech, multipurpose entertainment spaces that serve as comedy clubs and karaoke bars but can also transform into music venues. Dubbed the TV Studio & Bar on some ships, these spaces also house radio and TV broadcasting equipment, and they can host games, quizzes and talent contests aired live on TV sets in cabins.
Other interior attractions and activities
In addition to entertainment spaces, the interiors of MSC Cruises ships are loaded with other venues where passengers can kick back and let loose day and night, including a seemingly endless array of bars, lounges and nightspots.
Every MSC Cruises ship has a casino, and on the line's larger vessels, they are big operations. Le Grand Casino on MSC Grandiosa, for instance, has 164 slot machines, 12 table games (including blackjack, roulette and poker) and its own bar.
The five Meraviglia and Meraviglia Plus Class vessels also have soaring interior mall-like spaces called Gallerias with bars, restaurants and retail shops, as does the new MSC World Europa.
Many of the Gallerias, for example, are home to an innovative chocolate bar and boutique created by well-known French patissier and chocolatier Jean-Philippe Maury.
The Gallerias on the five Meraviglia and Meraviglia Plus Class vessels — MSC Euribia, MSC Virtuosa, MSC Grandiosa, MSC Meraviglia and MSC Bellissima — are topped with one of the most stunning features found at sea: a dazzling "digital sky" made with curving LED screens that offer regular light shows during the day and evening. There's something similar on MSC World Europa.
The bigger MSC Cruises ships also have interactive game zones with such attractions as Formula One racing simulators, immersive XD cinemas, arcade games and even full-size bowling alleys.
For something more soothing, all MSC Cruises ships include spas. These can be quite big on the larger vessels, with expansive thermal areas and a wide choice of treatments and services.
Insider tip: Passengers can get information about onboard entertainment and restaurants (and make reservations) on the interactive screens found around MSC Cruises vessels.
Top-deck attractions
The top decks of MSC Cruises ships offer pools, hot tubs and plenty of lounge space, plus some spectacular family-focused fun zones — on the line's newest ships, at least.
On the line's Meraviglia and Seaside Class ships, top-deck amenities include sprawling back-of-the-ship water parks with multiple waterslides, ropes courses and watery play areas for the little ones.
Some ships even have zip lines — the longest at sea.
Additionally, the main pool areas on the newest MSC Cruises ships are among the biggest and most stunning at sea. Some of the line's ships also have adults-only pools topped with glass ceilings that can be opened on warm days.
Children's programs
MSC Cruises has some of the most extensive children's programs at sea, with dedicated clubs and activities for children as young as a couple of months old through the age of 17.
On most ships, the line offers programming for five distinct age groups.
For the very youngest cruisers, there's Baby Club, a program for babies and toddlers up to the age of 3. The line partnered with baby care brand Chicco to develop dedicated Baby Club play areas on every ship with toys, games and music and rhythm activities. You can leave your toddlers at the clubs, which have dedicated staff, or stay and play with them.
MSC Cruises ships also have a dedicated Mini Club (ages 3 to 6) and Junior Club (ages 7 to 11) with age-appropriate activities. Designed in partnership with the Lego Group, the Mini Clubs offer games, events and activities such as arts and crafts. Junior Clubs have a Masterchef at Sea Juniors competition, plus acting, dancing and singing activities.
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MSC Cruises ships also have Young Club, a tween program (ages 12 to 14) that includes sports tournaments, high-tech games and other activities.
Then there's Teen Club (ages 15 to 17), which hosts disco parties, karaoke parties and Wii, Xbox and PlayStation 4 tournaments. On MSC Grandiosa, teens even get the chance to pilot a drone through an obstacle course during an activity called the Drone Academy, and the ship holds a teen dance competition designed in partnership with the company behind "The X Factor."
Kids and teens clubs on newer MSC Cruises ships can also access cutting-edge equipment like 3D printing machines, virtual reality devices and 3D product scanning, all of which are used in activities.
What to know before you go
Required documents.
If you're a U.S. citizen on a cruise that starts and ends in a U.S. port, you'll need either a current passport or an official copy of your birth certificate and a driver's license or other government-issued photo identification to sail. Passports must be valid for at least six months.
For cruises from international ports, you'll need a passport. It's important that the name on your reservation is listed exactly as it appears on your passport or other official proof of nationality.
MSC Cruises adds an automatic service charge of $16 per person to final bills on sailings out of U.S. ports. Sailings with pricing in euros have a 12 euro charge ($13.13 at current exchange rates). Children 2 to 11 pay half the adult rate on most cruises. Children under 2 are not charged for service.
Also, a 15% gratuity is added to bills at bars for cruisers who do not have a drinks package. If you buy a drinks package, the gratuity charges for drinks is folded into the package price when you book it. A 15% service charge is also added to items in minibars, salons and spas.
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MSC Cruises has been rolling out Wi-Fi with speeds so fast that you'll be able to watch Netflix from your room on your mobile device. Unlike some lines, though, MSC Cruises doesn't offer flat-fee pricing for Wi-Fi. Instead, MSC Cruises charges by the number of devices you use and how you want to use the internet (think: browsing, texting, sending emails or video streaming).
Basic packages for browsing start around $72 for one device with unlimited data. A two-device plan with unlimited data for browsing costs about $109. There's also a four-device browsing plan for about $223. If you're looking to stream video along with other internet uses, you'll need a streaming plan. These start around $100 for one device and can be as high as $313 for a four-device plan.
Unlike other cruise lines, MSC Cruises does not let passengers switch their internet plan from one device to another during the cruise, even if they're only using one device at a time. Make sure you sign up for the Wi-Fi plan on the device you intend to use it with. If you'll want access on both your phone and your tablet, you will need a two-device plan.
Passengers can chat with friends and family on board ships even if they don't have an internet package by downloading the MSC for Me app to a smart device. The app also lets you book services on board.
Carry-on drinks policy
Unlike some lines, MSC Cruises doesn't allow passengers to bring their own alcohol on board.
Smoking policy
Smoking (including electronic cigarette smoking) is allowed in a limited number of designated areas on ships, with the primary smoking area on ships being an outdoor pool area that varies by ship and is indicated by signage. Smoking is forbidden in cabins and on cabin balconies, and those who violate this rule will face a $250 fee.
Unlike some lines, MSC Cruises does not build self-service launderettes onto its ships. Vessels offer extra-charge laundry and dry-cleaning services.
Electrical outlets
All vessels have standard North American-style, 110-volt outlets in rooms, as well as European-style, 220-volt outlets. A growing number of vessels also have USB ports in cabins.
For cruises in the Caribbean, South America and South Africa, as well as on MSC Grand Voyages going to Europe and to Australia, the onboard currency is the U.S. dollar.
On cruises in other parts of the world, the onboard currency is the euro. All vessels operate on a cashless system with any onboard purchases you make posting automatically to your onboard account. You'll receive a Cruise Card (or, on the newer ships, an MSC for Me wristband) that you can use to make purchases.
Drinking age
You must be at least 21 years old to consume alcohol on sailings in the U.S. and the Caribbean. The drinking age on sailings everywhere else in the world is 18.
During the day, there's no specific dress code, and people dress casually. If it's a sea day in a warm-weather destination and you're bound for the top deck, that means dressing for the beach — T-shirts, shorts and bathing suits (with a cover-up to put on when you go inside) are just fine.
On most evenings, the line recommends "smart casual" dress, meaning summery dresses for women and a lightweight jacket for men. On select days, the line also holds Gala evenings on its ships where the dress code can be more formal. For Gala evenings, if dining in a main dining room, the line suggests a tuxedo, dinner jacket or dark suit and tie for men and a dressy outfit, formal gown or cocktail dress for women.
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MSC Cruises loyalty program
MSC Cruises has a point-based frequent cruiser program, the MSC Voyagers Club , that has four tiers ranging from Classic (requiring 1 point) to Diamond (10,000 points).
Members earn points based on the length of the cruises they take and which "experience" they book on those sailings. There are four different "experiences" you can book on an MSC Cruises sailing, each with different inclusions and price points. The most basic "Bella" experience will get you fewer points than the top "MSC Yacht Club" experience.
For a sailing of under five nights, for instance, your earnings would range from 200 to 800 points depending on the experience you book. For cruises that are five to nine nights in length, you'd earn from 500 to 1,500 points depending on the experience.
Every person in your stateroom will earn points for the cruise. You can also earn points with onboard spending and any bookings you made before embarkation. You'll earn 100 points for every $150 in prepaid and onboard expenses.
Know, though, that there are a couple of key caveats. Only the Voyagers Club member who makes the final payment for the onboard expenses will receive those points. For prepaid expenses, points will be equally distributed among the cabin occupants.
Say, for example, the total amount of prepaid onboard services that apply to all cabin occupants before the cruise is $600. If there are four cabin occupants, the spending for the points calculation of each member will be $150, which is equal to 100 points.
As is typical for cruise line loyalty programs, the entry-level tier (Classic) doesn't bring all that many truly valuable rewards. By far the most alluring benefit at this level is the 5% discount that members get when booking future sailings (note that this discount is not valid on Tandem and MSC Grand Tours). That's real savings every time you book a cruise.
The real perks begin at Diamond status, which brings a free dinner in an extra-charge restaurant, priority embarkation at the start of a cruise and priority disembarkation at the end of a cruise.
Unlike with most cruise line loyalty programs, you won't automatically keep your status forever with MSC Cruises. Once achieved, your status is good as long as you take a cruise at least once every 36 months. If you don't, not only will your points disappear, but your entire account will be erased, requiring you to re-enroll and start all over again.
That's the downside of the MSC Voyagers Club. However, the program also comes with one very big upside: MSC Cruises will let you status match your way to top-tier Diamond status based on your status level with any of more than two dozen other loyalty programs — not just those run by competing cruise lines but also those operated by Marriott, Hyatt and Hilton. It's very rare in the cruise world.
How much does an MSC Cruises voyage cost?
MSC Cruises is known for some of the most affordable ships at sea. It's not uncommon to find MSC Cruises voyages to the Caribbean and the Bahamas from under $75 per person, per night, including all taxes and fees — at least in the offseason.
For instance, at the time of publication, four-night sailings from Miami to the Bahamas in September 2024 start at just $249 per person, not including taxes and fees of $100. That works out to just $87.25 per person, per night, with taxes and fees, for a package that includes your lodging, transportation and meals.
As you might expect, pricing for ships will generally be lower during offseason periods such as September, October and parts of November.
The timing of when you book can also matter. Cruises book up much further in advance than airplanes or hotels, and many cruisers will tell you the best pricing for any given sailing often is available when cruises first go on sale (which can be a good two years before a departure). Booking far in advance also gives you the best chance of getting your preferred cabin type and location on a ship.
Once on board an MSC Cruises ship, you'll pay extra for most drinks, extra-charge restaurants, spa services, shore excursions, internet and a few other amenities — unless you've paid up for a more inclusive package.
When pricing cabins, MSC Cruises offers one of four main "experiences," each of which comes with different inclusions and varying price tags. The basic "Bella" experience includes your room, dining in the main restaurants and buffet, and access to all the included features of the ship, such as kids programs and theater shows.
Note that if you book the Bella experience, you cannot select a specific cabin. You can only choose between the broad categories of inside, ocean-view or balcony cabin, and a cabin is later assigned to you.
One step up is the more expensive "Fantastica" experience, which adds room service and breakfast delivered to your cabin, priority choice of dinner sittings, access to additional kids activities and classes, and more. At this level and above, you can pick a specific cabin when booking.
With the even pricier "Aurea" experience, you'll get complimentary access to the spa's thermal area, priority boarding and other perks. The Aurea experience also comes with access to My Choice dining and an exclusive sun deck area that on many ships features an exclusive bar and hot tubs.
Then there's the MSC Yacht Club experience, mentioned above, which is the ultimate in onboard living. Even with its higher price tag, the MSC Yacht Club still provides great value for its wide range of perks, such as unlimited drinks in all MSC Yacht Club areas, including premium spirits and minibar items.
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How to book
If you're sure you know what sort of cabin you want, on which ship, on which itinerary — and about a dozen other things — you can head over to the MSC Cruises website to book directly.
That said, given the complexity of booking a cruise (there are a lot of decisions to make during the booking process: trust us) we recommend you use a seasoned travel agent who specializes in cruises. A good travel agent will quiz you about your interests, travel style and preferences, and steer you to the perfect cruise line, ship, itinerary and cabin for you. They also can help if something goes wrong just before, during or after your voyage.
If you're sure MSC Cruises is your line, look for a travel agent who specializes in trips with the brand. You want someone who knows all about the line's various cabin categories and, preferably, has done ship inspections to see them firsthand.
Whether you use a travel agent or not, make sure to maximize your purchase when paying for the cruise by using a credit card that offers extra points for travel purchases . This could be the Chase Sapphire Reserve , which offers 3 Ultimate Rewards points per dollar spent on travel and dining (excluding the annual $300 travel credit). There's also the Chase Sapphire Preferred Card , which earns 2 points per dollar spent on travel (and dining).
Related: How to book a cruise using points and miles
Bottom line
Long a major player in Europe, MSC Cruises is growing fast in North America with a lineup of big, new, amenity-filled ships.
If you're a megaresort lover, you'll feel right at home on MSC Cruises' new World, Meraviglia and Seaside Class vessels, which rival the biggest vessels of Royal Caribbean and Norwegian for their array of onboard amusements.
You'll also love their affordability. Among the world's biggest ships, they offer some of the lowest pricing. You'll be sharing your vacation with hordes of other people, of course — as many as 6,000 on some MSC Cruises vessels. However, even the biggest MSC Cruises ships have quiet nooks where you can escape the crowds.
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MSC Bellissima Deck Plan Tour of Staterooms, Suites, Cabins and Public Spaces on Deck 12 deck. All our decks are loaded with features including pictures and/or videos. ... Yacht Club Duplex with Jacuzzi. Type: Duplex Suite. Cabin is 397 ft 2, Balcony is 242 ft 2 *Actual cabin size and layout may differ from size and diagram shown. Click for
Choose from a variety of comfortable accommodation available on MSC Bellissima, including sea-view balcony cabins, family options and duplex suites. MSC YACHT CLUB ROYAL SUITE. Balcony with private whirlpool bath and dining table. Bathroom with tub and shower, vanity area with hairdryer. Wifi connection included; ZOE - in-cabin Bluetooth speaker.
The MSC Bellissima cruise ship deck plan shows 2244 staterooms for 4488 passengers (max capacity is 5686) served by 1536 crew-staff. The boat has 18 decks (15 passenger-accessible, 11 with cabins), 12 dining options (restaurants and food bars), 20 lounges and bars, 4 swimming pools (including 1x glass-domed and 1x MSC Yacht Club Pool), 9 ...
Ships that have the MSC Yacht Club on board include MSC Bellissima, MSC Divina, MSC Fantasia, MSC Grandiosa, MSC Meraviglia, MSC Preziosa, MSC Seaside, MSC Seascape, MSC Seaview, MSC Seashore, MSC ...
TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS OF THE SHIP. GROSS TONNAGE 171.598 LENGTH / BEAM / HEIGHT 315,83 m / 43 m / 75,5 m SURFACE AREA 450.000 m2, included 33.000 m² public areas PUBLIC AREA RATIO 10,5 m2per passenger DECKS 19, included 15 for guests LIFTS 32, included 19 for guests (2 panoramic and 1 for the MSC Yacht Club) VOLTAGE (IN CABIN) 110/220 ...
Even with its higher price tag, the MSC Yacht Club still provides great value for its wide range of perks, such as unlimited drinks in all MSC Yacht Club areas, including premium spirits and ...
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Former SPYC junior sailors include Collegiate All-Americans, Olympic Medalists, National and World champions, and Rolex Yachtsman and Yachtswoman of the Year. For more information on our year-round Youth Racing Team, please contact our coaching staff at 727-822-3113. St. Petersburg Sailing Center.
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Address: 11 Central Avenue, St. Petersburg, FL 33701 | 2301 Pass-a-Grille Way, St. Pete Beach, FL 33706. Phone: Pass-a-Grille 727-360-1646. The St. Petersburg Yacht Club offers something to entice every member of the family every day. With two clubhouses, three marinas, full service catering, a fleet of sailboats, live entertainment weekly and ...