MSC Cruises has just published its new 2020-2021 catalog, full of new features and countless possibilities for planning your next trip to any corner of the world.
Planning your trip will be much simpler thanks to the numerous 'Fly & Cruise' options available for itineraries in the Caribbean, Northern Europe, the Eastern Mediterranean, and the Emirates. These comprehensive services combine cruises and flights, allowing for a more comfortable embarkation and simplifying travel arrangements for both passengers and travel agents. Airport transfers and assistance at Madrid and Barcelona airports are also included.
NEW: THREE SHIPS DEPARTING WEEKLY FROM BARCELONA
With this catalog, MSC Cruises boasts the largest offering in the Western Mediterranean and, as is customary, each time the company launches a new ship, it spends its inaugural season in Barcelona as its home port. Furthermore, for the first time, the cruise line will have three ships departing weekly from Barcelona during the summer: MSC Grandiosa (Fridays), MSC Seaview (Saturdays), and MSC Divina (Mondays).
MSC Virtuosa, the latest addition to the MSC Cruises fleet, set to launch in November 2020, will be part of the fleet dedicated to sailing the Western Mediterranean from Barcelona during the winter. This state-of-the-art ship, the fourth model in the Meraviglia class and the second Meraviglia-Plus, will offer passengers a wide range of entertainment, dining, relaxation, shopping, and other options, in addition to the MSC Yacht Club, an exclusive accommodation and services option for guests seeking luxury and exclusivity under the concept of a 'yacht within a ship,' with private access. Adding to the appeal for passengers are two new Cirque du Soleil at Sea shows, created exclusively for MSC Cruises guests, joining those already available on MSC Meraviglia, MSC Bellissima, and MSC Grandiosa.
MSC Cruises reaffirms its commitment to the Port of Valencia, where it has had a continuous presence since 2006, with an exclusive weekly itinerary throughout the summer. Furthermore, it confirms its support for the Port of Palma de Mallorca, which in 2020-2021 will have two weekly departures, one of them aboard MSC Seaview, one of MSC Cruises' most innovative ships and known as 'the ship that follows the sun'.
In summer, six boats depart from Venice from Friday to Monday
MSC Cruises also includes a powerful proposal for the Eastern Mediterranean, launching the most complete offer with six weekly departures to discover multiple and attractive destinations in Italy, Greece, Croatia, Montenegro, Albania and even Israel.
THREE WEEKLY DEPARTURES TO THE LANDSCAPES AND CAPITALS OF NORTHERN EUROPE
Northern Europe is another highly sought-after region for Spanish travelers, thanks to its vibrant cities, picturesque villages, and breathtaking landscapes. Exploring the Norwegian Fjords, the Baltic Capitals, or the Atlantic coast is easy with three weekly departures from Kiel and Copenhagen with MSC Cruises for 8-day cruises. In addition to these itineraries, longer cruises (12, 13, and up to 22 days) are available, offering deeper exploration of fascinating destinations like Scotland, Ireland, Iceland, and Greenland.
UNUSUAL WINTER DESTINATIONS: EMIRATES AND THE CARIBBEAN
The exotic allure of Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Sir Bani Yas is also a highlight of MSC Cruises' 2020-2021 itinerary, with two weekly departures offering ample time to explore everything from futuristic cities to deserted islands, thanks to an overnight stay in Dubai. A world of contrasts awaits aboard MSC Lirica and MSC Seaview, providing a welcome escape from the winter chill.
MSC Cruises' year-round Caribbean offerings, departing from Miami, expand in 2020-2021 with Ocean Cay MSC Marine Reserve, the company's private island for passengers in the Bahamas. This island not only allows guests to enjoy a wide range of sports, family, and nightlife activities on land, but also includes a comprehensive project for the protection and restoration of the area's flora and fauna, including a coral nursery on the island's east side. With Ocean Cay MSC Marine Reserve, the company perfectly complements its itineraries in this region, which encompasses such exotic and spectacular landscapes as Cozumel, St. Lucia, San Juan, Puerto Rico, Ocho Rios, Roatán Island, and Belize, among others
AROUND THE WORLD 2021 FROM BARCELONA
Among MSC Cruises' offerings for 2020-2021, this new expedition stands out. Departing from Barcelona on January 7th, it will visit 52 destinations in 33 countries over 119 days, including 7 nights in port, with a strong focus on the Asian continent. This unforgettable four-month journey will allow passengers to sail three oceans, set foot on all five continents, and explore countless landscapes around the world, enjoying major cities and iconic landmarks.
This gem of a trip will take place aboard the MSC Poesia, an elegant ship that becomes the perfect place to explore the planet, thanks to its extensive entertainment offerings at any time of day for all ages, its 3 swimming pools, its exquisite MSC Aurea Spa, its 7 hydrotherapy spaces, its Stone Age and Dinosaur play area, a giant screen in the pool area and a wide variety of dining and bar options.
GREATER CRUISE CUSTOMIZATION AND NON-STOP ONBOARD LIFE
MSC for Me, the multi-channel digital program that allows passengers to interact with the ship and crew anytime, anywhere, will feature significant new additions on the MSC Grandiosa and MSC Virtuosa ships to tailor the cruise experience to each passenger's needs. New functionalities include the ability to book packages through the MSC for Me app and add them to your personal calendar, as well as the Friends and Family Locator and MSC for Me Chat, which help travelers stay connected with their fellow travelers. All of this is designed to save passengers valuable time so they can fully enjoy their vacation.
Both MSC For Me and ZOE, the first virtual cruise personal assistant capable of answering hundreds of questions in seven languages, will help passengers make the most of a non-stop entertainment offering: a multitude of restaurant options, including the standout Hola! Tapas Bar by Ramón Freixa, delightful cafes and chocolate shops, countless bars for socializing, shows, the exclusive Cirque du Soleil At Sea shows, a great entertainment program for all ages at any time of day, wellness areas for ultimate well-being, zip lines, water parks, recreation areas, parties, and more.
All of this makes MSC Cruises the ideal choice for a family vacation, since, in addition to the wide variety of activities for adults and children, MSC Cruises has several kids' clubs on board, with activities and facilities developed in collaboration with LEGO and Chicco, where children from two years old to teenagers will have a fantastic time. Furthermore, on MSC Cruises, children up to 11 years old travel free (subject to availability).
More information about the company, its fleet and itineraries can be found at www.msccruceros.es.
