Commissioned in 2012, MSC Divina offers its guests the elegance and glamor of the golden cruise era, combined with modern amenities and environmental friendliness. The ship was last renovated in 2016. The MSC Divina offers space and fun for approx. 3502 passengers at 333.30 meters in length. It is one of currently six ships with an exclusive MSC Yacht Club area. The visual design of the public areas is modern, colorful and often sumptuous. The style of De Jorio Design International is particularly evident in the Italian-style piazza and the Broadway-sized theater. All guests are thrilled from the imposing Swarovski staircase.
The MSC Splendida was commissioned in 2009 as the sister ship of the MSC Fantasia and is one of the larger ships of MSC cruises. At 333.30 meters in length, it offers space for 3,247 passengers (with double occupancy). It is one of six vessels in the fleet with an exclusive MSC Yacht Club area. Design and furnishings, designed by the Italian De Jorio Design Studio, are elegant. Nevertheless, the MSC Splendida differs from her similarly designed sister ship. Among the highlights of the ship are the precious Swarovski staircase in the foyer, the Aqua Park with indoor and outdoor pool and over 150 fountains and the popular children’s paradise..
Commissioned in 2008, MSC Fantasia is a modern ship with an unforced atmosphere. It was the first ship of the Fantasia type and got redecorated frequently. MSC Fantasia offers space for 4,000 passengers at a length of approx. 333 metres and has diversion for the whole family. It has the luxurious Yacht Club area and the staterooms and public areas are colourful designed. MSC Fantasia was the first ship ever that had a staircase with Swarovski crystals in its steps. The glass roof offers you a great opportunity to admire the starry sky at night.
The MSC Magnifica is the youngest ship in the Musica series of MSC cruises. In 2010, the ship was put into service and last renovated in 2014. The MSC Magnifica offers space for 2,518 passengers (with double occupancy) at 293.80 meters, which on board will find fun and variety for the whole family. The public areas and cabins are designed modern and colorful. The MSC Magnifica lives up to its Italian name that means magnificent or glorious.
The Orchestra was commissioned in May 2007 and belongs to the Musica-class of MSC cruises. With a length of 293.80 meters, it can accommodate 2,550 passengers (with double occupancy). The majestic ship offers a variety of entertainment, leisure activities and stylish relaxation areas on an area of 22,000 m². The public areas are colorful and tastefully decorated, the cabins are more classical with colorful accents. The exclusive décor combines elegance and innovation with traditional elements. Regular modernization ensures that you feel comfortable on board the MSC Orchestra.
The MSC Musica belongs to the same named Musica class of MSC cruises and was put into service in July 2006. It was last renovated in 2016. At 293.80 meters, the MSC Musica offers space for 2,550 passengers (with 2-person occupancy of the cabins) and fun and variety for the whole family. The heart of this elegant ship is the three-level waterfall in the foyer. Due to the elegance of the ship is not surprising that Sophia Loren is its godmother.
The MSC Poesia, a Musica-class ship, entered service in April 2008. The MSC Poesia offers At 293.80 length the ship can accommodate 2,550 passengers (with double occupancy). Admire the spectacular waterfall in the foyer of MSC Poesia and enjoy a soothing break in the Zen Garden. The public areas are modern, colorful and pompous. The cabins are more classic, but also decorated with colorful accents.
The MSC Lirica is a comfortable casual vessel that entered service in 2003. The length is 251.25 meters, which makes the ship one of the smaller ships of the fleet and can accommodate up to 1984 passengers (with double occupancy). The common areas and cabins are classically decorated with colorful accents. The ship was renovated in 2015 as part of the “Renaissance Program” extended by 24 meters and expanded by nearly 200 additional cabins. In addition, the range of spa services has been expanded: The ships offer an enlarged MSC Aurea Spa with more massage suites, a newly designed spa area and a spa doctor for tailor-made health and beauty treatments. In addition, an outdoor water park was created.
The MSC Opera, a Lirica-class vessel, entered service in 2004 and underwent a major renaissance program in the summer of 2015. At 274.9 meters in length, it can accommodate 2150 passengers (with double occupancy). The public areas are colorful and tastefully decorated. The cabins are more classic with colorful accents. Since the last modernization, the ship has 197 new cabins, additional spacious public areas and new, flexible restaurant offerings. The ship was also equipped with a modern water park and new children’s areas.
Staterooms
The cabins are comfortably furnished and have a bathroom with shower and toilet, a minibar, TV, telephone and safe. The inside and outside cabins offer about 13 square meters, the balcony cabins already 15 square meters of space. The suites measure 27 square meters and are equipped with a bathtub instead of a shower.
Atmosphere Onboard
On board the MSC Opera, it’s like landing in a modern and well-kept holiday hotel: Good food, a wide range of sports, comfortable cabins and many entertainment options. Even ig the atmosphere on board is relaxed and casual, festive wear is recommended on two evenings a week. Alternatively, you can also visit the buffet restaurant on these evenings where no formal clothings are recommended.
Food and Beverages
MSC Cruises is an Italian cruise line, which also influences the cuisine on board. In the main restaurants two meal times are usual. Overall, the kitchen is good and tasty. The MSC Opera has two great restaurants, La Caravella and L’Approdo as well as an open-air restaurant, the Il Patio. For a quick lunch, the cafeteria La Vele is recommended. Since the refurbishment the buffet is open 20 hours a day.
Sports, Wellness and Entertainment
On board there are many ways to spend your days. Guests seeking for active challenges or relaxation are in good hands in the large fitness and spa area with whirlpools, steam bath and much more. During the last modernization, the ship was equipped with an interactive water park for children and other children’s areas were modernized in cooperation with the brands Chicco and LEGO. So even the little ones will have an unforgettable time on board. For those who like to dance and celebrate there is a disco on board where they can dance the night away.
The European-Italian atmosphere makes the MSC Opera a lively and cheerful ship. But there are also quiet corners and places to relax on board. Also cruise newcomers feel very well on this ship. The price-performance ratio is good.
MSC Sinfonia was put into service in 2005 and has been refurbished in 2015. It is a modern European cruise ship accommodating up to 1,566 passengers. This ship is also suitable for younger and active guests, as well as for families. Cruises at the standard of a good hotel in combination with a laid-back atmosphere and a good value for money: That is what you find on board the MSC vessels.
