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Beautiful. Passionate. Italian. This is the essence of an MSC Cruises vacation. The onboard experience combines gracious Italian hospitality and service with authentic Italian cuisine, refined décor, and superior entertainment onboard a fleet of new and classic vessels. The MSC Opera and the MSC Lirica will operate a variety of unique 11-N Caribbean and Panama itineraries in the winter 2006/2007 cruising season.

 
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Ship Passengers Built
 MSC Armonia MSC Armonia 2,200 2001
 MSC Lirica MSC Lirica 2,200 2003
 MSC Melody MSC Melody 1,250 1982
 MSC Musica MSC Musica 3,013 2006
 MSC Opera MSC Opera 2,260 2004
 MSC Orchestra MSC Orchestra 2,550 2007
 MSC Rhapsody MSC Rhapsody 934 1977
 MSC Sinfonia MSC Sinfonia 2,200 2002
Southern Africa
Bahamas
Baltic / Russia
Black Sea
British Isles / Ireland
Canary Island / North Africa
Caribbean
Central America
Western Europe
Eastern Mediterranean / Aegean
Western Mediterranean
Southeast Mediterranean
Mexico
Panama Canal
Red Sea / Suez Canal
Scandinavia / North Cape
South America
Transatlantic
 
 
Air/Sea Packages: YES
Ground Transfer Arrangements: YES
Shore Excursion Advance Bookings: NO
Minimum Age for Infant/Toddler Accompanied by Parent or Guardian: 3 months
Minimum Age Unaccompanied by an Adult: 21 years
Reduced Third/ Fourth Berth Rates: YES
Cancellation Penalty: Varies by sailing. Contact 1.800.666.9333 for details.
Single Supplement: 150% to 200%
Singles Program: NO
 
Credit Cards Honored:
MasterCard, Visa, American Express, Discover,
TV / Radio
In-Stateroom Movies
Private Safe
Direct Dial Phone
Hair Dryer
Minibar/Refrigerator
 
*some amenities may not be available on all ships or in all categories
 
Traditional Seating
Formal Nights
Specialty / Alternative Dining
Coffeehouse
24 - Hour Dining Options

Note: Special Dietary Needs on request, advance notice required.
 
Customary / Optional at End of Cruise
 
Reduced Family Rate
Family Cabins
Babysitting
Cribs
Games / Contests
Educational Programs / Classes
Organized Children's Parties
Children's Movies
Children's Playroom
Organized Age Specific Activities
Youth Counselors
Teen Counselors
Teen Center or Disco
 
Audio Visual Equipment
Computer Equipment
E-mail Access
Business Center Services
 
Aromatherapy
Body Wraps
Mud Therapy
Ionithermie Treatments
Reflexology
Thalassotherapy
Massage
Facials
Manicures / Pedicures
Steam Room/Sauna
Yoga/Pilates
Whirlpool
Group Fitness Classes
 
Putting Greens
Golf Simulator
Individual Golf Excursions Available
 
 
 
Wedding / Honeymoons
Wheelchair Accessible
Special Dietary Needs
Guest Lecturers / Educational Programs
 

 

MSC Cruises Payments and Refunds

To reserve your cabin and lock in the final price, you will be required to place a deposit on your cruise. After you have placed a deposit to secure your reservation, you will be asked to pay the remaining balance of your fare at the final payment due date.

Deposit and Final Payment

Cruise Length Deposit Amount Final Payment Due Date
4 to 9 days $250 per person 75 days prior to sailing
10 to 12 days $350 per person 75 days prior to sailing
14 to 18 days $500 per person 75 days prior to sailing


MSC Cruises accepts Visa, MasterCard, and American Express for all cruise payments.

Cancellations and Refunds
 
Days Prior To Sailing Date Cancellation Charge
76 days or more None
75 to 46 days Entire Deposit
45 to 16 days 50% of total fare
15 or less days 100% of total fare


Name changes and cruise date changes are considered reservation cancellations and are subject to the above cancellations charges. Reservations will be held until 30 minutes prior to departure without risk of automatic cancellation. Cruise lines do not refund in the event of "no shows," or interruption or cancellation by the guest after the start of the cruise. Please notify your MyGreatTrip.com cruise counselor immediately of any cancellations or changes. The above charges do not include cancellation or change fees which may be applied by air carriers, hotels and/or other independent service suppliers. The purchase of trip cancellation insurance is strongly recommended. For more information on insurance, click here.

Timetables and rates are subject to change, and exceptions may apply for holiday sailings. Deposit, payment and cancellation terms differ for group bookings; please confirm payment and cancellation policies with your MyGreatTrip.com cruise counselor. Changes to names or departure dates are subject to the cruise lines' discretion and may incur cancellation penalties.

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