MSC Booking Category Breakdown
Not all cruise lines are created equal and every line has their own way to catagorize amenities on their ships. MSC Cruise Line has made this easy by breaking it down by experiences! I’m going to briefly break these down for you to help plan your ultimate sailing with MSC Cruise Line.
MSC Cruise Line includes 5 different experiences to fit your travel needs. For those looking for the basics of cruising, the Bella would be your “go-to” but for those looking for the ultimate in relaxation and inclusions, then your butler from the MSC Yacht Club is calling your name.
Bella Experience:
Designed to ensure a pleasant stay on board!
This is considered their “Good” deal.
It’s available with interior, oceanview and balcony staterooms.
Room service with a fee
Preference of stateroom (subject to availability)
Selection of a dinner seating preference (subject to availability and reconfirmation on board)
Earn MSC Voyagers Club points
Fantastica Experience:
Designed for even greater comfort and flexibility!
This is considered their “Better” deal.
It’s available with interior, oceanview and balcony staterooms.
Includes the Bella experience and:
24-hour room service (delivery fee from 11pm-6am)
Breakfast in your stateroom
Fantastica Drink Package: 12 beverage vouchers per person (Can be used in bars, restaurants and buffet and includes wine by the glass, non premium spirits and cocktails, soft drinks, mineral water and hot drinks. Child version without alcohol.)
50% discount on fitness classes and personal trainer (subject to availability / for adult only)
Kids foreign language learning games and Master Chef cooking sessions with our onboard staff (subject to availability)
Opportunity to choose among the best staterooms available
Priority in choice of dinner seating
Choice between Classic or Flexi Dining Style with a preferred seating or time slot
Wellness Experience:
Designed to give you wellness and fitness perfect for the cruiser who doesn't want to leave their healthy lifestyle at the port!
24-hour room service (delivery fee from 11pm-6am)
1 sports drink per day in the stateroom minibar
Special selection of fresh, healthy food and drink options available in restaurants and buffet
Kids foreign language learning games and Master Chef cooking sessions with our onboard staff (subject to availability)
Personalized Wellness program, with 1 gym class per day (every other day on cruises longer than 7 nights), excluding embarkation and disembarkation day
Exclusive wellness shore excursions (details may vary and number of included shore activities depend on the length of the cruise)
Wellness Welcome Kit with t-shirt + shorts + sports towel + Technogym Wellness Key
Health check-up with the MSC Medical Staff
One-on-one analyzer test with your personal trainer
Laundry service for all your gym clothes
Free Internet access only to the Technogym App
1 souvenir photo
Aurea Experience:
Designed to offer reinvigorating, all-inclusive comfort!
This is considered their “Best” deal.
It’s available with balcony and suite staterooms.
Includes the Fantastica Experience and:
Unlimited drinks including specialty coffee, wine, beer, cocktails, soft drinks, and ice cream/gelato 24-hours a day (Valid for non-premium alcohol)
Well-being package including: one massage of your choice from the SPA menu, tanning booth, SPA welcome cocktail, access to Thermal Area throughout cruise (for adults only)
MED by MSC room diffuser (100ml)
Relaxation amenities in each stateroom (including bathrobe and slippers)
Free access to the exclusive sun deck to enjoy the sun in complete tranquility
MSC Yacht Club:
The Perfect all-inclusive VIP club level at sea!
This is considered to be “Priceless”
It’s available with suite staterooms in the Yacht Club.
Includes the Aurea Experience and:
All-inclusive meals in the private MSC Yacht Club restaurant
Unlimited drinks in all MSC Yacht Club areas, all bars and restaurants of the ship, and the mini-bar in your stateroom
Lavishly fitted suites with ergonomic mattresses, fine sheets, pillow menu, marble bathroom, plasma TV, ample mini-bar
Butler service available 24 hours
Free Thermal Suite access and direct private elevator to the MSC Aurea Spa
Dedicated priority boarding, check-in and check-out and dedicated concierge 24 hours a day
Entry to exclusive areas “The One Sun Deck” and “Top Sail Lounge”
Freely select dining time at the exclusive Yacht Club Restaurant
MSC truly provides a guest tailored experience for any budget. Just decide on the perfect experience for you and your family and you'll have the vacation of a lifetime.
Sheena Moberg is an independent contractor for Fairytale Adventures Travel Agency. Sheena specializes in family vacations to Disney, Universal, Cruises, and Sandals. You can reach Sheena at Sheena@Fairytaleadv.com or on her Facbook page Sheena Moberg- Destination Specialist.
