http://www.msccruises.com/gl_en/About-MSC-Cruises/News/Overview.aspx MSC Cruises Corporate Website News Tue, 09 Mar 2010 10:19:00 GMT http://www.msccruises.com/gl_en/About-MSC-Cruises/News/Michelin-Award-Chef-Paul-Rankin.aspx One of the UK’s most popular chefs, Paul Rankin won Northern Ireland’s first Michelin Star, whilst his trailblazing Cayenne in Belfast is among the country’s top restaurants. A regular on TV shows such as Ready Steady Cook and Ten Mile Menu and the writer of numerous best-selling books, Paul is also a passionate supporter of local produce, so much so that in 2002 he launched The Rankin Selection, a range of traditional foods now stocked in supermarkets throughout the UK. Wed, 25 Jan 2012 14:39:00 GMT http://www.msccruises.com/gl_en/About-MSC-Cruises/News/Experience-Arabian-Cruise.aspx MSC Cruises recent addition of Abu Dhabi and the Emirates as a new destination has brought holidaymakers a truly special experience of this extraordinary region’s rich tradition and vibrant modernity. That’s because its new cruises are the latest expression of an MSC tradition that brings every cruise an authentic local flavour, from the elegance of Europe to the brio of Brazil and the charisma of the Caribbean…. With leisurely calls at Khasab, Muscat and Al Fujairah, you’ll be enthralled by a world of spectacular contrasts, from the beauties of nature and the desert, centuries-old traditions and ancient monuments, to futuristic cities offering an entertainment and shopping experience that’s thrillingly unique…. Fri, 30 Dec 2011 09:20:00 GMT http://www.msccruises.com/gl_en/About-MSC-Cruises/News/MSC-Cruises-Top-Awards-2011.aspx A steady stream of prestigious international awards won by MSC Cruises’s in 2011 continues to enhance the cruise ship company’s status as a global market leader committed to excellence. The awards, which span a range of categories from best cruise line to best on board international experience, Spa, family friendly policies and most luxurious cabins, come with the vote of approval from guests, the media and the most discerning of critics in the industry. ““It gives us great pleasure to end 2011 on such a high note. These awards re-affirm the highest standards of excellence and attention to detail that we take so much pride in delivering aboard our fleet of 11 luxury ships to ensure our guests the finest of holidays and a life time of memories,” said Mr Pierfrancesco Vago, CEO MSC Cruises. Tue, 27 Dec 2011 15:27:00 GMT http://www.msccruises.com/gl_en/About-MSC-Cruises/News/Agreement-MSC-Cruises-Gsa-Pac-Group-Moscow.aspx MSC Cruises, the fourth largest cruise line company in the world and market leader in the Mediterranean, South Africa and Brazil, has announced that PAC Group will officially become the company’s new General Sales Agent (GSA) for Russia, Belorussia, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan and Turkmenistan with effect from 1 January 2012. The head office of PAC Group is based in Moscow. The announcement was made by Alfredo Spadon, MSC Cruises Corporate Commercial Manager Emerging Markets, at a press conference held at the Hotel National in Moscow this morning and attended by leading local dignitaries, civic authorities, influential members of trade, industry, civil society and the media Wed, 14 Dec 2011 12:00:00 GMT http://www.msccruises.com/gl_en/About-MSC-Cruises/News/MSC-Yacht-Club-Aboard-MSC-Divina.aspx The trend-setting concept of the MSC Yacht Club, specially designed as a distinguished sanctuary for guests seeking peace, privacy and exclusivity but with entrée to all that large cruise ships offer, has added a new dimension in luxury to the MSC Cruises fleet of ultra-modern ships. The multi-award winning concept has been taken to even greater heights in the build of the newest ship in the class, MSC Divina, to be christened in May 2012. (…) It will bring to three the number of top of the range MSC Yacht Club featured ships cruising year round in the Mediterranean Sea. We developed this distinctive concept to reflect the luxury of sailing in an authentic private club environment in which members can be pampered in every way, yet have the freedom to enjoy the myriad facilities, fun and exciting razzmatazz that our large cruise ships are famous for,” said Ms Barbara Muckermann, Chief Marketing Officer of MSC Cruises. Fri, 09 Dec 2011 12:00:00 GMT http://www.msccruises.com/gl_en/About-MSC-Cruises/News/MSC-Chef-Cruise-Mauro-Uliassi.aspx November 29, 2011 - MSC Cruises Facebook fans are being offered a unique opportunity to win a gastronomical cruise aboard MSC Splendida with Italian celebrity chef Mauro Uliassi by simply creating and submitting a winning first course dish in an on-line competition starting tomorrow (30 November). The winner of the “Create your first MSC dish” Facebook competition will cruise the Mediterranean from 7 – 14 January 2012 and enjoy ports of call in Spain, Malta, Tunisia and France while being entertained with fine cuisine demonstrations by Uliassi, famously known as the chef from Le Marche. Tue, 29 Nov 2011 12:00:00 GMT http://www.msccruises.com/gl_en/About-MSC-Cruises/News/MSC-Sinfonia-Cruises-Summer-South-Africa-2012.aspx The magnificent MSC Sinfonia is back in South Africa with her first port of call in Cape Town on Tuesday 8 November marking the opening of a new summer cruise season in the region. (…) MSC Cruises celebrated the ship’s arrival by hosting an onboard fund raiser cocktail party in support of the Building Blocks Children’s Homes for abused and abandoned babies in Cape Town. The organisation, which has homes in Pinelands and Observatory, works in conjunction with local authorities and serves as a refuge for the children by keeping them safe and providing a loving home environment. (…) MSC Sinfonia will once again operate a full schedule of the popular three and four-night cruises to Mozambique with stops in the bustling capital city of Maputo and the trendy water sport resorts of Barra Lodge, Inhambane, and Portuguese Island. The ship will also offer three four-night cruises to the idyllic tropical island dream destination of Bazaruto after an absence of 2 years. Fri, 11 Nov 2011 12:00:00 GMT http://www.msccruises.com/gl_en/About-MSC-Cruises/News/Diet-Cruise-Pierre-Dukan.aspx MSC Cruises is launching a ‘diet themed cruise’ in January next year with French weight loss guru Dr Pierre Dukan giving guests the rare opportunity to shed kilos, tone up and tan during a mid-winter holiday in the Mediterranean sea. (…) A team of expert nutritionists, dieticians and a specialist physician trained in the Dukan Method will be onboard to give professional advice and care throughout the cruise which departs Genoa, Italy, on 30 January and returns on 10 February. (…) Guests will receive a Diet Kit and undergo a personal health assessment at the start of the cruise before being advised on individual diet and sports training programmes. They will also be invited to daily workshops on procedures and technical aspects of losing weight, culinary demonstrations, cooking lessons and themed conferences. Mon, 07 Nov 2011 12:00:00 GMT http://www.msccruises.com/gl_en/About-MSC-Cruises/News/MSC-Lirica-Abu-Dhabi.aspx October 30, 2011 - Abu Dhabi has reached a new milestone in its cruise tourism development with the arrival at Mina Zayed’s new temporary cruise terminal of the luxury MSC Lirica cruise ship – the first to home port in the UAE capital. The 59,000 ton MSC Lirica arrived last night from Genoa, Italy. The liner, her passengers and crew, were given a warm Abu Dhabi welcome with a spectacular fireworks display before disembarking to the cruise terminal where displays of henna design, falconry and calligraphy as well as traditional Yolla and Ayallah dancing awaited. MSC Lirica will set sail tomorrow on the first of 19, eight night/seven day itineraries for the 2011/2012 season cruising around Abu Dhabi and the Emirates calling at Muscat, Al Fujairah, Khasab in Oman and Dubai with 95 calls and rotations. Onboard for her maiden Gulf sailing, passengers will be staying in the liner’s 780 cabins. Today a special ceremony was staged at the cruise terminal to officially welcome MSC Lirica ‘home.’ The ceremony was attended by HH Sheikh Sultan Bin Tahnoon Al Nahyan, Chairman, Abu Dhabi Tourism Authority (ADTA), His Excellency Mubarak Al Muhairi, Director General, ADTA, Pierfrancesco Vago, Chief Executive Officer, MSC Cruises, with world championship star and former Captain of the Italy National Football team Fabio Cannavaro attending as MSC Cruises’ guest of honour. Fri, 28 Oct 2011 12:00:00 GMT http://www.msccruises.com/gl_en/About-MSC-Cruises/News/MSC-Festive-Season-Cruise-Celebrations.aspx MSC Cruises has fast become the festive season favourite of countless cruise goers worldwide. The reason is simple - an exceptional choice that means whatever your age and tastes you can be sure to find the perfect combination to see out the year living your dreams in style. First there is an exceptional array of 11 superb cruises to choose from, pampering you for from 5 to 6, 7, 8, 9, 10 or 11 nights away in the most enticing parts of the world, from the glories of the Med in winter to South Africa, South America and the Caribbean, plus varied new destinations in Abu Dhabi and the Emirates. (…) Then there’s the choice of food and fine wines, with six-courses of gourmet dishes that reinterpret Christmas and New Year classics to surprise and delight vegetarians and omnivores alike. (…) MSC’s festive cruise guests will enter a magical world of celebration, with each luxurious ship decked out for the occasion with traditional trees and decorations, forming the perfect setting for Santa Claus gifts for the little ones, carol singing, choirs, midnight mass in the theatre, a Santa Claus contest, live music in the bars and lounges, plus disco beats until the early hours. Mon, 17 Oct 2011 12:00:00 GMT http://www.msccruises.com/gl_en/About-MSC-Cruises/News/MSC-Chef-Cruise-Paco-Roncero.aspx An online tapas competition, that went live on the MSC Cruises Spain Facebook page today and will officially start next 14 October, is causing a virtual frenzy as cyber friends vie to create a winning recipe that will secure them a berth for two aboard the luxurious MSC Fantasia’s first ever celebrity chef cruise next month. The reason for so much excitement is that Spain’s two-time Michelin Star winning chef Paco Roncero, considered a national hero by local foodies, will be onboard to treat guests to a feast of fine Spanish cuisine, during the 12-day/11-night gourmet cruise starting from Barcelona (Spain) on November 28. Tue, 11 Oct 2011 12:00:00 GMT http://www.msccruises.com/gl_en/About-MSC-Cruises/News/MSC-Cruises-With-Unicef.aspx MSC Cruises is proud to announce that a grand total of 1 million euros has been collected so far for the Get on Board for Children initiative in support of a project promoting quality education development in Brazil. The initiative, which relies on donations generously made by guests cruising aboard all 11 passenger liners in the MSC Cruises’ fleet, was introduced in 2009 as part of a three-year partnership agreement with UNICEF and the UNICEF Urban Platform Initiative project in Brazil. The project aims to help address the structural and social inequalities in 94 favelas in Rio de Janeiro, São Paulo and Itaquaquecetuba. Mon, 03 Oct 2011 12:00:00 GMT http://www.msccruises.com/gl_en/About-MSC-Cruises/News/Genoa-Shining-Port.aspx MSC Cruises has praised the city of Genoa for their initiative and foresight in upgrading its port facilities through a 13-million euro investment programme that focused on the dredging, extension and enlarging of quay 1012 in the historical maritime station, Ponte dei Mille, famously known as the point from which all ocean liners started their transatlantic voyages to America over a century ago. Thu, 29 Sep 2011 12:00:00 GMT http://www.msccruises.com/gl_en/About-MSC-Cruises/News/First-Woman-Butlers-On-MSC-Yacht-Club.aspx MSC has joined the ranks of those innovating this most unchanging of professions - led by none other than HM Queen Elizabeth II - and recruited its first women butlers to enhance the MSC Yacht Club staff. Fully trained and impeccably attired in traditional livery, their introduction has delighted guests and proven a tremendous success. Fri, 16 Sep 2011 12:00:00 GMT http://www.msccruises.com/gl_en/About-MSC-Cruises/News/Programme-Food-Wine-Cruises.aspx Fancy getting an education – and enjoying a fantastic holiday at the same time? Whether you are already a gourmet connoisseur or simply looking for an introduction to the world of fine food and wine, MSC's ever popular theme cruises offer a real voyage of discovery. Wed, 07 Sep 2011 12:00:00 GMT http://www.msccruises.com/gl_en/About-MSC-Cruises/News/MSC-Divina-Countdown-Christening-May-2012.aspx “MSC Divina, the third and latest addition to the MSC Cruises’ flagship Fantasia class, was ceremoniously floated out of dry dock B of the STX Europe ship yard in Saint-Nazaire, France on Saturday 3 September and transferred to dock C for final fitting and furnishing ahead of her christening in May next year. Representing a major milestone in the mammoth build of the new 140 000 ton, 4, 345 passenger cruise ship, the occasion was witnessed by a select group of guests who gathered to applaud the ship which will become the 12th and most magnificent of the MSC Cruses fleet. Mon, 05 Sep 2011 12:00:00 GMT http://www.msccruises.com/gl_en/About-MSC-Cruises/News/Free-Gaming-Lessons-Casinos.aspx Guests need take no chances with Lady Luck following the latest offer of free gaming lessons of black jack, poker, roulette and dice in the sumptuous casinos of the MSC Cruises’ fleet. At least twice a cruise, depending on the ships and itineraries, 15-minute gaming lessons will be available to guests at the casino in a quiet and relaxed atmosphere before the frenetic exhilaration of the casino opening. Tue, 30 Aug 2011 12:00:00 GMT http://www.msccruises.com/gl_en/About-MSC-Cruises/News/MSC.Smart-Deals.aspx “4, 3, 2… The countdown has begun. Escape the fog, wind and September rains and indulge yourself by going on a relaxing cruise in the glorious sun drenched waters of the Mediterranean with the new ‘MSC Smart Deals”’, a limited promotion that will last only 4 days”. Fri, 26 Aug 2011 12:00:00 GMT http://www.msccruises.com/gl_en/About-MSC-Cruises/News/Zen-And-Relaxation-Areas-On-MSC-Cruises-Flagships.aspx Taking advantage of a deck plan that is flexible enough to respond to evolving requirements, MSC Cruises is announcing a change to two relaxation areas on its flagship vessels, MSC Fantasia and MSC Splendida Wed, 10 Aug 2011 12:00:00 GMT http://www.msccruises.com/gl_en/About-MSC-Cruises/News/Happy-Families.aspx MSC Cruises is delighted to announce a carefully compiled action-packed programme of shore excursions for summer 2011, sure to satisfy the whole family, together with two super new promotions on great family days out. All around the Mediterranean, from Genoa to Malaga, families travelling with MSC benefit from great value on child-friendly destinations designed to delight kids of all ages - and please parents, too. Fri, 29 Jul 2011 12:00:00 GMT http://www.msccruises.com/gl_en/About-MSC-Cruises/News/Celebrity-Chefs.aspx Starting this winter, MSC Cruises will be bringing its guests the additional pleasures and insights of world-class cuisine prepared to perfection by specially-invited celebrity chefs from Spain, Italy, France, the United Kingdom and Germany. You can choose from five delicious cruises, each designed to provide a true gourmet voyage of discovery, beginning with MSC Fantasia on 27 November 2011, continuing with MSC Splendida on January and February 2012 and finishing with MSC Lirica in June. Mon, 25 Jul 2011 12:00:00 GMT http://www.msccruises.com/gl_en/About-MSC-Cruises/News/New-Cruise-Itineraries-Abu-Dhabi-And-Emirates.aspx With the introduction of Abu Dhabi and the Emirates as a new destination for the 2011-2012 winter season, and the prospect of a vast array of fascinating shore excursions, MSC Cruises has created a unique opportunity for guests to experience the very best of this enchanting region. Thu, 21 Jul 2011 12:00:00 GMT http://www.msccruises.com/gl_en/About-MSC-Cruises/News/MSC-Cruises-Sponsors-SSC-Napoli-for-2011-2012-Season.aspx Today MSC Cruises signed a sponsorship agreement with Naples’ world-famous football club S.S.C. Napoli S.p.A., known simply as Napoli. MSC Cruises CEO Pierfrancesco Vago and President of Napoli Aurelio De Laurentiis met for the occasion on board MSC Splendida, docked in the port of Naples, where Napoli also presented another star to join its ranks: midfielder Gokhan Inler. Mon, 11 Jul 2011 13:50:00 GMT http://www.msccruises.com/gl_en/About-MSC-Cruises/News/Med-by-MSC-Fragrance.aspx MED by MSC scent implemented across the fleet. One of the main objectives of an MSC Cruises is to leave guests feeling invigorated across all their senses – delighted with what they’ve seen, touched, heard and tasted. Fri, 08 Jul 2011 17:30:00 GMT http://www.msccruises.com/gl_en/About-MSC-Cruises/News/MSC-Cruises-Diners-More-Choice.aspx With every passing season, Italian cruise leader MSC has increasingly come into its own, making its mark in every area of the cruise experience. Complementing the elegant dining experience of MSC’s waiter service and specialty restaurants, guests can now dip into lighter, casual dining at their leisure, with the buffet restaurants introducing an evening service with no fixed sitting times. Thu, 28 Apr 2011 12:00:00 GMT http://www.msccruises.com/gl_en/About-MSC-Cruises/News/MSC-Founder-Seatrade-Personality-2011-Award.aspx Gianluigi Aponte recognised for outstanding contribution to shipping. On the evening of Monday 4 March, in the magnificent setting of London’s Guildhall, Her Royal Highness The Princess Royal presented MSC Group owner and president Mr Gianluigi Aponte with the Seatrade Personality 2011 Award for his remarkable achievements in international shipping over the last 40 years. Mon, 04 Apr 2011 19:45:00 GMT http://www.msccruises.com/gl_en/About-MSC-Cruises/News/Seatrade-Cruise-Shipping-Miami.aspx MSC Cruises’ Barbara Muckermann Chief Marketing Officer discusses Recent Trends in Luxury Cruising. Are we entering a new era in luxury cruising? MSC Cruises’ Chief Marketing Officer, Barbara Muckermann, served on the Luxury at Sea panel representing MSC Cruises’ newest product, MSC Yacht Club. Wed, 16 Mar 2011 10:43:00 GMT http://www.msccruises.com/gl_en/About-MSC-Cruises/News/MSC-Seatrade-Cruise-Shipping-Convention.aspx MSC Cruises CEO Pierfrancesco Vago brings a European perspective to Seatrade Miami. The announcement that North American cruise liners would move to European waters this summer confirmed that “the Old World is now becoming the New World” of cruising, Mr Pierfrancesco Vago, CEO of MSC Cruises said to the annual Seatrade Cruise Shipping Convention in Miami today. Tue, 15 Mar 2011 18:19:00 GMT http://www.msccruises.com/gl_en/About-MSC-Cruises/News/MSC-Quality-Ethical-Foods.aspx Fresh homemade pastas and ethical fish for MSC lovers of haute-cuisine. Fine cuisine using only the best quality ingredients and an ethical approach to fish and other gastronomical delights is the proud standard by which MSC Cruises is known. Mon, 28 Feb 2011 15:52:00 GMT http://www.msccruises.com/gl_en/About-MSC-Cruises/News/MSC-Excursions-Venice-Carnival.aspx MSC guests celebrate Carnival in style with privileged access to St. Mark’s Square. Venice is a truly magical city, a wonder of the world that attracts visitors in their millions all year round. See it at Carnival time and you experience it at its most magical, feeling the full glory of its history come unforgettably to life, thronging through streets and canals with all the colour and energy of its masked revellers. Thu, 24 Feb 2011 17:54:00 GMT http://www.msccruises.com/gl_en/About-MSC-Cruises/News/MSC-Cruises-Partnership-AC-Milan.aspx Cruise ship market leaders MSC Cruises, today announced a major three year partnership agreement with AC Milan Football Club, one of the world’s most successful soccer teams. Thu, 17 Feb 2011 17:04:00 GMT http://www.msccruises.com/gl_en/About-MSC-Cruises/News/MSC-Divina-Eco-Ship.aspx MSC Divina, the newest ship in MSC’s flagship Fantasia class, is currently being built in the STX Europe shipyards in France, scheduled for launch in May 2012, and yet the Italian family-owned cruise company now already has independent confirmation she is going to be a green paragon. Mon, 24 Jan 2011 10:18:00 GMT http://www.msccruises.com/gl_en/About-MSC-Cruises/News/MSC-Valentine-Cruises.aspx From dreamy Valentine décor to divine dining à deux, travel with MSC Cruises on and around February 14th and you’ll fall head-over-heels with the magical atmosphere onboard. Thu, 13 Jan 2011 14:42:00 GMT http://www.msccruises.com/gl_en/About-MSC-Cruises/News/MSC-Anniversary.aspx Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC) will be using the occasion of its glamorous and dazzling Christmas party this Saturday, 11 December 2010, to start celebrating 40 years of highly successful global trading. Sun, 12 Dec 2010 18:06:00 GMT http://www.msccruises.com/gl_en/About-MSC-Cruises/News/MSC-Divina-Coin-Ceremony.aspx Marseille will host the christening of the new ship in May 2012 In a time-honored maritime tradition, a ceremony was held this morning at the STX Europe shipyard in Saint-Nazaire, France, during which two commemorative coins were welded to the ship's keel to mark a significant construction milestone. Thu, 04 Nov 2010 15:39:00 GMT http://www.msccruises.com/gl_en/About-MSC-Cruises/News/MSC-Abu-Dhabi-Home-Port-2011.aspx Abu Dhabi’s ambition to become an international cruise hub has received a significant boost, following the signing, between Abu Dhabi Tourism Authority (ADTA) and MSC Cruises of a landmark co-operation agreement that will see one of the world’s fastest growing cruise operator deploy one of its top vessels to the UAE capital on a homeport basis from October 2011. Mon, 25 Oct 2010 15:19:00 GMT http://www.msccruises.com/gl_en/About-MSC-Cruises/News/MSC-RSC-Awards-2010.aspx MSC Cruises initiated the unique Get on board for children project in 2009 to support an innovative UNICEF initiative aimed at providing disadvantaged children in Brazil with a quality education. The three-year project was recently recognized in Argentina by the RSC Awards 2010 (Corporate Social Responsibility Awards 2010) with special recognition in the ‘Company’ category. Mon, 18 Oct 2010 14:50:00 GMT http://www.msccruises.com/gl_en/About-MSC-Cruises/News/MSC-Lirica-Four-International-Master-Chefs.aspx Combining the best chefs with the finest ingredients, MSC Cruises has always offered the ultimate in fine-dining at sea. Now they have excelled again with a special cruise on MSC Lirica. Guests who embark on this luxury liner in Genoa on the 1st November are due a treat. Not just because they are traveling on a fantastic 21-day voyage across the Atlantic and down the exotic coast of South America calling at Marseille, Barcelona, Cadiz, Casablanca, Arecife, Santa Cruz, Recife, Salvador, Buzios and Rio de Janeiro before finally arriving in Buenos Aires on 22nd November. But because they will be able to enjoy a journey of discovery too. Mon, 11 Oct 2010 11:50:00 GMT http://www.msccruises.com/gl_en/About-MSC-Cruises/News/MSC-Poesia-Perfect-Score-Maiden-Call-Quebec.aspx Health Canada recognises MSC Poesia’s outstanding state of sanitation. Health Canada made a surprise inspection of MSC Poesia during her recent maiden-call in Quebec, on 27th September, where she received a perfect score of 100 after the rigorous examination during her inaugural sanitation inspection in Canada. Wed, 06 Oct 2010 15:14:00 GMT http://www.msccruises.com/gl_en/About-MSC-Cruises/News/MSC-New-Tv-Campaign.aspx Sophia Loren and MSC staff star in welcoming family affair with typically Italian flair. Italian family-owned multinational MSC Cruises is launching a new TV advertising campaign starring 46 members of staff and their families. They join together in a cruise setting to spell out the message that MSC sets itself apart with a unique experience built on superb facilities, friendly service and exceptional attention to detail. Sun, 03 Oct 2010 15:54:00 GMT http://www.msccruises.com/gl_en/About-MSC-Cruises/News/Abu-Dhabi-New-Winter-Routes-2011-2012.aspx United Arab Emirates as a new destination : the elegant MSC Lirica will be based in Abu Dhabi and Dubai for her busy 2011-2012 winter season. The itinerary includes a full schedule of nineteen 8 day-7 night cruises from Abu Dhabi, with departures every Sunday from October 30th through to March 4th 2012 and from Dubai, with departures every Friday, from October 28th to March 9th 2012 Mon, 27 Sep 2010 15:37:00 GMT http://www.msccruises.com/gl_en/About-MSC-Cruises/News/MSC-2010-Magellan-Awards.aspx MSC Cruises has been recognized with three prestigious 2010 Magellan Awards from Travel Weekly, a leading travel industry publication, earning recognition in the contemporary ship design, suite design and promotional video category Thu, 16 Sep 2010 12:30:00 GMT http://www.msccruises.com/gl_en/About-MSC-Cruises/News/MSC-Dance-Stars.aspx Cruise leader MSC Cruises isn’t just renowned for spacious ships with sumptuous designer interiors, superb cuisine and friendly Italian service. It’s equally famous for its creative themed cruises. From Chess and Card Games to Arts and Crafts, Food and Wine, Dance, Wellbeing and Beauty, there’s a choice for everyone to combine their personal passion with a voyage of relaxation, entertainment and discovery. Tue, 24 Aug 2010 12:05:00 GMT http://www.msccruises.com/gl_en/About-MSC-Cruises/News/MSC-European-Style.aspx MSC Cruises is delighted to announce a range of completely new cruise itineraries for the season 2010 - 2011 to Canada and New England. Sailing on MSC Poesia, which offers elegance, refined luxury and the very latest in eco-technology to safeguard the environment, MSC presents the very best of Canada and New England. Thu, 12 Aug 2010 14:36:00 GMT http://www.msccruises.com/gl_en/About-MSC-Cruises/News/MSC-Telecom-Italia.aspx Geneva, (August 9th, 2010) — MSC Cruises announces the signature of a three year full fleet contract with Telecom Italia, the Italian leading telecommunication company, to provide onboard GSM, GPRS and CDMA connectivity. This agreement covers the eleven vessels of MSC Cruises’ fleet. This collaboration with Telecom Italia takes MSC Cruises’ technological development to the next level. MSC Cruises pays great attention to details and is proud to offer a product Made in Italy, carefully managed from A to Z, which requires a tight cooperation with the utmost service providers. Mon, 09 Aug 2010 13:08:00 GMT http://www.msccruises.com/gl_en/About-MSC-Cruises/News/MSC-Fantastica.aspx MSC Cruises and STX France announced today, Friday 23rd of July, the conclusion of the legal process that finalizes the order of MSC Fantastica, a new ‘Fantasia’ class cruise ship (technically called U32), and the 12th in the MSC Cruises fleet. Following a press conference in St-Nazaire this morning, French President Nicolas Sarkozy visited the STX France ship yards together with Mr Gianluigi Aponte, President of MSC, Mr Piefrancesco Vago MSC Cruises CEO and Mr Hardeley, General Manager of STX France. The official delegation also included Christine Lagarde, French Minister of Economic Affairs and Christian Estrosi, Minister of Industry. Wed, 28 Jul 2010 16:12:00 GMT http://www.msccruises.com/gl_en/About-MSC-Cruises/News/MSC-Magnifica-guest-in-a-shell.aspx This is the story of Isabel, the green sea turtle, and a heart-warming story it is - especially considering 2010 is the International Year of Biodiversity. Rescued by the famous oceanographer Jacques Cousteau forty years ago, Isabel lived in captivity at the Stuttgart Aquarium for thirty years before being transferred to the Stazione Zoologica Anton Dohrn in Naples. She could have lived to the end of her long life in either of the marine centres, but that would have been a blow both for Isabel and for biodiversity, since she would have been without a male companion and unable to follow her instincts and return to the few remaining nesting areas of her species, Chelonia mydas - an endangered species on the International Union for Conservation of Nature Red List™. Mon, 05 Jul 2010 14:27:00 GMT http://www.msccruises.com/gl_en/About-MSC-Cruises/News/MSC-Cruises-Wins.aspx The 2010 Group Travel Awards MSC Cruises UK and Ireland has won Best Off-Shore Cruise Line Operator in the category “Places you visit - attractions and destinations” at the 2010 Group Travel Awards annual celebration which recognizes the very best suppliers in the group travel industry as voted by readers of the Group Travel Organiser Magazine. Mon, 21 Jun 2010 17:30:00 GMT http://www.msccruises.com/gl_en/About-MSC-Cruises/News/News-Black-Card.aspx MSC Cruises is set to launch an exceptional new loyalty card this May, substantially expanding what is already widely regarded as the most generous package in the cruise industry - not least of all for the quality of benefits offered. Typical of the Italian family-owned company’s dedication to its guests, MSC Cruises’s frequent holidaymakers get much more than a loyalty scheme, they get a club of their own - MSC Club - and are treated as members in every way. What’s more, there’s no joining fee. You become a member of MSC Club automatically, immediately after your first cruise. Tue, 04 May 2010 15:51:00 GMT http://www.msccruises.com/gl_en/About-MSC-Cruises/News/watch-world-cup-cruise-msc.aspx MSC Cruises has acquired the rights to broadcast the 2010 FIFA World Cup™ games aboard all of their cruise ships. MSC Cruises has signed an agreement with IMG Media Limited to broadcast all of the 2010 FIFA World Cup™ football games aboard the eleven vessels of its fleet. IMG Media Limited represents FIFA for the exploitation of the in-ship rights worldwide. Wed, 28 Apr 2010 10:00:00 GMT http://www.msccruises.com/gl_en/About-MSC-Cruises/News/Iceland-Volcanic.aspx The recent ash cloud from the volcanic eruption in Iceland has closed numerous airports and grounded flights in Europe. At MSC Crociere we’re actively monitoring the situation and working with passengers who’ve been impacted. Guests are encouraged to check flight arrivals and departures with their air carrier in order to obtain up-to-the-minute information regarding their flight schedules. MSC Crociere is maintaining its current sailing schedule with no impact or cancellations to its future cruise schedule. We are working with passengers who’ve booked their cruise and airfare through MSC Cruises on a case-by-case basis to ensure debarking guests safe passage home and embarking guests passage on their scheduled cruise or on a future cruise. Guests booking a cruise-only with MSC Crociere and purchased their airfare either on their own or through a travel agent, should contact their air travel insurance provider and/or travel agent. A MSC Crociere’ 24-hour hotline was set up. Austria tel. 0043 6644352155 Belgium tel. 0032 495522184 France tel. 0033 148047620 Germany Monday to Friday from 09.00 am till 7.00 pm Saturday from 09.00 am till 2.00 pm Tel. 0049 89 8563550 Rest of the time tel. 0049 172 381 3617 Netherlands tel. 0031 6463063110 Sweden tel. 0046 86672120 Switzerland tel. 0041 79 204 9709 UK tel. 0044 7917830153 Tue, 20 Apr 2010 16:18:00 GMT http://www.msccruises.com/gl_en/About-MSC-Cruises/News/Poesia-100-points.aspx MSC Poesia received the top score of 100 points by the US public Health Service (USPHS) Thu, 25 Mar 2010 10:46:00 GMT http://www.msccruises.com/gl_en/About-MSC-Cruises/News/South-African-cruise-season.aspx MSC Cruises to bring both MSC Sinfonia and MSC Melody for the 2010/11 South African cruise season Wed, 24 Mar 2010 10:46:00 GMT http://www.msccruises.com/gl_en/About-MSC-Cruises/News/Information-Magnifica-Dubrovnik.aspx Important information fo MSC Magnifica cruises calling to Dubrovnik Thu, 11 Mar 2010 10:46:00 GMT http://www.msccruises.com/gl_en/About-MSC-Cruises/News/Hamburg-Magnifica-celebration.aspx Hamburg celebrates the newest jewel in the MSC Cruises fleet Mon, 08 Mar 2010 10:46:00 GMT http://www.msccruises.com/gl_en/About-MSC-Cruises/News/MSC-UNICEF-MSC-Magnifica.aspx MSC Magnifica continues MSC Cruises’ commitment to Unicef Tue, 02 Mar 2010 10:47:00 GMT http://nasrv053:82/gl_en/About-MSC-Cruises/News/MSC-Divina-June-2012.aspx MSC Divina delivered in June 2012 Mon, 01 Mar 2010 10:47:00 GMT http://www.msccruises.com/gl_en/About-MSC-Cruises/News/Brazil-Enterprise-Award.aspx MSC Cruzeiros, leading cruise ship line in South America, has just reaped the Brazilian 2009 Entreprise Award on December 1st in São Paulo. Mon, 22 Feb 2010 16:10:00 GMT http://www.msccruises.com/gl_en/About-MSC-Cruises/News/Magnifica-Flag-Ceremony.aspx MSC Magnifica flag Ceremony. The most modern fleet in the world continues to grow Thu, 25 Feb 2010 10:47:00 GMT http://www.msccruises.com/gl_en/About-MSC-Cruises/News/msc-rated-berlitz-guide.aspx MSC Cruises highly rated by prestigious Berlitz Guide Tue, 16 Feb 2010 10:47:00 GMT http://www.msccruises.com/gl_en/About-MSC-Cruises/News/MSC-Best-Wines.aspx MSC Cruises offers guests some of 2010’s best wines Tue, 09 Feb 2010 10:47:00 GMT http://www.msccruises.com/gl_en/About-MSC-Cruises/News/Southampton-port-2011.aspx MSC Cruises annunces Southampton port for 2011 Ex UK cruising to Northern and Western Europe Thu, 28 Jan 2010 10:47:00 GMT