A Day On Board MSC Cruises

Live each day exactly as you please

Your days aboard can be as relaxed and spontaneous or as structured as you like. Some travellers wake late, take breakfast in bed and let the day unfold to the rhythms of the sun and sea, lounging by the pool or reading in the shade of a secluded deck.
Others plan their day’s events in advance and rise at the crack of dawn to take advantage of the many scheduled activities and rich facilities on board. We work on the variety so you can play with the choice, living every day your way.

Start the day

Breakfast is served in all its splendour from 7am – 10am, or you can call room service for continental breakfast in your cabin.

See the sights you want the way you like

Our expert-designed excursions ensure you can make the most of your voyage, offering a vast choice so you can explore ashore just as you prefer. Join us in full-day tours, half-day excursions or short trips of just a couple of hours to discover your choice of art and architecture, archaeology and adventure, shopping or sightseeing.
What’s more, we don’t just offer guided tours and city visits, but a tremendous array of adventure activities as well, including diving, snorkelling, 4×4 safaris, desert treks, glacier hikes and camel rides. Then there are visits to artist’s studios and botanical gardens, museums and galleries, local villages and global landmarks. They’ll make your every visit to a port of call an unforgettable journey of discovery.

Morning activities

Each of our designer ships offers a vast array of facilities, allowing you to match your mood every morning as you ease or launch yourself into the day. Laze on tranquil sun decks or take a dive in the pools (adults-only and kids-only available), opt for a gentle game of bowling or a full workout in the gym, a leisurely round of mini golf or high-octane fun in the games arcade and 4D cinema. Browse in the library or online in the Internet café. Or treat yourself to a sublime pampering massage in MSC Aurea Spa. Alternatively, make the moment a social occasion, joining in one of the many group games and general activities which are free and open to all.

Midday dining

Lunch is served in four different onboard restaurants at times that vary slightly depending on your ship and geographical location, but always offer full scope for a relaxed experience that lets you savour every moment. Treat your taste buds to freshly prepared Mediterranean cuisine or the authentic delicacies from around the world served in our speciality restaurants. Make delicious a way of life.

Afternoon activities

Stroll the decks after lunch or treat yourself to a holiday gift in one of our classy boutiques or craft stalls. Ratchet up the pace with a game of tennis or badminton. Get creative with an arts & crafts class or give your body the care it deserves in the beauty salon. Try your luck in the casino or just relax over tea in one of the many delightful onboard cafés, watching the world go by and catching up with new friends.

Children and Teenagers

Our Kids’ and Teens’ Clubs give younger travellers every bit as much fun as the adults with their own special activities, dedicated facilities and innovative services such as Fun Time Dinners and Kids Around the Clock that keep the whole family smiling.

Evening dining

As day fades into night, explore the freshly-cooked creations of master chefs in a world tour of gourmet dining, from Mediterranean fusion cuisine to Asian delights, French bistro gastronomy, authentic Neapolitan pizzas, spicy all-time Tex-Mex favourites and more, depending on your choice of ship.
Whether you dine early to catch a show or linger ‘til late feasting with friends, you’ll find every meal an occasion to remember.

Into the night

Evenings take you into the world of art and entertainment – cabaret and dance, theatre, music and spectacular shows. Dance the night away in our glamorous lounges or join the crowd on the disco dance floor. Big on fun and open ‘til the small hours, you’ll be greeting tomorrow before you know it.