3 Best MSC Caribbean Cruise Ships That You Can Visit
MSC Cruises, established in Switzerland, is renowned globally for its upscale onboard experiences and a wide variety of amenities not offered by other cruise lines. MSC Cruises has 21 ships in its fleet, accommodating a wide range of passengers as they voyage to many regions including the Caribbean, the Mediterranean, South America, and northern Europe.
There can be 2 to 117 nights on a voyage and the cruise line ensures that its passengers are always relaxed with luxurious adults-only pools, Balinese spas, and 4D theaters. Nightlife and entertainment aboard MSC Cruises deliver an array of sophisticated live shows, world-class dining, concerts, and parties.
We will explore the 3 best unique Caribbean ships in MSC Cruise’s fleet namely, Divina, Meraviglia, and Seaside. Each of these ships is part of the biggest in the MSC fleet and has impressively unique features.
MSC Divina at MSC Marine Reserve – A private artificial island that MSC developed for tourists to have the ultimate seaside adventure.
1. MSC Divina
MSC Divina, which debuted in 2012, has a capacity of 4,345 passengers. There are several entertainment options available on the MSC Divina. Four distinct pool areas, including a 22,507 square-foot water park, and a 4-D theater are notable amenities. Dining and bars are also impressive: there are eight eateries on the ship and twelve bars and lounges.
There are 14 decks onboard MSC Divina and a wide variety of accommodations- 48 room categories to be exact including their exclusive Sophia Loren Royal Suite designed with the help of the legendary Italian actress. The variety in staterooms and cabins means that staying onboard the Divina is very affordable for many travel budgets.
The main voyages for Divina are in the Caribbean, Europe, and the Mediterranean regions.
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MSC Marine Reserve, also known as Ocean Cay in the Bahamas is an island that MSC signed a 100-year lease to develop the island. No other cruise line offers an amenity like this.
2. MSC Meraviglia
It is one of the largest current cruise ships in the world with a 5,642-passenger capacity. Meraviglia was launched in 2017 and its most distinctive features include a promenade complete with two Formula One virtual reality racing simulators, a 108-square-foot main pool, and a 5,200-square-foot LED screen dome.
There are 9 dining options onboard offering exquisite international cuisines and most of the ship’s room categories have a balcony feature. The MSC Meraviglia travels across the Caribbean and the Bahamas where it stops at MSC's exclusive island, Ocean Cay.
Visitors to Ocean Cay can enjoy accommodation and onshore and marine activities while getting a unique experience with nature because of MSC’s sustainable practices such as planting trees and native plants on the island.
Sixty-four square miles around Ocean Cay is a marine reserve with 400 coral colonies relocated. The cruise line’s goal is to educate its passengers on the value of preserving the oceans and coral reefs. The island also boasts eco-operation with no single-use plastic, recycled water, solar-powered energy, freshwater production, and sustainable product use.
Royal Caribbean Liberty of the Seas (left) and the ship on the right is the MSC seaside.
3. MSC Seaside
Seaside is considered one of the top ships in the MSC fleet with a capacity of 5,079 passengers and a range of 18 different staterooms and cabins. Most of the accommodation options come with a balcony feature and the higher-category rooms may come with connecting cabins and whirlpool tubs.
For entertainment, passengers can enjoy MSC Seaside’s 2 bowling alleys, a multistory water park, a Broadway-style theater, and kids and teen groups. Dining aboard the MSC Seaside is a culinary adventure. Passengers can indulge in gourmet meals cooked by award-winning chefs at 9 dining options including a chocolate bar, seafood restaurant, buffet, and steakhouse.
The MSC Seaside’s main sailing routes are through the Mediterranean and South America.
Conclusion
In conclusion, they offer a wide range of amenities and luxury onboard experiences to their passengers. According to Good Caribbean, the 3 best MSC Caribbean ships mentioned in this blog post, Divina, Meraviglia, and Seaside, are all part of the biggest in the MSC fleet and have impressively unique features. If you are planning a trip to The Caribbean you should choose one from them.
