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MSC Virtuosa’s namesake comes from the word virtuoso, meaning someone highly skilled in any field of activity, and so MSC Virtuosa was named to pay homage to the skill and expertise of the MSC Cruises architects and shipyard partners at Les Chantiers de l’Atlantique who designed and built this innovative class of ships. This new cruise ship is one of the two largest in MSC Cruises’ fleet, along with her sister ship MSC Grandiosa, boasting an impressive array of guest features all coming together in perfect harmony to deliver the ultimate cruise holiday experience.
Second time on Virtuosa, third with MSC. Has a great time in general. Canaries not the most exciting place to visit in a cruise but Madeira, Vigo and Lisbon great. Ship as beautiful as ever. Crowded as might be expected in August but could usually find a quiet spot and if not we liked sitting on balcony. Staff great, especially bar serving team. Food in buffet high quality and not that busy if you chose your times carefully. Main restaurant to our liking - quick but that suited us. Tried one sushi speciality restaurant and was high quality and cheap especially as drinks included in package. That Drinks package good value - we had premium and had two types of real. Champagne and treat to get Italian cappuccinos. Room adequate for four of us and kept very tidy and clean. Entertainment was varied and high quality, speciality shows as good as ever. Downsides - our dining was 9:30 which was too late and they couldn’t change but wr always got a walk in. Wristbands only half worked. Sun loungers are an issue (and many people unreasonable) - I can see problems with many solutions but would be better for all if so many not left unused. Buffet would work better if used properly with queuing at each station not one long queue - needs again more staff intervention.
There is a lot of negativity re MSc cruises on this site. Having cruised 5 times with them i have shared some concerns that have been expressed but always thought they were pretty biased. I’ve just come of a 7 day cruise of Spain and France and things are improving in all areas. Here is a quick summary. Embarking at Southampton - simple and on the ship within 30 minutes. Ship - is bright and modern. Everything appears new and well maintained. Room - good size and we had a large balcony. Staff - we’re magnificent. From stateroom to bar and restaurant they were all friendly and efficient Bars - No complaints. Master of the seas was always busy but staff dealt with queues well. Food - in MDR we had a couple of meals not quite right that were immediately sorted. Buffet was excellent. We also ate in Hola speciality restaurant which was first class Entertainment - if the reaction from the audience is a guide then no problems here. The theatre shows especially Dirty Dancing were excellent. The parties in the main strip were loud but the crowd loved it. White night was fabulous. In summary MSc really are getting their act together for uk customers. They offer fantastic value for money and are serious competitors for the large US companies.
Second time on Virtuosa, third with MSC. Has a great time in general. Canaries not the most exciting place to visit in a cruise but Madeira, Vigo and Lisbon great. Ship as beautiful as ever. Crowded as might be expected in August but could usually find a quiet spot and if not we liked sitting on balcony. Staff great, especially bar serving team. Food in buffet high quality and not that busy if you chose your times carefully. Main restaurant to our liking - quick but that suited us. Tried one sushi speciality restaurant and was high quality and cheap especially as drinks included in package. That Drinks package good value - we had premium and had two types of real. Champagne and treat to get Italian cappuccinos. Room adequate for four of us and kept very tidy and clean. Entertainment was varied and high quality, speciality shows as good as ever. Downsides - our dining was 9:30 which was too late and they couldn’t change but wr always got a walk in. Wristbands only half worked. Sun loungers are an issue (and many people unreasonable) - I can see problems with many solutions but would be better for all if so many not left unused. Buffet would work better if used properly with queuing at each station not one long queue - needs again more staff intervention.
There is a lot of negativity re MSc cruises on this site. Having cruised 5 times with them i have shared some concerns that have been expressed but always thought they were pretty biased. I’ve just come of a 7 day cruise of Spain and France and things are improving in all areas. Here is a quick summary. Embarking at Southampton - simple and on the ship within 30 minutes. Ship - is bright and modern. Everything appears new and well maintained. Room - good size and we had a large balcony. Staff - we’re magnificent. From stateroom to bar and restaurant they were all friendly and efficient Bars - No complaints. Master of the seas was always busy but staff dealt with queues well. Food - in MDR we had a couple of meals not quite right that were immediately sorted. Buffet was excellent. We also ate in Hola speciality restaurant which was first class Entertainment - if the reaction from the audience is a guide then no problems here. The theatre shows especially Dirty Dancing were excellent. The parties in the main strip were loud but the crowd loved it. White night was fabulous. In summary MSc really are getting their act together for uk customers. They offer fantastic value for money and are serious competitors for the large US companies.
Whether you’re looking for a duplex suite with private whirlpool bath, a sea-view balcony cabin or a family option, you’ll find it all on MSC Virtuosa.
A choice of 10 dining venues promises something special for every taste including a brand new Indochine restaurant concept - a delicious take on the Vietnamese classics with a French twist.
Seek the extraordinary and make your cruise holiday an unforgettable adventure.
We offer an incredible choice of shore excursions to suit every taste: whether you prefer adventure, nature, culture or history, we’ve designed something for you and the whole family.
From Culture & History and our breathtaking Scenic Routes, to our Active & Adventure tours and the discovery of Natural Wonders, to Sea & Sun’s relax, our Something Special experiences and our Accessible Tours, you can enjoy the treasures of each destination in your preferred way.
We’ve also established the MSC Family Explorer Club, Excursions Explorer Package and MSC Bike Adventours, which are unique to our line and available on selected MSC Cruises' itineraries.
MSC Virtuosa will offer a superb choice of entertainment for the whole family, from days in the water park or sports centre to evenings in the super-amusement park or the multi-purpose karaoke bar, comedy club, TV studio & bar.
21 bars: 5 outdoor bars with breathtaking view and 16 indoor bars, each offering a unique experience including the first humanoid Robotic Bartender at sea. The robot will be at the centre of an immersive bar experience and will entertain guests in eight different languages.
MSC Aurea Spa with its thermal area, professional massages, body treatments, facials and beauty services.
Panoramic gym equipped with the latest Technogym machines, 5 outstanding pools and the TOP 19 Exclusive solarium
SPA & BEAUTY
Feeling healthy and looking your best is a part of the MSC Cruises experience. Try something new, like high-tech beauty treatments, a soothing sauna or enjoy a Balinese massage. Book now one of our spa packages and take advantage of our pre-boarding rates.
SPORT & FITNESS
A voyage with MSC Cruises brings you the leisure time and the facilities to maintain and build your fitness thanks to a wide choice of Sports Facilities and a state-of-the art Sports Centre with fabulous sea views. You can admire the panorama, burn off calories and keep in shape. Whether you prefer to train alone, love a workout in company or live to compete, you’ll find just what you need.
PLEASE NOTE:
In order to grant the best experience to our guests, all Thermal Area experiences are available by appointment only.
Access to the MSC Aurea Spa is only permitted for guests over the age of 18.
IMPORTANT UPDATE:
Due to the increased Health & Safety measures in order to grant a safe cruise for all our guests, depending on ship-class, the following experiences will be closed until further notice: Steam Rooms, Heat Baths Whirlpools, Ice & Snow Experiences. Saunas, Salt Relax Room, Harmonic Relax Rooms, Experience Showers, Heated Loungers will remain open to our guests.
MSC Cruises is known for its award-winning family offering and has a long-standing partnership with the LEGO Group to design the kids club areas as well as on board activities. Discover all activities and services for children, tweens, teens and their parents
CRUISES FOR FAMILIES AND KIDS
MSC family cruises are designed for parents and children to enjoy fun times together and quality time separately. That's why we’re proud to have built a renowned reputation as a company that knows how to create the best cruises for kids.
Today we continue to deliver on that reputation by paying extra attention to the needs of children, tweens, teens and their parents: so book your cruise and immerse in a World of Discovery!
To ensure family activities run in a safe environment, some onboard services are subject to changes based on local regulations or other restrictions, in the context of the COVID-19 situation.
