On board the magnificent MSC Lirica you'll find our longstanding dedication to hospitality while enjoying the ultimate in guest amenities. With an atmosphere and service comparable to the best of Italian hotels, the MSC Lirica features the highest quality materials and luxurious amenities available to fully immerse our guests in an elegant environment that is clearly Italian.
The MSC Lirica offers cozy comfort in a traditional yet elegant setting. Like beautiful lyrics set to music, the MSC Lirica cruise ship is perfectly in tune with the sea. Her timeless Italian design and ambiance features gleaming marble, plush fabrics and fine artwork. If you are looking for a more casual resort ambience, decorated in an opulent yet relaxed style, the delightful MSC Lirica cruise liner is your ideal choice. The MSC Lirica launched in 2003, weighs in at 59,000 gross tons, is 824 feet in length and carries up to 1,560 guests based on double occupancy in 780 staterooms, The MSC Lirica country of registry is Panama.
Relax at the pool with a cool drink on your days of classic cruising at sea while the kids enjoy the complimentary youth club programs. Check e-mail in the Internet Café or the Wi-Fi areas of the ship. MSC Lirica has a very cosmopolitan itinerary and this is reflected in two of her popular meeting places onboard: the American-style Beverly Hills bar and the welcoming English-style Lord Nelson pub. Take advantage of the best of world cuisines served at each restaurant or go for casual family fun at the pizzeria. Take time out at the Lirica Health Center: indulge in beauty and spa treatments as you look out though floor-to-ceiling picture windows and magnificent ocean views.
Cruising is one of the best ways to see the sights and sounds of the world. MSC Lirica is an ideal choice for families and first-time cruise passengers thanks to its smaller size and welcoming atmosphere. Earn Aeroplan® Miles MSC Cruises offers Aeroplan® Miles when sailing in the Mediterranean. To earn the miles, all Aeroplan® Members need to do is to provide their Aeroplan® Number when booking with Sunwing.
FREE Water Package Includes: 7 bottles of mineral sparkling water per stateroom per week.
Itineraries
Mediterranean Marvels
Day
Day of Week
Port
Arrival
Departure
1
Sun
Civitavecchia, Italy
7:00 PM
2
Mon
Salerno (Almafi Coast), Italy
7:00 AM
1:00 PM
3
Tues
At Sea
4
Wed
Palma de Mallorca, Balearic Islands, Spain
2:00 PM
9:00 PM
5
Thur
Marseille, France
2:00 PM
7:00 PM
6
Fri
Genoa*, Italy
9:00 AM
4:00 PM
7
Sat
Ajaccio (Corsica), France
10:00 AM
6:00 PM
8
Sun
Civitavecchia, Italy
8:00 AM
Sailing Dates: June 19, 26; July 3, 10, 17, 24, 31; August 7, 14, 21, 28; September 4
The MSC Lirica sails from the port of Civitavecchia which is approximately 1 ½ to 2 hours drive from Fiumicino Airport.
* After departure from Genoa, the ship will anchor in Portofino. Tender service can be purchased onboard.
Portofino is a tech stop only and passengers can get off the ship however they have to pay for the tender.
Onboard facilities include
Dining
MSC Cruises thrives on Freshly Prepared Cuisine. This allows MSC to offer their quests a wider variety of dining and menu selections, from delicious Italian specialties and gourmet offerings to a wide range of more traditional options.
Traditional
The MSC Lirica offers formal dining rooms in the cruise tradition, with Traditional Dining at the same times for each meal, with attentive service provided by your own waiter throughout the cruise. Dining times and table number are on request at time of booking and will be confirmed only upon embarkation.
Approximate Evening Dining Times: First seating: 7:00 PM Second seating: 9:30 PM
La Bussola
L’Ippocampo
Casual Dining
La Pergola (outdoor restaurant)
Le Bistrot Cafeteria
Ice Cream Bar
Room Service
Alternative Dining
There is no alternative dining on the Opera
Requests for special dietary needs must be submitted at least 21 days prior to sailing and must be confirmed with the maitre d’ on the day of embarkation.
Please note that coffee and tea are included with breakfast only. At all other times there is a charge for these beverages.
Bars & Lounges
The MSC Lirica offers a variety of bar and lounge venues. Each features a unique style and atmosphere, as well as differing hours of service.
English Pub Lord Nelson
Beverly Hills Bar
Le Cabaret Bar
Lirica Lounge
L’Atmosphere
The Coffee Corner
La Canzone del Mare (pool bar)
Cyber Café
In line with MSC’ company policy, the casino, cash prize bingo and horse racing is reserved for guests 21 years and older. Additionally, only those guests 21 years and older will be allowed to purchase or consume alcohol. Picture ID may be requested.
Activities
The many activities onboard MSC ships are designed to stimulate, educate, entertain, inspire and sweat - not necessarily in that order. From art auctions to mini golf, this ship is loaded with fun things to do.
Pools and Spas
Whether you want to splash around in one of the pools or take a dip in one of this ship's bubbling hot tubs MSC will keep you cool or ‘hot’.
Swimming Pool (2 for adults and children)
2 spa baths
Sauna
Sports/Spa & Fitness
MSC ships will keep Guests on the run, literally, with jogging tracks and state-of-the-art gyms equipped with machines that'll keep their heart rate pumping. Some of these services available for a fee (i.e. Beauty Salon)
Aurea Spa
Solarium
Mini-Golf
Shuffleboard
Gymnasium
Jogging/Walking Track
Beauty Salon
Le Terme (Sauna/Relax area)
Enjoy rejuvenating treatments such as massages and other relaxation therapies at the Aurea Spa. Guests can pre-book spa packages online at www.mscruisesusa.com.
Boutiques
MSC Lirica offers duty free shopping on fragrances, cosmetics, jewelry, gifts, apparel, accessories and liquor. A variety of gifts, jewelry, clothing and souvenirs as well as toiletries and sundries are available for purchase. The Lirica also has a Photo shop/gallery.
Entertainment
MSC focuses on hiring the finest international talent. Their entertainment is recognized as the best at sea by agents, press and guests alike. There is always something for everyone with continuous evening entertainment throughout the ship.
Hot Spots
The Hot Spots feature dazzling a casino, night clubs, dance floors and more.
Las Vegas Casino
The Broadway Theatre
The Blue Club Disco
Movies
The Card Room & The Library
Shore Excursions
MSC Cruises offers a variety of shore excursions to enhance your cruising experience. Your shore excursion can be pre-booked online at www.msccruisesusa.com or booked onboard. It is suggested you book early to avoid disappointment.
MSC Cruises Kids
MSC Cruises offers complimentary children’s programs for 3 different age groups. Kids 3-8 can enjoy the “Mini-Club”, The “Juniors Club for those 9-12 and the “Teens Club” for those 13-17. Staff organize activities, shows and games, such as Arts and crafts, Dances, Treasure Hunts and even Mini-Olympics. MSC also caters to the kids taste buds offering a variety of All-American to Italian cuisine. NOTE: Children under 3 years are only permitted in the Kids programs when accompanied by an adult who must remain with the child at all times. For family groups booking multiple staterooms one guest in the stateroom must be a minimum of 21 years of age.
I Pirati (Children’s play area)
Virtual Reality Games (Video Game Room)
Staying in Touch
All staterooms have phones that allow direct ship-to-shore dialing. Guests can also enjoy Internet access 24 hours a day in MSC's Internet café. Wi-fi and cellular services are available in select public rooms. Satellite telephone communications and fax services are available while the ship is at sea. Guests with international cell phones will enjoy coverage at most ports. Charges for communication services are posted on board. Fees apply for internet and ship to share phone calls.
Daily Program
A detailed program of the next day’s activities, designed to keep passengers informed about the events and entertainment offered by MSC staff, will be delivered to the staterooms every evening.
Currency Exchange
Please note that the onboard currency is the Euro. All purchases made onboard will be charged to the clients bill in Euros. Small amounts of Euros and US currency and travelers’ cheques can be exchanged at the Pursers Office onboard. Commission charges may apply. Credit cards accepted upon check-in are VISA, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club and JVC. If guests do not have a credit card they must establish their onboard account by leaving a deposit of €250 per stateroom with the cashier upon embarkation. When their onboard purchases exceed this amount they will have to replenish the deposit before they can continue to make charges.
Onboard Purchases
For the guest’s convenience, MSC provides a cashless system that allows them to sign for all onboard purchases (with the exception of the casino). These purchased will be added to their stateroom account. An itemized statement will be delivered to the stateroom prior to disembarkation. By providing a Credit card in advance, guests will be automatically registered for Express Check-out.
Medical Centre
Medical Services are provided onboard MSC vessels as a convenience to passengers. There is a charge for services and/or medications provided by the ships doctor & medical personal. MSC vessels are equipped with an infirmary that is usually staffed by a physician and a nurse. MSC does not control the medical treatment rendered to guests by the medical personal aboard its vessels.
Pregnant women
Pregnant women are only allowed to sail if pregnant for 27 weeks or less at time of cruise disembarkation. All pregnant women are required to produce a doctors or midwife’s letter stating that the mother and baby are in good health, fit to travel, the estimated time of delivery (EDD) and the pregnancy is not high-risk.
Staterooms
In-Stateroom Amenities MSC Cruises handsome staterooms are a welcome retreat to unwind and rest before your next adventure onboard or ashore.
All accommodations feature air conditioning bathroom with shower, hair dryer, satellite TV and radio, Internet connection ($), direct dial phone, Mini Bar ($) and safety deposit box.
All staterooms have two single beds convertable to a double bed except wheelchair accessible staterooms.
In addition, each room is equipped with a 110/220-volt with standard U.S. plug fittings.
Suites with balcony (CAT 11) *Request basis only
Oceanview Staterooms (CAT 6-10) (Some staterooms on the Scarlati Deck 7 have an obstructed view)
Spacious wardrobe. Bathroom with tub. 302 sq ft (248 sq ft + 54 sq ft balcony).
140 sq ft.
Interior Stateroom (CAT 1-5)
140 sq ft
Policies
Special Needs
MSC Cruises welcomes guests with special needs and makes every effort to accommodate the needs of persons with disabilities. In order for MSC to provide the appropriate assistance, they require guests to provide them in writing at the time of booking, but no less than 7 days prior to departure, details of any disability or medical or mental condition which may require or make advisable special accommodations, or the use of a wheelchair or other equipment or medical treatment.
MSC advises guests using a wheelchair to travel with someone who is able to assist them both aboard and ashore. Some ports-of-call require tenders to go ashore and may preclude guests using wheelchairs from leaving the vessel; this decision must be made by the ship’s Master and is binding. Guests must bring wheelchairs for their own use. Only a limited amount of wheelchairs are available on board. MSC Cruises offers a limited amount of wheelchair accessible staterooms. Please note that in non-wheelchair accessible staterooms there is a 2-inch riser in front of the bathroom and doors are 29.5 inches wide
For additional detailed information about the accessibility features of MSC ships, MSC can be contacted at 800-666-9333.
Special Occasions
MSC Cruises will help celebrate birthdays, wedding, honeymoon or anniversary. See www.msccruisesusa.com for further details.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed in the dining rooms, any food service area or in the show lounges and theatres. On all MSC vessels, smoking is allowed indoors only in the Cigar Rooms, Casinos and in one designated lounge. Passengers can smoke on one side of the Sun Deck, however smoking is not permitted in the staterooms or balcony staterooms.
Attire
Guests should dress for a cruise with MSC Cruises the same way they would for any stylish land-based resort. Casual sportswear, including shorts, lightweight pants and jogging suits, is the order of the day both at sea and ashore in hotter climates. Due to unpredictable weather, Guests should bring a hat or visor and a collapsible umbrella. Also Guests must ensure they bring proper clothing for visits to religious sites. In addition to this, guests will also want low-heeled, rubber soled shoes for strolling on deck, as well as comfortable walking shoes or sandals to wear.
MSC makes it easy to know what to pack and what to wear when you're dining onboard. There are two designations for dress codes: Smart Casual and Formal.
Smart Casual Evenings
Passenger attire should be in keeping with what would be worn to a nice restaurant at home. Inappropriate dinner wear such as pool or beach attire, shorts, ball caps and casual jeans (with fraying and/or holes), is not permitted in the dining rooms. Shoes must be worn.
Formal Evenings
Evening gown, cocktail dress, or elegant pant suit for women
Tuxedo, dark suit or dinner jacket and slacks for men
1 Formal Night 4-6 night cruises
2 Formal Nights 7-10 night cruises
4 Formal Night 15+ Night Cruises
Laundry / Valet Services
Onboard laundry and dry cleaning service is available for a nominal fee.
Library
Enjoy a break from the activity and escape into another world with your favorite book. An impressive selection of books is available for guests to check out over the course of their cruise. MSC Cruises also has a card room and a video arcade.
MSC Club
Being a loyal MSC Cruises guest means entering an exclusive club: a world of pleasures and privileges that multiply with each journey! As a member of MSC CLUB, you'll be able to take advantage of all MSC Cruises benefits, both on land and onboard. A truly exclusive way of spending your vacation. Club benefits begin after completing your first cruise with MSC. Registering for MSC Club is easy and free! You may register using MSC Express check-in or you can fill out the form on MSC's Cruises web site (www.msccruisesusa.com). There are 4 rewards levels as follows:
Classic: 1 - 21 point
Silver: 22 - 42 points
Gold: 43 - 99 points
Black: 100+ points
Refer to www.msccruisesusa.com and click on the MSC Club link for further information.
*All benefits are at the absolute discretion of the MSC Club
