MSC Cruise Line

Originally established under the name Flotta Lauro, this cruise was taken over by the Mediterranean Shipping Company, one of the largest shipping operators in the world, in 1990. Today, Mediterranean Shipping Cruises operates three cruise ships, but the company also has one more 60,000 gt newbuild in order for delivery in 2004, respectively. MSC caters to a primarily European clientele, but more and more U.S. passengers who prefer a more traditional European cruise experience with fellow passengers from many different countries have chosen the cruise line in recent years.

• Rosalyn Welch  Musica  Greek Isles

  MSC Musica was a terrible experience. I would describe the staff as rude and uncaring. The entire week was very disorganized, from getting on the ship to excursions (for one trip, we sat and... read more

  6 users found this review helpful.
• Rosalyn Welch  Musica  Greek Isles

  MSC Musica was a terrible experience. I would describe the staff as rude and uncaring. The entire week was very disorganized, from getting on the ship to excursions (for one trip, we sat and... read more

  1 users found this review helpful.
• Rosalyn Welch  Musica  Greek Isles

  MSC Musica was a terrible experience. I would describe the staff as rude and uncaring. The entire week was very disorganized, from getting on the ship to excursions (for one trip, we sat and... read more

  1 users found this review helpful.
• Sigrid Kueng  Orchestra  Bermuda

  We usually cruise with Princess and this was an experiment with MSC. - Never again!! The European service staff was arrogant, unprofessional and unfriendly. My husband and I are European ourselves... read more

  16 users found this review helpful.
• Jennifer Williams  Musica  Greek Isles and Croatia

  We had an amazing time...IN SPITE OF MSC CRUISES. From beginning to end, this cruiseline's customer service and SOPs lacked immensely. Our itinerary said that we would be boarding the ship at 10:30... read more

  14 users found this review helpful.
• Jennifer Williams  Musica  Western Mediterranean

  We had an amazing time...IN SPITE OF MSC CRUISES. From beginning to end, this cruiseline's customer service and SOPs lacked immensely. Our itinerary said that we would be boarding the ship at 10:30... read more

  2 users found this review helpful.
• Jennifer Williams  Musica  Western Mediterranean

  We had an amazing time...IN SPITE OF MSC CRUISES. From beginning to end, this cruiseline's customer service and SOPs lacked immensely. Our itinerary said that we would be boarding the ship at 10:30... read more

  1 users found this review helpful.
• Stella Girard  Lirica  Caribbean

  Our overall experience was very good except for the excessive smoke in the hallways from the casino, pub and staterooms on our floor. We had looked forward to practicing our Italian and would have... read more

  3 users found this review helpful.
• Bradley Breece  Orchestra  Orcestra

  Most ship personnel cannot understand or speak simple english. The menu in the deck 13 cafeteria was same basic menu 7 days straight. A room service tray placed in the hallway at 3 am was still... read more

  13 users found this review helpful.
• Wayne Nelson  Orchestra  Caribbean

  Excellent cruise value especially considering kids under 17 yrs sail free. Ship was immaculate although considerable ship movement/vibrations felt regardless of deck level or location. Superior... read more

  15 users found this review helpful.
• Aimee Gerharter  Fantasia  Mediterranean

  The Fantasia is a beautiful ship, with a wonderful, professional staff who were very friendly and helpful. From the minute we boarded (which, incidentally, it only took about a minute to board. No... read more

  16 users found this review helpful.
• Maria  Lirica  carriaben

  With all the negative reviews I read, I was apprehensive and pleasantly surprised. Check in was quick. No waiting for our luggage - it was in our room. Lots of storage. Food was good a good... read more

  13 users found this review helpful.
• Wendy Morgan  Melody  Genoa to Durban

  Booked the cruise for the itineray and agree that it was cheap for a 21 day cruise. Embarkation in Genoa was delayed because computers had gone down due to adverse weather conditions (it was... read more

  20 users found this review helpful.
• A Moxley
  
    Sinfonia  Western Mediterranean

  First, I'll begin with the positives about our cruise on the MSC Sinfonia.  The ship was immaculate, if not a particularly attractive ship in the classic sense.  The cabin was well... read more

  39 users found this review helpful.
• Tracy
  
    Opera  Eastern Caribbean

  Our cruise on the MSC Opera from 1/28/06 to 2/4/06 was a truly wonderful experience. We researched MSC prior to our trip due to the unfamiliarity of the ship line. We read both positive and... read more

  30 users found this review helpful.
• V Gell
  
    Opera  Transatlantic

  I can honestly say that this cruise was the biggest mistake we have ever made! A beautiful ship granted and the cleanliness was exceptional but the whole experience was ruined by the ... read more

  19 users found this review helpful.
• Tom Burke
  
    Sinfonia  Western Mediterranean

  Overview This was our first cruise, and we chose MSC for a combination of the itinerary, the price, and the newness of the ship. We weren't disappointed. The ship is about 3... read more

  23 users found this review helpful.
• Craig Kunitz
  
    Lirica  Deep Western Caribbean

  Wow, what a great trip. Everything was wonderful. Very comparable to HAL, Celebrity, RCCL & Princess. Cabin stewards among the best. I can remember every single dinner. What... read more

  21 users found this review helpful.
• Patrick Newell
  
    Lirica  Western Caribbean/Panama Canal

  Day One: Embarkation – Boarded ship at approximately 2 PM. At the embarkation picture area we requested that our picture be taken with our friends. We were told “No” even... read more

  27 users found this review helpful.
• Richard
  
    Lirica  Eastern Mediterranean

  Our cruise started in Venice. We managed to find a discount airline that flew from Stuttgart Germany to Venice for only 40 Euros/person Return, including all taxes (Hapag-Lloyd... read more

  8 users found this review helpful.
• Christine Yapo
  
    Lirica  Eastern Mediterranean

  We had a very nice trip and experienced and excellent service. The food was good and even excellent at some occasions. Since we traveled during summer holidays many families and... read more

  3 users found this review helpful.
• David Wright
  
    Lirica  Western Caribbean

  I love cruising, and as my wife has limited mobility, it is the one holiday we collectively enjoy. We were more or less convinced into taking our MSC cruise by a travel agent who promised... read more

  11 users found this review helpful.
• Allan Row
  
    Lirica  Deep Western Caribbean

  My wife and I joined MSC Lirica in Port Everglades on January 13th 2005 and were very impressed with the ship. The ship is beautiful and our suite on deck 10 was superb with a bathroom... read more

  6 users found this review helpful.
• George Morris
  
    Lirica  Southern Caribbean

  It ain't Carnival but it ain't Holland America either. This is a wonderful ship with a wonderful staff but it isn't quite tuned to what American cruisers are used to. Think of it as a... read more

  23 users found this review helpful.
• David A Landry
  
    Lirica  Southern Caribbean

  “We are very proud of the record of excellence that the MSC Lirica and MSC Opera have established in their inaugural Caribbean seasons,” says Richard E. Sasso, president and CEO of MSC... read more

  6 users found this review helpful.