Caribbean Cruise with MSC Divina

MSC Cruises offers its guests mediterranean and modern lifestyle at a good price-performance ratio. On the sometimes colorful, sometimes discreetly designed ships, guests of all ages feel comfortable. In the summer months, many families are on board, especially at Mediterranean cruises, many Italian families spread Italian cheerfulness. In the off-season, it is a little quieter, then many older guests come on board, to experience a cheap cruise. The ships also arrive well in the German market and the number of German guests is growing steadily. The ships of the MSC fleet take with double occupancy between 1500 and 5700 passengers on board. English skills are recommended, but you also get some German service on board. The cruise line is also committed to environmental protection and has set itself the goal of emission-free ship operation. Therefore, the ships are equipped with the latest technology, such as LNG propulsion. In addition, all newbuilds since 2017 have been equipped with a shore power connection, and further MSC Cruises ships will also be upgraded with this technology in the future.

• Category: Fantasia class
• Built in: 2012
• Home port: Panama-Stadt
• Length: 333 metres
• Tonnage: 139,072 BRZ
• Speed: 23,75 knots
• Decks: 18
• Passengers: 4,345
• Crew: 1388
• Language: German, Italian, English, French, Spanish
• Currency: € or US-$ (depending on the destination)
• Internet: Starlink from SpaceX, internet café and Wi-Fi (fee required)

The staterooms on the MSC Divina are modern and comfortably furnished and have a bathroom with shower and toilet, a minibar, a safe and a TV. The interior and oceanview staterooms are about 12-13 sqm in size. The balcony staterooms already have 17 sqm and the suites are 21-53 sqm, depending on the suite category. Some balcony staterooms and all suites have a bathtub.

On board the MSC Divina, it's like landing in a well-kept holiday hotel: good food, a wide range of sports, comfortable cabins and many entertainment options. Even at this relaxed and casual atmosphere, festive attire is recommended two nights a week in the main restaurants. Guests who like it even more casual can visit the buffet restaurant at this evenings where no dress code is expected.

The cuisine on the MSC Divina is good and tasty and offers culinary variety and diversity in many different restaurants.

The following restaurants are already included in the price:

• Calumet (buffet restaurant): A variety of dishes from the hot and cold buffet as well as Mediterranean delicacies await you here.
• Manitou (buffet restaurant): Look forward to international dishes - there's something for everyone here.
• The Black Crab (main restaurant): Sample freshly prepared dishes in an elegant ambience.
• Villa Rossa (main restaurant): Enjoy fine dining in the à la carte restaurant.

Guests of the MSC Yacht Club also have access to an exclusive restaurant with gourmet creations and five-star service.

There is a surcharge for the following speciality restaurants:

• Butcher's Cut: Savour high-quality Angus beef, for example, in the steakhouse.
• Kaito Galaxy: Sample Asian specialities such as exquisite sushi.
• La Cantina di bacco: In the pizzeria, which is also a wine bar, you can enjoy delicious stone-oven pizzas.

In the various lounges and bars (not included) you can enjoy a relaxing cappuccino in the Caffè Italia in the afternoon, savour delicious cocktails in the Divina Bar or have an aperitif before dinner in the Silver Lounge. We also recommend the Piazza del Doge, where you can savour sweet treats such as cupcakes, cakes and macaroons as well as Italian ice cream.

From sports and fitness facilities and an extensive wellness area to a large theatre, a disco and various bars, everyone will find their favourite place on board the MSC Divina. A great special feature is the 4D cinema. Attend a show and experience a unique cinema experience full of surprising visual effects. In the F1 simulator you can put your driving skills to the test and drive a virtual reality race. At the Pantheon Theatre you can experience breathtaking shows and at the Casino Veneziano you can try your luck. The Aqua Park provides great fun for the whole family.

There is plenty to discover on board for children of all ages: A pool and slide await in the water park, providing plenty of fun. Whether outdoor or indoor sports court, mini golf or bowling - here the family members can compete against each other. Children can challenge their parents in various family game shows.

Childcare is also provided: babies and toddlers aged between six months and two years are looked after by certified staff in the Baby Club, which was created in collaboration with the leading children's brand Chicco®. Toddlers aged three to six play in the MSC Mini Club and the Junior Club looks after children aged seven to eleven. MSC's experienced entertainers look after the children with various games and many sporting activities. During the day, 12 to 14-year-olds in the Young Club and 15 to 17-year-olds in the Teens Club can enjoy clubs equipped with the latest consoles, games and VR technology, a teen disco and a dinner organised exclusively for teenagers.

The European and especially Italian characterised atmosphere makes the MSC Divina a lively and cheerful ship. But also a quiet place for relaxed hours can always be found on board. Cruise newcomers and families feel very comfortable on this ship. The price-performance ratio is good.