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7th07 | SepSep | 201919 | Marseille, France, embark on the MSC Bellissima | 18:00 | |||
Since being designated a European Capital of Culture for 2013, with an estimated €660 million of funding in the bargain, Marseille has been in the throes of an extraordinary transformation, with no fewer than five major new arts centers, a beautifully refurbished port, revitalized neighborhoods, and a slew of new shops and restaurants. Once the underdog, this time-burnished city is now welcoming an influx of weekend tourists who have colonized entire neighborhoods and transformed them into elegant pieds-à-terre (or should we say, mer). The second-largest city in France, Marseille is one of Europe's most vibrant destinations. Feisty and fond of broad gestures, it is also as complicated and as cosmopolitan now as it was when a band of Phoenician Greeks first sailed into the harbor that is today's Vieux Port in 600 BC. Legend has it that on that same day a local chieftain's daughter, Gyptis, needed to choose a husband, and her wandering eyes settled on the Greeks' handsome commander Protis. Her dowry brought land near the mouth of the Rhône, where the Greeks founded Massalia, the most important Continental shipping port in antiquity. The port flourished for some 500 years as a typical Greek city, enjoying the full flush of classical culture, its gods, its democratic political system, its sports and theater, and its naval prowess. Caesar changed all that, besieging the city in 49 BC and seizing most of its colonies. In 1214 Marseille was seized again, this time by Charles d'Anjou, and was later annexed to France by Henri IV in 1481, but it was not until Louis XIV took the throne that the biggest transformations of the port began; he pulled down the city walls in 1666 and expanded the port to the Rive Neuve (New Riverbank). The city was devastated by plague in 1720, losing more than half its population. By the time of the Revolution, Marseille was on the rebound once again, with industries of soap manufacturing and oil processing flourishing, encouraging a wave of immigration from Provence and Italy. With the opening of the Suez Canal in 1869, Marseille became the greatest boomtown in 19th-century Europe. With a large influx of immigrants from areas as exotic as Tangiers, the city quickly acquired the multicultural population it maintains to this day. | |||||||
8th08 | SepSep | 201919 | Genoa, Italy | 08:00 | 17:00 | ||
Genoa is a port city in the Northwest of Italy. Home to the Genoa Aquarium, famous for having the largest exposition of biodiversity in Europe, the city is also a great place to visit for anyone interested in architecture. | |||||||
9th09 | SepSep | 201919 | Naples, Italy | 11:00 | 19:30 | ||
Naples, in the Campania region, is Italy's third largest city. Its claim to fame is the spectacular location along one of the world's most splendid bays, backed by the perfect cone of Mount Vesuvius. In addition to its beautiful setting, Naples' surprises with other outstanding attractions such as the Royal Palace, San Carlos Opera House, the impressive National Archaeological Museum and the Castel Nuovo, dating from the 13th-century. The city's central area is best explored on foot. Chaotic traffic conditions make driving around the city a very frustrating experience. Naples provides a convenient starting point for trips to such favored destinations as Pompeii, Herculaneum and Mount Vesuvius. The Isle of Capri can be reached via a 45-minute hydrofoil service. The region of Campania was home to Greeks settlers some 300 years before Rome was founded. Pompeii, too, was a Greek town before being conquered by the Romans during the 5th century BC. It was under the Romans that Pompeii flourished and grew prosperous. When Mount Vesuvius erupted in 79 AD, the population of 20,000 was wiped out, but dozens of buildings were preserved under layers of cinder more than 20 feet deep. The most important finds from Pompeii are displayed in Naples' National Archaeological Museum. A visit here will no doubt enhance a visit to ancient Pompeii. | |||||||
10th10 | SepSep | 201919 | Messina, Italy | 08:00 | 18:00 | ||
Home to the Museo Regionale of Messina, known for featuring two of Caravaggio's paintings, the city is also famous for having been the capital of the ancient kingdom of Sicily. | |||||||
11th11 | SepSep | 201919 | Valletta, Malta | 08:00 | 18:00 | ||
Malta's capital, the minicity of Valletta, has ornate palaces and museums protected by massive fortifications of honey-color limestone. Houses along the narrow streets have overhanging wooden balconies for people-watching from indoors. Generations ago they gave housebound women a window on the world of the street. The main entrance to town is through the City Gate (where all bus routes end), which leads onto Triq Repubblika (Republic Street), the spine of the grid-pattern city and the main shopping street. Triq Mercante (Merchant Street) parallels Repubblika to the east and is also good for strolling. From these two streets, cross streets descend toward the water; some are stepped. Valletta's compactness makes it ideal to explore on foot. City Gate and the upper part of Valletta are experiencing vast redevelopment that includes a new Parliament Building and open-air performance venue. The complex, completed mid-2013, has numerous pedestrian detours in place along with building noise and dust. Before setting out along Republic Street, stop at the tourist information office on Merchant Street for maps and brochures. | |||||||
12th12 | SepSep | 201919 | At Sea | ||||
13th13 | SepSep | 201919 | Barcelona, Spain | 07:00 | 18:00 | ||
The infinite variety of street life, the nooks and crannies of the medieval Barri Gòtic, the ceramic tile and stained glass of Art Nouveau facades, the art and music, the throb of street life, the food (ah, the food!)—one way or another, Barcelona will find a way to get your full attention. The capital of Catalonia is a banquet for the senses, with its beguiling mix of ancient and modern architecture, tempting cafés and markets, and sun-drenched Mediterranean beaches. A stroll along La Rambla and through waterfront Barceloneta, as well as a tour of Gaudí's majestic Sagrada Famíliaand his other unique creations, are part of a visit to Spain's second-largest city. Modern art museums and chic shops call for attention, too. Barcelona's vibe stays lively well into the night, when you can linger over regional wine and cuisine at buzzing tapas bars. | |||||||
14th14 | SepSep | 201919 | Marseille, France, disembark the MSC Bellissima | 08:00 | |||
Since being designated a European Capital of Culture for 2013, with an estimated €660 million of funding in the bargain, Marseille has been in the throes of an extraordinary transformation, with no fewer than five major new arts centers, a beautifully refurbished port, revitalized neighborhoods, and a slew of new shops and restaurants. Once the underdog, this time-burnished city is now welcoming an influx of weekend tourists who have colonized entire neighborhoods and transformed them into elegant pieds-à-terre (or should we say, mer). The second-largest city in France, Marseille is one of Europe's most vibrant destinations. Feisty and fond of broad gestures, it is also as complicated and as cosmopolitan now as it was when a band of Phoenician Greeks first sailed into the harbor that is today's Vieux Port in 600 BC. Legend has it that on that same day a local chieftain's daughter, Gyptis, needed to choose a husband, and her wandering eyes settled on the Greeks' handsome commander Protis. Her dowry brought land near the mouth of the Rhône, where the Greeks founded Massalia, the most important Continental shipping port in antiquity. The port flourished for some 500 years as a typical Greek city, enjoying the full flush of classical culture, its gods, its democratic political system, its sports and theater, and its naval prowess. Caesar changed all that, besieging the city in 49 BC and seizing most of its colonies. In 1214 Marseille was seized again, this time by Charles d'Anjou, and was later annexed to France by Henri IV in 1481, but it was not until Louis XIV took the throne that the biggest transformations of the port began; he pulled down the city walls in 1666 and expanded the port to the Rive Neuve (New Riverbank). The city was devastated by plague in 1720, losing more than half its population. By the time of the Revolution, Marseille was on the rebound once again, with industries of soap manufacturing and oil processing flourishing, encouraging a wave of immigration from Provence and Italy. With the opening of the Suez Canal in 1869, Marseille became the greatest boomtown in 19th-century Europe. With a large influx of immigrants from areas as exotic as Tangiers, the city quickly acquired the multicultural population it maintains to this day. |
The images shown are for illustration purposes only and may not be an exact representation of what you find on the ship.
All beds can be both single or double (on request)
Spacious wardrobe, bathroom with shower or tub, interactive TV, telephone, Wifi connection available (for a fee), mini bar, air conditioning and safe.
This size range includes both standard cabins and cabins for guests with disabilities or reduced mobility, which are larger.
Capable of accommodating up to 10 people in comfort, our Cabins for Families comprise two or more connecting cabins each with it's own bathroom.
This kind of accommodation is only available with the Fantastica Experience.
Fantastica Experience
Two-deck-high stateroom.
On main level, open living/dining room with sofa that converts to double bed. On second level, master bedroom with double bed which can be converted into two single beds (on request).
Air conditioning, 2 walk-in wardrobes, 2 bathrooms (one with bathtub, one with shower), interactive TV, 2 telephones, wifi connection available (for a fee), mini bar and safe.
Large balcony with whirlpool bath.
Aurea Experience
All beds can be both single or double (on request).
Spacious wardrobe, bathroom with shower, interactive TV, telephone. Wifi connection available (for a fee) mini bar, safe and air conditioning
Single bed that can be transformed in a sofa
Spacious wardrobe, bathroom with shower, interactive TV, telephone. Wifi connection available (for a fee) mini bar, safe and air conditioning
All beds can be both single or double (on request). Spacious wardrobe, bathroom with large shower.
Interactive TV, telephone. Wifi connection available (for a fee) mini bar, coffee machine, safe and air conditioning.
MSC Yacht Club Benefits;
The elite cruise for exclusive travel
The epitome of elegance and luxury at sea, the MSC Yacht Club offers a cruise experience like no other.
PRIVILEGES
EXCLUSIVITY
WORLD OF CHOICE
All beds can be both single or double (on request). Spacious wardrobe. Bathroom with shower.
Interactive TV. Telephone. Wifi connection available (for a fee).
Mini bar, Nespresso type machine and safe. Air conditioning.
MSC Yacht Club Benefits;
The elite cruise for exclusive travel
The epitome of elegance and luxury at sea, the MSC Yacht Club offers a cruise experience like no other.
PRIVILEGES
EXCLUSIVITY
WORLD OF CHOICE
Double bed, spacious wardrobe. Bathroom with tub and shower.
Air conditioning, Interactive TV, telephone and safe. Wifi connection available (for a fee). Bar setup, refrigerator and Nespresso type machine.
Surface approx. 65 sq.m., with a balcony of 40 sq.m. with dining table and private whirlpool bath.
MSC Yacht Club Benefits;
The elite cruise for exclusive travelAll beds can be both single or double (on request).
Spacious wardrobe, bathroom with shower, interactive TV, telephone. Wifi connection available (for a fee), mini bar, safe and air conditioning.
Double bed which can be converted into two single beds (on request),
Air conditioning, large wardrobe, bathroom with shower, interactive TV, telephone, wifi connection available (for a fee), mini bar and safe.
Large angle balcony with private whirlpool bath. Surface approxim. 28-38 sq.m.
Aurea Experience
* ALL-INCLUSIVE 24HR DRINKS
Nothing stands between you and pure pleasure during your Aurea Experience, with all-inclusive alcoholic and soft drinks whenever thirst strikes. Allegrissimo Package in euro areas, and More for Less Package in dollar areas. Ask our staff for full information. (Starting from summer 2017, these package will be renamed All-Inclusive Restaurant & Bar Drink Package and All-Inclusive Classic Drink Package)
** Please make sure you book this with MSC Aurea Spa by the second day of your cruise. The Four Hands Bali Massage is not included.
The images shown are for illustration purposes only and may not be an exact representation of what you find on the ship.
Located on deck 6 at the heart of the iconic Mediterranean-style promenade, HOLA! Tapas Bar welcomes you into an amazing culinary experience created by the renowned Spanish chef Ramón Freixa, awarded two Michelin Stars. Designed as a social, dining experience where guests can enjoy shared plates and a wonderful celebration of the Mediterranean way of life.
The American-style steakhouse serves select prime cuts from around the world, accompanied by bold New World wines and cocktails with swagger.
Tradition and modernity go hand in hand in this stylish teppanyaki restaurant and sushi restaurant. This charming venue offers deliciously authentic Asian cuisine prepared on the spot with only the freshest, highest quality ingredients.
MSC Bellissima's main restaurants serve a mouthwatering blend of freshly prepared Mediterranean cuisine and international specialities in elegant surroundings.
The images shown are for illustration purposes only and may not be an exact representation of what you find on the ship.
This 96 m central promenade is filled with boutiques, restaurants and tranquil spots for shopping, eating and relaxing... as well as socialising. And in the evening, it comes alive with music, parties and entertainment.
The entire ceiling of the inside promenade will be covered by a giant 480 sq.m. LED screen transmitting visual magic round the clock: an atmospheric digital sky that animates the whole area from above with inspiring vistas, events, sunrises, sunsets and starry night skies.
An exclusive haven of refinement
Discover a ship within a ship. A place where you can savour exclusivity and privacy in a world of choice. Where you can indulge in the luxury of a private club, while enjoying access to the myriad recreation and entertainment possibilities that the rest of the ship affords.
Welcome to the MSC Yacht Club, a cruise experience like no other.
There are plenty of bars & lounges on board to choose from.
The images shown are for illustration purposes only and may not be an exact representation of what you find on the ship.
Kids from 3 to 11 years of age can participate in a whole host of fun activities thanks to our partnership with LEGO®. A great selection of LEGO® bricks and equipment are available in our Mini and Juniors Clubs. What's more, every cruise includes a special event, the LEGO® Experience On Board: an entire day dedicated to fun LEGO activities for the whole family to enjoy.
The images shown are for illustration purposes only and may not be an exact representation of what you find on the ship.
7 nights aboard the MSC Bellissima | |||
Drinks packages available. | |||
Evening entertainment & Broadway style shows | |||
Speciality Restaurants (charges may apply) | |||
Upgrade to the Yacht Club Experience | |||
Award winning MSC Aurea Spa (charges apply) | |||
Gratuities Included | |||
Port Taxes and Fees | |||
ABTA and ATOL Protection* |
Date 7th Sep 2019 |
Nts 7 |
Please Call for Availability |
Date 7th Sep 2019 |
Nts 7 |
Please Call for Availability |
Interior staterooms | |||
I1 | Inside Bella | ||
I2 | Inside Fantastica | ||
YIN | Yacht Club Inside | ||
Oceanview staterooms | |||
O1 | Outside Bella | ||
O2 | Outside Fantastica | ||
Balcony staterooms | |||
B1 | Balcony Bella | ||
B2 | Balcony Fantastica | ||
B3 | Balcony Aurea | ||
Suite staterooms | |||
S2 | Suite Fantastica | ||
S3 | Suite Aurea | ||
YC1 | Yacht Club Deluxe Suite | ||
YC3 | Yacht Club Royal Suite | ||
Interior | Oceanview | Balcony | Suite | |
(All prices are £GBP per person) | ||||
Sat 14th Sep 201914 Sep 19 | 879 | 949 | 1,049 | 1,689 |
Sat 14th Sep 201914 Sep 19 | 1,109 | 1,179 | 1,279 | 1,919 |
Sat 21st Sep 201921 Sep 19 | 799 | 949 | 1,099 | 1,669 |
Sat 21st Sep 201921 Sep 19 | 979 | 1,129 | 1,279 | 1,849 |
Sat 28th Sep 201928 Sep 19 | 699 | 899 | 1,609 | |
Sat 28th Sep 201928 Sep 19 | 879 | 1,079 | 1,789 | |
Sat 5th Oct 201905 Oct 19 | 749 | 949 | 1,619 | |
Sat 5th Oct 201905 Oct 19 | 979 | 1,179 | 1,849 | |
Sat 12th Oct 201912 Oct 19 | 699 | 849 | 1,459 | 1,559 |
Sat 12th Oct 201912 Oct 19 | 929 | 1,079 | 1,689 | 1,789 |
Sat 19th Oct 201919 Oct 19 | 829 | 2,389 | ||
Sat 19th Oct 201919 Oct 19 | 1,059 | 2,619 | ||
Sat 26th Oct 201926 Oct 19 | 829 | 949 | 999 | 1,829 |
Sat 26th Oct 201926 Oct 19 | 1,009 | 1,129 | 1,179 | 2,009 |
Sat 2nd Nov 201902 Nov 19 | 629 | 799 | 1,479 | |
Sat 2nd Nov 201902 Nov 19 | 809 | 979 | 1,659 |
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