Netherlands, Belgium, France, United Kingdom, Germany

8 nights from £629pp departing Tuesday 31st Dec 2024

Itinerary

Map

					Arrive	Depart
	31st31	DecDec	202424	Rotterdam, Netherlands, embark on the MSC Preziosa		20:00
Rotterdam is a city that's a long way removed from most people's stereotypical notion of the Netherlands. There are few, if any, canals to be found here nor are there any quaint windmills. There is, however, a thriving modern city which is one of the busiest ports in the entire world.
	1st01	JanJan	202525	Zeebrugge, Belgium	07:00	18:00
In 1895 work began to construct a new seaport and harbour next to the tiny village of Zeebrugge, situated on the North Sea coast. Today the fast-expanding port of Zeebrugge is one of the busiest in Europe and its marina is Belgium’s most important fishing port. Many attempts were made to destroy this important port during both World Wars. Zeebrugge is ideally located for discovering the historic city of Bruges, and delightful seaside resorts with long sandy beaches can be visited by using the trams that run the whole length of the Belgian coast. Please note that no food may be taken ashore in Belgium. We shall not be offering shuttle buses to Bruges, but you may visit the city on an optional excursion: those visiting Bruges should note that there may be quite a long walk from the coach to the town centre.
	2nd02	JanJan	202525	Le Havre, France	09:00	21:00
Le Havre, founded by King Francis I of France in 1517, is located inUpper Normandy on the north bank of the mouth of the River Seine, which isconsidered the most frequented waterway in the world. Its port is ranked thesecond largest in France. The city was originally built on marshland andmudflats that were drained in the 1500’s. During WWII most of Le Havre wasdestroyed by Allied bombing raids. Post war rebuilding of the city followed thedevelopment plans of the well-known Belgian architect Auguste Perre. Thereconstruction was so unique that the entire city was listed as a UNESCO WorldHeritage Site in 2005.
	3rd03	JanJan	202525	Southampton, England	07:00	20:00
Lying near the head of Southampton Water, a peninsula between the estuaries of the Rivers Test and Itchen, Southampton is Britain’s largest cruise port. It has been one of England’s major ports since the Middle Ages, when it exported wool and hides from the hinterland and imported wine from Bordeaux. The city suffered heavy damage during World War Two and as a result the centre has been extensively rebuilt, but there are still some interesting medieval buildings including the Bargate, one of the finest city gatehouses in England.
	4th04	JanJan	202525	At Sea
	5th05	JanJan	202525	Hamburg, Germany	07:00	21:00
Hamburg is Germany’s second-largest city with a history dating back to Charlemagne. A major port, this vibrant city is home to art and culture, extensive shopping facilities, Baroque buildings and waterfront vistas. With its well-known fish market, art galleries and Museums together with several beautiful parks including a botanical garden, this is a city with something for everyone. British visitors who remember the Swinging Sixties may like to visit the streets around Grosse Freiheit, where an unknown pop group called The Beatles gave their first public performances in various local clubs before achieving worldwide fame.
	6th06	JanJan	202525	At Sea
	7th07	JanJan	202525	Zeebrugge, Belgium	07:00	18:00
In 1895 work began to construct a new seaport and harbour next to the tiny village of Zeebrugge, situated on the North Sea coast. Today the fast-expanding port of Zeebrugge is one of the busiest in Europe and its marina is Belgium’s most important fishing port. Many attempts were made to destroy this important port during both World Wars. Zeebrugge is ideally located for discovering the historic city of Bruges, and delightful seaside resorts with long sandy beaches can be visited by using the trams that run the whole length of the Belgian coast. Please note that no food may be taken ashore in Belgium. We shall not be offering shuttle buses to Bruges, but you may visit the city on an optional excursion: those visiting Bruges should note that there may be quite a long walk from the coach to the town centre.
	8th08	JanJan	202525	Rotterdam, Netherlands, disembark the MSC Preziosa	07:00
Rotterdam is a city that's a long way removed from most people's stereotypical notion of the Netherlands. There are few, if any, canals to be found here nor are there any quaint windmills. There is, however, a thriving modern city which is one of the busiest ports in the entire world.

MSC Preziosa

Launch Year

2013

Tonnage

139,072

Capacity

4,345

Cabins

1,751

Accessible

Deck 18 - Topazio

Deck 16 - Acquamarina

Deck 15 - Cristallo

Deck 14 - Smeraldo

Deck 13 - Ametista

Deck 12 - Opale

Deck 11 - Giada

Deck 10 - Tormalina

Deck 8 - Onice

Deck 7 - Rubino

Deck 6 - Diamante

The images shown are for illustration purposes only and may not be an exact representation of what you find on the ship.

MSC Yacht Club Deluxe Suite

Price guides

Grade Code		From	To
YC1	Yacht Club Deluxe Suite	£2,449	£2,449

Surface 22 sqm, balcony 6 sqm, decks 15-16
Sitting area with sofa
Spacious wardrobe
Bathroom with shower or bathtub , vanity area with hairdryer
Comfortable double or single beds (on request)
Wifi connection included
Interactive TV, telephone, safe and minibar

Discover a world of privileges with MSC Yacht Club including:

24-Hour Butler service and dedicated concierge
Premium Extra Drink and Premium Internet packages included
Complimentary Access to the Thermal Suite in the MSC Aurea SPA
Discounts: 20% on a dedicated Specialty Restaurant prepaid package; 40% on a dedicated SPA prepaid package and 10% on all SPA treatments on board.
1 Free cruise change

The image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same cabin category).

MSC Yacht Club Executive and Family Suite

Price guides

Grade Code		From	To
YC2	Yacht Club Executive & Family Suite	£2,939	£2,939

Surface 40-51 sqm, deck 12
Panoramic Sealed Window
Sitting area with sofa
Spacious wardrobe
Bathroom with shower or bathtub, vanity area with hairdryer
Comfortable double or single beds (on request)
Wifi connection included
Interactive TV, telephone, safe and minibar

Discover a world of privileges with MSC Yacht Club including:

24-Hour Butler service and dedicated concierge
Premium Extra Drink and Premium Internet packages included
Complimentary Access to the Thermal Suite in the MSC Aurea SPA
Discounts: 20% on a dedicated Specialty Restaurant prepaid package; 40% on a dedicated SPA prepaid package and 10% on all SPA treatments on board.
1 Free cruise change

The image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same cabin category).

MSC Yacht Club Royal Suite

Price guides

Grade Code		From	To
YC3	Yacht Club Royal Suite	£3,929	£3,929

Surface 36 sqm and balcony with dining table 16 sqm, deck 16.
Separate living area and dining room
Bathroom with bathtub and shower, vanity area with hairdryer
Walk-in wardrobes
Comfortable double or single beds (on request)
Wifi connection included
Interactive TV, telephone, safe and minibar

Discover a world of privileges with MSC Yacht Club including:

24-Hour Butler service and dedicated concierge
Premium Extra Drink and Premium Internet packages included
Complimentary Access to the Thermal Suite in the MSC Aurea SPA
Discounts: 20% on a dedicated Specialty Restaurant prepaid package; 40% on a dedicated SPA prepaid package and 10% on all SPA treatments on board.
1 Free cruise change

The image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same cabin category).

The images shown are for illustration purposes only and may not be an exact representation of what you find on the ship.

La Locanda

La Locanda is Preziosa’s Pizzeria Wine bar, seating 105 guests and located on deck 7 of the ship just outside the Italian Eataly and Ristorante Italia restaurants.

The casual dining option serves traditional fresh stone baked pizza along with complimentary tapas and hors d’oeuvres to enjoy with a selection of wine either by the glass or bottle, cocktails, beer and cider.

The menu includes a 1m long pizza for guests to enjoy along with a metre long strip of wood containing the equivalent of 10 glasses of beer to quench their thirst.

L’Arabesque

L’Arabesque is Preziosa's other Main Dining Room offering panoramic views and located on deck 6 with seating for 766 passengers.

With open seating for waiter served breakfast (from 7am to 10am) and lunch (12 to 2.00pm), dinner is served over two seatings with 1st seating around 7.15pm and 2nd at 9.45pm and features assigned seating. This means∘ that guests are allocated a set dining time at a specific table in one of the two MDR's for the duration of the cruise.

Serving a range of Italian and international cuisine, the evening menu offers a seven course continental style menu.

The Golden Lobster

The Golden Lobster restaurant is the ship's main dining room split over two levels on decks 5 and 6 with seating for 626 and 529 guests respectively.

With open seating for waiter served breakfast (from 7am to 10am) and lunch (12 to 2.00pm), dinner is served over two seatings with 1st seating around 7.15pm and 2nd at 9.45pm and features assigned seating∘. This means that guests are allocated a set dining time at a specific table in one of the two MDR's for the duration of the cruise.

Serving a range of Italian and international cuisine, the evening menu offers a seven course continental style menu.

An example of the dishes served is as follows:-

Salad of the Day (e.g. Greek Salad)
Soup (such as Oxtail consommé or shellfish bisque)
Pasta or Risotto (spinach and Ricotta ravioli or truffle scented pumpkin risotto)
Main Course (Baked leg of lamb, mixed vegetable tempura)
Cheese Platter
Desserts (e.g. tiramisu, pannacotta, ice cream or fresh fruit).

The images shown are for illustration purposes only and may not be an exact representation of what you find on the ship.

Safari Lounge

The Safari lounge on deck 7 seats 295 guests and is the ship's show lounge with its own bar and dance floor. Entertainment on offer ranges from bingo to international dance music.

Galaxy Lounge

Galaxy Lounge on deck 16 is the ship's nightclub served by its own bar with a themed cocktail menu for guests to sample in-between dancing.

La Locanda

Serving a wide selection of wines by the glass or bottle along with cocktails, 22 different varieties of bottled and draught beer and cider with complimentary hors d’ouevres is La Locanda. The bar can be found on deck 7 of the ship with seating for 105 guests and offers the ideal place to start or end an evening.

Art Gallery

The Art Gallery features a selection of artwork from fine prints, lithographs, water colours and oils which can be purchased during the ship's champagne art auctions.

It is located outside the Sports Bar and Jazz Bar on deck 7.

4D Cinema

Visit our on-board 4D Cinema for a chance to enter a world of adventure without having to leave the comfort of your seat. Enjoy a unique cinematic experience, full of surprising features and visual effects.

Available on: MSC Seaview, MSC Seaside, MSC Meraviglia, MSC Preziosa, MSC Divina, MSC Splendida, MSC Fantasia, MSC Magnifica.

Type of service: Charges apply

Cyber Cafe

Guests can access the internet and their emails either using their own portable wireless devices or via the ship's Cybercafe on deck 5 opposite the Bar, where guests can use the 15 stations to access the internet. Charges are 15 cents per minute or if preferred a package of minutes may be purchased.

€12 for 60 minutes
€19 for 100 minutes
€45 for 30 minutes
€59 for 480 minutes
€145 for 1440 minute

Boutiques

The ship boasts a variety of shops and boutiques.

From the MSC Logo shop that sells MSC clothes, souvenirs and toys, La Profumeria selling a range of cosmetics and perfumes including Dior and Marc Jacobs.

La Boutique, on deck 6 sells men's, women's and children's fashion with brands including Polo, Ralph Lauren, Lacoste and Armani, and the L'Angolo Dell'Oggetto sells sunglasses, watches and fashion jewellery on deck 6 also.

The Duty Free Shop sells a range of tobaccos, liquors and snacks and is located on deck 6.

Sweet Shop

La Caramella, on deck 6, is the ship's candy and confectionary shop, featuring a large variety of pic ‘n’ mix sweets along with a small selection of toys all at duty free prices.

The Pool Bars

The Pool bars are located by the Pool on deck 14.

Preziosa Bar

The Bar is on deck 5 by the central atrium with 28 seats.

Guests can enjoy a drink here whilst listening to classical piano music, string quartets and singers.

El Dorado Piano Bar

The ship's Piano and Martini Bar, seats 108 and is located on deck 7.

Millennium Star Casino

The Casino, seating 323 features Roulette, poker, blackjack, and slot machines. It is served by its own bar.

Green Sax Jazz Bar

The Green Sax Jazz Bar has seating for 106 visitors and features live jazz music along with a special range of 'made to measure' drinks.

Diamond Bar & Library

The Diamond Bar overlooks the central atrium and is located on deck 6 serving the foyer area. It can seat up to 98 guests who can enjoy the musical entertainment from the bottom of the atrium.

The ideal place to settle down for a relaxing read from the extensive range of books, available in multiple languages, from the library and reading area which is incorporated into the bar area itself. A selection of board games can also be found in the library for guests' use.

Sports Bar

The name says it all; onboard passengers are unlikely to find a better place to relax and catch a game. There's a wide variety of sport shown here, from football to cricket, basketball to ice hockey, something to suit all tastes. Passengers will find a variety of alcoholic and soft drink awaiting, all of which are complimented by a sports-inspired menu, serving up dishes from all around the world.

The Sports Lounge on deck 7 is a multi-screen themed sports bar with seating for 87 passengers.

Featuring a customised drinks menu and snacks, it is also home to the two lane bowling alley which attracts a charge of €6 per game.

Platinum Theatre

The 1,600 seat Theatre Lounge found onboard offers at least 6 different shows, and spans two decks. The seats are tiered, allowing guests to enjoy some of the most varied shows found at sea with the best view possible.

Main production shows are shown at 8.00pm for guests on 1st dinner seating and 10.15pm for those on 2nd dinner seating.

Two decks high and located on decks 6 and 7, it features Broadway style shows, illusionists, dancing on ice shows and circus extravaganzas.

During the day it also hosts bingo games and conferences

The images shown are for illustration purposes only and may not be an exact representation of what you find on the ship.

Your Holiday Is Safe With Us

Our Fusion packages are all ABTA & ATOL protected ensuring that your booking is safe with us

Offer

Book by

Fusion Special

Book by

Holiday Summary

	8 nights aboard the MSC Preziosa
	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*

	Interior	Oceanview	Balcony	Suite
	(All prices are £GBP per person)
Tue 14th Jan 202514 Jan 25	659	759	869	1,299