MSC Italian Cruises is a division of Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC), a privately owned company with a longstanding history on the seas. MSC Italian Cruises combines a deep heritage at sea with an enthusiastic, young, motivated management team to present a company philosophy of Innovation = Tradition.

MSC Italian Cruises uniquely blends maritime traditions, culture and famous Mediterranean cuisine to deliver the ultimate cruise experience while displaying a real commitment to the finest hospitality afloat. In essence, MSC Italian Cruises has made true Italian service the heart of its business and its key point of differentiation in the cruise industry.

MSC Cruises' itineraries will take you to both celebrated and far-flung ports of call. At each incredible stop you can choose from any number of shore excursions and day program. One afternoon spent touring museums and galleries, the next relaxing on a quiet beach.

Discover the Mediterranean's sun-baked beaches and rustic villages, ancient ruins and glamorous cities or cruise the many variations of sparkling beaches and turquoise waters of the Caribbean islands.

Visit Northern Europe's Baltic Capitals of Stockholm, St. Petersburg, Helsinki & Copenhagen, tour the Norwegian Fjords or take the Midnight Sun cruise to see why Norway has its legendary nickname.

Explore Costa Rica's lush tropics by entering the Panama Canal at Cristobal or witness the passion and culture of South America during Carnaval. If you have the time, you can experience the old-world tradition of a Trans-Atlantic crossing where you get the best of several destinations' the warmth of the Caribbean sun and the legendary warmth of the Mediterranean.