Why Choose MSC Cruises? Everything You Need to Know Before Booking

MSC Cruises is one of the world’s leading cruise lines, and it’s a great place to start if you’ve never sailed before. But why should you choose MSC Cruises, and what makes it an ideal choice for either your first cruise or your first time with a new cruise line? With the insights of our Cruise Experts, let’s look at everything you need to know about MSC before making your choice.

A Quick Verdict: Is MSC Cruises Good?

For our Cruise Experts, the answer is easy: yes! MSC Cruises is an excellent choice for guests looking for a voyage characterised by a modern ship, great value for their money, and an international atmosphere. MSC’s impressive fleet of 23 ships rivals the best for facilities and comfort, and it’s one of the fastest-growing cruise lines in the world, adding more destinations and amenities to its offering every year.

The Pros: What MSC Cruises Gets Right

With our expert opinion out of the way, let’s look at specifics. The ideal cruise line varies by cruiser, so deciding whether to choose MSC comes down to assessing whether it offers what you’re looking for in a cruise. 

Genuine Value for Money

When you book with MSC, you’re guaranteed to get an experience that’s worth every penny. With typically lower fares than other lines with similar-sized modern ships, the base price is a huge positive if you’re looking to try a cruise holiday without overspending. Note, these lower fares are before add-ons, so you can tailor your experience further based on how much you’re looking to spend.

Modern, Stylish Ships

MSC boasts one of the youngest fleets at sea. With additions as recent as 2025 (MSC World America), guests can expect the latest innovations in interior design, from dramatic atriums and LED sky-screens to comfortable cabins and record-length slides.

Ocean Cay MSC Marine Reserve

If you’re craving an experience that’s available nowhere else, MSC has its own private island in the Bahamas, purpose-built for just that. While other cruise lines feature private beach days, MSC invites its guests to explore its very own slice of paradise, complete with a restored marine habitat and dedicated Yacht Club beach area.

Points to Consider Before Booking

A Distinctly European Onboard Atmosphere

As a Swiss-Italian-owned line, MSC’s sailings appeal to passengers across Europe and the world, so you can meet fellow guests from all over. We know that some guests prefer a more quintessentially British atmosphere while travelling, as provided by P&O Cruises or Cunard, so you can choose whichever you prefer.

Costs Can Add Up Outside the Fare

As with many cruise lines, items like speciality dining, Wi-Fi and gratuities are not included in MSC’s base fare. All-inclusive packages are available, and our Cruise Experts are more than happy to help you select the right packages to suit your budget and needs.

Discover MSC Cruises Destinations

At Bolsover Cruise Club, we offer a variety of MSC Cruises itineraries to the world’s most beautiful destinations. Whether you’re seeking sunshine or spectacle, check out our full range of MSC voyages.

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Are MSC Cruises All-Inclusive?

While MSC voyages aren’t all-inclusive by default, you can add all-inclusive packages; the most comprehensive option is the Yacht Club package. 

What’s Included in Every MSC Fare

• Accommodation
• Meals in the main dining room and buffet
• Entertainment
• Standard onboard activities
• Basic drinks (water, tea, filter coffee and juice at breakfast)

What Costs Extra

• Speciality dining
• Alcoholic and speciality drinks
• Wi-Fi
• Gratuities
• Shore excursions

Specific package prices and inclusions can vary by region and in availability. Our Cruise Experts keep up to date with all package options for MSC, so we’re happy to guide you through the selection process if you’d like some help.

What Is the MSC Yacht Club?

We’ve already come across it a few times, so let’s spotlight one of the best parts about this cruise line: MSC Yacht Club. This is a private, ship-within-a-ship enclave on MSC’s larger ships, with its own cabins, restaurant, lounge, pool deck, and dedicated service team.

What Does Yacht Club Get You on MSC?

As the luxury, all-inclusive tier of MSC’s offerings, MSC Yacht Club provides the very best perks. These include: 

• Priority & Private Service: A personal butler for reservations, unpacking and daily requests, a 24-hour dedicated concierge desk and priority embarkation, boarding and disembarkation.
• Exclusive Venues: Access to a private Yacht Club restaurant, lounge and sun deck with its own saltwater pool and whirlpools. Plus access to a private area on Ocean Cay MSC Marine Reserve, with butler-guided transfers on some itineraries
• All-Inclusive Food & Drink: A premium drinks package as standard (broadly equivalent to Premium Extra), plus a stocked in-suite minibar, all-day canapes and afternoon tea.
• Suite Comfort & Extras: Larger balconies and premium in-suite amenities than standard cabins, plus access to the thermal spa suite (sauna, steam room, salt room) and a two-device Wi-Fi package included in the fare.

Who Should Choose MSC Cruises?

Want our Cruise Experts’ opinion? We’re always striving to match our customers with the cruise that genuinely matches their holiday style, so here are a few of our insights that might help you in deciding whether MSC Cruises is the right fit for you:

• Families: With a variety of onboard entertainment and activities, families will have plenty of choices for how to spend their days at sea together.
• First-Time Cruisers: The contemporary quality and innovative cruise offering of MSC’s ships ensure first-time cruisers get as good an initial sailing experience as available anywhere else. Comfort and fun are guaranteed, making the first voyage special, whatever the destination.
• Couples: Thanks to its Yacht Club package, MSC caters to those looking for a romantic escape steeped in luxury service and quality time together sailing the seas.

Frequently Asked Questions about MSC Cruises

How Many Ships Are in the MSC Fleet?

MSC currently operates 23 ships:

What Are the Newest MSC Cruise Ships?

MSC World America is the latest addition to the MSC fleet (2025).

What is the Best MSC Cruise Ship?

This is a tricky question because each MSC ship is tailored to a different cruising style. MSC World Europa is great for those seeking a wide range of entertainment, while MSC Musica satisfies that quieter, more traditional cruise style. Our Cruise Experts can help if you’re unsure which ship to choose.

Discover Your Perfect Cruise Getaway with Bolsover Cruise Club

Get ready to book your next MSC Cruise getaway with all of the major cruise lines available here at Bolsover Cruise Club. If you need help booking a cruise, please do not hesitate to contact us. A member of our team will be happy to assist you.