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Mid East Info
26-04-2025
- Business
- Mid East Info
MSC CRUISES UNVEILS PREMIUM STAYCATIONS AT SEA WITH MSC EURIBIA'S WINTER GULF SEASON - Middle East Business News and Information
Guests are invited to embark on a refined staycation this winter aboard MSC Euribia to discover the beauty of the Gulf region during the best season of the year. 3, 4- and 7-night itineraries on offer include dazzling highlights such as Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Qatar and other Arabian Gulf gems . The cruise line has also announced MSC World Europa will sail to the region in winter 2026–2027, offering itineraries including Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Qatar and reaffirming MSC Cruises long-term commitment to the Gulf cruise sector. Dubai, United Arab Emirates – April 2025 – This winter, MSC Cruises is redefining the concept of the luxury staycation with the return of its iconic ship, MSC Euribia , to the Arabian Gulf. From November 2025, guests will be able to choose from 3, 4, or 7-night roundtrip cruises departing from Dubai and exploring the very best of the region, including Abu Dhabi, Doha, and Sir Bani Yas Island. Crafted for travellers seeking premium, stress-free travel, these elegant itineraries offer a unique opportunity to enjoy a luxurious escape close to home, without the need for flights and complex planning. With everything available in one place, including gourmet dining, world-class entertainment, family-friendly activities, spa, shopping and more, MSC Euribia becomes part of the destination. For those seeking ultimate exclusivity, the MSC Yacht Club offers a private sanctuary with 24-hour butler service, a dedicated restaurant and sundeck, priority access across the ship, and keycard-only areas. It's the perfect match for guests who value both privacy and personalised service, while still enjoying access to the ship's full array of amenities. Angelo Capurro, Executive Director MSC Cruises commented ' We're seeing growing demand from GCC travellers seeking a luxurious and effortless way to rediscover the beauty of their own region. MSC Euribia offers the ideal solution, combining the ease of all-in-one travel with the elegance and comfort of a world-class cruise. And for those looking for an elevated experience, the MSC Yacht Club delivers the utmost in exclusivity, privacy, and personalised service.' Winter is the most beautiful time to cruise the Arabian Gulf, with mild temperatures, clear skies, and comfortable sea conditions to enjoy both city exploration and beach retreats. Highlights from the Arabian Gulf MSC Euribia cruises include: Dubai, UAE: The journey starts in Dubai, the most happening hotspot of the UAE, where travellers will explore world-renowned landmarks, marvel at architectural wonders, and enjoy an endless array of luxury shopping, fine dining, and vibrant entertainment that make this iconic city a global favourite. Abu Dhabi, UAE: In the United Arab Emirates' dazzling capital, from the awe-inspiring Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque to world-class attractions like the Louvre Abu Dhabi, guests can immerse themselves in art, heritage, and luxury alike. Sir Bani Yas, UAE: Guests can unwind on the serene shores of Sir Bani Yas Island, the largest natural island in the UAE, known for its pristine beaches and unique wildlife encounters. Exclusive to MSC Cruises on sailing days, the island features a nearly mile-long beach oasis reserved just for guests. Whether relaxing in the sun or exploring the Arabian Wildlife Park, home to some of the region's rarest free-roaming animals, Sir Bani Yas promises a day of discovery and tranquility. Doha, Qatar: Recognised as one of the new 7 Wonders Cities, Doha is a fast-growing and exciting destination. From the vibrant Souq Waqif to the rich Mushreib Museums or the stunning Katara Village, Doha offers an unparalleled cultural offering for guests to enjoy. Manama, Bahrain: The enchanting city of Manama invites guests to explore its rich heritage, bustling souks, and striking skyline. From the ancient Bahrain Fort and vibrant Bab Al Bahrain market to contemporary art galleries and luxury shopping, the capital offers a unique glimpse into the Kingdom's cultural depth and cosmopolitan charm. MSC Euribia will depart for her first seasonal Gulf sailing on 8 November 2025 and offer from 3, to 4 and up to 7-night sailing available for booking now. MSC World Europa will sail to the region in winter 2026–2027, offering itineraries including Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Qatar and reaffirming MSC Cruises long-term commitment to the Gulf cruise sector. MSC Cruises' commitment to the Gulf region and its growing popularity as a premier cruise destination is further underscored by its presence at Arabian Travel Market this year with the brand's first-ever dedicated booth at the travel tradeshow. About MSC Cruises: Headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland, the privately-owned MSC Cruises is the world's third largest cruise line and the market leader in Europe with a strong and growing presence in North America. A global cruise brand with 23 modern ships offering cruises across five continents, guests can visit more than 100 countries worldwide with more than 300 destinations, making unforgettable memories and enjoying the finest hospitality.
Yahoo
17-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
24-hour butlers and private hot tubs: Inside MSC Cruises' biggest Yacht Club yet
MSC Cruises' newest megaship is so big it has another vessel inside it – sort of. MSC Yacht Club, a luxe area only accessible by keycard with its own accommodations and amenities, spans seven decks on board MSC World America. The line's new U.S. flagship – designed with American guests in mind – is home to the largest Yacht Club in the line's fleet. 'I must say, U.S. guests love MSC Yacht Club,' Lynn Torrent, president of MSC Cruises North America, said at a media briefing during a preview cruise ahead of the ship's maiden voyage that departed Saturday. 'They love that they have access to everything that the ship has to offer, all of the amenities … but they can also go back and unwind in their private spaces.' MSC World America's Yacht Club has 152 suites, ranging from Interior Suites measuring around 161 square feet to the Owner's Suite at roughly 840 to 1,119 square feet (in addition to a spacious balcony with a private hot tub). MSC has Yacht Clubs on 15 out of 23 ships in its fleet. I toured World America's Yacht Club starting in its Top Sail Lounge where, on a normal morning, passengers were chatting in plush, cream and brown-colored chairs. Sunlight poured in through floor-to-ceiling windows, with panoramic views of the ocean outside, and flowers adorned tables. The space was large but quiet, a serene alternative to busier public parts of the ship from the moment I entered. In addition to the Top Sail Lounge, guests receive access to other exclusive areas. From there, a shimmering staircase leads passengers to the MSC Yacht Club Restaurant open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Guests can also eat at an outdoor bar and grill, or visit a pop-up fine dining experience inside the La Brasserie buffet. Passengers don't have to go far to reach the pool either: at a private two-level sun deck, they can swim, soak in the whirlpool and relax in loungers. Yacht Club guests can enjoy the kind of laid-back vacation they might find on smaller vessels, while taking advantage of the thrill rides, wide range of restaurants and bars and other activities on the massive 6,764-passenger ship whenever they like. Other perks include the line's Premium Extra beverage package; Wi-Fi; priority access to entertainment venues; access to the onboard spa's thermal area; 24-hour butler and concierge service and more. Butlers can unpack luggage, deliver room service, escort guests to a reserved section of the theater and assist with disembarkation, among other services. Those benefits also apply to the line's private island in the Bahamas, Ocean Cay MSC Marine Reserve. Yacht Club guests can walk or take a shuttle to Ocean House and Ocean House Beach, a private area fresh from a recent expansion with two bars, a restaurant, seaside cabanas and more. Dueling pianos and 'Dirty Dancing': This is MSC's most American ship yet Prices vary by sailing date and suite category, but an Interior Suite in World America's Yacht Club currently costs $3,253 per person based on double occupancy, including taxes and fees, for a seven-night Western Caribbean and Bahamas cruise departing July 12. By contrast, a regular interior stateroom on the same sailing – without Yacht Club's inclusions – starts at $949 per person. The reporter on this story received access to this event from MSC Cruises. USA TODAY maintains editorial control of content. Nathan Diller is a consumer travel reporter for USA TODAY based in Nashville. You can reach him at ndiller@ This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: This cruise ship Yacht Club offers private hot tubs, 24-hour butlers
USA Today
17-04-2025
- Business
- USA Today
24-hour butlers and private hot tubs: Inside MSC Cruises' biggest Yacht Club yet
24-hour butlers and private hot tubs: Inside MSC Cruises' biggest Yacht Club yet Show Caption Hide Caption MSC World America: The most American cruise ship yet MSC World America, the newest ship from MSC Cruises, features 19 dining venues, 18 bars and lounges and many more. MSC World America, MSC Cruises' new U.S. flagship, features the largest MSC Yacht Club in the fleet, a luxurious "ship-within-a-ship" experience. The Yacht Club offers exclusive amenities including private lounges, restaurants, a pool deck, butler service, and premium beverages. Guests enjoy the tranquility of private spaces while still having access to all the megaship's entertainment and dining options. Yacht Club accommodations range from interior suites to spacious owner's suites with balconies and hot tubs. MSC Cruises' newest megaship is so big it has another vessel inside it – sort of. MSC Yacht Club, a luxe area only accessible by keycard with its own accommodations and amenities, spans seven decks on board MSC World America. The line's new U.S. flagship – designed with American guests in mind – is home to the largest Yacht Club in the line's fleet. 'I must say, U.S. guests love MSC Yacht Club,' Lynn Torrent, president of MSC Cruises North America, said at a media briefing during a preview cruise ahead of the ship's maiden voyage that departed Saturday. 'They love that they have access to everything that the ship has to offer, all of the amenities … but they can also go back and unwind in their private spaces.' How big is the MSC Yacht Club? MSC World America's Yacht Club has 152 suites, ranging from Interior Suites measuring around 161 square feet to the Owner's Suite at roughly 840 to 1,119 square feet (in addition to a spacious balcony with a private hot tub). MSC has Yacht Clubs on 15 out of 23 ships in its fleet. I toured World America's Yacht Club starting in its Top Sail Lounge where, on a normal morning, passengers were chatting in plush, cream and brown-colored chairs. Sunlight poured in through floor-to-ceiling windows, with panoramic views of the ocean outside, and flowers adorned tables. The space was large but quiet, a serene alternative to busier public parts of the ship from the moment I entered. What does MSC Yacht Club include? In addition to the Top Sail Lounge, guests receive access to other exclusive areas. From there, a shimmering staircase leads passengers to the MSC Yacht Club Restaurant open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Guests can also eat at an outdoor bar and grill, or visit a pop-up fine dining experience inside the La Brasserie buffet. Passengers don't have to go far to reach the pool either: at a private two-level sun deck, they can swim, soak in the whirlpool and relax in loungers. Yacht Club guests can enjoy the kind of laid-back vacation they might find on smaller vessels, while taking advantage of the thrill rides, wide range of restaurants and bars and other activities on the massive 6,764-passenger ship whenever they like. Other perks include the line's Premium Extra beverage package; Wi-Fi; priority access to entertainment venues; access to the onboard spa's thermal area; 24-hour butler and concierge service and more. Butlers can unpack luggage, deliver room service, escort guests to a reserved section of the theater and assist with disembarkation, among other services. Those benefits also apply to the line's private island in the Bahamas, Ocean Cay MSC Marine Reserve. Yacht Club guests can walk or take a shuttle to Ocean House and Ocean House Beach, a private area fresh from a recent expansion with two bars, a restaurant, seaside cabanas and more. Dueling pianos and 'Dirty Dancing': This is MSC's most American ship yet How much does MSC Yacht Club cost? Prices vary by sailing date and suite category, but an Interior Suite in World America's Yacht Club currently costs $3,253 per person based on double occupancy, including taxes and fees, for a seven-night Western Caribbean and Bahamas cruise departing July 12. By contrast, a regular interior stateroom on the same sailing – without Yacht Club's inclusions – starts at $949 per person. The reporter on this story received access to this event from MSC Cruises. USA TODAY maintains editorial control of content. Nathan Diller is a consumer travel reporter for USA TODAY based in Nashville. You can reach him at ndiller@
Miami Herald
10-04-2025
- Business
- Miami Herald
Inside a new cruise ship: 22 decks, a dozen restaurants, a mall. Take a tour
MSC Cruises unveiled the MSC World America on April 9. The ship, the largest in company history, will call PortMiami home, at a sleek new terminal unveiled a few days earlier. Let's take a tour for a sneak peek of the 22-deck cruise ship: On board the MSC World America for a tour First, let's grab a slice of pizza and a burger on the promenade level. Then let's shop at a gallery featuring cosmetics and fragrances from Chanel, Tom Ford, even Marc Anthony. Now let's gather at Jean-Philippe Maury's specialty chocolate and coffee cafe MSC World America has 2,614 staterooms that can accommodate a total of 6,762 guests. It has 2,138 crew members. The ship offers a range of rooms, from simple studios to 'luxurious Owner's Suites. The suites come with a private, two-level sundeck, a private bar and restaurant, and comprise the 'MSC Yacht Club' area of the ship. The MSC World America features seven distinct 'districts,' following a 'ship within a ship concept.' Some areas cater to families, another on 'tranquil zen.' Then there is the bustling promenade. The vessel also has an outdoor World Promenade with restaurants, ocean views and LED light shows. An indoor World Galleria brims with bars and shops. The new ship is the carrier's first that's 'tailored specifically to the U.S. market,' according to the company, whose ships are popular among vacationing Europeans. MSC World America travel itineraries Following a naming ceremony with actress Drew Barrymore, MSC World America set off for a three-night inaugural trip to Ocean Cay MSC Marine Reserve, the cruise company's private island in the Bahamas. Once it's in regular travel mode, MSC World America trips will go to the Eastern Caribbean or Western Caribbean. The eastern trips will sail to Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic, and San Juan, Puerto Rico, and the western to Costa Maya and Cozumel in Mexico and Roatan, Honduras. Both will go to Ocean Cay. Trips will span 7 to 14 days. Food and drink ▪ Six specialty restaurants, including Butcher's Cut steakhouse, Kaito Sushi and Teppanyaki, and Hola! Tacos and Cantina ▪ Four main restaurants serve global and American cuisine ▪ Two buffets offer casual dining ▪ Luna Park Pizza & Burger gives complimentary casual fast-food next to Luna Park in the World Galleria ▪ New Sports Bar offers wings and sliders while multiple screens show games taking place on land; darts and foosball too; one of 20 Bars and Lounges ▪ The Gin Project is a lounge with 'extensive choice of craft gins with classic cocktails expertly prepared by gin-tenders.' ▪ Elixir-Mixology ▪ Masters of the Sea is a classic British pub that includes full-scale micro-brewery ▪ Coffee Emporium is a coffee house that'll offer French, Italian, Turkish and Moroccan tastes ▪ Jean-Phillipe Chocolate shop and Cafe serves customs chocolates and coffee Entertainment and other sports ▪ An 11-deck high dry slide made of stainless steel ▪ The Harbour, a new, outdoor venue for families featuring the Cliffhanger over-water swing ride, a ropes course, a water park, a playground, relaxation areas, and complimentary grab-and-go dining ▪ 6 pools including indoor pool with retractable roof ▪ 14 hot tubs ▪ Water park with water slides that include virtual reality ▪ Three entertainment venues including live entertainment and theater ▪ Comedy club Photos from the tour of MSC World America cruise ship
