GENEVA, July 5, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- MSC Cruises —
the Swiss-based world's largest privately-owned cruise line and
brand market leader in Europe,
South America and South Africa — announced today that the second
of its Seaside-generation smart cruise ships, set to come into
service in June 2018, will be named
MSC Seaview. She will spend her
inaugural season cruising the Western Mediterranean, with three
major ports of embarkation in history- and culture-rich
Genoa, Marseille and Barcelona.
Sales for the MSC Seaview cruise ship open today for MSC
Voyagers Club members, an exclusive benefit of the program that
rewards loyal MSC Cruises guests. Sales will open for all other
guests on July 18.
"Our Company's heritage lies in the Mediterranean and
it was only natural that MSC Seaview — our third
next-generation smart ship which comes into service in June 2018 — would be deployed in its
historic and culture-rich waters," said Gianni Onorato, chief executive officer of MSC
Cruises. "Guests can now plan their vacation and experience
everything that this ever popular region has to offer from on board
one of the industry's most innovatively-designed ships at
sea."
MSC Cruises' Seaside-generation ships are being built by
Italy-based FINCANTIERI, one of
the largest shipbuilding groups in the world. These new ships
combine FINCANTIERI's shipbuilding tradition, expertise, Italian
flair and excellence in design with the industry-leading innovation
and global vision of MSC Cruises.
"We are proud of our partnership with FINCANTIERI in
realizing our vision for this innovatively-designed, new generation
of smart ships at sea," said Onorato.
Known as the "ship that follows the sun," the design of the
Seaside-generation cruise ships embodies MSC Cruises' passion for
the sea and features the highest ratio of outdoor space per guest
at sea. Inspired by a pioneering beach condo concept, MSC
Seaview will bring guests and the sea closer, with special
design elements that allow guests to make the most of the warmer
weather. For example, guests will be able to enjoy their time on
board eating, drinking and relaxing outdoors in the Mediterranean
sunshine with some of the best sea views in the world. They will
also benefit from an increased number of balcony staterooms, sea
views and public areas, with every element carefully planned to
allow guests to make the most of the sea and the sunshine.
A unique design feature of MSC Seaview is the impressive
360° promenade with glass balustrades that runs around the entire
ship. This stunning public space will act as a lively recreation
area where guests can stroll in the open air, eat and drink al
fresco from a variety of bars and restaurants or shop in the
boutiques, all while enjoying the spectacular sea views.
An MSC Cruises vacation is the perfect way to discover different
cultures, beauties and tastes. MSC Seaview guests will be
able to experience the wonders of the Mediterranean in true MSC
Cruises style, visiting sought after Mediterranean destinations
including, Genoa, Marseille, Barcelona, Naples, Messina in Sicily, and Malta. In addition, a wide range of shore
activities have been carefully designed to help guest discover each
destination and its unique culture.
MSC Seaview is one of MSC Cruises' new next- generation
smart cruise ships, employing the latest and the best technology
available at sea to enable guests to customize their onboard and
onshore experience so that they each enjoy a uniquely personalized
cruise experience. In partnership with technology leader Samsung,
the next-generation technology will include everything from the
latest displays and mobile solutions to products for enhanced
reality consumer retail experiences. This will include, among
others:
- Near Field Communication (NFC), using a cruise card, bracelet
or smartphone for a range of different options including
geo-location of children, stateroom access and onboard
payment.
- Interactive screens to make it simple to select excursions as
well as book shows and restaurants.
- iBeacon technology that is customized to each guests' specific
preferences so that they will never miss their favorite experiences
and will be able to communicate with mobile devices and receive
push notifications about relevant information and offers.
As with all MSC Cruises vacations, guests can expect a cruise on
board MSC Seaview to be distinguished by modern and
comfortable accommodations, always fresh and authentic food,
award-winning entertainment, and plenty of relaxation. In addition,
MSC Seaview guests will enjoy a full program of activities
specially designed for families and their children across all age
groups, impeccable service, and some of the best, most varied shore
excursions programs in the industry. More details of MSC
Seaview's specific new and exciting features will be revealed
over time in the coming months.
MSC Seaview will commence her maiden voyage from
Genoa, Italy on June 10, 2018. To learn more about MSC Seaview,
visit
https://www.msccruisesusa.com/en-us/Cruise-Ships/MSC-Seaview.aspx
or contact your local travel agency.
All information believed to be accurate as of the date of
issuance. It is the reader's responsibility to verify its continued
accuracy, as all information is subject to change.
Notes to Editors
MSC Seaview's sister ship MSC
Seaside
MSC Seaview's sister cruise ship MSC
Seaside will have entered into service in December 2017, sailing year-round from
Miami to the Caribbean with exciting itineraries including
the Bahamas, Mexico, Jamaica and Puerto
Rico, Grand Cayman, St.
Thomas and the exclusive Ocean Cay MSC Marine Reserve, thus
complementing the itineraries of MSC Cruises' other ships serving
the region.
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