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MSC Divina Yacht Club

The MSC Yacht Club on the MSC Divina is much like the one on the other MSC cruise ships in the Fantasia class like the MSC Splendida . It's an exclusive "ship within a ship" sanctuary, with suite accommodations, Concierge reception area, lounge, pool and bar area, plus a private restaurant and private access to the MSC Aurea Spa.

Those staying in the MSC Yacht Club can enjoy complimentary wines, spirits, and gourmet snacks in the Concierge lounge, along with Butler service in their staterooms or suites. The spectacular views of the sea from this Deck 15 Lounge also make the Yacht Club a guest favorite.

The MSC Cruises' ships with Yacht Clubs include MSC Divina, MSC Fantasia, MSC Meraviglia, MSC Preziosa, MSC Seaside, MSC Seaview, MSC Bellissima, and MSC Splendida.

Top Sail Lounge

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The Top Sail Lounge in the MSC Divina Yacht Club is a quiet place to have a drink, enjoy a snack, or just appreciated the exceptional views of the sea. It is an exclusive area for those staying in the Yacht Club staterooms and suites.

Snacks in the Top Sail Lounge

Those staying in the MSC Yacht Club can enjoy nightly canapes and other snacks along with a complimentary drink in the Top Sail Lounge.

Light Bites in the Top Sail Lounge

Guests staying in the MSC Yacht Club can enjoy light bites in the Top Sail Lounge, but they also have access to a dedicated restaurant for dinner. The menus in this special restaurant are exciting and sophisticated, and unlimited drinks are included with each meal. On the MSC Divina, the dedicated Yacht Club restaurant is named La Muse, and it is located aft on deck 15.

Sophia Loren Suite Sitting Room

The Sophia Loren Suite on the MSC Divina is one of two Royal Suites on the large ship . The suite was designed by Sophia Loren and has a separate sleeping area. The decor is mostly red, and the walls are covered with photos from her movie career. The suite has a separate bedroom and measures 390 square feet with a 172 square foot balcony.

Photos of Ms. Loren in some of her famous movie roles adorn the walls of the suite, and occupants can sit at a replica of her dressing table to apply makeup and style their hair. However, sitting at this dressing table probably won't make you look like Sophia Loren, but might give you an extra boost of confidence.

Sophia Loren Suite Bedroom

Doesn't this bed look like it was designed for a famous movie star like Sophia Loren? The red certainly looks like it is fit for a diva.

Deluxe Suite Category YC1

Those staying in one of the 62 MSC Yacht Club suites on the MSC Divina can enjoy all the yacht club amenities, including 24-hour butler service. These suites measure 234-283 square feet, plus a 61 square foot balcony. They aren't as spacious or distinctive as the Sophia Loren Suite but are very nice (and less expensive).

Wheelchair Accessible Deluxe Suite

The MSC Divina has two wheelchair accessible deluxe suites in the exclusive MSC Yacht Club area. They measure 356 square feet and have a 39 square foot balcony.

Le Muse Private Restaurant

Le Muse is the private restaurant for those staying in the MSC Divina Yacht Club. This restaurant is located aft on deck 15 and features fine food and panoramic views of the sea.

A summary of the special features in the MSC Yacht Club include:

• Unlimited drinks in all bars and restaurants of the ship
• MSC Yacht Club Le Muse restaurant with all-inclusive dining at flexible times
• Priority check-in and check-out in a dedicated area of the terminal
• Exclusive Top Sail Lounge offering finger foods, desserts, afternoon and midnight snacks
• Private MSC Yacht Club swimming pool and bar
• Suites with Egyptian cotton linens
• Dorelan pillow menu
• 24-hour butler and concierge service

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I tried a ship-within-a-ship cruise experience and it was worth it for the endless perks—here’s why

The MSC Yacht Club affords travelers a totally different cruising experience, but you’ll have to splurge.

I heard tales of luxury from people about the ritzy MSC Yacht Club , the ship-within-a-ship concept where discerning passengers enjoy their own area of the cruise ship that includes a dedicated restaurant, private lounge, separate pool and sundeck as well as private butlers and concierges to take of any whim while cruising. The elevated Yacht Club boasts priority everything while sailing MSC.

I sailed on a four-night cruise on the new MSC Seashore, a glitzy ship with Italian flair intermingled with references to New York City at every turn. Although the ship was well-appointed and had amazing dining, drinking and entertainment venues, and a bountiful Top Sail main buffet, thousands of passengers made the ship feel crowded at times, elevators were slow, and as I strolled through the general pools, they were boisterous and crowded.

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Switch gears to MSC Seashore’s Yacht Club, passkey-protected for lucky guests, and is a 180 from the ship’s general spaces. Once you scan your handy Yacht Club wrist badge, or your room key, you’re instantly given entrance to a breathtaking retreat of 131 staterooms and suites. All this luxury does come at a price. Cruise fares will vary based on destination, time of year, and cabin category, but generally speaking you can expect to pay double for the Yacht Club. And from my experience, it’s worth it. Read more about why you should splurge.

You’re fast-tracked through everything

The Yacht Club’s exclusivity and impeccable service standard started from the moment I got dropped off at the Port Canaveral cruise terminal. There were hundreds of people waiting to board at 1pm on embarkation day. I saw in the distance a canopy that said MSC Yacht Club. My husband and I wheeled our carry-on luggage to the representative under the canopy. I gave her my name and within two seconds, she gave me a sticker to wear and up we ascended on the escalator to check in. Just five minutes later, I was directed to the dedicated check-in area for Yacht Club guests. To my right, I saw about 1,000 people serpentine through ropes to do general check-in. I felt a sense of relief; who wants to wait in that line? Five minutes later, a butler from the Yacht Club insisted on wheeling my luggage to board the ship and I was in my room in a total on 12 minutes from the time I stepped foot out of the car to my stateroom in the Yacht Club.

Relaxing and streamlined

In addition, Yacht Club guests have the freedom to get off the ship first for excursions. Your butler will happily escort you off the ship with a smile. Guests also can disembark on the last morning first, which is a big convenience. Your butler walks you right to the place you disembark, bypassing crowds and hassles. Port Canaveral is about an hour away from Orlando International Airport, and we took a 10 am flight home. We didn’t have to linger around until the afternoon for our flight home.

Another perk is that there’s a special seating area in the theater for shows. All the shows were excellent during my voyage. All other ship passengers have to make reservations in advance for shows but that’s not the case for the privileged Yacht Club passengers. As long as you arrive about 10 minutes before any show you choose, a crew member from the Club will allow you entry into a special roped-off section. Again, no rushing through dinner—you have the flexibility to plan your evenings your way.

Your Yacht Club package is packed with remarkable value

The price tag may sound daunting, but there’s lots of value there. All Yacht Club cabins and suites include a premium drink package that covers beverages up to $15. You can use this perk both in the Yacht Club and throughout the ship. In addition, your package includes a two-device Wi-Fi package, which worked well during my sailing. Finally, you get access to the thermal spa suite, which is a place to indulge after a day in port or a sea day. Commonly, there’s a taboo regarding mini-bars, but not in the Yacht Club. It’s stocked each day with the beverages you want; just tell your butler and consider it done.

You get perks ashore too

If your sailing includes a call to Ocean Cay, MSC’s private island, Yacht Club guests get an elevated experience there too. Yacht Club guests enjoy a private area, and a dedicated restaurant called the Ocean House. While other ship guests were hosted to a buffet of predictable fare, I enjoyed a lobster roll, and my husband chose carne asada. In my opinion, one thing that could be improved was the tram service to the Yacht Club’s private area. We were told the last tram back was 3:30pm if we didn’t want to trek a 15-minute walk in the heat. Since we were docked in Ocean Cay for the evening and weren’t sailing, I was a bit dismayed by this logistical quirk. I felt like I was keeping an eye on my phone to make sure I didn’t miss the last tram.

You have private areas with curated food and drink and outdoor spaces

Within the Yacht Club complex, there’s the Yacht Club Restaurant, Top Sail Lounge and the One Pool Buffet, which are all exclusive to Yacht Club guests. Obviously, the food and service are steps above other dining venues of the ship, I can vouch for that. Although the food is delicious, if you don’t want to pay extra to dine at the specialty restaurants or fuss in the main buffet, eating three meals a day in the Yacht Club restaurant can get a bit monotonous. The breakfast is the same daily, and lunch and dinner offer a menu with daily specials plus a few standby selections like a hamburger or pasta each day. Although the Yacht Club Restaurant concept is desirable, I would strongly suggest dining in other venues on board, especially for dinner. I thoroughly enjoyed specialty dining in Ocean Cay Restaurant, Butcher’s Cut, and Kaito Teppanyaki. I also want to mention that late afternoon high tea is offered daily at the Yacht Club Restaurant. It was one of the nicest I have experienced at sea.

Also available exclusively to Yacht Club passengers is the Top Sail Lounge, which offers panoramic water views and has chef-curated selections from morning through late night. We enjoyed popping into the lounge at all hours to try finger foods and sweets. The One Pool Buffet offers a more casual option for breakfast and lunch by the pool. The buffet has grilled fish, sandwiches and lots of delicious options if you want to dine outside.

There’s also an exclusive area with a private pool and two whirlpools for Yacht Club guests only. The sun deck loungers are very comfortable and I never had to worry about finding a lounger, there are ample. One issue I had was that there was almost no shade on the sun deck; there were shaded day beds for Royal Suite and Owners Suite guests, but beyond those, I couldn’t find any shade, which was disappointing.

You can justify the price at the end of your cruise

Overall, the best way to explain my enthusiasm for my MSC Yacht Club experience is this: it’s better to book an interior stateroom in the Yacht Club than a luxe cabin outside the Yacht Club. It’s worth the splurge and you return home feeling truly pampered and it’s money well-spent. And I make this prediction: Once you try a ship-within-a-ship concept like the MSC Yacht Club, you won’t want cruise any other way. Bon Voyage!

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MSC Divina Yacht Club 2/11 - 2/22 Live Review

By DaKahuna , February 7 in MSC Cruises

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This review will be covering our first ever MSC cruise.  As the title indicates we will be sailing on MSC Divina out of Miami on an 11-day adventure. 

My wife and I are somewhat experienced cruises but have previously only sailed, with the exception of a single Carnival cruise in 2006, on Royal Caribbean and Celebrity.  

We have been disappointed by all of the changes and the pricing on Celebrity recently and after reading @generation-x  and other reviews of sailing in the YC aboard MSC we decided to give it a try and see if it was more to our liking.  You can see links to reviews of some of our previous cruises in my signature below.

We have been to all of the ports that we will be visiting on this cruise at least once and do not have any scheduled shore excursions.  My post will be more about our shipboard experiences than about the various ports and activities.  @JamieLogical  is also doing a live review of this cruise and between the two of us and with contributions from our fellow cruisers should give a pretty thorough review of life aboard Divina during our time onboard.  Jamie's review can be found here:

Thanks for following along. 

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33 minutes ago, DaKahuna said: We have been disappointed by all of the changes and the pricing on Celebrity recently and after reading @generation-x  and other reviews of sailing in the YC aboard MSC we decided to give it a try and see if it was more to our liking.  You can see links to reviews of some of our previous cruises in my signature below.

FYI, you mentioned the wrong @GenerationX . This is the correct one.

Best Cat Mom

Looking forward to reading your thoughts about MSC YC and the Divina. Buon viaggio!

Sounds like a great cruise, will be following.

NYHartChapp

Looking forward to following.  We were on Divina YC in January and will enjoy reading updates on the crew.  

1 hour ago, DaKahuna said: We have been disappointed by all of the changes and the pricing on Celebrity recently and after reading @GenerationX and other reviews of sailing in the YC aboard MSC we decided to give it a try and see if it was more to our liking

That's exactly how we ended up in YC on Divina last June, and then booked this cruise while we were onboard.

First few people we met in the YC were also recent converts from Celebrity, so there is something of a trend there...

Been looking forward to this cruise since then, so we'll see you onboard in a few days...

2 hours ago, DaKahuna said: This review will be covering our first ever MSC cruise.  As the title indicates we will be sailing on MSC Divina out of Miami on an 11-day adventure.  My wife and I are somewhat experienced cruises but have previously only sailed, with the exception of a single Carnival cruise in 2006, on Royal Caribbean and Celebrity.     We have been disappointed by all of the changes and the pricing on Celebrity recently and after reading @generation-x  and other reviews of sailing in the YC aboard MSC we decided to give it a try and see if it was more to our liking.  You can see links to reviews of some of our previous cruises in my signature below.   We have been to all of the ports that we will be visiting on this cruise at least once and do not have any scheduled shore excursions.  My post will be more about our shipboard experiences than about the various ports and activities.  @JamieLogical  is also doing a live review of this cruise and between the two of us and with contributions from our fellow cruisers should give a pretty thorough review of life aboard Divina during our time onboard.  Jamie's review can be found here:     Thanks for following along.   

Looking forward to following along, we're on the  Divinia in YC about a year out - happy sailings to you

You will love the Divina YC crew!  You will quickly meet “Pepe”, the YC Director who is the most hands on manager ever. Also Mehmet is the Maitre D’, equally wonderful.  Have a great time!

Thanks everyone.  We’re really looking forward to this cruise as we have not been at sea since last May.

5 hours ago, Mark_T said:   Been looking forward to this cruise since then, so we'll see you onboard in a few days

 Looking forward to meeting you over an adult beverage or two in the Top Sail Lounge.   

With The Retreat prices going the way they are, there’s going to be a lot more converts.  Personally I think that the YC, on the whole, is a far superior experience - except for food offerings.  Luminae beats the YC restaurant with its better menus. 

4 minutes ago, Beamafar said: With The Retreat prices going the way they are, there’s going to be a lot more converts.  Personally I think that the YC, on the whole, is a far superior experience - except for food offerings.  Luminae beats the YC restaurant with its better menus. 

It will be interesting to see what difference there are between the European and US versions of the YC menus.

In Europe at least, we had food that easily matched if not exceeded Luminae, especially the steak.

... but as ever these things can be variable from ship to ship and cruise to cruise...

3 minutes ago, Mark_T said: It will be interesting to see what difference there are between the European and US versions of the YC menus.   In Europe at least, we had food that easily matched if not exceeded Luminae, especially the steak.   ... but as ever these things can be variable from ship to ship and cruise to cruise...

Interesting.  I’ve never rated YC food very highly (and I’ve sailed in YC in several regions).

Cathy in Boston

We are also following as we will be in Yacht Club on Divina in April.  We are trying MSC for the same exact reasons.

I'll definitely be following along. MSC YC is on our radar. 

We will be on the Celebrity Beyond on 2/19 for an 11 night voyage. So our "LIVE'S" may overlap a few days ..... but I'll keep checking in. 

25 minutes ago, mac_tlc said: I'll definitely be following along. MSC YC is on our radar.    We will be on the Celebrity Beyond on 2/19 for an 11 night voyage. So our "LIVE'S" may overlap a few days ..... but I'll keep checking in. 

Here’s hoping you have a great cruise.   

We’ve only done one E-class cruise, Edge February 2020, so most of my comments and comparisons will be based on our experiences in the Retreat on M & S class ships.   

We will be leaving Saturday afternoon on a direct flight from Washington Dulles to Ft. Lauderdale International.  As with our previous cruise out of Miami a few years back it was less expensive to fly to FLL, spend the night in a hotel in FLL, and use Lyft/Uber from FLL to the cruise port in Miami than it was for us to fly to Miami, stay in a hotel over night there, and Lyft/Uber to the ship the next morning.  

In FLL normally we stay at the Renaissance on 17th street but we are doing things a little different this time and are staying at the FLL Airport Marriott. It works out to be pretty much the same logistically but saves us a few dollars due to the difference in hotel prices. 

My DW says that she needs a new pair of shoes so we will be going shopping for those later this morning.  As well, I need to make a trip to the bank and pick up some small bills to use for tips.  I normally bring a lot of $1.00 and $5.00 bills in case I am unsuccessful in the casino.  

Ironing has been done.  A lot of clothing items have been set aside for packing, and this afternoon I will start collection and putting my electronics into my backpack.  I'll provide a short list of those items once I finalize what I will be taking with me. 

Really looking forward to getting away from the 40 and 50 degree weather we are having. 

We’ll stay in Fort Lauderdale before our Seascape cruise (hate Miami!). We’re staying in the Las Olas area.  Never been before so have no idea where it is in relation to anything.  Still, I’ll be interested in reading about your Lyft/Uber arrangement to POM as that’s what we’re hoping to do, too. 

50 minutes ago, Beamafar said: We’ll stay in Fort Lauderdale before our Seascape cruise (hate Miami!). We’re staying in the Las Olas area.  Never been before so have no idea where it is in relation to anything.  Still, I’ll be interested in reading about your Lyft/Uber arrangement to POM as that’s what we’re hoping to do, too. 

 Will update it but it looks to be about $85.00 right now for Lyft XL.   I am torn between scheduling it now and waiting until we are ready to leave Sunday morning to arrange the ride. 

Just checked to make sure what terminal we will be using..  In case anyone else is interested, MSC Divina will be using Terminal C. 

welcome to MSC YC! 

The YC is a lovely experience. The private pool deck, lounge and dining are a great way to escape from the hustle/bustle and to really relax.

We used to sail X often and decided to try MSC YC in early 2020. Never looked back. The last 6 cruises have all been MSC YC

The ships vary (as you know being experienced in cruising) and are fun to explore.

What makes YC is the staff, crew, privacy and how they work to make your vacation special. 

On OC they will take you over the YCs beach/dining. Your wifi and YC bev package goes with you.

On Embarkation Day-- you will see right away how YC is wonderful

- and the YC off/on at each port is such a nice amenity...

1 hour ago, DaKahuna said: Just checked to make sure what terminal we will be using..  In case anyone else is interested, MSC Divina will be using Terminal C

If you want a preview, take look at this video, it shows the whole process of boarding in YC at Terminal C...

Don't let anyone take your luggage before you get to the white YC tents as they will get special tags applied there to ensure rapid delivery.

I'll be interested in your perspective of MSC YC.  I, a former Celebrity loyalist, sailed MSC YC on Meraviglia in September and was blown away......so much so, in fact, that I am again sailing on February 11th on Meraviglia in YC again.  Enjoy your cruise.  I'm sure it will be great.

Packing almost complete, flying Virgin Atlantic to Miami in the morning, looking forward to a change in the weather 🙂

3 hours ago, Mark_T said: If you want a preview, take look at this video, it shows the whole process of boarding in YC at Terminal C...

  Thanks.  I had not seen that one out of the many that I have looked at in preparation.  

3 hours ago, Mark_T said:   Don't let anyone take your luggage before you get to the white YC tents as they will get special tags applied there to ensure rapid delivery.

 We are hoping that our Lyft/uber driver will be able to drop us off at the Yacht Club tent but if not, then we will definitely keep this in mind.  

1 hour ago, jcpc said: I'll be interested in your perspective of MSC YC.  I, a former Celebrity loyalist, sailed MSC YC on Meraviglia in September and was blown away......so much so, in fact, that I am again sailing on February 11th on Meraviglia in YC again.  Enjoy your cruise.  I'm sure it will be great.

 Thank you.  We are really looking forward to it.  We still have one Celebrity cruise scheduled, Millennium in May in the Retreat so we'll see what happens after that. 

4 hours ago, Fogfog said: welcome to MSC YC! 

 Thank you very much. 

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Cruising Italian-Style on the MSC Yacht Club

Finding the intimacy of a yacht on a large ship

As soon as we stepped out of the taxi at the port in Barcelona to embark on our Mediterranean cruise, Vishesh, the stately head butler of the Yacht Club on the MSC Divina, greeted us warmly by name. He led us to the check-in desk inside the terminal as our bags were whisked away.

At the desk, we were offered a drink, photographed before receiving cruise identification/keycards, and introduced to our cabin butler, Edwin, who took over from there. He led us to the Yacht Club reception desk on Deck 15 of the ship. Unlike the lengthy check-in process typical on most large ships, this one took no more than ten minutes from start to finish.

Edwin introduced us to the concierge and led us to our cabin, where a complimentary bottle of chilled Prosecco was waiting, and our bags arrived simultaneously with our bodies (also unusual on large ships).

The Big Ship

Not well known to the North American market, Naples-based MSC is the only privately owned Italian cruise line. Launched in May 2012, Divina is the company’s newest in a fleet of 12 ships. Divina has two sister ships in the same Fantasia class: the MSC Fantasia and the MSC Splendida, launched in 2008 and 2009, respectively. Each of these ships offers an exclusive enclave of Yacht Club suites.

Although not a megaship, Divina would definitely be classified as a big ship. It is 333 meters (approximately three football fields) long spread over 18 decks. It can accommodate some 4000 passengers and 1300 crew, and has multiple restaurants, coffee bars, cocktail lounges, shops, and indoor and outdoor swimming pools and whirlpools. It also has a full-service spa, gym, cybercafé, 1600-seat theater with lavish nightly shows, lectures, 4D cinema, Formula 1 simulator, water slide, bowling alley, discotheques, power walking track, and more.

The dramatic mauve and black onyx décor of the ship’s six-level atrium is accented with sparkling stainless trim, cylindrical glass elevators, and solid-glass steps embedded with dazzling Swarovski crystals. The boat is kept immaculately clean throughout and looks brand new, even in areas that are in constant use. The boat was remarkably stable, too, even in bad weather.

The Ship Within

The Yacht Club, MSC Divina’s “ship within a ship,” is targeted to cruisers who prefer an intimate, small ship experience, without having to give up the amenities available on larger vessels. The experience is distinctly different from the rest of the ship: There is more space, privacy, pampering, and personal service, akin to the perks associated with a concierge floor at a five-star luxury hotel.

The Yacht Club is located on portions of three decks: Decks 15, 16 and 18, all towards the bow of the ship. (Similar to buildings in the U.S. without a 13th floor, there is no 17th floor because Italians consider the number 17 to be unlucky.) The three-floor enclave with 69 suites in total has its own eye-catching spiral stairway with Swarovski crystal steps and an exclusive elevator that provides private access to the spa. Club entry is restricted to “members,” accessible only with their keycards.

The club’s virtual living room is the spacious Top Sail Lounge and Bar on Deck 15. Furnished with curved brown banquettes and loveseats, it has a serene ambiance, which is never crowded and has unobstructed, 180-degree views of the sea. Waiters circulate offering guests hot or cold drinks or snacks. A circular concierge desk (staffed 24/7) is adjacent to the lounge.

On Deck 18, guests can swim in the private pool or use two dedicated whirlpools. Lounge chairs are always available on the sundeck, and they are more generously spaced compared to those elsewhere on the ship. The Yacht Club-dedicated La Muse Restaurant is located on Deck 15 at the ship’s stern.

While excursions, spa treatments, and transportation to and from the ship are extras, passengers aren’t nickel-and-dimed for bottled water, sodas, specialty coffees, cocktails, or wine with dinner. The premium you pay for the luxury of the Yacht Club (approximately twice the cost of a regular balcony suite) translates into more comfortable cabins, no loud announcements, no crowds at the pool or sundeck, no lines or waits, higher ratios of (better trained) crew to passengers, and hassle-free embarkation and disembarkation. For example, each butler serves only four guest cabins, not only responding to but also anticipating requests. On the rest of the ship, a steward is responsible for as many as 20. In fact, crew goes out of their way to anticipate and respond to any reasonable request.

Our Stateroom

We stayed in Cabin 15013, a deluxe suite, and the most affordable of three stateroom categories in the Yacht Club. The room wasn’t as spacious as some suites on small luxury ships but it was comfortable and didn’t feel confined because of its design and use of mirrors. Larger suites with pullout couches were available to accommodate small families.

Our room was attractively furnished with mauves, browns, and dark woods. It included a sleeping area, sitting area with a desk, walk-in closet with ample drawer space, and sliding glass doors leading to a balcony with two chairs. The in-room safe was at eye-level and easy to access.

The bathroom had a single marble-topped sink, attractive hardware, sufficient shelf and cabinet space, and a combined shower/bath with a half-glass panel that kept water in and allowed light inside. Toiletries were MSC-branded rather than luxury brands.

Housekeeping services in our cabin were flawless over the 11-day voyage. While the ship didn’t have a self-service laundromat, laundry could be sent out for washing and ironing, and returned the next day at a reasonable cost (30 pieces for 25 Euros).

Dining Options

Guests in the Yacht Club can eat all their meals within the club, totally bypassing the traditional buffet lines and main dining rooms. The Top Sail Lounge serves buffet breakfasts and lunches, traditional high tea service, and small plates accompanied by soft drinks, bottled water, wines, beers, cocktails, snacks, and excellent specialty coffees throughout the day. (At no additional charge, except for premium wines and liquors). The lounge is conveniently located only steps away from the cabins, so it is an inviting place to sit, chat, read, or listen to soft, live piano music.

Breakfast, lunch and dinner are served at La Muse, the peach-hued formal restaurant, which has two fixed seatings. The room is shaped in a long arc, allowing plenty of space and privacy between tables. Overall, the entrees were somewhat limited in number compared to other cruise lines. Traditional southern Italian dishes, including fresh pastas, were the most appealing and tasty choices; continental dishes were often disappointing (either overcooked or of poor quality) and not up to par with luxury cruise dining, although the wait staff was professional, engaging and solicitous.

One logistical drawback is that La Muse is located at the opposite end of the ship from the Yacht Club. This means that guests need to trek through busy (and often smoky) bars, lounges, and shops on Deck 6, or follow the narrow labyrinth of cabin-lined hallways on Deck 13 to get there. Perhaps, the boat’s architect intentionally chose this location to help passengers work off a few calories before and after dinner.

Weather permitting, a lovely, hot and cold lunch buffet with waiter service is set up daily on the Deck 18 sundeck, just steps from the pool. Drinks are also available throughout the day at the pool bar.

The minibar in each cabin is generously stocked with complimentary juices, spirits, soda, bottled water, and nuts—and a fresh fruit bowl is replenished daily. Another minor disappointment: 24-hour room service is also limited in terms of menu choices and doesn’t offer course-by-course delivery.

Personal Service

Wherever you turn, Yacht Club crew is there to greet you or extend help. The butler assigned to each stateroom makes sure the guest experience is seamless. Instead of having to call an anonymous reception desk for problems or requests, the butler is unobtrusive but always available. He can help guests unpack, connect to the Internet (which, incidentally, was the best Wi-Fi connection we’ve ever experienced on any ship), or make reservations for activities on the boat, or for excursions or transportation on shore.

On port days, the butlers accompany small groups of guests off the boat and directly to the doors of waiting vehicles so there is no confusion or long waits in the disembarkation process. Unfortunately, the small feel of the Yacht Club is totally lost and forgotten on excursions. Although well-organized and on time, tours tended to be comprised of large groups from all areas of the boat, with guides simultaneously explaining sights in more than one language.

Is the MSC Yacht Club for You?

With a predominance of European passengers on board, Divina is staffed by a multilingual, international crew fluent in five languages, English, German, Spanish, French and Italian. But the ship’s service, style, and décor are decidedly Italian: Most of the food is provisioned in Genoa; the pastas, espresso and cappuccino are heavenly; and it’s hard to resist the piece of Venchi chocolate left on your pillow each night.

In terms of age, MSC cruise passengers skew about a decade younger than many other lines. (Children, ages 11 and under, cruise free and children under the age of 17 sail at a reduced rate.) Several young couples in the Yacht Club raved about the ease of cruising with small infants, being able to retreat to the comfortable, crowd-free Top Sail lounge for a bite between meals, or being able to call a butler to warm a baby bottle. Four complimentary kids clubs (each geared toward different ages) allow multigenerational families to enjoy the solitude of the club while older children are well cared for and entertained.

For today’s value-conscious traveler, the Yacht Club offers the feeling of a luxury small ship with all the advantages of large vessel cruising. And each time you use your keycard to enter, you’re reminded that you’ve found a yacht-like sanctuary away from the density and anonymity of a large ship.

Visit the website of MSC Cruises for more information on ships, itineraries and prices.

[This article was previously published in  The Huffington Post  on January 28, 2013.]

*Read my colleague Janice Mucalov’s article on “ship within a ship” cruises on Sand In My Suitcase. 

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We didn’t do the yacht club, but did enjoy our MSC on the western Med. It was fun and different because there were very few Americans, mostly Italians. Our dinner mates were two couples from Ireland. I guess they thought we spoke the language. If they were talking to us, we could understand them, but if they were talking to each, we didn’t have a clue. The funny thing was they discovered they lived about 10 miles from each other. It’s a small world.

It is a very small world, Cathy. We recently met a friend of my cousin sitting next to us in the restaurant at the top of the Eiffel Tower!

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Cabins & Suites

On MSC Divina there’s accommodation to suit every need, from interior and ocean-view options to balcony cabins, spacious suites, and connecting cabins for families.

• Comfortable king bed that can be converted into two single beds on request
• Balcony within dining table
• Separate living area and dining room
• Walk-in closet
• Bathroom with bathtub and shower, vanity area and hairdryer
• Interactive TV, telephone, safe and minibar
• Complimentary Wi-Fi
• Approx. 388 ft 2 with balcony approx. 17 ft 2
• Located on deck 16 Discover a world of privileges with MSC Yacht Club The image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same stateroom category).
• Panoramic sealed window
• Sitting area with sofa
• Spacious closet
• Bathroom with shower or bathtub, vanity area and hairdryer
• Approx. 431 – 549 ft 2
• Located on deck 12 Discover a world of privileges with MSC Yacht Club The image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same stateroom category).
• Bathroom with bathtub, vanity area and hairdryer
• Approx. 280 ft 2 with a balcony that is 65 ft 2
• Located on decks 15 - 16 Discover a world of privileges with MSC Yacht Club. Size, layout and furniture may vary from that shown (within the same stateroom category).
• Bathroom with shower or bathtub, vanity area and hairdyer
• Approx. 237 ft 2 with a balcony that is 65 ft 2
• Located on decks 15 - 16 Discover a world of privileges with MSC Yacht Club. The image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same stateroom category).
• Wi-Fi access available ($)
• Approx. 409 - 452 ft 2  with a balcony that is approx. 32 ft 2
• Located on decks 9 - 11

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

• Approx. 355 ft 2 with a balcony that is approx. 32 ft 2
• Located on deck 10
• Approx. 269 - 312 ft 2
• Located on decks 9 - 12
• Approx. 226 - 258 ft 2
• Approx. 194 ft 2  with a balcony that is approx. 43 ft 2
• Located on decks 9 - 13

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• Approx. 194 ft 2  with a balcony that is approx. 43 – 129 ft 2
• Located on decks 8 - 9
• Approx. 151 ft 2  with a balcony that is approx. 32 ft 2
• Approx. 194 - 205 ft 2  with a balcony that is approx. 43 – 129 ft 2
• Located on decks 8 - 13
• Window with sea view
• Relaxing armchair
• Bathroom with shower, vanity area and hairdryer
• Approx. 215 ft 2
• Located on deck 5
• Select staterooms can accommodate up to 6 guests
• Approx. 183 ft 2
• Located on decks 8 and 13
• Approx. 129 ft 2
• Located on deck 8
• Approx. 172 ft 2
• Located on decks 5 - 10
• Approx. 140 ft 2
• Located on decks 8 - 11

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Everything you need to know about MSC Cruises cabins and suites

A relative newcomer in the North American market, MSC Cruises is equal parts elegant and kitschy. The line tends to appeal to a wide swath of cruisers, from Europeans who like to party into the wee hours of the morning to American families who book because of affordable fares and "kids sail free" pricing.

To satisfy its diverse passenger base, MSC offers accommodations to fit all types of travelers. Rooms include inexpensive inside cabins that sleep two people, midlevel staterooms with windows and balconies, and high-end suites that offer cruisers with larger budgets a private oasis in the form of the MSC Yacht Club .

A variety of connecting rooms and cabins with extra bunks accommodate larger groups and families who wish to share space.

Because your cruise cabin will be your home away from home for several days, it's important to book one that fits your needs. That's especially true if you're sharing it with several people.

Whether you're looking at an inside cabin for a cruise with friends, balcony accommodations for you and your significant other or a suite for your family, here TPG breaks down what you can expect when you book a room on one of MSC's ships.

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MSC Cruises cabin primer

MSC Cruises has become one of the fastest-growing lines in the cruise industry, with about two dozen ships in its fleet. The vessels fall into six classes : Lirica, Musica, Fantasia, Meraviglia, Seaside and World.

Although cabin offerings can vary from ship to ship and class to class, the standard types remain the same: inside, outside, balcony and suite.

Additionally, you'll find the same basic amenities in each room, unless otherwise noted below. They include two twin beds that can be joined to form a queen- or king-size bed; an in-cabin bathroom with a shower, a sink, a toilet and basic soap, shower gel and shampoo; a couple of nightstands; a chair or sofa; a desk/vanity; a closet; a safe; a hair dryer; a minifridge; a phone; USB outlets and a selection of both North American and European outlets.

On all ships except MSC Lirica, MSC Opera, MSC Sinfonia and MSC Armonia, you'll also find an interactive TV that allows you to view the daily schedule, check your onboard account and choose from a selection of live TV programs and movies.

Twice-daily room tidying is provided by a room steward assigned to each cabin, and room service is available throughout the day for an added fee.

One confusing aspect of MSC's bookings is that you'll have to select an experience package in addition to a cabin type. Package tiers determine things like your ability to choose a specific cabin and preferred dining time and whether you'll receive welcome amenities in your room. Certain cabin types are only available in conjunction with certain package experiences and vice versa. Those are noted in each respective section below.

Accessible cabins , including accommodations for wheelchair users, are available on every ship in MSC's fleet. In addition to more space, they feature wider doorways and lowered sinks and toilets in the bathrooms, as well as grab bars.

MSC Cruises' experience packages

Here's what you get when you book each of MSC's three experience packages, which determine the perks you'll receive on your sailing.

• Accommodations
• Complimentary food in the dining room and buffet
• Broadway-style theater entertainment
• Access to the onboard gym, pool and kids club
• MSC Voyagers Club points
• One for-fee change to your cruise booking (with some restrictions)
• Drink package discount at time of booking
• All Bella perks
• Choice of specific cabin and location
• One free change to your cruise booking (with some restrictions)
• Ability to choose between early and late seating for dinner
• Room service (complimentary for breakfast, but fees apply for other meals)
• Discount on pre-cruise specialty dining package
• All Fantastica and Bella perks
• Flexible My Choice dining, which lets you eat at any time you choose between set hours
• Free 24-hour room service delivery
• Pillow menu
• A welcome package, including Prosecco and chocolates
• Complimentary access to your ship's solarium and thermal area
• A 10% discount on all spa treatments purchased on board
• Special Balinese massage offer when booked pre-cruise
• Complimentary use of bathrobe and slippers
• Priority boarding and luggage drop-off

Inside cabins on MSC Cruises ships

Inside cabins — rooms with no windows — are available on all ships in the MSC fleet. Ranging from 140 to 301 square feet (depending on the ship), they make for great sleeping because they're so dark. They're also ideal for passengers who are on a budget.

In addition to the standard amenities mentioned above, they provide room for anywhere from two to four passengers to sleep. (Rooms that sleep more than two feature bunks that pull down from the ceiling.)

These cabins are available with the line's Bella and Fantastica experiences.

If you're sailing solo, some MSC vessels offer cabins for one outfitted with a twin bed that converts into a couch. These interior studio accommodations are only available with the Bella package on MSC Meraviglia , MSC Bellissima and the line's World Class ships.

Ocean-view cabins on MSC Cruises ships

Ocean-view rooms are similar to insides in that they provide basic amenities — but with a view.

Offering 129 to 269 square feet of space (depending on the specific ship and ocean-view category), these staterooms allow you to see outside through a porthole or a window that doesn't open.

MSC's outside cabins are available to passengers who book Bella and Fantastica packages.

Additionally, if you're traveling with your family or another group, several of MSC Cruises' ships — particularly those in the Meraviglia and Seaside classes — feature space for as many as 10 passengers via a series of connecting rooms. Options are available at the ocean-view and balcony levels.

Balcony cabins on MSC Cruises ships

You might be surprised to discover that most of MSC Cruises' balcony cabins provide less interior square footage than what's available in inside or ocean-view staterooms.

Balcony rooms run anywhere from 129 to 205 square feet, but their key feature is, of course, a private balcony, which does add an extra 32 to 129 square feet, depending on the vessel and specific type of balcony room booked. These cabins are bookable in conjunction with MSC's Bella, Fantastica and Aurea experiences.

Although balcony cabins offer upgraded amenities, including MSC's brand of hand lotion and toiletries, they are largely the same as inside and ocean-view accommodations.

MSC's newest ships — including those in the Meraviglia, Seaside and World Classes — house connecting balcony rooms that can sleep up to 10 in the same group traveling together.

Additionally, on its World Class ships, the line has introduced inward-facing balconies, similar to the ones Royal Caribbean pioneered in 2009 with the debut of its Oasis Class vessels . On World Europa, for example, they overlook the ship's promenade, offering views of the activity below, rather than the ocean.

MSC Cruises suites

All ships in MSC's fleet have suites that can be booked as part of the Fantastica and Aurea packages, but it's Aurea that offers the largest number of perks, as outlined above.

The several types of suites vary by ship in terms of size and amenities. Some come with balconies, while others only offer floor-to-ceiling panoramic windows.

Junior Suites

Although this room type is listed as a suite, it's essentially a balcony cabin with a bit more space — 183 square feet of interior accommodation with a balcony that ranges from 140 to 183 square feet.

Standard suites include rooms with huge balconies larger than the cabin's interior space and ones with private whirlpool tubs. They run from 269 to 355 square feet, with balconies measuring 32 to 409 square feet.

Grand Suites

Coming in between 377 and 420 square feet, with balconies spanning from 32 to 495 square feet, Grand Suites — found on Seaside and World Class ships — come in two types. They include standard one-bedroom Grand Suites, as well as two-bedroom varieties.

The latter has one bedroom with a queen-size bed and another with two twins. It sleeps up to five passengers and offers two bathrooms — one with a shower and the other with a bathtub.

While most suites are designed for double occupancy, some suite accommodations on MSC Bellissima, MSC Grandiosa, MSC Virtuosa and MSC Magnifica can sleep up to five people.

MSC Yacht Club suites on MSC ships

All cabins located in the MSC Yacht Club — an exclusive, gated area on select ships — are called suites, even the smallest and least expensive, which don't have windows or balconies.

Yacht Club suite types range from insides to two-deck duplexes, all of which come with butler and concierge services, luxuriously appointed furnishings (such as real marble finishes, memory foam mattresses and Egyptian cotton sheets) and access to members-only restaurants, bars (alcohol is free there), lounges, pools and sun decks.

The Yacht Club features seven different types of rooms. Ships that have the MSC Yacht Club on board include MSC Bellissima, MSC Divina, MSC Fantasia, MSC Grandiosa, MSC Meraviglia, MSC Preziosa, MSC Seaside, MSC Seascape, MSC Seaview, MSC Seashore, MSC Splendida, MSC Virtuosa and MSC World Europa.

Note: Not all Yacht Clubs have the same suite types available.

MSC Yacht Club Interior Suites

Although these 161- to 226-square-foot cabins don't offer a view or fresh air, they are elegantly decorated and include all the Yacht Club benefits mentioned above.

MSC Yacht Club Deluxe Suites

These Yacht Club digs are the equivalent of a balcony cabin — but in a dedicated area that includes all the exclusive perks. They run 236 to 366 square feet and have balconies ranging from 54 to 86 square feet, so they also come with a bit more space, both inside and outdoors.

MSC Yacht Club Deluxe Grand Suites

Similarly, Deluxe Grand Suites are like the Yacht Club equivalent of booking a Grand Suite with more perks. Depending on the ship, they offer anywhere from 269 to 463 square feet of space, plus 65- to 129-square-foot balconies. Some Grand Suites also have two bedrooms instead of one. Further, these rooms on Seaside Class ships include bathrooms with bathtubs, as well as separate living areas.

MSC Yacht Club Duplex Suites

Rising two decks, MSC's duplex staterooms measure 495 to 635 square feet and come with 65- to 334-square-foot balconies. They feature living rooms with two-person sofa beds downstairs and master bedrooms upstairs, which also sleep two passengers.

Each of these accommodations comes complete with two walk-in closets and two bathrooms — one with a bathtub and one with a shower. Most duplexes on Meraviglia and World Class ships also have their own private whirlpool tubs.

MSC Yacht Club Executive and Family Suites

The line's Executive and Family Suites, available only on Fantasia Class vessels, are an excellent choice for anyone who wants to stay in the Yacht Club with a family or other group of more than two people.

This option, which is one type of suite (despite its confusing name), has space for up to five cruisers via a combination of bunk beds, sofa beds and beds that pull down from the ceiling, depending on the ship. The suites clock in at around 431 to 549 square feet, depending on the vessel.

The only drawback is that these staterooms have no balconies and no in-room dining areas, but they do include all the perks you'd find in Yacht Club cabins.

MSC Yacht Club Royal Suites

Although they only occupy one level, at 388 to 667 square feet, MSC's Yacht Club Royal Suites are right up there with the Duplex Suites in terms of space. They offer the second-largest amount of square footage after the Owner's Suites. They come with huge balconies comprising 355 to 753 square feet of outdoor area.

Additionally, bathrooms in these suites offer bathtubs on Fantasia, Meraviglia, Seaside and World Class ships, and the latter three have private whirlpool tubs, as well. All four classes' Royal Suites also include separate living room areas.

MSC Yacht Club Owner's Suites

The largest and most impressive of all MSC's cabins are the Owner's Suites found in the Yacht Club. Offering an impressive 840 to 1,119 square feet — larger than some land-based apartments — plus 269- to 670-square-foot balconies, they're some of the most luxurious rooms afloat.

Specific amenities vary by ship, but as an example, Owner's Suites on MSC World Europa offer floor-to-ceiling windows and walk-in closets. These accommodations on both the line's Seaside and World Class vessels also feature bathrooms with separate showers and bathtubs, as well as private whirlpool tubs and separate living room areas.

Bottom line

Although MSC Cruises' cabin types are straightforward, the line's add-on experiences can complicate things a bit.

Overall, what's key to remember is that MSC Cruises offers a wide variety of rooms and pricing to meet just about any budget or style of cruising. Each ship will offer accommodation choices from the least expensive, bare-bones interior rooms to the priciest suites, which come with butler and concierge services.

When you sail with MSC Cruises, you can expect function, style and comfort, regardless of the cabin type you book.

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Find a Cruise on MSC Divina

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Introduced in 2012, MSC Divina is among the largest ships in the fleet. It can host up to 4,345 passengers and 1,388 crew members. Some past cruisers noted that the disproportionate staff-to-guest ratio translated to slow service, especially in the dining rooms.

Still, MSC Divina offers plenty of activities to keep guests entertained. Standout facilities include a 4-D theater and four pool areas, including a 22,507-square-foot Aqua Park. Dining is on just as grand a scale: The ship contains eight restaurants, including a sushi eatery. On top of that, there are 12 bars and lounges.

Members of MSC Yacht Club (an exclusive amenities program) who sail on MSC Divina can receive benefits such as dedicated priority check-in and check-out, 24-hour butler service and concierge room service, complimentary access to the Thermal Suite in the MSC Aurea Spa, one free cruise change and a discount on prepaid restaurant packages as well as spa packages and treatment. 

Suites in this exclusive area feature floor-to-ceiling windows. For MSC Yacht Club members, MSC Divina also includes the Sophia Loren Royal Suite on deck 16, which was designed with the help of Loren and includes a replica of her dressing table. More budget-friendly accommodations include Interior and Ocean View staterooms, which come equipped with TVs and minibars. 

MSC Divina offers sailings around the Mediterranean and the Caribbean. The ship also offers Grand Voyage itineraries.

Pros & Cons

Large ship with many activities

Service subpar due to disproportionate staff-to-guest ratio

• Expert Rating » 3.5
• Traveler Rating » 3.8
• Health Rating » 5.0

MSC Divina ranks # 4 out of 22 MSC Cruises Cruise Ships based on an analysis of expert and user ratings, as well as health ratings.

• # 4 in Best MSC Cruises
• # 17 in Best Cruises for Singles
• # 47 in Best Cruises to the Mediterranean
• # 58 in Best Cruises to Europe
• # 65 in Best Cruises to the Caribbean
• # 80 in Best Affordable Cruises

MSC Divina offers a wide range of accomodation options. Browse cabins to find the stateroom that suits your needs.

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Traveler Reviews

A ship’s traveler rating is provided under license by Cruiseline.com , which manages one of the largest databases of cruise reviews and ratings by travelers. A total of 1525 guests have reviewed MSC Divina , giving it a rating of 3.8 on a scale of 1-5.

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