MSC Cruises and UNICEF Invite Guests To ‘Get on Board for Children’

FORT LAUDERDALE, FLA. (August 7, 2009) – As a family-owned and family-oriented cruise line and the market leading cruise company in Brazil, MSC Cruises has chosen to demonstrate its commitment to the Brazilian community through an important alliance with UNICEF, the United Nations Children’s Fund.

Brazil is not only the biggest and most populous country in Latin America, but it is also one of the 11 most inequitable countries in the world, with alarming levels of poverty in the major metropolitan centers.

According to a 2009 report published by UNICEF, there are 680,000 children and adolescents who don’t attend school. Research by IPEA (National Institute of Applied Economic Research) reveals that almost 18 percent of adolescents between ages 15-17 do not attend school and 48 percent of children fail to complete a secondary education. In addition, children living in poverty are 21 times more likely than their peers to be illiterate.

Through the “MSC for UNICEF” initiative, MSC Cruises is supporting a UNICEF program to bring a brighter future to children in 126 vulnerable communities of Rio de Janeiro and São Paolo by helping provide them with equality of access to a quality education.

MSC Cruises is committed to raising awareness among guests on its cruise ships and will leave an informational brochure in every stateroom. Guests are also invited to “Get on Board for Children” while making a difference with a financial contribution. A donation of any amount can be added to a guests’ onboard bill.

The project is part of UNICEF’s “Education for all” program, dedicated to helping achieve universal education, one of the eight United Nations Millennium Development Goals for 2015, endorsed by 192 member states and 23 international organizations.

The alliance was officially launched in Barcelona at the July 12 christening of MSC Cruises’ new flagship, MSC Splendida. Full details of the partnership, the program and how to help Brazil’s most vulnerable children build a better life can be found online at www.msc-unicef.com.

MSC Cruises is proud to be involved in this initiative, a demonstration of its commitment to help build a better world for present and future generations.

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About MSC Cruises:
MSC Cruises has the most modern fleet in the world with ten ships: MSC Splendida and MSC Fantasia (the largest ships built for a European ship owner), MSC Poesia, MSC Orchestra, MSC Musica, MSC Sinfonia, MSC Armonia, MSC Opera, MSC Lirica and MSC Melody. The fleet cruises year round in the Mediterranean and seasonally in Northern Europe, the Atlantic Ocean, the Caribbean, North America and Canada, South America, the Indian Ocean, South and West Africa. MSC Magnifica launches in 2010. MSC Cruises recently forged a three-year, million-dollar partnership with UNICEF to fund a community project in Brazil while increasing awareness of this cause onboard its ships.

MSC Cruises’ ‘Europe Blowout’ Savings Extended Due to Popular Demand on Mediterranean and Northern Europe Sailings

Book by August 15 to Save on Late Summer/Early Fall Cruises

FORT LAUDERDALE, FLA. (July 31, 2009) – Due to popular demand, MSC Cruises is extending its “Europe Blowout” savings to help travelers plan a last-minute cruise through Europe.

Space is limited, so book early for the best available staterooms within a category. This offer expires August 15, 2009. “Europe Blowout” rates begin at $499 per person on select 7-night cruises and $799 for 10-night positioning cruises visiting some of Europe’s most exotic ports.

Experience the cruise line’s elegant ships including two of the fleet’s newest — sister ships MSC Splendida and MSC Fantasia. Both ships have been recognized with several honors for utilizing green technology in an effort to preserve and protect the environment.

Some of the itineraries featuring special “Europe Blowout” rates on new bookings of select 7-night sailings include:

• MSC Splendida: Western Mediterranean, starting at $549, upgrade to ocean view stateroom for $100 more;
• MSC Fantasia: Western Mediterranean, starting at $599, upgrade to ocean view for $50 more;
• MSC Armonia: Eastern Mediterranean, starting at $529, upgrade to ocean view for $200 more;
• MSC Orchestra: Baltic or Norwegian Fjords, starting at $1,099, upgrade to ocean view for $100 more; Western Mediterranean, starting at $549, upgrade to ocean view for $100 more;
• MSC Musica: Eastern Mediterranean, starting at $649, upgrade to ocean view for $100 more;
• MSC Lirica: Western Mediterranean, starting at $499, upgrade to ocean view for $200 more.

“Europe Blowout” rates on select 10- or 11-night positioning cruises include:
• MSC Lirica: Dover or Amsterdam to Genoa starting at $799, upgrade to ocean view for $200 more;
• MSC Orchestra: Kiel to Genoa from $899, upgrade to ocean view for $100 more.

Children ages 17 and younger sail free when sharing a stateroom with two full-fare-paying adults. Cruise-only rates are per person, based on double occupancy (government fees and taxes for all guests are additional) and cannot be combined with any other discount or promotion.

Become a fan on Facebook. Follow us on Twitter. Watch us on You Tube. To review more information about MSC Cruises and its theme cruises, visit www.MSCCruisesUSA.com or a local travel professional.
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About MSC Cruises:
MSC Cruises has the most modern fleet in the world with ten ships: MSC Splendida and MSC Fantasia (the largest ships built for a European ship owner), MSC Poesia, MSC Orchestra, MSC Musica, MSC Sinfonia, MSC Armonia, MSC Opera, MSC Lirica and MSC Melody. The fleet cruises year round in the Mediterranean and seasonally in Northern Europe, the Atlantic Ocean, the Caribbean, North America and Canada, South America, the Indian Ocean, South and West Africa. MSC Magnifica launches in 2010. MSC Cruises recently forged a three-year, million-dollar partnership with UNICEF to fund a community project in Brazil while increasing awareness of this cause onboard its ships.

MSC CRUISES LAUNCHES SOCIAL NETWORKING PRESENCE on TWITTER, FACEBOOK, and YOUTUBE

FORT LAUDERDALE, FLA. (July 8, 2009)– Send us a Tweet. Add us as a friend or become a fan. Now you can keep up with all the latest from MSC Cruises on popular social networking sites including Twitter, Facebook, and YouTube. 

MSC Cruises (USA) has joined the top social networking sites as a way to expand its Internet presence and connect directly with loyal past guests and vacationers who want to know more about this European cruise line with the most modern fleet in the cruise industry.  

 “We recognize the value of social networking and in reaching the millions of people who use these tools to keep in touch with the world. We know that many of our guests and potential guests enjoy being connected through these networks, and our presence on them creates an important new way for us to reach them,” says Richard E. Sasso president and CEO of MSC Cruises (USA), Inc.  

“We’re looking forward to connecting with many new friends and fans through this exciting medium,” Sasso adds. Here’s where you’ll find MSC Cruises on your favorite social network site:

- Follow us on Twitter @MscCruisesUSA or go directly to www.twitter.com/MSCCruisesUSA 

- Watch our videos and subscribe to our YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/user/MSCCruiseLines 

- Add us as a friend on Facebook www.Facebook.com/MSCCruisesUSA or become a fan at www.facebook.com/pages/Fort-Lauderdale-FL/MSC-Cruises-USA/78132244891  

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About MSC Cruises

MSC Cruises currently has the most modern fleet in the world with nine ships: MSC Fantasia (the largest ship ever built for a European ship owner), MSC Poesia, MSC Orchestra, MSC Musica, MSC Sinfonia, MSC Armonia, MSC Opera, MSC Lirica, MSC Melody, cruising in the Mediterranean year round and seasonally in Northern Europe, the Atlantic Ocean, the Caribbean, North and South America, the Indian Ocean and South Africa. MSC Splendida and MSC Magnifica will be launched, respectively, in 2009 and 2010. MSC Cruises is the only company to receive the “6 Golden Pearls” award from the Bureau Veritas in recognition of its high level of quality management and environmental protection.

Former Phillies, Pirates & Other Baseball ‘Greats’ Featured on MSC Caribbean Cruises

BASEBALL FANS CAN STRETCH THE BASEBALL SEASON WITH MSC CRUISES’ THEMED SAILINGS
Former Phillies, Pirates & Other Baseball ‘Greats’ Featured
on Select 2009-2010 Caribbean Cruise Itineraries 

FORT LAUDERDALE, FLA. (July 7, 2009) – Baseball fans looking to stretch the baseball season into the winter months can enjoy the warmth of the Caribbean with some of their favorite former Major League Baseball players – including Philadelphia Phillies’ Jim Fregosi and Tony Taylor and Rennie Stennet from the Pittsburgh Pirates.  

In addition to visiting some of the Caribbean’s most beautiful locations, each “Baseball Greats” cruise includes free interactive guest/player activities, including a player-hosted trivia game in which guests can test their baseball knowledge, question-and-answer sessions with the players, a guest pitching contest and a lively story-telling session in which the players share candid revelations about some of the “characters” of the game. Baseball players will also host pitching, hitting, fielding and base running clinics. 

Phillies fan favorites Jim Fregosi and Tony Taylor are in the lineup of baseball greats scheduled to sail Caribbean itineraries roundtrip from Fort Lauderdale this winter:

- The Feb. 6, 7-night “Island Treasures & Ancient Temples” cruise will feature Fregosi, Stan Bahnsen, Rudy May, Ed Kranepool and Tony Oliva

- The April 3, 7-night “Eastern Caribbean Dream” cruise will feature Taylor, Bahnsen, Randy Hundley and two additional players still to be announced

Pirates fan favorite Stennet is in the lineup of baseball greats scheduled to cruise a 7-night “Eastern Caribbean Enchantment” itinerary sailing roundtrip from Fort Lauderdale on March 6, 2010. He will be joined by Bahnsen, Amos Otis and two additional players still to be announced.

MSC Cruises also has a 10-night “Baseball Greats” cruises and several additional 7-night cruises scheduled with a varied lineup of former Major League Baseball players. 

Caribbean cruise-only rates begin at $569 per person, double occupancy (government fees/taxes additional). As on all MSC Cruises’ sailings, kids ages 17 and younger sail free when sharing a stateroom with two full-fare-paying adults.  

To review more information about MSC Cruises and its theme cruises, visit msccruisesusa.com/specialcruises/theme-cruises  or a local travel professional. 

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MSC Cruises currently has the most modern fleet in the world with nine ships: MSC Fantasia (the largest ship ever built for a European ship owner), MSC Poesia, MSC Orchestra, MSC Musica, MSC Sinfonia, MSC Armonia, MSC Opera, MSC Lirica, MSC Melody, cruising in the Mediterranean year round and seasonally in Northern Europe, the Atlantic Ocean, the Caribbean, North and South America, the Indian Ocean and South Africa. MSC Splendida and MSC Magnifica will be launched, respectively, in 2009 and 2010. MSC Cruises is the only company to receive the “6 Golden Pearls” award from the Bureau Veritas in recognition of its high level of quality management and environmental protection.

DINING OPTIONS ABOARD MSC SPLENDIDA SATISFYING FOR ANY PALATE

FORT LAUDERDALE, FLA. (June 29, 2009) – When MSC Splendida launches on July 12 in Barcelona, the new flagship in the MSC Cruises’ fleet will offer guests the chance to experience a vast selection of food and spirits in its 18 bars and lounges, four restaurants, and two buffets. 

Traditional fare includes provincial food and fine wines in L’Enoteca wine bar and spicy Mexican specialties in the Santa Fe restaurant. Villa Verde offers superb Italian delicacies with a panoramic view. The Bora Bora buffet extends the spectrum with its own special pizzeria for an exquisitely tasty but light alternative, while La Reggia serves sumptuously varied Italian dining on two floors. 

The highly trained chefs on MSC Splendida offer a combined recipe collection of 2,000 different selections during a typical seven-night cruise, allowing guests to choose from 14 menus daily. Food is available onboard 24-hours-a-day. 

L’Olivo, MSC Splendida’s specialty French restaurant, is named after the olive tree which has contributed so much to the rich and diverse cultures nurtured by the ocean. It delivers the essence of these cultures from their aromas, history, and sensibilities to tastes. L’Olivo offers select authentic delicacies from 14 different Mediterranean countries: Algeria, Croatia, Cyprus, Egypt, France, Greece, Israel, Italy, Libya, Morocco, Portugal, Spain, Tunisia and Turkey, each prepared to the highest standards using only the finest ingredients from their traditional areas of production. 

For more about MSC Cruises and MSC Splendida, visit www.MSCCruisesUSA.com or a local travel professional. 

The countdown has started. On July 12, watch the christening of MSC Splendida live at www.mscwebtv.com.

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About MSC Cruises

MSC Cruises is the fastest growing cruise line in the world with a fleet of nine ships: MSC Fantasia, MSC Poesia, MSC Orchestra, MSC Musica, MSC Sinfonia, MSC Armonia, MSC Opera, MSC Lirica, and MSC Melody. Two new ships launch soon; MSC Splendida (July of 2009) and MSC Magnifica (March of 2010). MSC Cruises is the only company in the world to receive the “6 Golden Pearls” award from the Bureau Veritas in recognition of its exceptional quality management and environmental protection.

MSC SPLENDIDA UTILIZES LATEST “GREEN” TECHNOLOGIES ONBOARD

FORT LAUDERDALE, FLA. (June 29, 2009) – Reflecting the high personal standards and love of the sea of its owners, MSC Cruises has incorporated the latest and best systems for protecting the environment into the new MSC Splendida, which will be christened by godmother Sophia Loren on July 12. Like her sister ship MSC Fantasia, the MSC Splendida effectively utilizes “green” technology to ensure that she preserves the beauty of the sea and the air wherever she travels. 

The many environmentally friendly features onboard include: 

• A five-stage Advanced Wastewater Treatment (AWT) plant that processes all wastewater produced onboard. Although the effluent produced by this system is so pure that it could be discharged into the ocean without harming the ecosystem, it is stored onboard for later transfer to land-based waste systems in port.  
• Innovative Stateroom Monitoring System technology in the staterooms and public areas provides nearly a 25 percent reduction in onboard energy use. For example, this system is able to detect an opened stateroom window or balcony doors, adjusting the room temperature setting in the climate control system accordingly.  
• Special high-efficiency incinerators handle disposal of paper and cardboard waste onboard, while compacting machines and grinders sort and prepare aluminium and glass which is later recycled in port.

These environmental safeguards of MSC Splendida match those used on her sister ship, MSC Fantasia, which earned the distinction of being the first passenger ship to receive the prestigious ‘6 Golden Pearls’ award from Bureau Veritas in recognition as one of the greenest ships in the world. MSC Splendida is currently awaiting certification for this classification, which also includes meeting the highest standards for food quality and safety.  

MSC Cruises cares about the environment and continues to take steps towards its improvement. The company was one of the first to sign the Venice Blue Flag agreement to reduce emissions in the Venice Lagoon through the use of ultra-low sulphur diesel fuel in its engines. For this year’s World Environment Day, on June 5, MSC Cruises offered free onboard screenings of the eco-documentary Home by photographer Yann Arthus-Bertrand, produced by Denis Carot, Luc Besson and François-Henri Pinault.  

The countdown has started. On July 12, watch the christening of MSC Splendida live at www.mscwebtv.com.  

For more about MSC Cruises and MSC Yacht Club, visit www.MSCCruisesUSA.com or a local travel professional.  

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About MSC Cruises

MSC Cruises is the fastest growing cruise line in the world with a fleet of nine ships: MSC Fantasia, MSC Poesia, MSC Orchestra, MSC Musica, MSC Sinfonia, MSC Armonia, MSC Opera, MSC Lirica, and MSC Melody. Two new ships launch soon; MSC Splendida (July of 2009) and MSC Magnifica (March of 2010). MSC Cruises is the only company in the world to receive the “6 Golden Pearls” award from the Bureau Veritas in recognition of its exceptional quality management and environmental protection.

Former Yankees, Mets Featured on Select 2009-2010 MSC Caribbean Cruise Itineraries

NEW YORK FANS CAN STRETCH THE BASEBALL SEASON WITH MSC CRUISES’ THEMED SAILINGS
Former Yankees, Mets Featured on Select 2009-2010 Caribbean Cruise Itineraries 

FORT LAUDERDALE, FLA. (June 23, 2009) – New York baseball fans looking to stretch the baseball season into the winter months can enjoy the warmth of the Caribbean with some of their favorite former New York Yankees and New York Mets players on select sailings of MSC Cruises’ MSC Poesia. 

In addition to visiting some of the Caribbean’s most beautiful locations, each “Baseball Greats” cruise includes free interactive guest/player activities, including a player-hosted trivia game in which guests can test their baseball knowledge, question-and-answer sessions with the players, a guest pitching contest and a lively story-telling session in which the players share candid revelations about some of the “characters” of the game. Baseball players will also host pitching, hitting, fielding and base running clinics.  

New York fan favorites Frank Howard, Stan Bahnsen, Hector Lopez, Ken Griffey, Sr., Jeff Torborg and Ed Kranepool are in the lineup of baseball greats scheduled to sail Caribbean itineraries roundtrip from Fort Lauderdale this winter: 

• Nov. 20, 2009: Frank “Hondo” Howard (who coached for both the Yankees and the Mets) and Bahnsen will be joined by Hall-of-Famer Bob Feller, Toronto Blue Jays Manager Cito Gaston and Bill Russell on the 10-night “Dazzling Dutch Caribbean and the Panama” itinerary.
• Jan. 16, 2010: Hector Lopez (who played on five Yankees championship teams and is now a minor league instructor with the Bombers), Jeff Torborg (who coached with the Yankees and managed the Mets), former Yankees slugger Ken Griffey, Sr., and Cookie Rojas (who coached for the Mets and is now an announcer for the Florida Marlins) will join Bahnsen on the 7-night “Island Treasures & Ancient Temples” itinerary.
• Feb. 6: Bahnsen will be joined by fellow former Yankees Rudy May, and former Mets Jim Fregosi (who was traded to the Mets for Nolan Ryan) and Ed Kranepool, as well as Tony Oliva on the 7-night “Island Treasures & Ancient Temples” itinerary.
• March 6, 2010: Bahnsen will be joined by Amos Otis, Rennie Stennet and two additional players (to be named) on the 7-night “Eastern Caribbean Enchantment” cruise.
• April 3, 2010: Bahnsen, Tony Taylor, Randy Hundley and two additional players will be on the 7-night “Eastern Caribbean Dream” cruise.  

Caribbean cruise-only rates begin at $549 per person, double occupancy (government fees/taxes additional). As on all MSC Cruises’ sailings, kids ages 17 and younger sail free when sharing a stateroom with two full-fare-paying adults.  

To review more information about MSC Cruises and its theme cruises, visit msccruisesusa.com/specialcruises/theme-cruises  or a local travel professional.

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MSC Cruises currently has the most modern fleet in the world with nine ships: MSC Fantasia (the largest ship ever built for a European ship owner), MSC Poesia, MSC Orchestra, MSC Musica, MSC Sinfonia, MSC Armonia, MSC Opera, MSC Lirica, MSC Melody, cruising in the Mediterranean year round and seasonally in Northern Europe, the Atlantic Ocean, the Caribbean, North and South America, the Indian Ocean and South Africa. MSC Splendida and MSC Magnifica will be launched, respectively, in 2009 and 2010. MSC Cruises is the only company to receive the “6 Golden Pearls” award from the Bureau Veritas in recognition of its high level of quality management and environmental protection.

MSC CRUISES ANNOUNCES CANADA/NEW ENGLAND SAILINGS

MSC CRUISES ANNOUNCES CANADA/NEW ENGLAND SAILINGS FROM NEW YORK AND QUEBEC IN 2010

FORT LAUDERDALE, FLA. (June 15, 2009)– MSC Cruises recently announced newly-added Canada/New England sailings to its offerings in 2010. 

MSC Magnifica, currently under construction and scheduled to debut in March 2010, will be sailing a series of Fall Foliage cruises from both New York and Quebec in 2010 before joining MSC Lirica for the 2010-11 Caribbean season in Fort Lauderdale.  

“This is a wonderful opportunity for residents of the Northeastern United States and Canada to experience MSC Cruises on one of the line’s newest and most elegant ships while saving them both time and money as they won’t incur additional costs for airfare,” says Richard E. Sasso, president and CEO of MSC Cruises (USA), Inc. 

He adds, “MSC Magnifica is ideal for Fall Foliage cruises. With nearly 80 percent outside staterooms and a magrodome or retractable roof over the swimming pool, guests can appreciate the splendor and majesty of the outdoors throughout the cruise.”  

MSC Magnifica is scheduled to debut in March 2010 and departs Venice on Sept. 4, 2010 on an 18-night transatlantic journey to New York City. It will call at Bari, Valetta, Malaga, Cadiz, Lisbon, Ponta Delgada and King’s Wharf (Bermuda), arriving in New York City on Sept. 22. 

The ship will then sail the following itineraries:

• 10-night roundtrip, departing from New York City on Sept. 22 and calling in Sydney, Charlottetown, Quebec, Halifax and Newport
• 7-night New York City to Quebec, departing Oct. 2 and calling in Halifax, Charlottetown and Corner Brook
• 7-night Quebec to New York City, departing Oct. 9 and calling in Sydney, Bar Harbor, Boston and Newport
• 7-night New York City to Quebec, departing Oct. 16 and calling in Halifax, Sydney and Charlottetown  

These itineraries can be combined, making them ideal for those interested in a 14- or 17-day roundtrip experience. 

For more information about MSC Cruises, visit www.MSCCruisesUSA.com or a local travel professional.

About MSC Cruises

MSC Cruises currently has the most modern fleet in the world with nine ships: MSC Fantasia (the largest ship ever built for a European ship owner), MSC Poesia, MSC Orchestra, MSC Musica, MSC Sinfonia, MSC Armonia, MSC Opera, MSC Lirica, MSC Melody, cruising in the Mediterranean year round and seasonally in Northern Europe, the Atlantic Ocean, the Caribbean, North and South America, the Indian Ocean and South Africa. MSC Splendida and MSC Magnifica will be launched, respectively, in 2009 and 2010. MSC Cruises is the only company to receive the “6 Golden Pearls” award from the Bureau Veritas in recognition of its high level of quality management and environmental protection.

July 4 MSC Splendida Pre-Christening Voyage: 7 Night Mediterranean Cruise from $549

FORT LAUDERDALE, FLA. — Spend this Independence Day on board MSC Splendida, the second in MSC Cruises’ luxurious “Fantasia” class of cruise ships, for its pre-christening voyage from St. Nazaire, France to Barcelona, Spain.

Cruise-only rates begin at $549 per person, double occupancy, for residents of the U.S. and Canada. As with all MSC Cruises’ sailings, kids 17 and younger sail free when sharing a stateroom with two full-fare-paying adults.

This once-in-a-lifetime, 7 night Mediterranean cruise experience on board MSC Splendida departs on July 4, 2009 from St. Nazaire, France visiting Vigo, Spain; Lisbon, Portugal; Malaga, Spain; Palma de Mallorca, Balearic Islands/Spain; Marseille, France; and Barcelona, Spain.

Like her sister ship MSC Fantasia, MSC Splendida will feature the MSC Yacht Club, offering private suites and luxurious facilities. With MSC Yacht Club accommodations, guests indulge in comfort and convenience; from their own personal Butler trained to the rigorous standards of the International Butler Academy to complimentary beverages available any time of the day in the MSC Yacht Club’s exclusive lounges and pool area.

Also, MSC Splendida will feature an “Aurea Spa” well-being center, 4 restaurants, and 2 buffets, including a speciality Mexican restaurant; numerous bars (including a sports bar, wine bar, coffee bar, and Jazz bar), shops, casino, disco, mini-bowling lanes, Formula 1™ simulator and a 4D cinema. Kids can enjoy a water slide that straddles two decks within the amazing scenic views and an Aqua Park with 150 fountains and water jets that will light up at night to the rhythm of music. There will also be a fun area for Mini-Club, Junior Club, and Teenager Club guests.

For more information about MSC Cruises’ pre-christening voyage on MSC Splendida, visit www.MSCCruisesUSA.com or a local travel professional.

Singles Supplement Reduced to 50 Percent for Caribbean 2009-10 Sailings on MSC Cruises

FORT LAUDERDALE, FLA. (May 18, 2009) – Single travelers can experience the beauty and tranquility of the Caribbean with a reduced rate on MSC Cruises’ 5- and 10-night sailings on the beautiful MSC Poesia.

Guests who book an interior, oceanview, or balcony stateroom for one on select MSC Cruises’ 2009-10 Caribbean cruises by May 31, 2009 can save 30 percent off the single supplement rate of 80 percent.

This special single supplement offer is applicable for Categories 1-11 on the following MSC Poesia cruises departing from Fort Lauderdale:

•    5 night Caribbean Cruise –“Caribbean Escape” on Nov. 10 and 15 to Ocho Rios, Jamaica and Georgetown, Grand Cayman; single rate was $718 and is now $599, for a savings of $119;
•    10 night Caribbean Cruise —“Dazzling Dutch Caribbean & The Panama” on Nov. 20 to Willemstad, Curacao; Oranjestad, Aruba; Cartagena, Colombia; Cristobal, Panama; and Playa Del Carmen, Mexico; single rate was $1,438 and is now $1,199, for a savings of $239;
•    10 night European Cruise—“Tropical Splendors, European Charm” on Nov. 30 to San Juan, Puerto Rico; Basseterre, St. Kitts; Bridgetown, Barbados; Fort de France, Martinique; Philipsburg, St. Maarten; and Nassau, Bahamas;  was $1,348 is now $1,124 for a savings of $224; 10-night—“Remarkable Rainforests & the Panama Canal” on Dec. 10 to Georgetown, Grand Cayman; Cartagena, Colombia; Cristobal, Panama; Puerto Limon, Costa Rica; and Playa Del Carmen, Mexico; single rate was $1,348 and is now $1,124, for a savings of $224.

Rates are per person, cruise only and subject to availability; government fees and taxes are additional.

For more information, visit www.MSCCruisesUSA.com or a local travel professional.

About MSC Cruises
MSC Cruises currently has the most modern fleet in the world with nine ships: MSC Fantasia (the largest ship ever built for a European ship owner), MSC Poesia, MSC Orchestra, MSC Musica, MSC Sinfonia, MSC Armonia MSC Opera, MSC Lirica, MSC Melody, cruising in the Mediterranean year round and seasonally in Northern Europe, the Atlantic Ocean, the Caribbean, North and South America, the Indian Ocean and South Africa. MSC Splendida and MSC Magnifica will be launched, respectively, in 2009 and 2010. MSC Cruises is the only company to receive the “6 Golden Pearls” award from the Bureau Veritas in recognition of its high level of quality management and environmental protection.