MSC Musica, the vessel that will be based in South Africa in 2024/2025 has arrived in Durban, ready to captivate local holidaymakers and signalling an exciting start of the 2024/2025 cruise season.
The ship, a firm favourite amongst regular cruisers in the country, promises an intimate and refined experience with lots on offer for every kind of traveller. The enhanced entertainment offering ranges from evenings at the Teatro la Scala to enjoy a show, to the bliss of private sea views from your cabin balcony, MSC Musica offers a memorable and personalised cruise experience for everyone.
Ross Volk, Managing Director at MSC Cruises South Africa, said “MSC Musica is a great ship for the South African traveller, with plenty of bars and lounges, ample deck space and endless entertainment for everyone to enjoy. We are excited to welcome new and regular cruisers alike, onboard throughout the summer.”
Life onboard MSC Musica is full of excitement and indulgence, starting with the ship’s striking central foyer featuring a three-tier waterfall and a see-through piano suspended over a pool of shimmering water. Guests can explore the Havana Club cigar lounge, the glamorous Crystal Lounge, the many bars and lounges, enjoy captivating live shows and performances, try their luck in the casino or dance the night away in the disco.
To celebrate South Africa’s vibrant cultures, the onboard offering is tailored to the flavours and preferences of the local market. Guests can enjoy dishes with those unique local twists and entertainment by popular and much-loved local artists and performers.
Families are also in for a treat with activities suitable for all to enjoy. The dedicated Mini, Junior, Young and Teens Clubs and Amusement Arcade ensure that younger cruisers have more than enough to keep them busy for the duration of their time onboard.
The local season includes itineraries that showcase some of southern Africa’s most beautiful destinations. The popular Portuguese Island cruise takes guests to an idyllic, uninhabited island off Mozambique’s coast, where they can enjoy crystal-clear waters and local cuisine. Other voyages include the remote Pomene in Mozambique and the stunning islands of Mauritius, Madagascar and Réunion. In early 2025, MSC Musica will reposition to Cape Town, where she’ll offer cruises to Namibia’s Lüderitz and Walvis Bay, known for their remarkable coastal landscapes and marine life.
MSC Cruises remains an important driver of economic growth within the environments in which the company operates and that is showcased by its various investments, including into port infrastructure and providing much needed job opportunities for the country’s youth, through the company’s international call centre which services various global markets.
Volk concludes, “Our commitment to South Africa is unwavering and goes beyond providing great experiences and excellent service to our guests. It is also about our ongoing investments in Durban, the local economies and the country’s tourism industry.”
Holidaymakers wishing to explore the high seas, may browse available cruises on offer and be part of a season that celebrates elegance, culture, and the unending allure of the ocean.