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Msc Opera Overview

This ship is named after the quintessential Italian art form, Opera. And the MSC Opera is a work of art in her own right. The ship is filled with stunning spaces that inspire fun and excitement in the lounges and disco. Spaces like the spa convey an understated elegance with the use of natural stones and tiles. The restaurants like La Caravella Restaurant and L’Approdo Restaurant have a formal atmosphere where the food is the real centerpiece. It’s amazing how the MSC Opera’s design elements compliment the entire feel of your cruise from the fun you have at the casino to the rejuvenation you get at the Aurea Spa. 

• Passenger Capacity: 2,140 (double occupancy)
• Year Built: 2004
• Last Refurbished:  2015

Msc Opera Cruise Destinations

Visiting an array of exclusive and exciting ports all over the world, MSC crafts each itinerary to showcase the best of the region and ensure a perfect vacation experience. You can cruise with MSC to destinations like the Caribbean, South America, and across the grand Atlantic. Whether it's an adventurous cruise to the Red Sea, or a historically-focused voyage to Northern Europe, MSC can take you there in style.

Swaying palm trees, great beaches, and all the marvels of the Inhambane region can be found on a cruise to Africa.

Mediterranean

Whether you’d like to try Gaudi’s Experience, or create your own adventure along the Amalfi Coast, you’ll never forget your Mediterranean cruise.

MSC Cruises offers one-of-a-kind globetrotting world cruise adventures to more than two dozen countries and six continents.

Msc Opera Departure Ports

With their flair for Mediterranean style MSC offers a variety of sailings in and around that area. However the cruise line is actively expanding with cruises to Dubai and Caribbean cruises leaving from Miami. MSC also visits South America with sailings leaving from Rio de Janeiro.  Find out more about MSC by talking with a qualified cruise consultant at The Cruise Web. 

Las Palmas, Gran Canaria, Canary Islands

Explore the Canary Islands with a cruise to their most populous city, Las Palmas, on Gran Canaria Island. These Spanish islands have one of the best climates in the world, perfect for your next cruise vacation.

Learn about the Greek gods and the early philosophy of Socrates when you visit the incredible ruins left in Athens, Greece. At night, go out and take in the culture with the modern Athenians.

Genoa, Italy

Cruise to the historical port city of Genoa for a laid back walk through history in the city’s well-preserved streets, and be sure to try the local foods like pesto and focaccia bread.

Naples, Italy

Prepare your appetite if you plan to visit Naples, for it is home to many of Italy’s most famous culinary traditions. Naples is more than just great food, so make time to visit the beautiful cathedrals and enriching museums.

Experience the serene, romantic splendor of Venice, but don’t forget to check out its wonderful museums and neighborhoods located off the Grand Canal.

Funchal, Madeira, Portugal

The lush island of Madeira and its capital city of Funchal make for a beautiful excursion from the main land of Europe. Cruise to Funchal and spot the beautiful flowers and try the signature wine.

Bari, Italy

Cruise to Bari and explore this extraordinary city in the South of Italy. Highlights include its interesting history and friendly people, who are always ready to show you their way of life.

Valencia, Spain

Located on the Mediterranean Sea, Valencia is a city in Spain that attracts a lot of visitors to uncover the city’s past and revel in its modern achievements, most notably The City of Arts and Sciences.

Tenerife, Canary Islands, Spain

See a different side of Europe with a stop at Tenerife in Spain’s Canary Islands. Awe-inspiring landscapes, artistic cultures, and unique flora and fauna highlight this ancient capital city.

Msc Opera Deck Plans

Otello deck, rigoletto deck, la traviata deck, turandot deck, sun deck/mini-golf deck, msc opera staterooms.

Balcony (BA)

Balcony (bb), balcony (bm1), balcony (br1).

Balcony (FLA)

Balcony (b2).

• Priority choice of early or late dining seating
• 50% off all fitness classes & personal trainer
• Cooking & language classes for kids
• Free room service delivery (6am-11pm)
• Free Continental breakfast in stateroom upon request
• Earn MSC Voyagers Club points for discounts on your next cruise and other benefits

Balcony (B1)

• Choice of seating at early or late dinner
• Earn MSC Voyagers Club points for discounts on your next cruise & other benefits
• Add on amenities at a fee

Balcony (B3)

• Priority boarding
• UNLIMITED drinks including specialy coffee, non-premium cocktails, soft drinks, beer and gelato
• "My Choice Dining" for dinner anytime during dining room hours
• Spa treatment (60 min.massage, sauna & steam room acess - adults only)
• Complimentary bathrobe & slippers to use during your cruise
• Access to the exclusive Top 18 sundeck

Balcony (BW)

• Welcome Kit (T-shirts, shorts, towel, bracelet, Technogym wellness bag)
• One-on-one consultation including body fat composition test with your personal MSC Master Trainer trained by Technogym
• Exclusive Wellness shore activities including Zumba on the beach, bike tours & more (6-nights or less: 1 excursion included; 7-nights: 2 excursinos included; 8+ nights; 3 excursions included)
• 1 gym class per day; every other day for cruises longer than 7 nights (excluding embarkation & disembarkation day)
• 1 Sports drink each day in your stateroom
• Mineral water in bars, restaurants, buffet & stateroom
• Selection of fresh, healthy food & drink options in restaurants & buffet
• Health check-up with MSC doctor including blood pressure test, electrocardiogram and cholesterol test
• Laundry services for your MSC gym gear
• Free internet access to the Technogym App

Inside (IB)

Inside (im1), inside (im2), inside (i2), inside (i1), inside (spl), inside (iw).

Oceanview (OX1)

Oceanview (OB)

Oceanview (ol1), oceanview (om1), oceanview (om2).

Oceanview (OO)

Oceanview (o2), oceanview (o1), oceanview (ow).

Suite (SR1)

• "My Choice Dining" for dinner anytime during dinign room hours

Photo Gallery for Msc Opera Cruise Ship

This photo gallery of MSC’s stunning ships will give you an idea of what an MSC cruise is like, but to really see it sparkle we recommend a cruise on one of these Italian based ships. 

Sotto Vento Club

Teatro Dell'Opera

Top 10 Msc Opera Cruises

• MSC Opera 6 NIGHT Mediterranean CRUISE Departing From Genoa, Italy (May 2024)
• MSC Opera 5 NIGHT Mediterranean CRUISE Departing From Naples, Italy (May 2024)
• MSC Opera 7 NIGHT Mediterranean - Eastern CRUISE Departing From Bari, Italy (May 2024 - Oct 2025)
• MSC Opera 3 NIGHT Africa CRUISE Departing From Tenerife, Canary Islands, Spain (Nov 2024)
• MSC Opera 7 NIGHT Africa CRUISE Departing From Tenerife, Canary Islands, Spain (Nov 2024 - Mar 2025)
• MSC Opera 7 NIGHT Africa CRUISE Departing From Las Palmas, Gran Canaria, Canary Islands (Nov 2024 - Mar 2025)
• MSC Opera 9 NIGHT Africa CRUISE Departing From Funchal, Madeira, Portugal (Nov 2024)
• MSC Opera 6 NIGHT Africa CRUISE Departing From Funchal, Madeira, Portugal (Nov 2024 - Feb 2025)
• MSC Opera 8 NIGHT Africa CRUISE Departing From Funchal, Madeira, Portugal (Nov 2024 - Feb 2025)
• MSC Opera 7 NIGHT Africa CRUISE Departing From Funchal, Madeira, Portugal (Nov 2024 - Mar 2025)

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Accessibility

Learn about MSC Cruises' handicap accessible cruises and accommodations for guests with disabilities or special needs, including dietary restrictions, audio and visual impairments and mobility issues.

Enjoy dining aboard MSC Cruises, including the Main Restaurant, La Locanda Pizzeria, Eataly, Ristorante Italia, La Palmeraie, L'Etoile, Galaxy Lounge and many more.

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Enjoy MSC Cruises' onboard entertainment, including theater shows, casino games, bars and lounges, bowling, video arcade, 4D movies and more.

Onboard Activities

Engage in MSC Cruises' onboard activities, including aqua parks, water slides, fitness classes, art auctions, pools, sports courts and duty-free shopping.

Service & Awards

Learn how MSC Cruises' staff and crew take care of your every need with an extensive list of onboard services. Plus, view MSC Cruises' awards.

Spa & Fitness

Relax in MSC Cruises' Aurea Spa - featuring a sauna, steam room and whirlpool bath - fitness centers and wellness classes like yoga, dance and nutrition.

Special Events

Learn about MSC Cruises' special themed cruises, including a baseball themed cruise celebrating America's pastime.

Explore MSC Cruises' ship staterooms, including suites, balconies, oceanviews and inside staterooms, as well as the luxurious MSC Yacht Club exclusive retreat.

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MSC Cruises confirms MSC Opera and Virtuosa for 2023/24 season in Dubai

After sailing its biggest ever Middle East cruise season during 2022/23 out of Dubai , MSC Cruises has confirmed that MSC Opera will once more be deployed to the region, while MSC World Europa will be replaced with MSC Virtuosa.

MSC Cruises doubled up in Dubai for the current season, which runs from November, 2022 to March, 2023, with MSC Opera and MSC World Europa both homeporting in Dubai and sailing week-long roundtrip itineraries in the Arabian Gulf.

MSC World Europa is the largest cruise ship in the fleet, the second-largest class of ship in the world, and is currently the largest ever to homeport in Dubai.

While MSC Virtuosa is slightly smaller, she’s still one of the largest in the world and a major demonstration by MSC Cruises of its confidence in the Middle East cruise market, which has seen extraordinary growth in the last few years, in spite of the COVID-19 pandemic.

MSC currently homeports in both the UAE (in Dubai and Abu Dhabi), and Saudi Arabia (in Jeddah). MSC Orchestra has been confirmed for the 2023/24 cruise season out of Jeddah, replacing MSC Splendida, which is currently sailing from the city until April next year.

MSC Opera’s 2023/24 Dubai cruise season

MSC Opera will arrive in Dubai in November, 2023, after completing a 20-night repositioning voyage from Genoa through the Mediterranean, along the Suez Canal and down the Red Sea, stopping at ports in Egypy and Saudi Arabia along the way.

She’ll sail her first roundtrip Dubai cruise of the 2023/24 season on November 19th. These 7-night itineraries sailing from Dubai to Dubai visit Khasab and Muscat in Oman, as well as the UAE’s capital Abu Dhabi, and its exclusive cruise destination island Sir Bani Yas.

Some of the itineraries switch out Khasab for Fujairah, but all are 7 days in length. She’ll sail these itineraries until April 21st, 2024, when she’ll depart Dubai for Civitavecchia (Rome), with the 20-night voyage retracing her steps back through the Red Sea and Mediterranean.

MSC Opera is around a third the size of MSC World Europa in terms of gross tonnage, and carries just 2,150 passengers at double occupancy, but there’s still plenty passengers will find onboard to keep themselves entertained.

There are four restaurants, including a pizzeria, 8 bars and cafes, including an elegant piano bar, and 2 pools with 2 whirlpools up on the top deck. As a result of her major refit in 2014-2015, the ship also has a Dormey spray park up here.

There are dedicated facilities for babies, toddlers, children and teens, including a virtual games arcade, and for the adults there are four lounges, a casino, spa, gym, nightclub and even a shopping area.

MSC Virtuosa

MSC Virtuosa’s 2023/24 Dubai cruise season

MSC Virtuosa will sail her first roundtrip cruise of the season from Dubai on December 2nd, 2023. These 7-night Dubai to Dubai cruises will depart every Saturday from Dubai Cruise Terminal in Port Rashid until March 30th, 2024, when she’ll depart on a 30-night repositioning cruise to Southampton.

Each voyage sails from Dubai in the United Arab Emirates to the nation’s capital, Abu Dhabi, and then overnight to the offshore island of Sir Bani Yas, where passengers will find a dedicated cruise beach and game safari park.

The next port of call will be Dammam, in Saudi Arabia, followed by an overnight cruise to Doha, Qatar and the back to Dubai, where the ship spends the final night of the cruise in port.

MSC Virtuosa can accommodate about 6,500 passengers and features more than 30 restaurants and bars, a shopping mall and entertainment facilities across 19 decks.

Her 1,000-seat theatre is home to Broadway-style productions every night, the MSC Aurea Spa is the largest in the fleet, the Tropical Pool has a retractable glass roof for swimming in any weather, the Savannah Aquapark is one of the largest at sea, and the Horizon Pool offers amphitheatre-style seating and in-water loungers.

There’s also a Himalayan Ropes course with obstacles dangling about 80 metres above the ocean, an F1 race car simulator, a bowling alley, a large retail area and countless other amenities. The ship was named in Dubai when she was delivered to the cruise line in 2021.

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• Bari (Italy)
• Dubai (Port Rashid-Dubai Harbour, UAE)
• Abu Dhabi (UAE)
• Venice (Marghera, Italy)
• Santa Cruz de Tenerife (Canary Islands)

MSC Opera current position

MSC Opera current location is at South Africa (coordinates -35.03178 S / 19.34004 E) cruising at speed of 17.8 kn (33 km/h | 20 mph) en route to Las Palmas de Gran Canaria. The AIS position was reported 31 minutes ago.

Current itinerary of MSC Opera

MSC Opera current cruise is 6 days, one-way from Genoa to Bari . The itinerary starts on 12 May, 2024 and ends on 18 May, 2024 .

Specifications of MSC Opera

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MSC Opera Itineraries

Msc opera review, review of msc opera.

The 2004-built//2015-stretched MSC Opera cruise ship is the 4th/last of MSC's Lirica-class liner, with sisterships Armonia ,  Sinfonia , Lirica .

The vessel (IMO number 9250464) is currently Panama- flagged (MMSI 357627000) and registered in Colon .

History - construction and ownership

MSC Cruises (MSC Crociere) is a passenger shipping company headquartered in Genoa and Naples . It was established in 1960. Today, MSC Crociere is a subsidiary of MSC (Mediterranean Shipping Company) - the world's 2nd largest containership company . MSC Crociere is the world's largest privately-owned cruise company.

By annual passenger shipping volumes, MSC is ranked the world's 3rd largest cruise shipowner - following only Carnival Corporation and RCG-Royal Caribbean Group .

All 4 vessels of this class (Armonia, Lirica, Opera, Sinfonia) were enlarged/elongated by 24 m (80 ft), adding around 193 new cruise staterooms (including Balcony), 59 more crew cabins, plus new public spaces, new kids facilities (with LEGO and Chicco themed activities), outdoor water park ("Spray Park" with interactive slides, jets and water toys).

The 2200-passenger ship MSC Opera delivers her guests a real Italian style cruise vacation. Fantastic establishments and pleasant staff in addition to thorough itineraries help make MSC Opera the perfect ship.

Decks and Cabins

MSC Opera staterooms (1071 total, in 8 grades) include 28 Suites, 204 Balcony, 401 Oceanview and 438 Inside cabins. Most staterooms are sized 140 ft2 / 13 m2. Most cabin balconies are sized 40 ft2 / 4 m2. The largest are the Balcony Suites (250 ft2 / 24 m2 plus 55 ft2 / 5 m2 terrace). The ship has only 5 wheelchair-accessible cabins (type Inside).

The boat has 13 decks , of which 9 are passenger-accessible and 5 with cabins.

MSC Opera decks are named after famous Italian operas.

Shipboard dining options - Food and Drinks

There are no dining surcharges onboard the MSC Opera because there are no speciality restaurants on this ship. Opera offers an abundance of Italian food, but the quality can vary. The La Caravella Restaurant on Deck 5 is the larger of the two main dining rooms. It features tables for two to six diners. The casual buffet is located on Deck 11 and provides an alternative to the main dining rooms.

Follows the complete list of MSC Opera restaurants and food bars.

• La Caravella Restaurant (aft Dining Room, capacity 981 seats, open for complimentary Breakfast 7-10 am, Lunch 12-2 pm/3-course menu, and Dinner (with 2 fixed seatings- at 6 and 9 pm/7-course menu, size 1615 m2)
• L’Approdo Restaurant (aft Dining Room, capacity 422 seats, dinner only/ with 2 fixed seatings at 6 or 9 pm, size 583 m2)
• Il Patio Restaurant (forward location, capacity 402 seats, complimentary, with 2 stations- Italian Pizzeria and an Outdoor Grill/burger bar; open 12-7 pm, size 968 m2)
• Le Vele Restaurant (380 seats self-service cafeteria-buffet restaurant; open 6 am - 2 am, complimentary, size 710 m2).

Shipboard entertainment options - Fun and Sport

There are lots of thrilling things to do on the MSC Opera. Energetic guests onboard can enjoy the mini-golf, jogging track, or two pools with two jacuzzis, plus sauna and beauty salon, along with a well-equipped gymnasium. After benefiting these establishments, passengers may relax with a hot stone massage and feel brand new and rejuvenated. Additional amenities include complimentary 24-Hour Room-Service, Supervised Children Program, Internet/WiFi Access, Laundry.

Follows the complete list of MSC Opera lounges, clubs and other entertainment venues for kids, teens and adults.

• Teatro dell’ Opera Theatre (capacity 713 seats, for grand-style live music and show productions, concerts, acrobatics, with 2 shows a night- at 7:30 and 9:30 pm, level 1 of 2)
• Sotto Vento Pub (138 seats English pub bar/smoking allowed, with live music and multiple TVs, size 350 m2)
• The Card Room, Internet Point & The Library (20 seats double function room, size 57 m2)
• Voyagers Club Info Point
• Opera Atrium (2-decks high midship open area)
• Reception Desk (160-seat guest services, reservations, bookings, sports equipment, size 1117 m2)
• Shore Excursions Desk (booking, planning, information; art exhibitions nearby, size 40 m2)
• Via Condotti (shopping alley with outlets and stalls, size 100 m2)
• Beauty & Cosmetics (brand perfumes and luxury cosmetics shop)
• Gallery (brand jewelry, sunglasses, watches shop, size 60 m2)
• Charms & Bijoux (luxury jewelry and accessories shop, size 20 m2)
• Lei & Lui Boutique (design clothing shop, size 40 m2)
• Duty-Free Shop (snacks, alcohol, tobaccos, size 60 m2)
• Accessories Shop (leather goods shop, size 26 m2)
• MSC Logo Shop (MSC logo items and toys, size 50 m2)
• Piazza di Spagna (206 seats piano bar with live music; also hosts bingo games, size 902 m2)
• Aroma Bar (87 seats specialty coffee bar/a la carte charge, complimentary cookies and pastries, coffee packages, size 245 m2)
• Cotton Club Lounge & Bar (155 seats lounge with live music, dance floor, also hosts art auctions, size 345 m2)
• Med Pearl Casino (143 seats, smoking allowed area, with slots and gambling tables, own full bar, size 460 m2)
• Shopping Area / Duty Free (Tobaccos, liquors & snack, size 60 m2), Perfumes & cosmetics (size 70 m2)
• La Cabala (91 seats piano bar with live music, size 300 m2)
• Video Games Arcade (size 45 m2)
• Photo Gallery & Shop (photo services, cameras, binoculars, accessories, size 45 m2 - gallery/45 m2 - shop)
• Medical Center (Infirmary, size 107 m2) is the ship’s hospital operated by resident doctors/physicians and nurses on 24-hour duty. Payments are made by the boarding pass (treatments equivalent to a private doctor’s visit). General health insurance policies do not apply, so buying cruise health insurance is recommended
• MSC Opera Aurea Spa & Fitness Complex (consists of 2 Saunas, 2 Steam Rooms, Thalassotherapy Room, Relaxation Area, Treatment Rooms, Beauty Salon and Gym/Gymnasium, with an aerobics studio for classes, size 831 m2)
• Baby Club (size 52 m2) & Mini Club (size 42 m2) - Buffalo Bill Playroom (Wild West-themed kids play area with TVs, Playstations, movies, games, arts-crafts)
• Le Piscine Pool Area (2 twin outdoor saltwater pools with 2 Whirlpools)
• Lo Spinnaker Bar (poolside bar; open 11 am - 7 pm, size 2364 m2), with 3 sections- Main/full bar, Ice Cream Bar Gelateria Italiana and Vitamin Bar (fresh fruit-vegetable juices)
• Doremi Spray Park
• Power Walking/Jogging Track (7 laps = 1 mi, size 1200 m2)
• Shuffleboard (size 20 m2)
• Young Club (size 54 m2) & Juniors Club (size 100 m2) teenagers lounge area for dance classes, disco, sports and video games contests, trivia games
• Teens Club (size 95 m2)
• Virtual Reality Games (video games arcades, Tennis Tables)
• Discoteca Byblos (322 seats disco & nightclub with full bar; opens 12 am/midnight; during the day is a retreat area for panoramic views, size 739 m2)
• Sundeck / Top 13 Solarium (adults-only relaxation area with loungers), Golf Simulator (at surcharge).
• Sports Center (combined sports court)
• 8-hole Mini-Golf Course (complimentary equipment from Deck 5’s reception).

Itineraries

MSC Opera itinerary program is based on cruises to Cuba. The ship offers 7-days Caribbean itineraries roundtrip from Havana (two nights), with feature port destinations Montego Bay Jamaica , George Town (Grand Cayman Island) and Cozumel Mexico . In July 2015, MSC announced that due to rising demand the company will homeport the ship in Havana for 2016-2017 winter season. From November 2016, a second liner ( MSC Armonia ) joined Opera for the entire season.

Due to the Coronavirus crisis, the MSC ship Opera was paused for 2+ years (between March 2020 and April 2022), restarting operations on April 24 (Mediterranean from Genoa). Opera's Arabian/Red Sea 2021-2022 program (from Dubai) was canceled as well as the winter 2024-2025 program, the latter being replaced with a Canary Islands deployment.

In the Canaries, MSC Opera had scheduled 7-night itineraries (November 3, 2024, through March 16, 2025) visiting 6 call ports. Departing roundtrip from Santa Cruz de Tenerife , the ship visits  Las Palmas de Gran Canaria ,  Puerto del Rosario (Fuerteventura) ,  Funchal (Madeira) ,  Santa Cruz de la Palma , and  Arrecife (Lanzarote) before returning back to Tenerife. MSC's new Canary Islands itinerary offers flexible homeporting options allowing boarding in Santa Cruz de Tenerife (Sundays), Las Palmas (Mondays), Madeira (Thursdays or Fridays) and Arrecife (Saturdays).

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MSC Opera Wiki

The vessel (Chantiers de l’Atlantique yard/hull number L32) has volume 65591 GT-tons, DWT-deadweight tonnage 8707 tons, max draught 7 m. The powerplant is based on Wartisla marine diesel engines (model 12V38) with combined output 31,68 MW (42480 hp). The registered shipowner is NEWCO OPERA SA, while the registered manager is MSC MEDITERRANEAN SHIPPING CO.

Opera is MSC's 4th and last Lirica-class liner, with sisterships Armonia ,  Lirica ,  Sinfonia . In 2015, the MSC ship Opera was stretched/elongated by 25 m (82 ft) during a  drydock refit  done at Fincantieri's shipyard in  Palermo Sicily . During the dry-dock (between May 2 and July 4), the vessel was cut in two and a pre-built section was inserted midship.  Ship's reconstruction project was part of MSC's USD 273 million "Renaissance Program", by which besides Opera were also enlarged the sisterships Armonia, Lirica, and Sinfonia.

MSC Opera refurbishment 2015 review

The ship's last drydock was in March 2022 (at Port Valletta 's Palumbo Malta Shipyard).

The vessel was majorly refitted and refurbished in 2015 (dry-dock between May 2 and July 4). There are substantial deck plan changes following the project since the cruise ship was stretched (elongated by 25 m / 82 ft). The list of deckplan changes after the refurbishment includes:

• All cruise cabins were renovated and upgraded as amenities.
• A total of 197 new cruise cabins and suites (of which 30 with balconies) were added (on decks 9-Norma, 10-Turandot, 12-La Boheme) plus 59 new crew cabins.
• New stateroom categories were introduced.
• An Aqua Park (named Spray Park, with waterfalls and interactive slides) was installed.
• All boutique shops were upgraded (new designs).
• A new luxury perfumes shop was added.
• The supervised kids' clubs and play areas were upgraded with equipment and toys by Chicco and LEGO.

The boat's passenger capacity was increased from 1712 (max 2000) to 2142 (max 2570).

The 10-week drydock was valued at nearly EUR 50 million. 

Cuba cruise itineraries 2016-2017

In July 2015, MSC announced that the Opera ship will be homeported in  Havana Cuba . Starting on December 22 (2015), the ship operated during the winter season (2015-2016) a total of 16 roundtrip 7-night Caribbean cruises from Cuba.

• Destination ports of call list include Mexico (Cozumel /2-night stay), Jamaica (Montego Bay), Grand Cayman (George Town) and Havana (2-night stay).
• MSC also offered Caribbean fly-cruise deals from Europe (Spain, Italy, France, Germany), also from USA, Canada and South America (Brazil, Argentina).
• MSC Opera's originally scheduled for 2015 Canary Islands cruises (also including Madeira Island and Morocco) were canceled. All booked passengers received full refunds or re-booked on alternative MSC Mediterranean itineraries with compensations onboard credit or cabin upgrades. Those who re-booked to Cuba with fly-cruise deals received a flight discount (fixed fee EUR 285 per person).
• MSC's local partner is Cubanacan Group (hotel chain).
• Another MSC ship with scheduled for 2016-2017 itineraries to Havana was  MSC Armonia .
• With Opera, MSC became the world's first major cruise line to homeport a big-sized ship in Cuba.
• Opera's first cruise out of Havana left on December 22, 2015, following the Transatlantic repositioning to Cuba from Genoa Italy (December 2-21).
• On April 12, 2016, MSC Opera left Havana for a Transatlantic cruise to Europe (ending in Warnemunde-Rostock Germany  on May 7).

Mon-Fri 9am - 7pm EST Sat-Sun 9am - 6pm EST

A refined style, precious materials and attention to detail make MSC Opera a cruise ship that really is something to sing about! Built along more classic lines than her sisters in the Musica and Fantasia classes, making a special atmosphere onboard while enabling you to visit those destinations that are inaccessible to larger vessels.

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Get ready to dive into one of our pools, let your hair down at the themed parties, treat yourself to something delicious in one of our amazing restaurants, and much more!  

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Entertainment.

Whether you are trying your luck in the Med Pearl Casino, relaxing in the La Cabala Piano Bar, dancing in the Byblos Disco, enjoying a show in the Teatro dell’ Opera, or browsing in the new walk-through shopping area, there’s never a dull moment on board.

Family & Kids

We’ve teamed up with expert partners like Chicco, LEGO ® and Namco® to create a series of superb new play areas for kids of all ages, including an exciting spray park, while teenagers can enjoy virtual reality gaming and their own exclusive clubs.

Fitness and Relaxation

There are plenty of options for fitness and fun on board, with a double pool complex complete with whirlpool baths, a gym, power walking track, minigolf, shuffleboard, sauna, Turkish bath and the MSC Aurea Spa wellness center offering superb massages.

stateroomS & SUITES

Choose from a wide variety of accommodations including stateroom for families, suites and balcony staterooms.

• Comfortable king bed that can be converted into two single beds on request
• Spacious closet
• Bathroom with bathtub, vanity area and hairdryer
• Interactive TV, telephone, save and minibar
• Wi-Fi access available ($)
• Approx. 140 ft 2 with a balcony that is approx. 32 ft 2 Choose the stateroom type that best suits you:  Balcony Aurea (best location, approx. 140 ft 2 , decks 9 - 10) Junior Balcony (approx. 140 ft 2 , decks 9 - 10) The image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same stateroom category).
• Window with sea view
• Relaxing armchair
• Bathroom with shower, vanity area and hairdryer
• TV, telephone, safe and minibar
• Approx. 129 – 237 ft 2
• Located on decks 7 - 10 Choose the stateroom type that best suits you: Premium Ocean View (approx. 237 ft 2 , deck 9) Junior Ocean View (approx. 129 – 140 ft 2 , decks 7 - 10) Junior Ocean View with Obstructed View (approx. 129 – 140 ft 2 , deck 7)  The image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same stateroom category).  

Choose from a superb selection of leisure and entertainment options throughout each day and night of your cruise. From watching spectacular shows or playing video games to shopping or working out, you’ll always be able to find the ideal activity to satisfy your desire.

RestaurantS & BUFFET

The gourmet dining onboard is out of this world, offering an ever-changing array of Mediterranean and international specialties, not forgetting authentic Italian pizza, freshly prepared from the finest ingredients to delight your palate.

La Caravella Restaurant

L'approdo restaurant, le vele buffet restaurant, il patio bar, bars & lounges.

On MSC Opera, there’s a bar or lounge to suit every mood and every moment. So when you feel like a mid-morning cappuccino, a refreshing fruit smoothie while you sunbathe, a glass of wine or a late-night cocktail, you won’t have far to go.

Aroma Coffee Bar

Cotton club, lo spinnaker bar, la cabala piano bar, byblos discoteca, piazza di spagna, sottovento pub, med pearl casino, gelateria italiana, vitamin bar.

Use the deck plans to select your ideal stateroom. The plan allows you to pinpoint the locations, while the colors distinguish the stateroom category.

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• 7. Rigoletto
• 8. La Traviata
• 10. Turandot
• 12. La Bohème
• 13. Minigolf
• Junior Interior
• Junior Ocean View with obstructed view
• Junior Ocean View
• Premium Ocean View
• Junior Balcony
• Deluxe Balcony Aurea
• Deluxe Suite Aurea

• Our ships offer the possibility of combining 2 or 3 connecting cabins based on the ship class. Call our Contact Center to choose the best accommodation for you.

• All cabins have one double bed convertible to two single beds, except in cabins for guests with disabilities or reduced mobility (H).

• 3rd bed available in all categories except for Junior Ocean View with obstructed view, Premium Ocean View, Junior balcony.

• 4th bed available in Junior Interior and Junior Ocean View

Ship configuration, data and descriptions may be subject to change depending on the season and on the destination and must be verified at the time of booking.

• Gross tonnage: 65,591 tons
• Number of passengers: 2,658
• Crew members: 728
• Number of staterooms: 1,070, incl. 5 accessible staterooms
• Length / Beam / Height: 902 ft. / 94 ft. / 177 ft.
• Maximum speed: 20,3 knots

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7 Night Arabian Peninsula

from Dubai, U.A.E.

The December 31, 2023 cruise on the MSC Opera departs from Dubai, U.A.E.. On this 7 Night Arabian Peninsula sailing, the ship will visit a total of 6 different cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The MSC Opera sets sail on a Sunday (December 31, 2023) and returns on a Invalid Date (Invalid Date).

The MSC Opera was built in 2004 and is amoung MSC's 22 ships in it's fleet. The MSC Opera is included in the cruise line's Lirica Class. In the cruise ship stats below you'll find the MSC Opera vs all other MSC ships.

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Mon - Fri 8:00am - 7:00pm Sat 9:00am - 1:00pm (AES/DT) Closed on Public Holidays.

ITINERARIES

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Entertainment.

Family & Kids

Fitness and Relaxation

CABINS & SUITES

• Surface approx  13 sqm, Balcony approx 3 sqm, deck 9-10
• Bathroom with shower, vanity area with hairdryer
• Comfortable double or single beds (on request)
• TV, telephone, Wifi connection available (for a fee), safe and minibar

Choose the cabin type that best suits you:

• Balcony Aurea (best ship positions, surface approx 13 sqm, deck 9-10 )
• Junior Balcony (surface approx 13 sqm, deck 9-10 )

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Size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same cabin category)

• Surface approx 12-22 sqm, deck 7-10
• Window with sea view
• Relaxing armchair
• Premium Ocean view (surface approx 22 sqm, deck 9 )
• Junior Ocean view (surface approx 12-13 sqm, deck 7-10 )
• Junior Ocean View with obstructed view (surface approx 12-13 sqm, deck 7 )

• Surface approx 12-13 sqm, deck 7-10
• Bathroom with shower, vanity area and hairdryer
• Comfortable double or single beds (on request*)

*Cabins for guests with disabilities or reduced mobility have single beds only.

RestaurantS & BUFFET

La Caravella Restaurant

L'Approdo Restaurant

Le Vele buffet restaurant

Il Patio Bar

Bars & lounges, aroma coffee bar.

Cotton Club

Lo Spinnaker Bar

La Cabala Piano Bar

Byblos Discoteca

Piazza di Spagna

Sottovento Pub

Med Pearl Casino

Gelateria Italiana

Vitamin Bar

Use the deck plans to select your ideal cabin. The plan allows you to pinpoint the locations, while the colours distinguish the cabin category. 

• 7. Rigoletto
• 8. La Traviata
• 10. Turandot
• 12. La Bohème
• 13. Minigolf
• Junior Interior
• Junior Ocean View with obstructed view
• Junior Ocean View
• Premium Ocean View
• Junior Balcony
• Deluxe Balcony Aurea
• Deluxe Suite Aurea

B: Cabin with bathtub

• All cabins have one double bed convertible to two single beds, except in cabins for guests with disabilities or reduced mobility (H). • 3rd bed available in all categories except for Junior Ocean View with obstructed view, Premium Ocean View, Junior balcony. • 4th bed available in Junior Interior and Junior Ocean View • Our ships offer the possibility of combining 2 or 3 connecting cabins based on the ship class. Call our Contact Center to choose the best accommodation for you. Ship configuration, data and descriptions may be subject to change depending on the season and on the destination and must be verified at the time of booking.

• Gross tonnage: 65,591 tons
• Number of passengers: 2658
• Crew members: 728
• Number of cabins: 1070, incl. 5 for guests with disabilities or reduced mobility
• Length / Beam / Height: 274,9 m / 28.8 m / 54 m
• Maximum speed: 20,3 knots

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Mon - Fri 9 - 19 | Sat 9 - 18 | Sun 10 - 16

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ITINERARIES

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Entertainment.

Family & Kids

Fitness and Relaxation

CABINS & SUITES

• Surface approx  13 sqm, Balcony approx 3 sqm, deck 9-10
• Bathroom with shower, vanity area with hairdryer
• Comfortable double or single beds (on request)
• TV, telephone, Wifi connection available (for a fee), safe and minibar

Choose the cabin type that best suits you:

• Balcony Aurea (best ship positions, surface approx 13 sqm, deck 9-10 )
• Junior Balcony (surface approx 13 sqm, deck 9-10 )

The image is representative only

Size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same cabin category)

• Surface approx 12-22 sqm, deck 7-10
• Window with sea view
• Relaxing armchair
• Premium Ocean view (surface approx 22 sqm, deck 9 )
• Junior Ocean view (surface approx 12-13 sqm, deck 7-10 )
• Junior Ocean View with obstructed view (surface approx 12-13 sqm, deck 7 )

• Surface approx 12-13 sqm, deck 7-10
• Bathroom with shower, vanity area and hairdryer
• Comfortable double or single beds (on request*)

*Cabins for guests with disabilities or reduced mobility have single beds only.

RestaurantS & BUFFET

La Caravella Restaurant

L'Approdo Restaurant

Le Vele buffet restaurant

Il Patio Bar

Bars & lounges, aroma coffee bar.

Cotton Club

Lo Spinnaker Bar

La Cabala Piano Bar

Use the deck plans to select your ideal cabin. The plan allows you to pinpoint the locations, while the colours distinguish the cabin category. 

• 7. Rigoletto
• 8. La Traviata
• 10. Turandot
• 12. La Bohème
• 13. Minigolf
• Junior Interior
• Junior Ocean View with obstructed view
• Junior Ocean View
• Premium Ocean View
• Junior Balcony
• Deluxe Balcony Aurea
• Deluxe Suite Aurea

B: Cabin with bathtub

• All cabins have one double bed convertible to two single beds, except in cabins for guests with disabilities or reduced mobility (H). • 3rd bed available in all categories except for Junior Ocean View with obstructed view, Premium Ocean View, Junior balcony. • 4th bed available in Junior Interior and Junior Ocean View • Our ships offer the possibility of combining 2 or 3 connecting cabins based on the ship class. Call our Contact Center to choose the best accommodation for you. Ship configuration, data and descriptions may be subject to change depending on the season and on the destination and must be verified at the time of booking.

• Gross tonnage: 65,591 tons
• Number of passengers: 2658
• Crew members: 728
• Number of cabins: 1070, incl. 5 for guests with disabilities or reduced mobility
• Length / Beam / Height: 274,9 m / 28.8 m / 54 m
• Maximum speed: 20,3 knots

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Mon - Fri 9 - 19 | Sat 9 - 17.30 | Sun 10 - 16

ITINERARIES

main features

Entertainment.

Family & Kids

Fitness and Relaxation

CABINS & SUITES

Restaurants & buffet.

La Caravella Restaurant

L'Approdo Restaurant

Le Vele buffet restaurant

Il Patio Bar

Bars & lounges, aroma coffee bar.

Cotton Club

Lo Spinnaker Bar

La Cabala Piano Bar

Byblos Discoteca

Piazza di Spagna

Sottovento Pub

Med Pearl Casino

Gelateria Italiana

Vitamin Bar

A refined style, precious materials and attention to detail make MSC Opera a cruise ship that really is something to sing about! She is built along more classic lines than her sisters in the Musica and Fantasia classes, making for a special atmosphere on board while enabling you to visit those destinations that are inaccessible to larger vessels.

• 7. Rigoletto
• 8. La Traviata
• 10. Turandot
• 12. La Bohème
• 13. Minigolf
• Junior Interior
• Junior Ocean View with obstructed view
• Junior Ocean View
• Premium Ocean View
• Junior Balcony
• Deluxe Balcony Aurea
• Deluxe Suite Aurea

Thank you for visiting MSC Cruises

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