MSC Poesia

MSC Poesia, the third ship in MSC Cruises’ Musica class, was launched in 2008. True to her name, this ship aims to offer an elegant and refined cruise experience, like “poetry on the seas.” She blends MSC’s classic Mediterranean style with modern comforts on a mid-sized vessel, ideal for those who prefer a more traditional and intimate atmosphere than that found on the newer mega-ships. Notable features include a waterfall in the central foyer and a variety of lounges offering live music and distinct ambiances.

Attractions

MSC Poesia offers a range of activities focused on relaxation, classic entertainment, and socializing:

1. Teatro Carlo Felice: The ship’s elegant main theatre, seating 1,240 guests, presenting production shows, musicians, and other performers.
2. Themed Lounges: Various bars and lounges with distinctive decor, such as the lively Zebra Bar (featuring zebra print), the Mojito Bar (Cuban-inspired), or the tranquil Il Grappolo d’Oro (wine bar).
3. Pools: Two main outdoor pool areas, Coral Bay (midship) and Cayo Levantado (aft), plus whirlpools. Unlike some other MSC ships, she does not have an indoor pool with a retractable roof.
4. Entertainment & Leisure: Casino Royal, S32 Disco nightclub, video arcade, library and card room, shops.
5. Sports & Wellness: MSC Aurea Spa with treatment rooms, sauna, and steam bath; a well-equipped gym, jogging track, mini-golf, and a sports court (tennis/basketball).
6. Kids’ Areas: Clubs for different age groups (Mini, Junior, Teens) with supervised activities.

Capacity (Technical Features)

MSC Poesia is a mid-sized ship within the MSC fleet:

• Class: Musica
• Gross Tonnage: Approximately $92,627$ GT
• Length: $293.8$ meters ($964$ ft)
• Beam (Width): $32.2$ meters ($106$ ft)
• Height: $59.64$ meters ($196$ ft)
• Decks: 16 total (13 passenger-accessible)
• Passenger Capacity: Approximately $2,550$ (double occupancy) up to $3,223$ (maximum)
• Crew: Approximately $1,039$ members
• Environmental Technologies: Equipped with standard systems for her construction era. (Not LNG-powered).

Food & Drink Venues

The dining offer focuses on Mediterranean and international cuisine, with formal and informal options:

• Main Restaurants: Two main dining rooms, Le Fontane and Il Palladio, offering traditional multi-course dinners in assigned seatings.
• Buffet: The Villa Pompeiana Cafeteria, a more casual buffet for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, including a pizzeria.
• Specialty Restaurants:
  • Kaito Sushi Bar: An authentic Japanese sushi bar, a popular feature on this class of ship. (There may not be other significant specialty options besides this one).
• Bars and Lounges: Around 10-12 bars and lounges, including:
  • Poesia Bar: In the central atrium near the waterfall.
  • Zebra Bar: Large lounge with striking decor and a dance floor.
  • Mojito Bar: Cuban-themed bar.
  • Il Grappolo d’Oro: Wine bar.
  • Pigalle Lounge: Aft lounge.
  • Hitchcock Lounge: Cigar lounge.
  • Poolside bars.

Accommodation

MSC Poesia offers a variety of comfortable cabins:

• Interior Cabins.
• Ocean View Cabins.
• Balcony Cabins: Approximately 65% of the outside cabins feature a private balcony.
• Suites: Balcony suites offering more space and some additional amenities.
• Important: This ship does not feature the exclusive MSC Yacht Club section.

In summary, MSC Poesia is an ideal choice for cruisers seeking an elegant, mid-sized ship with a classic ambiance, good food, varied entertainment, and attentive service, without the scale or high-tech attractions of MSC’s newest vessels.