Jun 14, 2024 • 9 min read
28.05.2024 - 02:15 / breakingtravelnews.com
With its picturesque seascapes, the Mediterranean continues to grow in popularity as a holiday destination, and MSC Cruises has met the demand, offering guests a variety of itineraries that visit multiple cities in the breathtaking region for the ultimate summer holiday, and it’s not too late to book now.
Today, holidaymakers can visit the most popular Western Mediterranean destinations with MSC Cruises this summer with the ease of unpacking a suitcase only once.
A cruise holiday provides the biggest experience-value return, with a wide range of offerings both aboard and ashore to suit any type of traveller. From incredible itineraries and destination excursions to unique onboard experiences with a range of international gourmet dining options, award-winning facilities and activities for families and children of all ages as well as luxurious spa and fitness centres, MSC Cruises offers endless enriching experiences for guests to enjoy.
Offering sailings from May to October, nine elegant MSC Cruises’ ships visit this list of both iconic destinations and options off-the-beaten-path, offering the perfect blend of relaxation, adventure, culture, and entertainment.
Valencia, Spain – Valencia is a vibrant port city full of rich history, Mediterranean charm and arguably the best nightlife in Spain, making it a must-visit this summer. Here, cobblestone streets lead guests to discover storied Spanish history coupled with modern style, not to mention culinary delights, such as tapas, Paella and refreshing horchata. Vibrant blue waters at Playa de Las Arenas beach are perfect during the day, and as the sun sets, Valencia comes alive with hip bars and nightlife. Ships calling on Valencia this summer include:
MSC Fantasia – 7-night itineraries from Valencia
MSC Seaside – 7-night itineraries from Genoa
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Livorno, Italy – Brimming with historical monuments, fascinating museums, and amazing seafood, Livorno is a beautiful port town on the west coast of Tuscany. Stunning natural environments, like Macchia della Magona, are a staple of the region and ideal to explore in summer. Livorno is also the perfect launch pad to Tuscany’s capital of Florence, where the Italian Renaissance was born, and visitors can still admire ancient architecture and masterpieces from Caravaggio, Raphael, and da Vinci. A short coastal drive to Pisa unveils
Piazza dei Miracoli, the famous Leaning Tower, the 13th-century Cathedral of Santa Maria Assunta, and the Baptistery with its splendid Gothic façade. Ships calling on Livorno this summer include:
MSC Fantasia – 7-night itineraries from Valencia
MSC Grandiosa – 7-night itineraries from Livorno
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