MSC Cruises announced today an exciting new offering for guests travelling in the MSC Yacht Club. For the first time, they will have the opportunity to book a carefully curated selection of exclusive shore excursions, allowing them to fully immerse themselves in the destinations they visit.

The MSC Yacht Club is MSC Cruises’ unique “ship-within-a-ship” concept, combining added privacy and exclusivity with elegant suites in a keycard-access area of the ship. This exclusive area provides dedicated facilities, including a sundeck, pool, hot tubs, restaurant, and lounge, along with personalised service provided by a 24-hour butler and concierge desk.

Available on many MSC Cruises ships, the MSC Yacht Club offers its guests a secluded retreat while allowing them to enjoy the countless facilities and entertainment possibilities available throughout the rest of the ship.

In keeping with the MSC Yacht Club experience, the cruise line is introducing more than 90 specially designed MSC Yacht Club shore excursions at various ports in the Caribbean, Mediterranean, and Northern Europe, with more to come in other regions later this year. These excursions run with only small groups, enabling guests to explore their destinations more intimately.

From the MSC Yacht Club, guests will enjoy priority disembarkation coupled with private transportation for extra comfort during travel, ensuring a feeling of relaxation with all the details taken care of.

Whether guests want to try their hand at making their own personalized eau de cologne at one of the oldest perfumeries in Southern France, indulge in authentic Greek cuisine on board a private catamaran in Santorini, or relax in a secluded cabana in tropical Jamaica, they will have a multitude of meticulously crafted experiences to choose from.

The experiences fall into several categories to suit various tastes, ranging from authentic culinary experiences or learning about local artistry to visiting architectural treasures or getting involved in upscale adventure activities.

Marialuisa Iaccarino, Head of Shore Excursions, MSC Cruises, said: “The new offering has come following customer feedback and a desire for a more exclusive experience for MSC Yacht Club guests. Guests will benefit from a seamless experience between the butlers’ service onboard and the excursion experts ashore and the opportunity to relax and fully immerse themselves into each destination’s culture, cuisine and traditions.”

Excursions are now bookable in advance for MSC Yacht Club guests online, through the MSC Cruises contact centre, or through the booking travel agent. They can also be booked on board through the MSC For Me app (where available), MSC Yacht Club concierge service, or Shore Excursions desk.

Highlights among the 90+ new shore excursions include:

• Cozumel, Mexico: Enjoy a luxurious catamaran and snorkelling experience.
• Falmouth, Jamaica: Relax in a plush cabana in the forested grounds near the Martha Brae River.
• Cannes, France: Participate in a sensory experience and exclusive perfume-making workshop.
• Genoa, Italy: Immerse yourself in Santa Margherita Ligure’s authentic pesto cooking class.
• Akureyri, Iceland: Rejuvenate at the Fontana geothermal baths.
• Invergordon, Scotland: Try world-famous whisky at Glenmorangie Distillery.

This new offering is set to enhance the MSC Yacht Club experience, providing guests with even more opportunities to explore and enjoy their destinations in an exclusive and intimate setting. Whether culinary delights, cultural immersion, or adventurous activities, MSC Yacht Club guests will undoubtedly find an excursion that suits their tastes and enhances their cruise experience.