MSC Fantasia

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Gorgeous cabin, loads of space. Food was hit and miss. Found a caterpillar in my salad in the restaurant, staff were apologetic. Excursions were great and well organised. Very few shops onboard. There was a huge Russian man who insisted on using the woman’s toilets. He made such a mess (being polite) I had to fetch the cleaner. Other than that we had a lovely cruise and can’t wait to go again

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I had a very bad experience full of stress just wasted my life time and my money.

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MSC Fantasia is a magnificent ship, with plenty of beautiful bars and restaurants to keep most people happy and without making people feel crowded out. The exception to that is the huge theatre; despite its size, it still isn't big enough to hold all on board, and popular shows & events get full up quickly. Our cabin (10199) was generous in size and kept very clean by a personable and attentive steward; it was blighted by a strong smell of drains throughout the week-long cruise, and the only way to get rid of the smell was to open the balcony door. The main problem was MSC's choices of shore excursions which were, frankly, awful. The company had decided that Covid protocols would mean that stringent rules would be applied:- no going ashore independently, only as part of a MSC organised tour, and no leaving the group at any time for souvenir shopping or toilet breaks. The tour guides we encountered had clearly been briefed to adhere rigidly to these restrictions and some enforced them in a rude and authoritarian manner that led to heated exchanges aplenty. The shore excursions were expensive and the descriptions given for passengers' guidance completely dishonest - the tour of Naples, for example, was cited as a short stroll through the ancient port street, and the actuality of was a 2.5 hour forced march on rough and uneven surfaces, often over cobbled streets. Personally, I have one leg amputated below the knee and, had there been an honest appraisal of what to expect, I would have chosen to remain onboard; as it was, the length and difficulty of the excursion rubbed the skin off my residual limb resulting in considerable discomfort and distress. I was physically unable to manage the tour next day in Palma de Mallorca and went to Guest Services to cancel our participation in the Palma tour and was told - very rudely - that I could not cancel without a medical exemption certificate that I could get from the ship's Medical Center once my injury had been "validated" and "verified", further that the certificate would cost me €100 that I could claim off my travel insurance. (With the excess on my policy I would have been still out of pocket, all caused by an outrageously dishonest appraisal.) MSC have lost all face with this particular customer, all due to shocking treatment received; despite the undeniable beauty of the vessel I shall never again board an MSC cruise.

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The ship did not have provision for walking or jogging for exercises. The only open area was the swimming pool area which was over crowded. save for that, and despite being infected by Covid 19 in its infancy stages, the cruise was fantastic. The first shore excursion in Uruguay, was missed out.

Frequently asked questions

Where does MSC Fantasia sail?

MSC Fantasia departs from Trieste, Istanbul, Bari, Genoa, Valencia, Barcelona, Marseille, Naples, Palermo, Montevideo, Buenos Aires, Civitavecchia, Cannes, Cagliari, and Messina, sailing to South America, Europe, and Africa.

How much does it cost to cruise on MSC Fantasia and when should I book?

A 7-night cruise on MSC Fantasia costs from £645 per person in January, rising to £1,263 per person in the peak month of August.

What do passengers think of MSC Fantasia?

MSC Fantasia has an overall rating of 2.6/5 from 5 reviews.

What cruise line operates MSC Fantasia and when was it built?

MSC Fantasia is operated by MSC Cruises. She was launched in 2008.

How big is MSC Fantasia?

MSC Fantasia has a gross tonnage of 137,936 GT, measures 333.3m long by 38m wide, cruises at 22 knots, and has 14 passenger decks.

How many passengers and cabins does MSC Fantasia have?

MSC Fantasia accommodates up to 4,363 passengers with a crew of 1,370 across 1,636 cabins including 2 wheelchair-accessible staterooms.

What facilities and entertainment are on MSC Fantasia?

MSC Fantasia features 9+ dining venues, shows and entertainment, and spa and fitness centre. This is an adults-only ship (no passengers under 18).

What type of cruising is MSC Fantasia best for?

MSC Fantasia is ideal for family-friendly cruises, ocean cruises, fly-cruising, and classic cruising. The onboard currency is USD.

What is the average price of a cruise on MSC Fantasia?

The average price of a cruise on MSC Fantasia is £953 per person.

Is smoking allowed on MSC Fantasia?

Smoking is permitted on board MSC Fantasia in designated areas only.

Does MSC Fantasia have a swimming pool?

MSC Fantasia has a swimming pool on board.

What electrical sockets does MSC Fantasia have?

There are US 2 Pin 110v and EU 2 Pin 220v sockets on board. Adapters are not provided.

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