Welcome to Palermo, where echoes of ancient civilizations resonate through its bustling streets and historic landmarks. Perched along the sun-kissed shores of the Mediterranean Sea, Palermo enjoys a Mediterranean climate, offering warm summers and mild winters perfect for leisurely exploration. Away from typical tourist traps, this vibrant city offers an authentic taste of Italy's soul. Cruise lines often anchor here to showcase the country's true essence, from wandering through the vibrant markets of Ballarand Vucciria to savoring traditional Sicilian street food like arancini and panelle. Fun fact: Palermo's iconic Teatro Massimo is one of the largest opera houses in Europe, hosting world-class performances and cultural events.
Welcome to Palermo, where echoes of ancient civilizations resonate through its bustling streets and historic landmarks. Perched along the sun-kissed shores of the Mediterranean Sea, Palermo enjoys a Mediterranean climate, offering warm summers and mild winters perfect for leisurely exploration. Away from typical tourist traps, this vibrant city offers an authentic taste of Italy's soul. Cruise lines often anchor here to showcase the country's true essence, from wandering through the vibrant markets of Ballarand Vucciria to savoring traditional Sicilian street food like arancini and panelle. Fun fact: Palermo's iconic Teatro Massimo is one of the largest opera houses in Europe, hosting world-class performances and cultural events.
Unforgettable memories, amazing experiences, beautiful scenery, very friendly and helpful staff and guests, great food and drink and excellent entertainment.
Our cruse ship virtuosa left Southampton to Lisbon then to carnary island's on a fantastic ship something to do everyday the staff are amazing the shows are great the restaurant are good and you can make some great friends in the champagne bar . Why smc its a great company to sail with .
Our first impressions were good! The ship was well laid out , the bar areas had plenty of seating! The cabin was fairly small. The buffet was extremely busy and as the week went on we realised there was very little variety on offer. My partner and I both caught norovirus whilst on the ship, when checking on various forums, there had been reports of it being on the ship two weeks prior to our sailing but there had been no warning! The only thing that made us aware something wasn’t right was the buffet was not self service! This seemed a bit pointless when ten feet around the corner at the bar, the guys serving were handling every different persons cruise cards and handing them back, no handwashing was taking place. In seven days I did not once see any cleaning of high touch points - lift buttons or stair rails! We had a booked a day trip through MSc to Paris on our last day, we couldn’t go as we’ were too unwell and they refused to refund us.
My reason for leaving two stars is because the staff were lovely. Personally, I will never cruise MSC again, whilst I appreciate any cruise line can get viruses on board, it was the lack of communication and acknowledgment and the refusal to refund £280 for a trip I could not take. We will be going back to Princess!
