MSC Cruises is offering last-minute festive getaways that take the stress out of the season. They can look forward to festive fun, exceptional food, and unforgettable memories at sea.
*All details correct at time of publish (5 November 2025)
Festive Fun Onboard
Guests can enjoy a curated selection of seasonal activities designed for all ages, including:
- Santa’s Extravaganza – A special festive event exclusively for children 11 years and younger, where they can meet Santa and receive a gift from the one and only Santa Claus onboard.
- MasterChef Family Christmas Edition – Families take part in a fun, festive cooking challenge inspired by the MasterChef at Sea experience.
- Guinness World Record: Family Christmas Edition – A lively onboard competition to try and beat festive-themed records together as a family.
- Winter Wonderland Family Christmas Event – Step into a holiday village atmosphere with themed décor, music, and seasonal activities for all ages.
- Holiday Tree Lighting Celebration – Join the Cruise and Youth Teams (alongside mascots Doremi & LEGO Sailor) for the ship’s official Christmas tree lighting ceremony.
Destinations for Every Festive Mood
Whether you prefer a traditional winter wonderland or a sunny escape, MSC Cruises has options for every traveller:
- Northern Europe – Sail from Southampton and explore charming Christmas markets in Hamburg, Rotterdam, and Bruges, with twinkling lights, seasonal treats, and festive shopping.
- Caribbean – Celebrate Christmas in the sun, and snorkel or relax at Ocean Cay, MSC Cruises’ private island in the Bahamas.
- Mediterranean – Enjoy the magic of European Christmas markets with a Mediterranean twist. Wander through Rome’s festive squares, sip mulled wine in Naples, or stroll the illuminated streets of Barcelona, combining cultural charm with holiday cheer.
- Canary Islands – Soak up winter sun on a warm-weather escape to Tenerife, Lanzarote, Gran Canaria and more. Think golden beaches, volcanic landscapes, and festive evenings under star-filled skies.
Your customers can choose how and where they want to celebrate this Christmas – there’s a perfect option for every preference.
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Christmas at Sea – from £879
- 8-night sailing on MSC Poesia departing Southampton, 19 December, visiting Hamburg, Rotterdam, Zeebrugge & Le Havre.
- Bonus: Free Bon Voyage package with prosecco & strawberries.
Canary Islands Winter Sun – from £699
- Fly from Birmingham to join MSC Musica in the Canaries for a 7- night cruise on 7 December from £699 per person
- Experience Christmas with some winter sun on board MSC Musica in the Canaries for 7 nights on 19 December from £1,329pp
- Ports include Tenerife, Lanzarote, Fuerteventura, La Palma, Gran Canaria & Madeira.
Caribbean Winter Escape – from £2,067
- Fly to Barbados on the 23 December and sail for 14 nights on MSC Virtuosa.
- Explore St Lucia, Grenada, Martinique, Guadeloupe, Tortola, St Maarten, Antigua & St Kitts.
To book the Christmas or New Year sailing with MSC Cruises, agents can visit www.mscbook.com
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