MSC Cruises’ upcoming winter Caribbean season from November 2019
to April 2020 will get off to a strong start with MSC Armonia’s maiden
call to the Ocean Cay MSC Marine Reserve just one week after the season begins. As part of her new
and enriched itineraries, MSC Armonia will visit this
exclusive natural island destination every week, as well as other exciting
ports across the Western Caribbean.
Founded
on a deep commitment to ecological principles, Ocean Cay will be a private
island destination like no other, surrounded by protected waters rich in marine
and coral life. It has been conceived to immerse travellers in the natural
beauty of the Caribbean and The Bahamas.
Snorkelling
tours, scuba diving, stand-up paddle boarding and kayaking are among the
outdoor activities that MSC Armonia’s more adventurous guests
will be able to enjoy at Ocean Cay. Those seeking a more relaxing experience
will have eight white sandy
beaches to choose from, as well as a new luxurious spa concept and countless other options. A vast array of
family-friendly experiences will also be available. Like other MSC Cruises ships in the Caribbean, MSC
Armonia will stay at berth from 9am to 11pm, allowing guests to make
the most of their time on the island and enjoy stunning sunsets by the iconic
lighthouse.
Gianni
Onorato, MSC Cruises’ CEO comments, “As
we continue to grow our presence in the region, we have enriched MSC
Armonia’s itineraries to offer our guests an even more immersive
Caribbean experience. The Ocean Cay MSC Marine Reserve will be a key highlight,
with a 14-hour call to let our guests explore and enjoy this beautiful island
and its surrounding waters, both during the day and into the night. MSC
Armonia will also visit other gems across the Western Caribbean in
Jamaica, Mexico, the Cayman Islands and beyond.”
From
November 2019 to April 2020, MSC Armonia will depart on
one-week cruises from Miami every Monday, whereas from April to November 2020
her departure from Miami will be moved to Sunday.
In both
cases, long-haul travellers will get a unique opportunity to spend the weekend
in one of North America’s most vibrant cities before embarking on the cruise of
their lives.
TAKE IN
THE GORGEOUS VIEWS OF JAMAICA’S COAST
MSC
Armonia will regularly visit a range of
exciting ports and destinations across the Western Caribbean region. In
Jamaica, MSC Armonia offers three different ports of call
depending on the itinerary. In Ocho Rios, guests will be able to
join a truly Jamaican bobsleigh tour, dive into Dolphin Cove and admire the
Dunn's River Falls, with 180 metres of cool, refreshing water cascading
over natural limestone terraces. In Montego Bay, on Jamaica’s
north-western coast, MSC Armonia’s guests will be able to go
white-water rafting, tour an old plantation at the Good Hope Estate or learn
about the mysteries of Rose Hall Great House, a fascinating colonial relic
imbued with rumour and intrigue. In January 2020, MSC Armonia will
visit Falmouth on Jamaica’s north coast, home to the
Glistening Waters. When they visit the Luminous Lagoon, where the Martha Brae
River and the Caribbean Sea meet, guests will experience first-hand how these
two bodies of water mix to create bioluminescent micro-organisms that glow
brightly.
DISCOVER
THE BEST THE WESTERN CARIBBEAN HAS TO OFFER
MSC
Armonia will bring the very best the
Western Caribbean has to offer to her guests. In addition to Ocean Cay and
Jamaica, the ship will regularly visit Mexico’s Costa Maya during the Northern
Hemisphere’s winter 2019 – 2020 season. Her guests will enjoy an array of
cultural, outdoor and relaxation activities there. George Town in the Cayman
Islands is another idyllic destination that MSC Armonia will
visit every week.
From
April to November 2020, Key West (Florida, USA) will become a regular feature
in MSC Armonia’s itinerary. There, guests will be able to
visit the Historic District at the Old Town, which includes the island’s most
popular spots, such as Mallory Square, Duval Street and Fort Zachary Taylor, as
well as the southernmost point in the United States.
MSC ARMONIA OFFERS ITS OWN DELIGHTS
MSC
Armonia incorporates a range of
features that turn her into a destination in her own right, having recently
gone through a major refurbishment. In terms of food and dining, the new Surf
and Turf Restaurant offers the best of both worlds, such as a
delicious filet mignon and tempting cold-water lobster tail. Bringing the
Caribbean experience on board, the Rum Bar offers a range of
cocktails, whether traditional or out-of-the-box. The White Lion
Pub introduces a new and complimentary menu featuring light meals –
such as mojo chicken quesadillas, avocado and tuna salad wraps and spinach and
artichoke dips to share – along with a wide selection of beers, including
Newcastle Brown Ale, Murphy’s Irish Stout and Lagunitas IPA.
In
addition to MSC Cruises’ fan-favourite parties like the White Party and Silent
Disco, a highlight of MSC Armonia’s entertainment offering
is its evening theatre entertainment, with a line-up of dynamic
performances on board. Cruisers can marvel at a different, distinct show each
evening. MSC Armonia offers a dedicated LEGO kids area,
through its partnership with the toy giant, as well as a splash park.
In
November, MSC Armonia will go through another drydock
operation at the Bahamas’ Grand Bahama Shipyard.
