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| 1 | Thursday, December 24, 2026 | Southampton, Great Britain | Embark | 10:00 PM |
Southampton, UK, is a city and major port situated on the south coast of England, and is widely recognised as the capital of the country’s cruise industry. Each year more and more cruise liners take advantage of its superb cruise terminals. It is, of course, a gateway to Europe’s largest city, the enormous cosmopolitan city of London, with all the cultural and gastronomic attractions you'd expect from a world capital. Read more about Southampton, Great Britain |
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| 2 | Friday, December 25, 2026 | Le Havre, France | 7:00 AM | 9:00 PM |
Le Havre is a city in the NW of France, situated on the right bank of the mouth of the Seine River and 170 km from Paris. Best known for being the ferry terminal for the English Channel crossings, it should not be quickly dismissed. This city was devastated during WWII, but was rebuilt in modernist style and designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2005. Read more about Le Havre, France |
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| 3 | Saturday, December 26, 2026 | At Sea | ||
| 4 | Sunday, December 27, 2026 | Hamburg, Germany | 7:00 AM | 9:00 PM |
Hamburg is a major transport hub in Northern Germany and is one of the most affluent cities in Europe. Located on the river Elbe, some 110 km from its mouth in the North Sea, the port can take the world’s largest cruise ships. The birthplace of Johannes Brahms, who spent his early formative years in the city, it is renowned for its numerous musicals, operas and orchestral presentations. Read more about Hamburg, Germany |
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| 5 | Monday, December 28, 2026 | At Sea | ||
| 6 | Tuesday, December 29, 2026 | Rotterdam, Netherlands | 7:00 AM | 5:00 PM |
Rotterdam - located at the Rhine-Meuse-Scheldt delta on the North Sea - is the largest port in Europe, and a perfect starting point for excursions to the cities of Holland. Few cities rebounded as quickly as Rotterdam following the Nazi invasion, which levelled the medieval heart of town, burning most of it to the ground. Today some of Europe's most bold contemporary architecture, such as the unique Cube Houses, can be found amid classic 18th and 19th C buildings in this, the greatest comeback city in the world. Read more about Rotterdam, Netherlands |
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| 7 | Wednesday, December 30, 2026 | Cherbourg, France | 11:00 AM | 8:00 PM |
Cherbourg is a coast town of Normandy, France, on the English Channel. Of special note is that Cherbourg was the first stop of the Titanic after leaving England. Also of note are the massive man-made sea walls and the ever-busy piers. Read more about Cherbourg, France |
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| 8 | Thursday, December 31, 2026 | Le Havre, France | 8:00 AM | 9:00 PM |
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Le Havre is a city in the NW of France, situated on the right bank of the mouth of the Seine River and 170 km from Paris. Best known for being the ferry terminal for the English Channel crossings, it should not be quickly dismissed. This city was devastated during WWII, but was rebuilt in modernist style and designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2005. Read more about Le Havre, France |
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| 9 | Friday, January 1, 2027 | Southampton, Great Britain | 8:00 AM | Disembark |
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Southampton, UK, is a city and major port situated on the south coast of England, and is widely recognised as the capital of the country’s cruise industry. Each year more and more cruise liners take advantage of its superb cruise terminals. It is, of course, a gateway to Europe’s largest city, the enormous cosmopolitan city of London, with all the cultural and gastronomic attractions you'd expect from a world capital. Read more about Southampton, Great Britain |
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In service from 2013, at 139,400 GT and carrying 3,502 passengers, MSC Preziosa is one of the latest in the expanded version of Fantasia Class ships. This is the most innovative ship built by MSC, and is rather special. New are the Yacht Club ship-within-a-ship living space with Courtyard Villa complex, retractable glass pool roof, 4D with strapped-in-seats cinema, Balinese spa, and high ratio of balcony staterooms.
YC3, YC2, YCP, YC1, YCT
Surface approx. 388 sq. ft. with a balcony that is approx. 172 sq. ft., deck 16.Separate living area and dining roomBathroom with bathtub and shower, vanity area with hairdryerWalk-in wardrobesComfortable double or single beds (on request)Wifi connection includedInteractive TV, telephone, safe and minibarDiscover a world of privileges with MSC Yacht Club including:24-Hour Butler service and dedicated concierge Premium Extra Drink and Premium Internet packages included Complimentary Access to the Thermal Suite in the MSC Aurea SPA Discounts: 20% on a dedicated Specialty Restaurant prepaid package; 40% on a dedicated SPA prepaid package and 10% on all SPA treatments on board. 1 Free cruise changeThe image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same cabin category).
SX, SL1, SLS, SRS
Surface approx. 409-452 sq. ft. with a balcony that is approx. 32 sq. ft., deck 9-11Sitting area with sofaSpacious WardrobeBathroom with bathtub, vanity area with hairdryerComfortable double or single beds (on request)Interactive TV, telephone, Wifi connection available (for a fee), safeAUREA Suite benefits:Priority tender and disembarkationIn-suite espresso machine amenitiesPremium Relaxation amenities in each suite (including bathrobe, slippers, and bespoke MED Bath amenities)Premium Minibar (first minibar items)Ironing service (2 items per suite)This update applies to all ships with departure dates starting from July 1st, 2025Please note the benefits are subject to change without prior notice.The image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same cabin category).
BA, BL3, BL2, BL1, BM2, BM1, BP, BB
Surface approx. 194 sq. ft. with a balcony that is approx. 43 sq. ft., deck 9-13Sitting area with sofaBathroom with shower or bathtub, vanity area with hairdryerComfortable double or single beds (on request)Interactive TV, telephone, Wifi connection available (for a fee), safe and minibarThe image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same cabin category).
OL1, OR2, OM2, OB, IR2, IR1, IM2, IM1, IB
Surface approx. 215 sq. ft., deck 5Window with sea viewRelaxing armchairBathroom with shower, vanity area with hairdryerComfortable double or single beds (on request)Interactive TV, telephone, Wifi connection available (for a fee), safe and minibar The image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same cabin category).
Sofa bed
3rd bed is a pullman bed
3rd & 4th beds are pullman beds
Double sofa bed
Stateroom with Juliet balcony (non-walkable)
Connecting staterooms
Cabin for guests with reduced mobility
MSC Yacht Club/Aurea Suite cabin with panoramic sealed window
Obstructed views
Staterooms with metal balcony
Staterooms with partial metal/partial glass balconies
Ship configuration may be subject to change depending on the season and on the destination
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Cruiseline: MSC Cruises Ship: MSC Preziosa Departure: Thursday, December 24, 2026 Nights: 8 nights Departs: Southampton Returns: Southampton
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