| MSC Opera 2005 Departure Dates... Sailing Saturday, February 5, 2005 The MSC Opera lives up to her name. Classic. Grand. Opulent. Just like an opera should be. A true sense of grandeur and spaciousness prevails both inside and out. The 878 cabins, many with private balconies, are roomy and comfortable. The public areas feature a sweeping marble reception area and airy open spaces with walls of windows overlooking sprawling decks. On board the MSC Opera, you will have the elegance, style and luxury of the Mediterranean throughout your voyage. Join in the special excitement of participating in the debut sailings of the stunning MSC Opera for her Inaugural Season 2005! MSC Opera... MSC Italian Cruises introduces the MSC Opera, the newest addition to their fine fleet of ships. Built at one of the most prestigious shipyards worldwide, Chantiers de l'Atlantique, the MSC Opera was clearly designed with Italian style in mind. Elegant and luxurious, the atmosphere on board is comparable to the best of Italian hotels. Joining the MSC Lirica, which launched in 2003, the sister ships are a gleaming reflection of our high standards of service, comfort and design. The twelve decks of the MSC Opera contain every amenity for the enjoyment of our guests including a state-of-the-art fitness center, full-service spa and salon, tennis and volleyball courts, jogging track, golf course, two swimming pools and whirlpools, shopping gallery, multiple restaurants, internet cafe, theater, casino and night club. The MSC Opera lives up to her name. Classic. Grand. Opulent. Just like an opera should be. A true sense of grandeur and spaciousness prevails both inside and out. The many cabins, some with private balconies, are roomy and comfortable. The public areas feature a sweeping marble reception area and airy open spaces with walls of windows overlooking sprawling decks. On board the MSC Opera, you will have the elegance, style and luxury of the Mediterranean throughout your voyage. Join in the special excitement of participating in the debut sailings of the stunning MSC Opera for her Inaugural Season! The MSC Opera will be sailing from Ft. Lauderdale only a short time before relocating to the Mediterranean this March. ITINERARY Day 1 Port Everglades, Ft. Lauderdale, FL Depart at 5:00 PM Day 2 Key West Arrive at 7:00 AM - Depart at 2:00 PM Day 3 Cozumel Arrive at 10:00 AM - Depart at 6:00 PM Day 4 At Sea Day 5 Grand Cayman Arrive at 10:00 AM - Depart at 6:00 PM Day 6 Roatan Island Arrive at 7:00 AM - Depart at 3:00 PM Day 7 At Sea Day 8 Port Everglades, Ft. Lauderdale, FL Arrive at 7:00 AM Key West Discover a city where real estate titles date back to the Kings of Spain. Stroll the palm-lined streets and discover gingerbread mansions, tin-roofed conch houses, the John Audubon House and Ernest Hemingway's home. Walk in the footsteps of Thomas Edison, Lou Gehrig, Harry Truman, and Tennessee Williams. Gaze at the fabled treasure of the galleon Atocha. Discover tomorrow's fine art treasures by Key West's well-known and unknown artists. Cozumel, Mexico The crystal clear water surrounding Cozumel makes it a favorite for divers and sun-seekers from around the world. Found on the Yucatan peninsula, it is the largest of Mexicos islands and steeped in history, tracing Mayan descendants from 300 A.D. In town, there is shopping for local crafts and dining in colorful restaurants. Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands Discovered by Columbus in 1503, these islands are a popular resort and British Crown Colony that still provides travelers with unspoiled beauty. As a destination known for its superb diving opportunies, the Caymans are home to unforgettable ship- wrecks, brilliantly colored fish and Caribbean-clear water. Roatan, Bay Islands, Honduras The Bay Islands, just north of the Caribbean coast of Honduras, have a long and colorful history. The earliest Indian inhabitants are thought to have traded with the Maya of Yucatan. Roatan is the largest of the islands with small towns and fishing villages built along the waters edge. Snorkeling and diving is at its best here. Youll find beautiful palm-fringed beaches and miles of off-shore coral reef inhabited by brilliantly colored fish and multicolored gardens of aquatic plants. PAMPERING Time is the greatest luxury and onboard an MSC ship, life goes at your pace. Whatever your definition of relaxation, an MSC Italian Cruise is your getaway to bliss. Sleep in or wake up early. Stroll around the deck or run on the jogging track. Get refreshed with a swim in one of the pools or relax your body and mind in the jacuzzi. Workout at the gym or sweat it out to one of the many aerobic and step classes offered on board. Treat yourself to a visit to the spa for a massage or a sauna. Join in a game of cards, table tennis or shuffleboard or, if you're up for it, play a game of tennis or volleyball. Stretch out underneath the warm Mediterranean sun with a good book from the ship's library or catch up on the news from home with our daily Satellite News Review. Sip tropical drinks and lounge on a deck chair with new friends or browse through the duty free shops. If you're feeling tired, take an afternoon nap--a siesta is the Mediterranean way to restore your energy for the night ahead. Whatever you chose, there's always plenty to do TASTES Close your eyes and think of Italy. One of the first images that comes to mind is the cuccina for which Italy is known. On an MSC Italian Cruise you will experience the flavors and aromas of authentic Italian cuisine equal to those of fine restaurants. Try an appetizer of melon and prosciutto crudo, a pineapple "gondola" or true Italian salami. Enjoy our signature pasta dishes ranging from Dumplings "Sorrento" and Fettucine Alfredo to Linguini with Clams or Pesto. Experience the rich flavors of garlic, basil, olives, spicy red pepper and tomatoes in our traditional family-recipe sauces. Don't overlook the popular seafaring favorites--appetizers of shrimp cocktail and smoked salmon and entrees of lobster and fresh fish. Or, if you prefer, try our filet mignon or prime rib, grilled to perfection. Afterwards, you'll have difficulty choosing from the large array of desserts--classic Italian treats of tiramisu and cannolis to your favorite cakes, cookies, pies and tarts della mama! Suite with Balcony: Each Suite with Private Balcony is furnished with a convertible queen size bed, bath with tub, a common space with sofa bed, guest seat, coffee table and desk. Amenities include satellite television and radio, full-service mini bar, frig, room safe and hairdryer. Enjoy 24-hour room service. Category 11 Suite on Deck 9 or 10. 178 sq. ft. stateroom wih a 37 sq. ft. furnished Private Balcony! Note that Balcony Suites will accommodate 2 passengers only. If you need a triple or quad stateroom, please inquire about Oceanview stateroom rates. ACTIVITIES Aboard the MSC Lirica there will be plenty of avenues to venture upon. Considering our variety of activities, there won't even be a minute chance of anything associated with boredom. We also furnish a wide variety of happenings for the energetic youngsters. We provide the most ultimate cruising excursions known to man. Come shop till you drip in the Rodeo Drive Shopping Arcade, loosen up with a refreshing jog on the jogging path or even enjoy our priceless Turkish bath and Sauna of Le Terme. Work out in the Gymnasium or run the Jogging Path Go for a swim in one of the two swimming pools while watching over your youngsters in the Children's Area Maybe even enjoy a relaxing dip in the one of the two whirlpools Relax in the Turkish Bath & Sauna of Le Terme Pamper yourself with a beauty treatment at The Lirica Health Center Do a little surfing on board in the Internet Cafe Cyber Cafe Do a little reading in the ships library Let the kids distract themselves in the Mini Club Children's Room I Pirati Get you memories developed at the Photo Shop and Gallery. Do a little shopping in the Rodeo Drive Shopping Arcade where you will find perfumes and cosmethics, fashion shop, jewelry, the MSC Shop, and Wine&Spirits. DINING Within the perimeters of the MSC Lirica, we take pride in satisfying our guest. Whether we're filling a plain hungry belly, conquering the most unique cravings, or tantalizing a taste bud achieves that satisfaction. Everything is made possible with our fine dining cuisines and entrees. If you want to expand your palette, or just hungry, there is plenty to choose from. Select your meal at any of the following dining venues. La Bussola Restaurant Ippocampo Restaurant Open Restaurant La Pergola Pool Restaurant La Canzone del Mare Pizzeria - Grill English Pub Lord Nelson Pub The Beverly Hills Bar Coffee Corner Le Bistrot Cafeteria ENTERTAINMENT After enjoying a full day of pleasurable activities and delectable cuisines, it's time to let loose. With our wide array of entertainment choices you may spend the night trying to decide what you want to explore first. Believe me, you won't be the first or last with that dilemma. We invite you to paint the town read in The Blue Disco, test your luck in Casino Las Vegas, or have a ball with our Virtual Reality Games. The Blue Disco Music Hall Le Cabaret The Broadway Theatre Casino Las Vegas Piano Bar L'Atmosphere The Lirica Lounge The Card Room Virtual Reality Games Passenger Amenities Mini-Golf Course Gymnasium & Sauna Jogging Area 2 Adult Swimming Pools 2 Whirlpools Virtual Reality Center Internet Cafe with 16 terminals 2 Restaurants Pizzeria Grill Theatre (713 seats) Discotheque Casino Shopping Gallery Children's Club Italian Staff Ship Technical Specifications Length: 763 ft Width: 84 ft Tonnages: 58,600 t Speed: 21.7 Knots Passenger Acc.: 1,756 Crew: 800 12 Decks 9 Elevators Ship Registry: Panama MSC Opera Facts Length: 763 ft. Width: 84 ft. Tonnages: 58,600 t. Speed: 21 Knots Passenger Acc.: 1,586 Crew: 760 Decks: 14 Elevators: 9 Fully Stabilized Cabins with private balcony: 132 Outside cabins: 389 Inside cabins: 272 Cabins for disabled passengers: 4 Total cabins: 795 |
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