This ship’s too small, that one’s too big (and we need privacy)!

It’s the classic Goldilocks syndrome – for meeting planners. You’re planning an elite meeting or incentive program and need 70 rooms. You want an enticing destination that will motivate and inspire, but group privacy is a must. An event at sea is the best solution, but… a yacht’s too small and most cruise ships are too big. Now what?

A full ship charter of a smaller vessel might fit the bill (if you only had the budget), but your attendees also crave the variety of dazzling entertainment options, multiple dining venues, and exciting sports and recreational facilities offered on the big resort-style ships. This is no fairy tale, but there is a happy ending to the story.

A Dream Come True

Now imagine an elegant Italian “yacht” nestled within a state-of-the-art mega-ship. Seventy-one sumptuous suites, 24-hour VIP butler and concierge services, a private pool and lounge – all reserved just for your group as they sail in extraordinary comfort and style to exotic Mediterranean ports.

Picture a haven of peace and refinement with an exclusive private club ambiance that also offers privileged access to a beautiful cruise ship with 13 bars and lounges, multiple dining venues, 4 outdoor pools, a casino, shops, multiple sports facilities and exotic spa (with a private elevator to whisk you back to your sophisticated enclave). And…it’s affordable.

No, you’re not dreaming – this is MSC Yacht Club and it can be yours – exclusively.

The MSC Yacht Club, available on MSC Cruises’ new ships, MSC Splendida and MSC Fantasia, offers an upscale Mediterranean cruise experience with the personal attention and amenities found on luxury yachts, but at a value-packed price.  When you “charter” the MSC Yacht Club for your group, the per person rate is comparable to what you would pay for a 5-star hotel room, but it includes so much more!

Included in your fare when you “charter” the MSC Yacht Club:

• 71 Italian designer ocean view suites in the most desirable section of the ship, all with private balcony or panoramic windows
• Exclusive private lounge with stunning views and plasma screen monitors to follow the ship’s course or view star constellations
• Private solarium pool and bar
• 24-hour Concierge lobby and 24-hour white-glove Butler service
• Multiple venues suitable for meetings and receptions with complimentary AV
• Library reserved exclusively for your attendees
• Beverages served in your private lounge, pool and bar area including select wines, spirits, beer, soft drinks, mineral water and specialty coffee
• Reserved VIP area in the main dining room, specialty restaurants, and 24-hour room service
• Priority check-in and check-out
• Visits to multiple Mediterranean ports with the convenience of unpacking only once
• Plus all the onboard facilities, entertainment venues and amenities of a large resort-style ship

VIP amenities in your MSC Yacht Club suites include:

• Samsung LCD TV screens
• Egyptian cotton bed sheets &  top quality ergonomic mattresses
• Full bath featuring spa tub and marble fixtures
• Free equipment available to access the internet
• Nintendo WII consoles
• Dorelan pillow menu for personalized comfort
• Full complimentary mini-bar
• Aromatherapy toiletries
• Luxury courtesy bathrobes and slippers

The Royal Treatment

The MSC Yacht Club offers much more than deluxe accommodation. What makes it such an unforgettable experience is the way guests are treated like royalty, thanks to the discreet, personal attention of a concierge and team of butlers.

Following priority check-in, your attendees are welcomed on board with champagne and canapés and introduced to their personal butlers, who then escort them to their suites and offer to unpack their suitcases. Throughout their voyage, the simple touch of a pager will summon their butlers for attentive personal services such as complimentary shoe shine and laundry, newspaper delivery, and traditional English afternoon tea.

The butlers can also make priority bookings for tender access and shore excursions, make spa or restaurant reservations, reserve front row seats in the theatre for evening performances, and even arrange private after-hours shopping in the onboard boutiques.

More Options for Larger Groups and Family Programs

If you’re planning a meeting or incentive for a larger group, or prefer to sail in the Caribbean or other destination, MSC Cruises has you covered. Nine other modern vessels offer a multitude of big-ship amenities and Italian hospitality in the Caribbean, New England/Canada, N orthern Europe or South America.

Planning a family program? You and your attendees will appreciate MSC Cruises’ supervised programs for children and teens. And, MSC’s “kids sail free” policy for children 11 years old and younger will make your budget planning even easier.

About MSC Cruises

MSC Cruises is the fastest-growing cruise line in the world. A family-run company, MSC Cruises’ Italian heritage is evident in the design, style and warm hospitality onboard their contemporary vessels. MSC Cruises not only cares for their cruise guests, they are committed to protecting and preserving the environment. MSC Fantasia is the first “Eco-Friendly” cruise ship to receive the Six Golden Pearls Award for achieving the highest environmental standards.

To book the MSC Yacht Club for your exclusive group, click on MSC Cruise Search.

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