The MSC Meraviglia Visits New York City
If you’re planning a family cruise to the Caribbean this holiday season, you can now choose one of four ships for your special excursion with MSC Cruises USA. And, thanks to my new partnership with the Swiss-based privately-owned cruise line, you can also enjoy specially curated shore excursions, celebration surprise gift packages, and delicious menus for Thanksgiving, Hanukkah, Christmas and New Year’s.
Last month, I was invited to tour one of the ships, the MSC Meraviglia - the largest ship to ever port in New York City. The MSC Meraviglia is on a record-breaking inaugural trip along the eastern coast of North America. The vessel, with a passenger capacity of about 4500 people, initially operated in the western Mediterranean and Northern Europe, but following stops in Boston, Maine, and Canada, it will then head to Miami where she’ll sail 7-night Caribbean itineraries during the winter season. I am so excited about my partnership with MSC Cruises - our exclusive one-of-a-kind packages are sure to make your vacations even more memorable. Visit their web site to learn more - just click anywhere on this highlighted link and start planning your next adventure.
Enjoy these photos.
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- Initially, our partnership experiences will take place in multiple destinations – Puerto Rico, the Bahamas, Saint Maarten, the Virgin Islands, Jamaica, Cayman Islands, Mexico, Belize and Honduras. (Photo by Jamie McCarthy/Getty Images)
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- The MSC Meraviglia was built at the Chantiers de l’Atlantique shipyard in St. Nazaire, France, by STX France. (Photo by Bernard Biger STX France)
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- With a name meaning “wonder,” the ship boasts an incredible design with a unique Mediterranean-style promenade featuring the longest LED dome at sea, a range of international culinary offerings from Michelin-starred chefs, and world-class entertainment, including exclusive Cirque du Soleil at Sea shows. (Photo by Bernard Biger STX France)
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- The ship also has 14 passenger decks, 12 restaurants, 20 lounges and bars, four swimming pools, 12 jacuzzis, 39 elevators, a water park with water slides, and a rope course. (Photo by Bernard Biger STX France)
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- The swimming pools include this 80-foot long Atmosphere pool, a 33-foot long indoor pool, and the aft-located Horizon pool – the most generous open-deck area at sea. (Photo courtesy MSC Cruises USA)
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- The ship includes a variety of bars and lounges – some with spectacular views. (Photo courtesy MSC Cruises USA)
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- Here is one of the more formal dining areas. (Photo courtesy MSC Cruises USA)
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- The 1036 foot 168-ton ship can accommodate about 4500 passengers in 2250 cabins. (Photo by Jamie McCarthy/Getty Images)
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- The MSC Meraviglia also includes a crew of 1536. (Photo by Jamie McCarthy/Getty Images)
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- This 315-foot central promenade is filled with boutiques, restaurants, and shops. In the evening, it comes alive with music, parties, and entertainment. The ceiling of the inside promenade is covered by a giant 5200 square-foot LED screen that animates the area from above with inspiring vistas, events, sunrises, sunsets, and starry night skies. (Photo by Jamie McCarthy/Getty Images)
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- Here is a night view of the ship as it passes New York City’s Statue of Liberty. (Photo courtesy MSC Cruises USA)
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- And here it is with the stunning New York City skyline behind it. (Photo courtesy MSC Cruises USA)
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- This is the ship’s Infinity Atrium with its grand staircases and entertaining space below. (Photo courtesy MSC Cruises USA)
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- Here is another view of the atrium seen from one of the many decks. (Photo courtesy MSC Cruises USA)
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- Here I am with Ken Muskat, EVP and Chief Operating Officer for MSC Cruises USA, Captain Stefano Battinelli, and Rick Sasso, Chairman of MSC Cruises USA. (Photo by Jamie McCarthy/Getty Images)
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- I stopped for another photo on one of the atrium’s many steps. (Photo by Jamie McCarthy/Getty Images)
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- Some of the bites for this private press event were, of course, recipes from the Martha Stewart kitchen – everyone enjoyed these tasty treats. (Photo by Jamie McCarthy/Getty Images)
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- Here I am with Ken, Rick, and our team – Thomas Joseph, Kim Dumer, Stella Cicarone, and Lindsey Groginski. (Photo by Jamie McCarthy/Getty Images)
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- Rick addressed the guests and spoke about some of the ship’s future itineraries. (Photo by Jamie McCarthy/Getty Images)
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- And here’s one more photo of our team – Stella, Lindsey, Kim, Carolyn D’Angelo, Dorian Arrich, Jerry Haggerty, Samantha Seneviratne, and Thomas. What a lovely event aboard this amazing vessel. (Photo by Jamie McCarthy/Getty Images)
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