MSC Orchestra Cruise Ship is Here

With tug boats spraying a watery welcome, MSC Orchestra arrived in Port Everglades today to begin her inaugural season of Caribbean sailings. MSC Orchestra is the largest of the line's ships to sail in North American waters. At 92,400 gross tons, the MSC Orchestra can carry 2,550 passengers and the majority of staterooms have private balconies. With more than 236,800 square feet of public areas and 5 restaurants (L'Ibiscus, Villa Borghese, La Piazzetta, Four Seasons, the Shanghai Chinese Restaurant - the only dedicated Chinese restaurant at sea), 10 bars (two of which are open air), 3 meeting and conference rooms, a 21-foot by 12-foot outdoor LED screen, and the 16,146 square-foot Body and Mind Spa, MSC Orchestra represents the perfect combination of grace and style. MSC Orchestra will sail alternating 7-night roundtrip European cruises itineraries to the Eastern and Western Caribbean from Jan. 10-April 18, 2009 A special 7-night roundtrip Bermuda sailing departs Fort Lauderdale April 25. During her inaugural season, MSC Orchestra will host baseball greats on its Jan. 24 Western Caribbean itinerary, and its Feb. 28, March 28 and April 11 Eastern Caribbean itineraries. On each of these special sailings, unique insight into the world of Major League Baseball as seen through the eyes of some of the greats of the game. Click here for more info. MSC Orchestra is scheduled to depart Fort Lauderdale May 2, 2009 on an 18-night voyage that will include a two-day visit to New York before heading eastbound to Copenhagen. On each sailing, guests will enjoy the line's highly acclaimed entertainment, European-style ambiance, dishes from "La Cucina Italiana," and top-of-the-line pampering. For reservations & information call 1.800.666.9333