- The exclusive MSC Yacht Club restaurant has unveiled a contemporary design that passengers on board the MSC Splendida can now enjoy.
- The refurbishment will be rolled out progressively across all ships in the Fantasia class as part of MSC Cruises’ fleet modernisation plan.
MSC Cruises has today announced improvements to the MSC Yacht Club restaurant on all Fantasia-class ships, with the introduction of a new contemporary and elegant design, an experience already available on MSC Splendida.
MSC Cruises has carried out a comprehensive refurbishment and upgrade programme on many of its ships, representing a significant investment in the ongoing modernisation of its fleet and the enhancement of the passenger experience.
Many of these enhancements relate to the line’s award-winning all-inclusive “yacht within a ship” concept, MSC Yacht Club, which has been added to the four Musica-class ships and now features an upgraded MSC Yacht Club restaurant on all four Fantasia-class ships.
Passengers sailing on MSC Yacht Club will be able to enjoy these redesigned restaurants, which will offer a fresh and elegant atmosphere. The new layout adopts a contemporary and refined aesthetic, with a modern design incorporating darker tones, soft textures and sophisticated lighting, creating an intimate atmosphere. Vertical elements and subtle partitions add structure to the space, enhancing privacy whilst maintaining openness and fluidity, whilst panoramic sea views remain a defining feature.
The recently refurbished MSC Yacht Club restaurant is now available on board the MSC Splendida, following the completion of the ship’s refurbishment at the Palumbo Malta Shipyard, and has since commenced its winter cruises in the Mediterranean. The refurbishment will be carried out on all ships in the line’s Fantasia class, and will be completed on MSC Fantasia in December 2026, followed by MSC Divina in April 2027 and MSC Preziosa in February 2028.
Within the redesigned setting, the on-board MSC Yacht Club restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience, combining exceptional cuisine with personalised service. Guests can choose from a variety of sophisticated menus and enjoy a dedicated culinary team available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, as well as a sommelier at their disposal, ensuring a high-calibre dining experience that reflects the premium identity for which the MSC Yacht Club experience is renowned.
The private restaurant is just one of the exclusive amenities offered to passengers travelling on the MSC Yacht Club. The ‘yacht within a ship’ concept provides passengers with the utmost comfort, privacy and personalised service throughout their holiday, with access via a magnetic card to a range of private venues. Passengers can enjoy 24-hour butler and concierge service, spacious and elegantly decorated suites, and access to a private oasis of facilities, including an exclusive restaurant, a lounge, a private terrace with a jacuzzi, and a grill restaurant and bar, all perfectly integrated into the ship.
Itineraries are now available to book on the MSC Splendida, which features the recently redesigned MSC Yacht Club restaurant, and include:
- Winter 2025/2026: seven-night itineraries from Barcelona (Spain), from February to May 2026, calling at Marseille (France), Genoa, Naples, Palermo (Italy) and La Goulette for Tunisia (Tunisia).
- Summer 2026: seven-night itineraries from Barcelona (Spain), from May to November 2026, calling at Marseille (France), Livorno, Cagliari, Palermo (Italy) and Valletta (Malta).
- Winter 2026/2027: eight- to nine-night itineraries from Buenos Aires (Argentina), from November 2026 to March 2027, with destinations including Rio de Janeiro, Ilhabela, Ilha Grande, Balneário Camboriú (Brazil) and Punta del Este (Uruguay).
- Summer 2027: nine-night itineraries from Trieste (Italy), from April to November 2027, with destinations including Split (Croatia), Piraeus (Greece), Kusadasi, Istanbul (Turkey), Corfu (Greece) and Bari (Italy).
Among the enhancements to the Fantasia-class ships is a redesigned Future Cruise office on board, where passengers can plan and book their next cruise whilst enjoying their current one, with exclusive benefits. The newly designed office has been expanded and now features a contemporary style with modern and elegant furnishings, more seating and stunning sea views, offering passengers a comfortable and enjoyable experience whilst booking their next cruise. The new Future Cruise office is currently available on MSC Divina, MSC Preziosa and MSC Splendida, whilst MSC Fantasia will complete its upgrades by the end of this year.
For more information on MSC Cruises’ Future Cruise programme, visit here.
About MSC Cruises
Headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland, the privately owned MSC Cruises is the world’s third-largest cruise line and the market leader in Europe, with a strong and growing presence in North America.
A global cruise company with a fleet of 23 modern ships sailing across five continents. Its passengers can discover more than 300 destinations in over 100 countries, creating unforgettable memories whilst enjoying exceptional hospitality.
For further information, visit the official website here.
Source: BURSON GLOBAL