MSC Cruises UK  Reviews 

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TrustScore 4 out of 5

3.9

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Evaluating 12,903 reviews, reviewers had a great experience with this company. Customers frequently praise the staff for being friendly, professional, and attentive, making interactions enjoyable. Many people highlight the ship's cleanliness and beautiful design, with food often receiving high marks for quality and variety, enhancing the overall holiday itineraries. However, some customers noted issues with limited seating in bars and lounges. A few people also mentioned slow embarkation or disembarkation. Some reviewers were not happy with buffet hygiene, food quality, or dining staff attentiveness. Concerns were also raised regarding the expense or rushed nature of excursions.

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Service

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Quality

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Holidays

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Very enjoyable cruise on the MSC Virtuosa. Good itinerary visiting Iceland and Norway. Good food and excellent shows. The ship is immaculately clean. On the negative side there is a lack of bars and... See more

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

We really enjoyed our cruise. This was only our second cruise, and the first one was 30 years ago. Contrary to some of the reviews I read before embarking, we found it very well organised. Language... See more

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Easy to start your holiday within 1 hour of arrival at cruise terminal Staff friendly , cabin always clean, ship clean, food good, but be warned not a great variety for vegans. Entertainment on the... See more

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

We choose the cruise based upon the itinerary, the experience was mixed with generally good food and pleasent staff. MSC pushes the extras which can add-up during the voyage. I would recommend having... See more

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  1. Cruise Line Company
  2. Cruise Agency
  3. Cruise Terminal
  4. Cruise Travel Agency
  5. Resort
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MSC Cruises, offers unforgettable holiday experiences, visiting breathtaking destinations, and providing the finest hospitality and entertainment. We sail year-round in the Mediterranean and Caribbean, offering convenient fly & cruise packages with established airlines. Our sensational itineraries also include the Emirates, North and South America, South Africa, Asia and Northern Europe cruises from Southampton. At MSC Cruises, our purpose is to provide our guests with memorable experiences, whilst honouring the ocean we sail and the places we visit.


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Rated 3 out of 5 stars

DOWN WITH STANDARDS AND UP WITH FILLING CABINS

1.shortage of food for vegetarians and vegan with not much choice in food
2. found hair in my freshly cooked omelette , which came straight from the kitchen
3. guest relations not smiling .....must be they are also unhappy working for msc, so how are They going to help us with our problems?

21 June 2026
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Reply from MSC Cruises UK

We are very sorry to hear that you were unhappy with your recent cruise experience. We take all feedback seriously and will use it to improve our services and we appreciate you taking the time to share your thoughts. We wanted to extend an invitation for you to reach out should you have any outstanding issues or concerns that need to be addressed by emailing our customer service team on customerservice@msccruises.co.uk. We’re committed to ensuring everything is resolved to your satisfaction, and we would be happy to assist you. With thanks, MSC Cruises

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

MSC Grandiosa

MSC Grandiosa
Our family has had a wonderful holiday aboard MSC Grandiosa, and we wanted to take a moment to recognise some of the incredible crew members who helped make our trip so memorable.

Natalia – Master of the Sea
Thank you for your kindness, warmth and compassion. Taking our father’s memorial disc with you was a gesture that meant more to our family than words can express. Knowing that a small part of him will continue travelling the world brings us great comfort. His adventures will continue with you.

Gerard – Safari Bar
Cool, calm and collected, Gerard was always a friendly face we looked forward to seeing each day. Professional, approachable and consistently welcoming, he helped make every visit to the Safari Bar a pleasure.

Millie – Safari Bar
From remembering my name after my very first drink order to keeping everyone smiling with his humour and energy, Millie was fantastic. Friendly, funny and seemingly tireless, he is a real credit to the team.

Ghali – Cabin Attendant
Always nearby when needed, attentive, kind and genuinely helpful. Nothing was ever too much trouble for Ghali, and his hard work and dedication never went unnoticed. He looked after us exceptionally well throughout our stay.

Joye – Purple Crab
Joye has a wonderful way of making guests feel special. Every interaction was warm and welcoming, and he somehow managed to make us feel like celebrities whenever we visited. A special thank you for arranging the retirement dessert and applause for our mother. It was such a thoughtful gesture that made her celebration feel truly special and created a memory our family will cherish for years to come.

Eugene – Purple Crab
No matter how busy the restaurant was, Eugene greeted us each evening with his trademark “same same” without missing a beat. His consistency, humour and attention to detail became one of those little moments we looked forward to every day.

Ronny – Purple Crab
Steady, reliable and consistently professional. Ronny provided excellent service throughout our cruise and is a great asset to both the Purple Crab team and the MSC brand as a whole.

Please pass on our sincere thanks to each of these wonderful crew members. They helped turn a lovely holiday into a truly memorable family experience.

27 June 2026
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Reply from MSC Cruises UK

We are incredibly happy to hear that your family had such a wonderful and memorable holiday aboard our ship. It brings us immense joy to know that our crew members made such a significant impact on your experience. We truly appreciate you taking the time to acknowledge Natalia, Gerard, Millie, Ghali, Joye, Eugene, and Ronny. We will certainly pass on your sincere thanks and kind words to each of these wonderful individuals. Your feedback is invaluable, and we are so glad we could contribute to a truly memorable family experience for you all.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Our cabin man made a huge difference…

Our cabin man made a huge difference too our holiday as we have a disabled so he made sure we had everything we needed ie towels. bags very attentive.

21 June 2026
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Reply from MSC Cruises UK

We’re delighted to hear that you had such a wonderful experience with MSC Cruises. Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We look forward to welcoming you back on board soon.
With thanks, MSC Cruises

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Cruise guide

Enjoyed the trip

21 June 2026
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Reply from MSC Cruises UK

We are happy to hear that you enjoyed your cruise experience! Hopefully we will be able to welcome you onboard again in the future. Kind regards MSC Cruises UK & Ireland

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great ship

Great ship, great food, great service and great staff.

6 June 2026
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Reply from MSC Cruises UK

We are happy to hear that you enjoyed your cruise experience! Hopefully we will be able to welcome you onboard again in the future. Kind regards MSC Cruises UK & Ireland

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Well pleased. But

To be honest as a first time cruiser I was a bit overwhelmed with the size of the ship and the thousands of fellow travellers. The coffee shop staff were a delight but the staff at the bar on the promenade deck seemed to spend most of their time washing and stacking glasses and there was never one barman serving. Overall a very happy experience

27 June 2026
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Reply from MSC Cruises UK

We are happy to hear that you enjoyed your cruise experience! Hopefully we will be able to welcome you onboard again in the future. Kind regards MSC Cruises UK & Ireland

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

This seems good value at first sight

This seems good value at first sight, but the excessive prices for drinks (either individual or packages), wi-fi and excursions really hike up the cost.
Food was never hot.
Activities and entertainment were not very varied and often not available unless booked several days in advance. Some activities were not possible to book at all, so people were turned away after queuing for 20-25 minutes.
Excursions were rushed.
All in all, I did not feel like a valued customer

21 June 2026
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Reply from MSC Cruises UK

We’re disappointed to hear that your cruise experience wasn’t as positive as expected. We appreciate your honest feedback, which plays an important role in helping us enhance the guest experience across our ships.
With thanks, MSC Cruises

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Amazing staff, great food and great destinations

The staff on MSC Virtuosa were fabulous. They made our time on the ship very enjoyable. Our waiters Khilesh and Rajiv were so amazing we ate at the restaurant every night. Our favourite bar was the Sky Lounge which offered great views from inside and again, the staff were amazing. Kaisharv, Wirawan, Martina, Nikil and Putu were all brilliant. They got to know us and our orders which made spending time there a great experience.
The destinations were amazing and Iceland had a really great atmosphere. We were helped by the lovely weather in June which allowed us to experience Iceland and Norway without the need for a big coat!

21 June 2026
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Reply from MSC Cruises UK

We are happy to hear that you enjoyed your cruise experience! Hopefully we will be able to welcome you onboard again in the future. Kind regards MSC Cruises UK & Ireland

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent but affordable cruise

Excellent but affordable cruise to Ireland, Iceland and Norway.

21 June 2026
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Reply from MSC Cruises UK

We are happy to hear that you enjoyed your cruise experience! Hopefully we will be able to welcome you onboard again in the future. Kind regards MSC Cruises UK & Ireland

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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Reply from MSC Cruises UK

We are happy to hear that you enjoyed your cruise experience! Hopefully we will be able to welcome you onboard again in the future. Kind regards MSC Cruises UK & Ireland

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

We really enjoyed our cruise

We really enjoyed our cruise. This was only our second cruise, and the first one was 30 years ago. Contrary to some of the reviews I read before embarking, we found it very well organised. Language is not a problem - everyone spoke good English, and all announcements tended to be in English first. The food was of a consistently high standard, with plenty of choice in the restaurants and buffet. Staff were friendly and helpful. WiFi could be a bit patchy at times but was generally sufficient for normal use.

27 June 2026
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Reply from MSC Cruises UK

We’re delighted to hear that you had such a wonderful experience with MSC Cruises. Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We look forward to welcoming you back on board soon.
With thanks, MSC Cruises

Rated 4 out of 5 stars
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Reply from MSC Cruises UK

We’re delighted to hear that you had such a wonderful experience with MSC Cruises. Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We look forward to welcoming you back on board soon.
With thanks, MSC Cruises

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Incredible itinery

Fantastic bar staff, good entertainment, good grub.

21 June 2026
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Reply from MSC Cruises UK

We’re delighted to hear that you had such a wonderful experience with MSC Cruises. Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We look forward to welcoming you back on board soon.
With thanks, MSC Cruises

Rated 4 out of 5 stars
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Reply from MSC Cruises UK

We’re delighted to hear that you had such a wonderful experience with MSC Cruises. Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We look forward to welcoming you back on board soon.
With thanks, MSC Cruises

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Staff make this ship the best holiday experience

Great friendly helpful staff
Beautiful clean ship with heat activities for everyone
Selection and standard of food really high

26 June 2026
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Reply from MSC Cruises UK

We are happy to hear that you had an amazing cruise experience! Hopefully we will be able to welcome you onboard again in the future!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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Reply from MSC Cruises UK

Thank you for choosing MSC Cruises and for completing the post cruise questionnaire. We hope to see you on board again soon.
With thanks, MSC Cruises

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Beautiful Ship

Beautiful Ship, Great entertainment and friendly staff

27 June 2026
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Reply from MSC Cruises UK

We’re delighted to hear that you had such a wonderful experience with MSC Cruises. Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We look forward to welcoming you back on board soon.
With thanks, MSC Cruises

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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Reply from MSC Cruises UK

Thank you for choosing MSC Cruises and for completing the post cruise questionnaire. We hope to see you on board again soon.
With thanks, MSC Cruises

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