We are preparing to go on a journey of a lifetime. We are taking an "Around the World" cruise with MSC Cruises. The ship is the MSC Magnifica, a Musica-class cruise ship. It is medium sized with a capacity of 3000 passengers and 950 crew. It was launched in 2010 and has been in service since then. The cruise will begin in Rome, Italy and it will circumnavigate the world and return to Rome, Italy. The cruise will last for 120 days, starting on January 4, 2025 and ending on May 4, 2025. The itinerary includes over 50 destinations in 30 countries. We will experience the world's wonders from renowned cities in the Mediterranean and South America, to the beauty of the South Pacific, New Zealand, and Australia. We will also be visiting Africa, to include Port Elizabeth, Cape town, Namibia, and Morocco. We will cross the Equator at two different locations; while crossing the Atlantic Ocean, and while sailing through the Indian Ocean. We will also cross the International Dateline while sailing through the South Pacific.
Here is a list of the Excursions the cruise includes:
Malaga, Spain: MALAGA CITY TOUR (MAL01W)
Casablanca, Morocco: CITY TOUR AND HASSAN II' S MOSQUE (CAS23W)
Rio De Janeiro, Brazil: SIGHTS OF RIO & SUGARLOAF MOUNTAIN PANORAMA (RIO02W)
Buenos Aires, Argentina: THE CHARMS OF BUENOS AIRES (BUE02W)
Valparaíso, Chile: CITY TOUR VALPARAÍSO & VIÑA DEL MAR (VAP01W)
Papeete, French Polynesia EAST COAST TAHITI (PPT02W)
Sydney, Australia: DISCOVERING SYDNEY (SYD07W)
Adelaide, Australia: PANORAMIC TOUR OF ADELAIDE (ADL01W)
Fremantle, Australia: FREMANTLE & PERTH ORIENTATION (FRE02W)
Melbourne, Australia: MELBOURNE WATERWAYS (MEL20W)
Aiutaki, Cook Islands: SNORKELLING TOUR (AIT02W)
Tauranga, New Zealand: HIGHLIGHTS OF TAURANGA (TRG01W)
Cape Town, South Africa: CAPE PENINSULA & AFRICAN PENGUIN COLONY TOUR (CPT01)
Dakar, Senegal: DAKAR CITY TOUR (DAK01W)
Mindelo, Cape Verde: A TASTE OF THE ISLAND (MLO06W)
Palermo, Italy: PALERMO'S SIGHTS, CUISINE, AND A VISIT TO TEATRO MASSIMO (PMO48W)
There are at least 300 other Excursions available. We will have to explore to see which other ones we may want to participate in.
We are very excited to begin this journey. We are going to keep this blog going to record the sights and adventures of this trip, and to keep you informed of our locations and activities. We hope you enjoy.
Mike & Suzanne Greenfield
Here are a couple cool YouTube videos, the ships route along with all its destinations during the cruise and a promo video.
https://youtu.be/-55AbO--Ges?si=vDNHCRLDHCTJW3dq
https://youtu.be/YJPlETcyIBA?si=AaPp8yAXkp8wT_rS
This will be an amazing experience and trip. I’m jealous of the so many ports of call and excursions you guys will experience.
ReplyDeleteSafe travels and I look forward to following your travels via the blog.
Only sorry we aren't joining you... have the best time! Love you both.
ReplyDeleteLooking forward to tuning in and see some of the sights thru y'all! Have fun!!
ReplyDeleteWhat an awesome trip and incredible adventure! Looking forward to following along with you on your journey. Bon voyage--wishing you smooth seas and lots of fun stories! Have a safe and spectacular trip! Jim & Connie
ReplyDeleteLooking forward to reading about your adventures. Have a great time.
ReplyDeleteWe look forward to following your amazing trip! What great places to visit. Thank you for the opportunity to follow along.
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