Embarkation Essentials

As you prepare for your MSC Virtuosa cruise from Southampton, make sure you have the following essentials:

• MSC for Me App installed (not mandatory, but useful)
• Car parking voucher (if parking at the terminal) (printed)
• Passport (in date and with six months expiry minimum)
• Passenger Locator Forms for ports that require them (digital okay)
• Proof of cruise insurance with Covid-19 cover (digital okay)
• Covid-19 Vaccination passport/pass (Vaccination date no longer than270 days ago – unless you are Boosted – then there is a no time limit) (digital okay)
• Covid-19 lab-certified negative test (taken48hrs or less before embarkation) (digital okay)
• MSC eTicket (Page2 of the eTicket you are emailed) (printed)
• MSC Health Questionnaire (Page3 of the eTicket) (printed)
• MSC Luggage Tickets (Page13 of the eTicket – multiple if needed) (printed)
• Face mask (some ports may have mandatory face mask rules)
• Full copy of MSC eTicket (useful to refer to what services you have prebooked/purchased) (digital or printed)
• Credit/debit card for registering onboard for charging purchases to your cabin (you have48 hrs once onboard to do this!)
• Any medication you may need whilst boarding or if you are delayed in getting your main luggage for whatever reason when onboard!

Cabin Perks

MSC Virtuosa offers a range of cabin perks, including:

• Kettles with tea and coffee facilities in every cabin
• Afternoon tea
• Roast dinners served in the buffet
• British TV Channels in cabins

British 'Extras'

MSC Cruises has added some extra perks for British passengers, including:

• UK Comedian
• Tribute act, live musicians, street performers on Galleria Virtuosa
• Premier League matches aired on board
• Wimbledon aired on board
• F1 aired on board (not confirmed currently)
• Queen’s Jubilee special event party with a street party, guest singers and more

MSC Virtuosa Itinerary

MSC Virtuosa will be sailing from Southampton in 2026, offering voyages from just 2 nights up to 15 nights. Passengers will be able to explore the beauty of the Norwegian Fjords, the Canaries and cruise the Baltics and Mediterranean.

Tips and Tricks

Here are a few tips and tricks to make the most of your MSC Virtuosa cruise:

• Stick to your embarkation time to keep queues down!
• Can’t get your photo to work during check-in? Don’t worry – they’ll take it in the terminal before you board the ship, just ignore that bit!

Conclusion

With these top tips, you're ready to embark on an unforgettable MSC Virtuosa cruise from Southampton. Bon voyage!