The MSC Poesia was launched in 2008 as the third of MSC Cruises' four Musica class vessels. The decor is tasteful yet exuberant, with marble countertops, brass staircase handrails, twinkling lights in the theatre's ceiling and a very impressive waterfall in the atrium. It has some charming lounges like the Zebra bar, Hitchcock Lounge and the Il Grappolo d'Oro wine bar.

Entertainment wise there is something for everyone from pools and kids' activities to nightly entertainment for the adults. What we love about this ship is that its unabashedly European, and the onboard vibe, approach to service, and passenger habits all reflect that.