MSC Cruises
MSC Musica
- Cruises
- 74
- From
- $79
Ship comparison
MSC Musica vs MSC Poesia
MSC Cruises
MSC Poesia
- Cruises
- 47
- From
- $424
The verdict
Which should you choose?
MSC Musica is a large MSC Cruises ship carrying 2,550 passengers, in service since 2006. MSC Poesia is a large MSC Cruises ship carrying 2,550 passengers, in service since 2007.
Choose MSC Musica if you want a more family-friendly ship, a lower starting fare or a more romantic trip: it outscores MSC Poesia for family friendly (6.5 vs 4.0) and romantic (6.0 vs 5.0) in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores and its cruises start from $79 (vs $424).
Choose MSC Poesia if you want more culture: it outscores MSC Musica for cultural (6.0 vs 2.0) in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores.
Side by side
Specifications
marks the better figure where more, or less, is plainly better.
| MSC Musica | MSC Poesia | |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise line | MSC Cruises | MSC Cruises |
| Ship size | Large | Large |
| Maiden voyagenewer highlighted | 2006 | 2007 (better) |
| Gross tonnage | 89,600 | 93,300 |
| Passengers | 2,550 | 2,550 |
| Crew | 987 | 987 |
| Passengers per crew memberfewer is better | 2.6 | 2.6 |
| Space per passengergross tons per passenger; more is roomier | 35.1 | 36.6 (better) |
| Decks | 13 | 13 |
| Length | 961 ft | 964 ft |
| Beam | 106 ft | 106 ft |
| Speed | 26 mph | 26 mph |
| Cruiseable ratingout of 10 | 7 / 10 | 7 / 10 |
| Cruises on sale | 74 | 47 |
| Upcoming sailings | 423 | 110 |
| Cruise lengths | 1–25 nights | 5–29 nights |
| Fares fromlower highlighted | $79 (better) | $424 |
Bliss scores
How they rate, out of 10
Cruiseable rates ships out of 10 on ten parts of a cruise holiday. MSC Musica leads on 2 of the ten, MSC Poesia on 2, with 6 level.
- Active
- Adventure & nature
- Cultural
- Dining
- Entertainment
- Family friendly
- Party
- Romantic
- Spa & fitness
- Staterooms
MSC Cruises
MSC Musica
MSC Musica is the first of MSC Cruises' Musica-class vessels. She became the belle of the ball in Venice in mid-2006 when a display of lights and colors celebrated her inauguration. With Sophia Loren as her godmother, MSC Musica is designed with sophistication and luxury in mind.
Highlights
- The central foyer, aglow with a three-tier waterfall and piano suspended over a crystal floor
- The tennis court, jogging track and two swimming pools, plus a pool and play area for kids
- Delicious sushi prepared by hand at Kaito Sushi Bar
Sailing now
74 cruises on sale, from $79.
MSC Cruises
MSC Poesia
Poetry is like the sea, lulling with gentle swells and stirring the emotions. Just as poetry brings pleasure, MSC Poesia from MSC Cruises introduces a new dimension of enjoyment on the high seas with all the eloquence of a finely crafted poem.
Highlights
- Find inner peace, or at least fruitful contemplation in the onboard Zen garden
- 16 bars, 4 jacuzzis and a giant state of the art theater!
- MSC Poesia is an eco-friendly ship dedicated to creating a green and natural ambiance on board with waterfalls, bridges, gardens and plenty of balcony space to view the stars and the horizon.
Sailing now
47 cruises on sale, from $424.
Questions
MSC Musica or MSC Poesia?
Which is bigger, MSC Musica or MSC Poesia?
MSC Poesia is bigger at 93,300 gross tons, against 89,600 gross tons for MSC Musica. MSC Musica carries 2,550 passengers and MSC Poesia carries 2,550.
Which ship is newer, MSC Musica or MSC Poesia?
MSC Poesia is newer, with a maiden voyage in 2007 against 2006 for MSC Musica.
Which has more space per passenger?
MSC Poesia, with 36.6 gross tons per passenger against 35.1 on MSC Musica. The higher the figure, the more ship there is for each guest.
Which has more crew per passenger?
They are level, with one crew member for every 2.6 passengers.
Which is better for families?
MSC Musica scores higher for family friendliness in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores: 6.5 out of 10, against 4.0 for MSC Poesia.
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