MSC is the cheapest cruise line that isn’t cutting corners you don’t want cut. Cheaper options exist, but they lack that basic decency that you want out of a cruise. Instead, MSC offers “European-style” cruising. What that means is ambiguous, but here is what makes MSC a good cruise option:
- Narrow categories for children
- There are 5 age groups for children on MSC cruises, versus the more common 3. This means that they can tailor their offerings to the more narrow age group. This means that it is very family friendly.
- Cheap!
- MSC is often overlooked. They aren’t as big as the Big 3, but they are big enough. They don’t have any outstanding characteristics that might drive up the price, but that is good for some travelers.
Summary
MSC is your best choice for cheap cruising. It is your second-best choice for family cruising. It won’t exceed expectations like some lines. It won’t impress like others. It will be a cruise on a budget, and sometimes that is all that matters.