MSC Armonia overview
Partnering with premium brands such as LEGO, Chicco, and Namco to offer stimulating onboard children’s programs, MSC Armonia upholds MSC Cruises’ family-friendly reputation. Younger cruisers can enjoy supervised play in one of the ship's vibrant kids spaces. Adults are sure to enjoy a night of high-stakes fun at the Palm Beach Casino or a massage at the airy Aurea Spa. For further relaxation, the ship’s Solarium provides an adults-only retreat with plenty of poolside lounges.
MSC Armonia was built in 2001 and went through an extensive refurbishment in 2014. An 80-foot section was joined to the middle of the ship to increase its size. With this Lirica-class ship ship being bigger, Armonia added almost 200 more cabins, many with balconies. During the renovation, MSC also updated the ship's spa, enhanced its dining areas, and added colorful new children’s play zones, including Spray Park — a kids’ water play space.
There's no shortage of entertainment on MSC Armonia. It's art deco-style Teatro La Fenice delivers six unique shows every week, with acts ranging from acrobatics to musical revues. For passengers seeking a nightcap after a show, the ship offers a variety of bars and lounges. Options include the high-energy Starlight Disco and the White Lion English Pub. This is one of the few areas onboard where smoking is allowed.
MSC Armonia itineraries and departure ports
Hailing from Miami, MSC Armonia offers 7- and 14-night voyages to destinations in the Caribbean. Ports of call may include Jamaica, the Cayman Islands, Cozumel, Honduras, and Costa Maya. Beginning in 2020, Armonia will also sail to Ocean Cay. This is MSC’s private Bahamian island. Here guests can enjoy seven beaches, a pristine lagoon, and a variety of aquatic sports activities.
Before you book
This ship is best for: Armonia offers a cruising environment with multigenerational appeal. This vessel aims for family appeal. This is evident in the ship's comprehensive children and teen programs to security bracelets that are issued upon boarding and activities such as mini golf and shuffleboard.
You should know: Since therea are no specialty restaurants and the ship features primarily Italian food, it isn’t the ship for cruisers seeking a variety of international dining choices. Travelers looking to try a different mealtime venue each night may want to check out one of the MSC's other ships, such as MSC Seaside or MSC Bellissima.
Activities on MSC Armonia
MSC Armonia’s family-friendly approach to cruising means that many onboard activities have multigenerational appeal. Cruisers of all ages are sure to enjoy Armonia’s mini-golf course, shuffleboard court, and enclosed sports center. The ship also offers several dedicated children’s programs. For parents with young ones ages 1 to 3, the ship’s BabyTime program provides a safe space to play with their tots. LEGO-themed play is available to slightly older children with Armonia’s Mini and Junior clubs, which accommodate kids aged 3 to 6 and 7 to 11 respectively. For tweens and teens, the Young and Teens clubs provide games, entertainment, and dancing.
When it comes to entertainment, the ship’s elegant Teatro La Fenice offers six shows a week, each with two nightly performances. Since Armonia caters to an international crowd, shows focus more on music and artistry than dialogue, so language isn’t a barrier to enjoyment.
MSC Armonia ship highlights
- Aurea Spa
- Palm Beach Casino
- Adults-only Solarium lounge area
- Spray Park kids play area
- Two pools and two whirlpools
- Teatro La Fenice with six distinct shows each week
- Chicco-partnered BabyTime program for toddlers ages 1 to 3
- LEGO-themed kids activities — Mini Club (ages 3 to 6) and Junior Club (ages 7 to 11)
- Teen and Tween clubs featuring games, entertainment, and dancing
- Cigar Room smoking lounge
- Starlight Disco
- White Lion English Pub
MSC Armonia cabins
MSC Armonia offers several cabin categories, including interior staterooms, oceanview and partial-oceanview cabins, rooms with balconies, and suites. Each stateroom includes a TV, telephone, wardrobe, and a double bed, which staff can convert to two singles upon request.
Passengers also have a choice of custom onboard experiences, with offerings varying by stateroom. The Bella Experience provides a budget-friendly option, allowing cruisers to add amenities a la carte. The Fantastica Experience includes perks such as 24-hour room service and staterooms in prime locations. For suite passengers, the premium Aurea Experience delivers free massages, unlimited drinks, priority boarding, and access to the ship’s private sundeck.
MSC Armonia dining
Staying true to its roots, MSC Armonia’s restaurants primarily feature Italian cuisine, and passengers will find no dining surcharges since the ship has no specialty food venues. MSC Armonia has two main dining rooms. The Marco Polo Restaurant serves three meals a day and offers a seven-course dinner menu. La Pergola Restaurant is open for dinner only. For cruisers who prefer alfresco dining, Il Girasole Restaurant includes both a pizzeria and an outdoor grill. La Brasserie Restaurant provides an alternative to the ship’s more traditional eateries, offering a self-service buffet and afternoon tea.
