FORT LAUDERDALE, FL–(Marketwire – September 22, 2010) –  MSC Poesia is making her maiden call in Quebec, Canada on September 27 as part of MSC Cruises’ inaugural season of Canada-New England cruises that feature 13 itineraries and nearly 25 ports of call.

MSC Poesia is one of 11 ships in the MSC Cruises’ fleet, whose vessels cruise year round in the Mediterranean and seasonally in Northern Europe, the Atlantic Ocean, the Caribbean, US and Canada, South America, the Indian Ocean, and South and West Africa.

During the Canada-New England season, guests can board MSC Poesia in New York City or Quebec City to experience views of the colorful fall foliage and visits to historic seaports along the Atlantic Coast while also enjoying the Italian style and cuisine, elegant surroundings, exciting entertainment and exceptional service that MSC Cruises offers.

MSC Poesia will sail a variety of itineraries ranging from 6 to 19 nights that can be combined for an extended experience. The ship’s calls include Boston, Newport, Bar Harbor, Halifax, Charlottetown, Corner Brook, and Sydney.

MSC Poesia features sophisticated and elegant decor, attention to detail, the finest in international entertainment and Italian hospitality and an eco-friendly design. Guests can select from four restaurants, including a Sushi Bar specialty dining restaurant.

After the inaugural Canada-New England season, MSC Poesia departs New York City on Oct. 29, 2010 and sails to Fort Lauderdale on a 13-night repositioning cruise that kicks off the ship’s second Caribbean season.

For more information about MSC Cruises, visit us online at www.msccruisesusa.com, call 877-665-4655, or contact a local travel professional.

About MSC Cruises:

MSC Cruises is the fastest-growing cruise line in the world with a fleet of 11 ships: MSC Magnifica, MSC Splendida, MSC Fantasia, MSC Poesia, MSC Orchestra, MSC Musica, MSC Sinfonia, MSC Armonia, MSC Opera, MSC Lirica and MSC Melody. The fleet cruises year round in the Mediterranean and seasonally in Northern Europe, the Atlantic Ocean, the Caribbean, US and Canada, South America, the Indian Ocean, and South and West Africa.

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