Regional guide
Caribbean & The Bahamas
Island days, colourful towns and clear-water adventures.
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Explore the regions, coastlines and cities across MSC’s world. Find the kind of holiday you’re looking for, then get to know the places along the way.
8 regions to explore
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The Mediterranean
Ancient cities, coastal villages and long lunches by the sea.
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Northern Europe
Fjord scenery, Nordic capitals and the coastlines of the British Isles.
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Canary Islands & Madeira
Volcanic landscapes, Atlantic coastlines and Madeira’s lush gardens.
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Alaska
Glaciers, forested shores and communities shaped by the Inside Passage.
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South America
Brazilian beaches, waterfront cities and the flavours of the southern coast.
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Asia
Japanese island scenery, contemporary cities and deeply rooted traditions.
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Southern Africa & Indian Ocean
Coastal cities, island shores and striking natural landscapes.
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The Bahamas
Nassau
Pastel storefronts, the lively Straw Market and the scent of Bahamian cooking make Nassau much more than a beach stop.
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The Bahamas
Ocean Cay
Turquoise shallows, soft sand and the lighthouse set the scene for a day that can be as unhurried as you like.
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Italy
Bari
Bari Vecchia’s narrow lanes, seaside promenades and Puglian food offer a warm introduction to southern Italy.
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Greece
Santorini
Whitewashed villages sit above a volcanic caldera, with sea views that turn a simple café stop into a memorable moment.
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Greece
Piraeus · Athens
Ancient landmarks rise above a modern capital where neighbourhood cafés and lively streets are part of the attraction.
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Greece
Katakolon · Olympia
A small seaside port opens the door to the sanctuary where the ancient Olympic Games began.
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Greece
Argostoli · Kefalonia
Kefalonia pairs an inviting waterfront capital with dramatic coastlines, caves and bright Ionian water.
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Greece
Corfu
Venetian influences, shaded lanes and the sea-framed Old Fortress give Corfu Town its distinctive character.
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Italy
Trieste
Grand seafront squares, historic coffee culture and Central European influences make Trieste a destination in its own right.
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Croatia
Split
Roman history blends into everyday life around Diocletian’s Palace, with the Riva promenade bringing the city back to the sea.
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Turkey
Kuşadası · Ephesus
A lively coastal town is the gateway to Ephesus, where grand ruins bring an ancient city into focus.
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Turkey
Istanbul
Mosque silhouettes, bustling markets and the Bosphorus bring layers of history and everyday energy into one remarkable city.
Explore this destinationRegional photo credits
Glacier Bay Alaska Glacier.jpg · BSnyder11 · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Display cropped to fit
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Geiranger Panorama.jpg · Frank K. / Alaskan Dude · CC BY 2.0 · Display cropped to fit
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