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MSC Preziosa

MSC Preziosa

MSC Cruises·Fantasia
activeBuilt 2012
MSC CruisesFantasiaActive🇵🇦 Panama
3.2CC
1425/2k Berlitz
MSC Cruises
GRT
139 072
Guests
3502
Crew
1388
Crew:Guest
1:2.5
Length
333m
Space Ratio
39.7
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History
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MSC Preziosa is a Fantasia-class cruise ship that entered service as the fourth vessel in her class and the thirteenth ship in the MSC Cruises fleet. Built at STX France in Saint-Nazaire, she is an enhanced version of her predecessors and is identical to MSC Divina, featuring advanced diesel-electric propulsion with independent electric motors, efficient environmental controls including low-emission engines and advanced wastewater treatment, and amenities such as seven restaurants, multiple pools, a theatre accommodating 1,600 guests, and a Smurf-themed play area for children.

Vessel Timeline
2 Sept 2011
Launched
Chantiers de l’Atlantique
31 Dec 2012
MSC Preziosa
MSC Cruises
At a Glance
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Christened
March 23, 2013
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Built By
Chantiers de l’Atlantique
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Build Country
STX France
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Class Society
Bureau Veritas
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Identity
IMO Number9595321
MMSI371861000
Call Sign3FOA6
Flag State🇵🇦 Panama
Port of RegistryPanama City
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Construction
ShipyardChantiers de l’Atlantique
Build CountrySTX France
Float OutSeptember 2, 2011
DeliveredDecember 31, 2012
Yard NumberX32
ClassificationBureau Veritas
ChristeningMarch 23, 2013
Est. price (CIN)$550M
Price per berth$157 053
Price per GT$3955
In 2026 dollars$781M
Per berth (2026$)$223 015
Per GT (2026$)$5616
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Dimensions
333m
Length
38m
Beam
8.7m
Draft
Gross Tonnage (GRT)139 072
Net Tonnage (NT)139 072
Length BP333.33 m
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Capacity
3502
Guests
1388
Crew
1751
Cabins
Guests (max)4378
Space Ratio39.7
Crew:Guest Ratio1:2.5
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Propulsion
23.7kts
Max Speed
43 700kW
Power
Engine TypeGE Power Converteam
Propulsion TypeTwin Propellers
Fuel TypeDiesel-electric
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Onboard
17
Decks
9
Restaurants
3
Pools
Bars20
Hot Tubs10
Theaters1
Water Slides1
Onboard Highlights
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MSC Preziosa measures 333 metres in length with a beam of 38 metres and spans 17 decks. She accommodates 3,502 passengers at lower berths across 1,751 cabins and carries a crew of 1,388. The ship is powered by GE Power Converteam engines and operates at a service speed of 23 knots.

Reviews & Ratings
CruiseCritic
3.2/ 5.0
418 reviews
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Berlitz / Insight Guides
4 Stars
1425/ 2,000 pts
Source: Berlitz Cruising & Cruise Ships
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Sister Ships — Fantasia