MSC UpGrade | MSC Cruises

take your cruise to the next level

Bid for a cabin upgrade in a few clicks!

Our MSC UPGRADE PROGRAM elevates your cruise in few simple steps. Imagine being upgraded from an Ocean View cabin to our most elegant Suites,
with our cabin upgrade program you could win the most breathtaking views on board in a few simple clicks.

 

Let us tell you how to do it: just make your bid on the cabins available and get a chance to the cabin of your dreams!

How does msc Upgrade PROGRAM Work?

1. FIND OUT IF YOU ARE ELIGIBLE FOR A CABIN UPGRADE

If you already have a booking number and have paid for your cruise, we will contact you by email to propose a cabin upgrade. 

Please be assured that your agent can guide you through the upgrade process, if  you booked your voyage through a travel agent.

1. FIND OUT IF YOU ARE ELIGIBLE FOR A CABIN UPGRADE

Luxury suite with panoramic ocean views and modern decor onboard | MSC Cruises

2. CHECK THE CABIN UPGRADES AVAILABLE AND MAKE YOUR BID

If you're eligible, you can discover the best cabins available for an upgrade and enter the amount you are willing to pay. Each bid is per cabin. Bidding on multiple rooms will increase your chances of getting an upgrade, but you will only be charged for one upgrade.

 

We will require a valid credit card number, which will be charged once accepted. 

2. CHECK THE CABIN UPGRADES AVAILABLE AND MAKE YOUR BID

Luxury cruise suite with private balcony, jacuzzi, and ocean view | MSC Cruises

3. KEEP AN EYE ON YOUR EMAILS AND ENJOY YOUR CRUISE

We will inform you of the outcome of your bid by e-mail, so keep an eye on it!

If your bid is accepted, your credit card will automatically be charged the corresponding amount. Otherwise, you will keep the cabin you originally booked without paying any additional amount.

3. KEEP AN EYE ON YOUR EMAILS AND ENJOY YOUR CRUISE

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FAQ

What is MSC UpGrade?

MSC UpGrade is a bid-based cabin upgrade Program where Guests can score fantastic upgrades on select cabins and voyages.

Is the MSC UpGrade Offer amount per cabin per day or for the entire duration of the cruise?

MSC UpGrade Offer amount is per cabin for the entire duration of the cruise.

How does the MSC Upgrade offer work if I’m part of a group or travelling with another reservation?

Each upgrade Offer is reviewed individually. Therefore, MSC Cruises can’t guarantee that all reservations traveling together will be upgraded, or that upgraded cabins will be located near each other.

Can I cancel the MSC UpGrade offer after it has been accepted?

No, once your bid is accepted, your credit card will be charged immediately, and the upgrade amount paid is final and non-refundable or non-transferable.

What will happen with the promotions I already have if I’m upgraded through MSC UpGrade?

You get to keep the promotions you already have based on the cabin category initially booked.

Can I choose the location or specific features of the cabin?

No, guests cannot request specific cabins or ship location.

Can I modify or cancel my MSC UpGrade Offer after I submit it?

You may modify or cancel your Offer if it has not already been accepted by MSC Cruises and provided credit card has not been charged.

When will I know if my MSC UpGrade Offer got accepted?

The Offer can be accepted at any time from the moment it is submitted until the voyage departure. You will receive an email notifying you if your Offer has been accepted.

If I’m travelling with another cabin, can I bid only once through MSC UpGrade and, if accepted, cancel the second reservation and move the guests into the upgraded cabin?

No, if your party is occupying more than one cabin , you’ll need to submit an individual bid for each reservation. Please understand that these bids are reviewed independently, so MSC Cruises cannot guarantee both cabins will receive an Upgrade. Should one reservation be upgraded and the other isn’t, guests from the un-upgraded cabin cannot be transferred into the upgraded one. All reservations cancelled within the penalty period will be subject to MSC’s standard cancellation fees outlined in the Booking Terms and Conditions.

What will happen if the upgrade category includes a higher amount of Hotel Service Charge?

If the upgrade cabin category includes a Higher amount for the Hotel Service Charge, these will be charged to Guests at the end of the Cruise.

Why did I or someone “travelling with” not receive an invite to bid on an MSC UpGrade?

To receive an email invitation to Bid on a cabin upgrade, you must be opted in to MSC marketing emails. Also, the MSC UpGrade Program is subject to availability and may not be available for all voyages or in all cabin categories. If you wish to ensure a particular cabin category, you should book your desired cabin category at the time of booking.

What will happen with my cabin experience in case I win an MSC UpGrade?

The MSC UpGrade Program is a cabin upgrade only. Guests will keep their original promotions and experiences. The only exception is when upgraded to AUREA or YACHT CLUB cabins, the Guest will receive the associated Aurea or Yacht Club experience benefits of their new cabin.

If my MSC UpGrade Offer is accepted, will I earn MSC Club Points at the rate associated with my upgraded cabin category?

Yes, the accepted Offers will earn MSC Club Points.

Terms & conditions

MSC Upgrade Program

Please find here the Terms & Conditions.