The incredible MSC Splendida arrived yesterday, Monday, December 16, at the Buenos Aires Cruise Terminal “Quinquela Martin”, for the first time for local guests for the 2024-2025 season, making it the sixth ship to serve the region.
The ship's commander, Francesco Iacono, warmly welcomed those present and celebrated the arrival of the MSC Splendida to the country. The reception was attended by prominent authorities, including the Secretary of Tourism, Environment and Sports of the Nation, Daniel Scioli; the Undersecretary of Tourism of the Nation, Yanina Martínez; the President of the Tourism Board of the City of Buenos Aires, Valentín Díaz Gilligan; and the Comptroller of the General Administration of Ports, Gastón Benvenuto, among others. Javier Massignani, Managing Director of MSC Cruises Argentina and Latam, also participated, along with other authorities of the company, who shared this important event for the tourism industry.
"Welcoming the majestic MSC Splendida at the Buenos Aires Cruise Terminal is a source of enormous pride and excitement. This milestone represents the realization of a dream that we began to visualize in August, when we announced her arrival, and today it becomes a reality thanks to the effort and commitment of everyone. It is the first time that this emblematic ship welcomes local guests, marking a historic moment that will not only boost national and regional tourism, but will also generate a positive impact in different sectors of the local economy," said Javier Massignani, Managing Director of MSC Cruises Argentina and Latam.
"This achievement is the result of constant work throughout the year, with the support of national authorities and the implementation of incentive policies for this season. Our goal has always been to exceed expectations and bring our local guests the experience they deserve. But we are not stopping here. Next season we are redoubling our commitment with the arrival, for the first time, of the MSC Fantasia, a sister ship that will be 100% dedicated to the Argentine market," added Massignani.
The director also highlighted the importance of public-private collaboration in the implementation of this type of project: "This progress is, without a doubt, the result of this collaboration. Together, we have set ourselves the ambitious goal of reaching one million cruise passengers, and there is no doubt that we will achieve it. We need to continue working together, because together we are building the future of the cruise industry in the region."
MSC Splendida, intended for Argentine and Brazilian visitors, is the third ship to depart from the port of Buenos Aires this season. With 14 departures, on Mondays from December 16, 2024 to March 17, 2025, including Christmas and New Year's departures. It will offer 7-night itineraries to the South of Brazil, visiting the exclusive Uruguayan town of Punta del Este and the incredible Brazilian beaches of Camboriú, Itajaí and Santos. For a total of 33 departures from Buenos Aires, along with the 14 departures of the MSC Poesia with 8- and 9-night itineraries and the 5 departures of the MSC Armonia with 7-night itineraries.
And for the most discerning guests, MSC Cruises offers a 5-star service. The MSC Yacht Club, now available for the first time to Argentine guests, on board MSC Splendida. It is the concept of a “ship within a ship” that sets a new standard for the industry with a premium cruise experience, by offering guests the benefits of a cruise with a private club of exclusivity and privacy, while providing a wealth of possibilities for leisure and entertainment.
Source: MSC.