With summer in full swing, winter feels like a distant reality, but now is the time to request days off, plan winter school breaks, and start organizing that much-needed winter getaway.
The MSC Cruises, the leading cruise company in Europe and South America, is kicking off the inspiration for vacations with new cruise itineraries. The newest star ship of MSC Cruises will explore amazing ports in Brazil, departing from Santos starting December 7, 2018. The MSC Seaview will travel through South America for the first time and offer guests ideal itineraries to immerse themselves in beautiful Brazil. And, as guests travel from port to port, they can choose from a wide variety of cuisines inspired by international gastronomy in the three main restaurants, as well as specialty restaurants on board.
The Butcher’s Cut, a modern American-style steakhouse concept, celebrates the skill of a master butcher, serving special cuts of 
meats and embracing American heritage.
The Asian Market Kitchen is the second restaurant at sea by pan-Asian culinary pioneer Roy Yamaguchi, with the first opened aboard the sister ship MSC Seaside. Featuring three distinct restaurants, cruisers can enjoy fresh sushi, sashimi, and tempura at the sushi bar; a variety of pan-Asian dishes at the à la carte restaurant; and lively entertainment in the teppanyaki grilling area.
Ocean Cay by Ramón Freixa is the result of a brand new partnership with the Michelin-starred chef himself, offering sophisticated fish and seafood in a chic Mediterranean atmosphere.
Key Winter Itineraries 2018-2019 aboard the MSC Seaview:
• December 15, 2018: 7-night cruise departing from Santos, Brazil, with stops in Búzios, Brazil; Salvador, Brazil; Ilhéus, Brazil; and Ilha Grande, Brazil. Prices starting at $1,789 per person in a balcony cabin.
• February 26, 2019: 4-night cruise departing from Santos, Brazil, with stops in Búzios, Brazil and Ilha Grande, Brazil. Prices starting at $819 per person in a balcony cabin.
For more information, visit the website www.mscpressarea.com/en-US