FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., Aug. 9 -- MSC Lirica is offering discounts of at least 50%, with discounts for seniors and children.

Senior Saver prices on 2007-08 Caribbean sailings of MSC Lirica begin at just $479 per person, double occupancy (cruise only, not including government fees and taxes). At least one guest in the stateroom must be 50 years of age on the departure date and bookings must be made by Sept. 30.

Children (as many as two) ages 17 and younger staying in the same stateroom with two full-fare paying adults cruise for free (government taxes and fees are additional, per person) on cruises departing Fort Lauderdale Dec. 4 and 14; Jan. 9, 19 and 29; Feb. 8, 18 and 28; and March 9 and 19. On the ship's Dec. 21 and 28 holiday sailings, children sail for just $199 per person (plus government fees and taxes), when sharing a stateroom with two full-fare paying adults.

As an added bonus, North American residents who place a reservation need only place a $100 deposit per person, based on double occupancy.

On each itinerary, guests will be surrounded by the line's 'Beautiful. Passionate. Italian.' cruise experience, including the elegant décor, authentic Italian cuisine, European ambiance, and exceptional service found onboard every MSC Cruises' ship.

For more information about MSC Cruises, visit www.msccruisesusa.com or a local travel professional.

Source: MSC Cruises