Pascal Paoli ferry

HSF Pascal Paoli ferry is a Ro-Pax passenger vessel (HSF = high-speed ferry) owned by SNCM Maritima Ferries and operated under charter by the France-based company CORSICA LINEA. The ship has a maximum capacity of 654 passengers and 130 cars. The vessel was launched in 2003 and currently operates on the France–Corsica ferry route Marseille-Bastia (crossing time 12 hours).

Cabins

As a cruise ferry, Pascal Paoli has 171 cabins accommodating up to four passengers. All staterooms are located on Deck 8. They are air-conditioned and soundproof, and feature en-suite bathrooms (toilet/shower/washbasin, hairdryer), lower and upper wall-mounted bunk beds, bedside table or cabinet with stool or chair, mirrored vanity (small writing table with chair or stool), telephone, wall-mounted reading lamps, and wardrobe. Bed linens, towels, and toiletries are provided by the ferry company.

All cabins and hallways are carpeted. Stateroom access is electronic (via boarding cards), with access codes changed for each sailing. TNT television is available in all staterooms and in the Bar Lounge.

Outside cabins feature a bay window. Suites additionally offer an HDTV (satellite reception), minibar, double bed, and a two-seater sofa. Some staterooms are wheelchair-accessible (adapted for passengers with disabilities). The vessel also offers a total of 50 reclining seats (aircraft-type seats in the reserved seating lounge), available for pre-booking.

All passengers must vacate their staterooms 30 minutes prior to homeport arrival.

Shipboard dining and entertainment options

As onboard facilities (most of which are located on Deck 7), MS Pascal Paoli offers:

• Two main restaurants: a 198-seat À La Carte Restaurant (open 7:00–9:30 pm) and a Self-Service (Buffet) Restaurant with a 201-seat bar (both on Deck 7). Both venues feature panoramic floor-to-ceiling windows and offer meals prepared by French master chefs. Personalized menus are also available, including dishes made with gluten-free products.
• A Sandwich Shop / Snack Bar (Cafeteria/Patisserie on Deck 7), open year-round, selling sandwiches, cakes, pastries, fruit salads, yogurts, ice cream, and hot and cold drinks.
• A Children’s Room, a dedicated indoor playground equipped with a large HDTV (for cartoons), bean bags, small tables and chairs, toys, games, a ball pool, and supervised activities.
• The Sun Deck features a solarium area with an indoor heated swimming pool, sunbathing area (sun loungers and deckchairs), and outdoor seating (small tables and chairs). It is served by an outdoor pool bar offering fast food, snacks, cocktails, beer, and soft drinks. As a high-speed ferry, the sundeck area is protected from wind by transparent glass walls.
• The Reserved Seating Lounge has a capacity of 50 seats and is fitted with comfortable Pullman seats (fully reclining armchairs) and large HDTVs.
• Onboard shopping options include a Shopping Arcade with several retail shops (boutiques and a mini market) selling discounted alcohol (spirits and wines), tobacco products, premium-brand perfumes and cosmetics, designer jewelry, fashion clothing and accessories, footwear, watches, handbags, sunglasses, personal hygiene products, travel essentials, confectionery, snacks, toys, books, magazines, electronics, gadgets, gifts, and souvenirs.
• An ATM/cash machine is located next to the Reception (Information Desk) on the Lobby Deck. Paid onboard Wi-Fi service is available at restaurants and bars. Wi-Fi packages can be purchased online during ferry booking or onboard at the Reception. Wi-Fi service is available on all CORSICA LINEA ships.
• The top deck is a Helideck with a helipad, used in emergency situations.
• The vessel offers ample outdoor deck space. The infirmary (ship’s hospital) provides 24-hour nursing service.
• Safety equipment includes large enclosed rescue boats designed for evacuation, semi-rigid boats, and liferafts.

All onboard emergency instructions are displayed in staterooms, on TV screens, and at the ship’s assembly (muster) stations. Life jackets are issued at the assembly stations. In emergency situations, the use of elevators and passenger lifts is forbidden.

Pets on the ship

Traveling with pets/domestic animals is allowed on all CORSICA LINEA ships. Dedicated onboard lodgings are available for dogs and cats. Other animals (rabbits, birds, hamsters, etc.) must be kept in passenger-owned carriers.

• Animals are not allowed in staterooms, seating lounges, bar lounges, or public rooms. Pets are permitted only on open decks, where they may be walked by their owners.
• During ferry booking, passengers must select “Pet up to 6 kg” for animals traveling in cages and not requiring kennels. The “Pet over 6 kg” option applies to animals requiring an onboard kennel, which must be booked in advance.
• During the crossing, animals are fed by their owners. Water is provided by the crew. Owners are responsible for maintaining their animals and must remove any waste or other uncleanliness.
• Visually impaired passengers may travel with their guide dogs at no extra charge. Guide dogs are allowed in the cabin. Passengers with disabilities or reduced mobility may also be accompanied by assistance dogs.

Car decks

As freight, CORSICA LINEA ships allow transportation of semi-trailers, lorries (with or without drivers), cars, motorcycles (as freight only, without drivers), caravans, camper vans (without drivers), cargo containers, mobile machinery, boats (on cradles), and industrial products.

Below is a list of car deck safety procedures:

• Disabled passengers or those requiring special assistance should visit the ship’s Information Desk (open 24 hours).
• Apply the handbrake and place the vehicle in park or first gear. Switch off the ignition, alarm, electrical equipment, and headlights. Any gas cylinders must be turned off. Lock the vehicle.
• Remove only valuables and essential hand baggage from the vehicle.
• Make a note of your vehicle’s location and garage deck number or stairway before leaving the car deck.
• Access to the ship’s vehicle (cargo) decks during the voyage is prohibited.
• Smoking on vehicle decks, as well as in cabins and passenger lounges, is forbidden.
• Wait for the onboard announcement before returning to your vehicle.

To avoid air pollution, do not start the engine until instructed.

The shipowner Corsica Linea (fleet, founded in 2016 and headquartered in Ajaccio, Corsica) is a French shipping company operating exclusively on Mediterranean Sea routes connecting mainland France (Marseille) with Corsica Island (France), Sardinia Island (Italy), and North Africa (the Arab Maghreb—Algeria and Tunisia).