MSC Cruises News

September 16, 2026 – MSC Cruises is changing its 2027/28 winter program: The MSC Euribia will be deployed for the first time for a full winter season in the Canary Islands and Madeira. Seven-night cruises with six island destinations are planned. Embarkation is possible in Tenerife, Madeira, Lanzarote, and La Palma. Sales for the new voyages begin on September 28, 2026.

September 15, 2026 - The MSC World Asia MSC Cruises' new flagship has taken an important step towards its commissioning. It successfully completed its final sea trials and is now entering the last phase of its completion.

September 9, 2026 – The MSC World Asia will get five new bar and lounge concepts. From a playful soda bar to an elegant aperitivo lounge and an Asian-inspired cocktail bar, MSC Cruises offers distinctly different experiences. The new World Class ship will embark on its first regular Mediterranean season on December 4, 2026.

September 2, 2026 - MSC Cruises launches its 2026/27 winter season with an extensive program. Cruises departing from Hamburg, voyages on the new MSC World Asia in the Mediterranean, and sunny routes to the Caribbean and the Canary Islands are available. According to the cruise line, the winter program comprises a total of 168 destinations in 72 countries.

August 20, 2026 – MSC Cruises again changes its operational plan for the 2027/2028 winter season. The Contrary to previous plans, MSC World Europa will not be sailing to the Orient.Instead of cruises in the Arabian Gulf, the world-class ship will remain in the western Mediterranean. At the same time, the new MSC World Asia to the South Caribbean.

August 13, 2026 – The MSC World Asia will receive a 1.260 square meter Aurea Spa. MSC Cruises plans to offer one of the most comprehensive wellness facilities in its fleet there. The concept includes twelve thermal experiences, new high-tech treatments, personal analyses, and a fitness center with ocean views.

August 6, 2026 – MSC Cruises expands its Caribbean program and will open Catalina Sugar Beach in November 2026. The new beach destination is located on Isla Catalina, off the coast of La Romana in the Dominican Republic. During ship visits, MSC guests have exclusive access to the newly designed beach area.

August 6, 2026 – MSC Cruises will operate year-round cruises in the Southern Caribbean for the first time starting in November 2026. MSC Opera starts primarily in La RomanaFrom April 2027, you can also... Fort-de-France Boarding. However, MSC has changed the program for winter 2026/27: The MSC World Europe It replaces the initially announced MSC Seaview on the Antilles routes.

July 20, 2026 – A cruise with MSC Cruises is more than just a journey to different ports and holiday destinations. The culinary offerings also play an important role for many guests. For summer 2026, the cruise line has now presented the five dishes that are particularly popular with passengers.

July 15, 2026 – According to MSC Cruises, the MSC World Asia will have the largest Venchi chocolate store at sea. A chocolate boutique, a café, and an Italian gelateria will be combined in an area of ​​approximately 300 square meters. Guests will not only be able to enjoy pralines and gelato, but also create their own chocolate confections in the so-called Chocolate Lab.

July 3, 2026 – MSC Cruises welcomed the Tudor Pro Cycling Team on board the MSC World Europa in Barcelona just before the Grand Départ of the Tour de France. The official team presentation took place on the shipping company's European flagship, which was docked at the MSC Cruises terminal in Barcelona during the event. For one day, MSC World Europe became a stage for top-level international sport.

July 2, 2026 – MSC Cruises expands the gastronomic offerings of the new MSC World Asia with an unusual 3-in-1 concept. The pan-Asian culinary experience combines a specialty restaurant, a bar with lounge, and a street food takeaway service that is open during the day and included in the tour price.

June 22, 2026 – MSC Cruises is expanding its wellness and beauty offerings at the MSC Aurea Spa. Starting in summer 2026, new treatments will be gradually introduced on the company's ships. These include a Japanese Head Spa, computer-aided skin analysis, modern facials, barber services, and professional teeth whitening. On select ships in North America, medical wellness and aesthetic treatments will also be available.

With “The Spiral @ Tree of Life”, the new MSC World Asia will have one of the most spectacular attractions ever planned on a cruise ship. The 81,3-meter-long dry slide runs across twelve decks from the outdoor family area, The Harbour, down to the open-air World Promenade. According to MSC Cruises, it is the longest dry slide at sea.

June 04, 2026 - The MSC World Asia taking further shape: On 28 November 2026 MSC Cruises' new flagship is scheduled to be built in France. Le Havre The ship will be officially christened. Just a few days later, it will embark on its first regular Mediterranean season. The MSC World Asia is particularly appealing to cruise passengers because it combines classic destinations in the western Mediterranean with new experience areas, spectacular attractions, and an expanded range of family and entertainment options.

June 03, 2026 - MSC Cruises and the PORT OF KIEL will celebrate 20 years of cooperation in 2026.

June 02, 2026 - MSC Cruises Its summer campaign for 2026 is themed “Best Holiday Ever”. The focus is on cruises that should be as easy as possible to plan for guests from Germany, Austria and Switzerland: with flexible embarkation ports, fly-and-cruise packages, organized shore excursions, optional beverage packages and rebooking options in selected booking categories.

May 19, 2026 – The MSC Euribia is back in Kiel: With its first departure on May 16, 2026, MSC Cruises officially launched its summer season from the North German cruise port. The focus is on cruises to the Norwegian fjords – featuring spectacular landscapes, renowned fjord destinations such as Hellesylt/Geiranger and Flåm, and a modern ship designed to appeal to families, gourmets, and Norway enthusiasts alike.

May 19, 2026 – MSC Cruises expands the culinary offerings on the MSC Seashore: Our preview of The Chicken Man and Red Cactus BBQ & Ribs There are now two new grab-and-go restaurants on board, included in the cruise price. These new concepts are aimed primarily at guests who want to eat easily, with fresh food, and without lengthy restaurant planning during their cruise from Port Canaveral.

MSC Cruises has revealed new details about the family-friendly experiences on board the MSC World Asia. The cruise line's new flagship aims to appeal to families, children, and teenagers with its diverse entertainment areas. Highlights include MSC Luna Park, The Clubhouse, The Harbour, and Doremiland.

The MSC World Asia According to MSC Cruises, the ship will be deployed on 7-night Mediterranean itineraries. Planned ports of call include attractive destinations such as Barcelona, ​​Marseille, Messina, Civitavecchia (replacing Rome), Naples, and Valletta in Malta. This allows the ship to combine classic Mediterranean cruise destinations with a significantly expanded range of onboard amenities for families.

March 31, 2026 - The MSC World Europe will in winter 2026/2027 in the Caribbean Deployed. Instead of sailing in the Gulf region as originally planned, the ship will now undertake cruises from Martinique, Guadeloupe and BarbadosThis opens up a new range of options for cruise passengers. French Antilles – with islands like St. Lucia, Grenada, four days in Antigua, Dominica or St. Maarten on the timetable.

March 26, 2026 MSC Cruises has released new details about MSC World Asia published Aqua Deck District and the further developed outdoor area The HarborThis is particularly exciting for cruise passengers in Europe because the MSC World Asia in the Mediterranean from December 2026 is to be deployed – with initial attempts in Barcelona, Marseille, Messina, Civitavecchia near Rome, Naples and Valletta.

MSC expands its luxury product Yacht club on two other ships of the fleet: MSC Musica and MSC OrchestraThe retrofit is to be carried out in two stages – End 2026 on the MSC Musica and in the first quarter of 2027 on the MSC Orchestra. This would mean that the entire Musica class would offer the "ship-within-a-ship" concept in the future.

Cruising used to be the epitome of "gazing at the sea, sipping cocktails, and slowly arriving somewhere." MSC Cruises has now taken it a step further: the ship itself has become an attraction – with rides, water slides, glass skywalks, high-tech entertainment, and yes, even a robot that mixes drinks. Anyone who doesn't automatically think of "reading in a chair" when they hear "sea day," but rather "What can I actually do here?", will find exactly that on many MSC ships.

MSC Cruises plans to further develop its private island, Ocean Cay MSC Marine Reserve, in the Bahamas. Plans include additional guest experiences, new dining options, and an extended pier to allow two ships to dock simultaneously. Completion is scheduled for the end of 2027.

December 04, 2025 – The MSC World Asia is the third ship in MSC Cruises' World Class and will enter service in December 2026. It will be powered by LNG and, starting in early December, will offer 7-night itineraries in the Western Mediterranean, calling at ports such as Barcelona, ​​Marseille, Genoa, Civitavecchia (replacing Rome), Messina, and Valletta; Naples will be added in summer 2027.

November 13, 2025 – MSC Cruises is continuing to expand its World Class fleet. The cruise line has ordered two more newbuilds from the French shipyard Chantiers de l'Atlantique. These will be the seventh and eighth ships in the series, scheduled to enter service in 2030 and 2031, respectively. The contracts were signed at a ceremony at the shipyard in Saint-Nazaire, France.

June 17, 2025 – The anticipation is growing: With the MSC World Asia In December 2026, MSC Cruises' newest flagship will set sail for the first time to the most beautiful ports of the western Mediterranean. It will be the third ship in the groundbreaking fleet. World-class series MSC World Asia combines proven MSC quality with a wealth of innovations – from the longest dry slide at sea to a brand new pan-Asian specialty restaurant.

December 16, 2024 – The travel year 2025 will be all about new ideas, growing sources of inspiration and a noticeable change in vacation planning. MSC Cruises has identified five trends that will fundamentally change the way we choose and experience our travels.

November 20, 2024 - Experience an unforgettable cruise with the MSC Poesia from Hamburg and discover the fascinating metropolises of Northern Europe! From October 12, 2025 to February 2, 2026, the elegant cruise ship will set off every Sunday for 7-night cruises that will take you to the highlights of the North Sea and the English Channel.

October 1, 2024 – Up to €300 onboard credit per cabin for special moments on board and on land

August 29, 2024 – Extend the summer feeling with MSC Cruises and discover the sunniest destinations in the Mediterranean, even in the cooler months.

August 14, 2024 – MSC Cruises and Explora Journeys have commissioned their sister company, MSC, the world leader in container shipping, to optimize the supply chains for their cruise ships through the use of smart containers. This innovative technology ensures that only the freshest and highest quality products make it on board the ships.

April 18, 2024 - MSC Cruises is pleased to introduce its new "Stay & Cruise" program for summer 2024. This add-on package allows guests to extend their cruise with two or three additional nights in some of the world's most fascinating cities, combined with a half-day city excursion covering the top attractions.

April 12, 2024 - MSC Cruises announced the launch of a spectacular new attraction: Cliffhanger, the first and only overwater swing at sea, to be experienced exclusively on MSC World America. This groundbreaking attraction will float 50 meters above sea level and offer guests an unparalleled experience.

March 18, 2024 - MSC Cruises, the world's third largest cruise line, is pleased to announce the christening of its newest flagship, MSC World America, on April 9, 2025.

February 28, 2024 -MSC Cruises is equipping its entire fleet with SpaceX's Starlink Internet by May 2024 to provide fast Internet speeds, improved Wi-Fi in cabins and public areas, and lower operating costs, with two-thirds of ships already equipped and dedicated Internet packages for are offered to guests.

February 21, 2024 - MSC Opera offers impressive 24-night cruises to the Canary Islands and Madeira in the 25/7 winter season, packed with cultural and scenic discoveries, a diverse on-board program and flexible embarkation options.

February 14, 2024 – Experience a culinary journey in a class of its own on the second leg of the MSC World Cruise 2024 on board the MSC Poesia! Three renowned chefs will enchant passengers with their unique creations as the ship sails to 52 destinations in 31 countries.

January 22, 2024 – The European Football Championship will take place in Germany in the summer of 2024. Fans can watch the games live while traveling to different countries. MSC Cruises offers special cruises for this purpose.

January 17, 2024 – Due to the security situation in the Red Sea, MSC Cruises cancels three cruises planned for April. Passengers on the MSC Splendida, MSC Opera and MSC Virtuosa are affected.

January 15, 2024 - Discover MSC Cruises' breathtaking itineraries in the Mediterranean for summer 2024.

December 8, 2023 – MSC Cruises today announced updates to its summer 2024 itineraries, including a new itinerary for MSC Musica in the Western Mediterranean and an expanded itinerary to the Greek Islands for MSC Opera.

December 6, 2023 – Bookings for the MSC World Cruise 2026 with the MSC Magnifica can now be made. The unforgettable journey departs between January 5th and 7th, 2026 in three European ports: Genoa (Italy), Marseille (France) and Barcelona (Spain).

June 9, 2023 - The MSC Euribia was christened yesterday in front of a distinguished audience in Copenhagen. Godmother for the 19th time was the Italian actress Sophia Loren. The 88-year-old film icon holds the world record for ship christenings. The Swiss cruise line's second LNG-powered cruise ship was christened at Copenhagen's Oceankaj.

April 21, 2023 | MSC Meraviglia – the first ship in MSC Cruises' Meraviglia class – has arrived at its new homeport in New York City.

January 30, 2023 | With 21 ships and countless destinations, MSC Cruises guests have a wide range of romantic options to choose from on board: from exquisite specialty restaurants to a night on the dance floor - there is something for everyone!

September 17, 2022 | MSC Cruises today officially took delivery of its new flagship, MSC Seascape. It is the largest cruise ship ever built in Italy.

September 16, 2022 | MSC Cruises, the third largest cruise brand in the world, yesterday christened its newest flagship at the brand new Grand Cruise Terminal in Doha MSC World Europe.

September 16, 2022 | MSC Cruises' first World Class ship offers guests of all ages a wide range of entertainment options. Guests will experience five new themed parties, two new interactive game shows and many state-of-the-art attractions in high-tech locations throughout the ship

September 07, 2022 | MSC Cruises' most environmentally friendly ship heralds the future of MSC Cruises with her christening on November 13, 2022.

September 01, 2022 | From December 2022, the MSC Seascape will offer “Robotron”, the first high-tech entertainment experience of its kind with innovative robot technology for the ultimate adrenaline rush

August 24, 2022 | MSC Seascape, the second ship in the Seaside EVO class, is entering the final phase of preparation ahead of her inaugural season in the Caribbean in four months
The innovative ship brings guests closer to the sea and offers elegant restaurants and numerous entertainment options.

July 13, 2022 | MSC Cruises today announced new details on the family offering on MSC Seascape. The ship will delight guests of all ages with 98 hours of live entertainment per cruise, a 700 square meter children's area and state-of-the-art entertainment. MSC Sescape will enter service in December 2022 and will offer 7-night Caribbean cruises in her inaugural season.

June 20, 2022 | MSC Group's cruise division and Chantiers de l'Atlantique celebrated two important milestones over the weekend for MSC Cruises' first two LNG ships, both of which will be built at the French shipyard in Saint-Nazaire.

June 10, 2022 | The MSC Bellissima complements the current summer program of MSC Cruises in the Mediterranean

May 24, 2022 - The LNG-powered MSC World Europa will be the first modern cruise ship with fuel cell technology capable of significantly reducing CO2 emissions.

November 29, 2021 | MSC Bellissima completes its Red Sea season on schedule, replacing MSC Virtuosa for cruises to destinations in Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Doha from April 2nd. The additional twelve cruises will soon be bookable

January 11, 2022 - In the 30th year of the existence of the Brand nicko cruises, the company improves its brand image and invents the term “time to discover”. The term stands for the slow cruising practiced by nicko cruises. At the same time, the company logo was modernized.

January 03, 2022 | Yesterday, Sunday, the MSC Magnifica set sail for her first departure of the new winter program

December 02, 2021 | 14 ships are used in the Mediterranean - more than half of the fleet - and with over 40 routes offer the shipping company the largest range of services in this region to date

November 29, 2021 | MSC Cruises celebrated the christening of the MSC Virtuosa in Dubai

November 25, 2021 | Cruises with MSC Cruises are now only possible for vaccinated guests on all ships

November 22, 2021 | MSC Cruises and Fincantieri are celebrating the next flagship of the fleet with the float of MSC Seascape

August 8, 2020 - Pierfrancesco Vago, Executive Chairman of MSC Cruises, thanked the MSC congregation for their "unbroken support" with warm, unctuous words. At the same time, he announced the resumption of cruises. What does the MSC cruise concept look like in relation to the corona pandemic?

November 9, 2020 - MSC Cruises has selected the Port of Hamburg for today's christening of MSC Grandiosa. From 6pm., thousands of onlookers will experience the ship's christening up close on two large screens. The godmother is - how could it be otherwise at MSC - Sophia Loren.