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Miami Herald
21-05-2025
- Business
- Miami Herald
MSC Cruises takes another bold step in its ambitious growth plan
MSC Cruises' answer to Royal Caribbean's Icon Class is only getting started. After the Switzerland-based global cruise line launched its newest megaship, MSC World America, from Miami last month, some might have thought the cruise line would take a breather before moving on to another mega-sized announcement. Related: Royal Caribbean unveils its biggest and boldest innovation yet Like Royal Caribbean's giant Icon of the Seas, MSC World America is a huge ship, accommodating more than 6,700 passengers, and it's making a big impression on cruisers as it joins Icon of the Seas in sailing seven-night Caribbean cruises from Miami. A market leader in Europe, MSC Cruises designed MSC World America to sail with its own unique style that blends European sophistication with American comfort. And the cruise line has big plans to introduce more Americans to its signature style of cruising as it continues to grow its presence in North America and throughout the globe. MSC Cruises already has another World Class ship in development for the North American market, along with one for Europe. And now, the cruise line is making plans for even more World Class ships to come. Sign up for the Come Cruise With Me newsletter to save money on your next (or your first) cruise. MSC is ordering two more World Class ships to complement the four already delivered or under construction. With the addition of two more ships to its pipeline, the MSC Cruises fleet will expand to 27 ships by 2030. The two new ships, the fifth and sixth in the World Class, are expected to be delivered in 2029 and 2030. Each will be designed to build upon the innovation of the World Class, which combines advanced environmental technology with the latest advancements in passenger experiences. MSC Cruises has not yet revealed where these two ships will sail, or whether either of them will sail in North America. Related: A way too early review of MSC World America They will follow the existing World Class ships, MSC World Europa and MSC World America, as well as two more already under construction at the Chantiers de l'Atlantique shipyard in Saint-Nazaire in France - MSC World Asia and MSC World Atlantic. Although many cruisers may assume MSC World Asia is being built to sail in Asia like MSC World America was built for the American market, that's actually not the case. MSC Cruises' World Class ships are named for the continents and oceans of the world, and their names don't necessarily indicate where they will be deployed. The naming convention is meant to showcase that the global cruise line sails in all parts of the world. Be the first to see the best deals on cruises, special sailings, and more. Sign up for the Come Cruise With Me newsletter. MSC World Asia will offer Mediterranean cruises upon its launch in late 2026, and MSC World Atlantic will sail from Port Canaveral, Florida beginning in 2027. As the cruise line accelerates its global expansion, North America continues to be a key growth market. In addition to adding MSC World America and MSC World Atlantic to sail from Florida, the cruise line is also preparing to launch its first cruises from Texas. Related: MSC's Ocean Cay is different from what other cruise lines offer Beginning in November, MSC Seascape will move from Miami to its highly anticipated new homeport of Galveston. Sailing from a brand-new terminal that's currently under construction at the Port of Galveston, MSC Seascape will offer cruises to the Western Caribbean. For its Galveston debut, MSC Seascape will sail with some new Texas-inspired touches featured alongside the cruise line's signature blend of European style and American comfort. Further emphasizing its focus on North America, MSC Cruises will also launch its first Alaska cruises in 2026. MSC Poesia will homeport in Seattle for the summer 2026 Alaska cruise season. (The Arena Group will earn a commission if you book a cruise.) Make a free appointment with Come Cruise With Me's Travel Agent Partner, Postcard Travel, or email Amy Post at amypost@ or call or text her at 386-383-2472. Copyright 2025 The Arena Group, Inc. All Rights Reserved
The Independent
31-01-2025
- Entertainment
- The Independent
Dirty Dancing in Concert to debut on MSC World America cruises
MSC World America is planning to give cruise passengers the time of their life after revealing it will host the first at sea performance of Dirty Dancing. Named Dirty Dancing In Concert, the show will bring the iconic film to life in the World Theatre on MSC World America when the ship launches this April. Each sailing will feature multiple chances to enjoy the 90-minute Dirty Dancing in Concert, including a matinee on sea days. It will be performed with a live band, singers and dancers, all ensuring that nobody puts baby in the corner. The show will culminate in a finale where passengers are invited to dance in the aisles and sing along in a Dirty Dancing-themed after party. Other onboard entertainment includes Odyssey, featuring acrobats on a dreamlike backdrop and an illusion show called Momentous. There is also a tribute to Queen named Queen Rock Symphonic. MSC World America is the newest and largest in the MSC Cruises fleet and features seven onboard districts, including 19 dining venues, a new All Stars Sports Bar and The Loft comedy club. Steve Leatham, vice president of entertainment at MSC Cruises, said: 'Delivering a diverse entertainment lineup for every type of holidaymaker is central to creating an unforgettable cruise experience. 'MSC World America provides an incredible platform to push the boundaries of entertainment at sea, and we're introducing some exciting new concepts and productions.' The Italian cruise brand has also started taking bookings for MSC World Asia, which is set to launch in December 2026. Catering for the Asian market, the ship's designs aim to reflect the continent's culture, art and beautiful landscapes. The first sailing is on 11 December 2026 around the western Mediterranean, including Barcelona and Valletta, with prices starting from £719 per person. Gianni Onorato, chief executive of MSC Cruises, said: 'We have chosen to deploy our latest flagship in the Western Mediterranean as it is our most popular region. MSC World Asia will further enhance our lineup in the region, giving guests even more choice of embarkation ports and itineraries for their winter escape or summer holiday. 'As with each of our new ships, we'll introduce innovative new concepts, venues and services to deliver the ultimate cruise experience for our guests.'
