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MSC Musica Heads Into Major Refit Ahead of South America Season

23/9/2026

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​MSC Cruises is giving one of its longest-serving ships a major makeover, with MSC Musica now in drydock at the Palumbo Malta Shipyard for an extensive refurbishment.

The 2,550-passenger ship arrived at the Maltese shipyard earlier this month and is expected to spend around 45 days undergoing a series of upgrades. The project is part of MSC Cruises’ wider programme to modernise the four ships in its Musica Class.
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MSC World Asia Commences Second Sea Trials Ahead of December Debut

10/9/2026

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MSC Cruises’ newest World Class flagship, MSC World Asia, has returned to open waters as she begins her second and expected final sea-trial campaign ahead of her highly anticipated debut later this year.

The 205,700-gross-ton cruise ship departed Chantiers de l’Atlantique in Saint-Nazaire, France, on September 9, marking another major milestone in the construction and commissioning of MSC Cruises’ newest flagship. The ship is expected to return to Saint-Nazaire later this week, where final work will continue ahead of her scheduled delivery.
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Dragon Sculpture Installation Complete Aboard New Flagship MSC World Asia

31/8/2026

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The installation of the spectacular dragon sculpture aboard MSC Cruises' newest flagship, MSC World Asia, is now complete, marking a key milestone as the ship moves closer to welcoming its first guests.

Currently under construction at Chantiers de l'Atlantique shipyard in Saint-Nazaire, France, MSC World Asia will begin Mediterranean cruises from 4 December 2026, offering seven-night itineraries to some of the Mediterranean's most popular destinations including Barcelona, Marseille, Genoa, Civitavecchia (Rome), Messina and Valletta.
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MSC Cruises Revises Winter 2027/2028 Deployment

27/8/2026

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MSC Cruises today announced updates for the Winter 2027/2028 season, enriching deployment in key regions - the Western Mediterranean and South Caribbean.

  • Guest favouritee MSC World Europa to remain in the Western Mediterranean
  • New flagship, MSC World Asia, elevates South Caribbean offering
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MSC Cruises Unveils Expensive Retail Offering Aboard MSC World Asia

3/8/2026

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Guests can discover a world of sophisticated and diverse shopping aboard MSC Cruises' newest flagship, MSC World Asia, when she begins sailing the Mediterranean in December 2026.

Whether searching for the perfect gift, a luxury statement piece, an exclusive souvenir or a unique keepsake, guests will find a curated collection of boutiques and world-renowned brands all in one dynamic shopping destination at sea.
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MSC Cruises Opens Bookings For Summer 2028 Alaska Season

3/8/2026

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MSC Cruises has opened bookings for its Summer 2028 Alaska itineraries, on board the newly enhanced MSC Poesia. 

MSC Cruises third Alaska season will begin April 24, 2028, and MSC Poesia will sail weekly 7-night Alaska itineraries from Seattle through September 18, 2028, giving guests the opportunity to discover Alaska's breathtaking glaciers, abundant wildlife and charming coastal towns and experience one of the world's most sought-after cruise destinations. 
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MSC World Asia To Offer Biggest Choice Of MSC Yacht Club Suites, Including Brand-New Royal Duplex Suites

23/10/2025

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MSC Cruises’ newest flagship, MSC World Asia, will offer the biggest choice of MSC Yacht Club suites on any ship in the Line’s fleet when she begins sailing in the Mediterranean starting 4 December 2026.

Debuting for the first time is the Royal Duplex Suite, a 53 sqm, two-deck suite with two separate bedrooms and 11 sqm private balcony with private whirlpool bath. Able to accommodate up to six guests, this new suite is perfect for families or groups, with an expansive living room for the ultimate entertaining space.
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MSC Meraviglia To Sail From Southampton In Summer 2027

6/10/2025

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MSC Cruises has announced that MSC Meraviglia will sail from Southampton from 18 May to 30 October 2027.

​She will offer 19 sailings ranging from 6 to 14 nights, visiting new destinations such as Ibiza, Gibraltar and Tangier in Morocco, as well as favourites such as the Canary Islands, Lisbon, Malaga and the Norwegian Fjords. There is also a new Baltic Sea sailing visiting Oslo, Fredericia and Copenhagen.
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MSC Poesia To Undergo Major Refurbishment, Including Introduction of MSC Yacht Club

24/9/2025

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MSC Cruises has announced that its 2008-built cruise ship, MSC Poesia will undergo an extensive refurbishment, and will be one of the largest upgrades in the cruise line’s history.
 
Among the changes coming to MSC Poesia, introduces the introduction of the MSC Yacht Club, the signature ship-within-a-ship concept.
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MSC Cruises Becomes First Major Cruise Line Awarded Green Marine Europe Label Certification

20/10/2023

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MSC Cruises has become the first major cruise line to be awarded the Green Marine Europe Certification, a voluntary environmental certification programme for the maritime industry.
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Green Marine Europe is a partnership between North American environmental certification programme Green Marine and the Surfrider Foundation, a leading European Union NGO in ocean and maritime protection.
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