MSC Cruises faced an operational setback this weekend as a technical issue aboard the MSC Sinfonia forced the cruise line to cancel embarkation for over 1,000 guests scheduled to board in Bari for an 8-day Mediterranean itinerary. The cancellation came less than 12 hours before departure, with affected guests receiving a message from the cruise line.
MSC Cruises officially christened its newest flagship, MSC World America, last night at the brand new MSC Miami Cruise Terminal AA, the largest cruise terminal in the world.
Brazil plans to charter two cruise ships to serve as floating hotels during the upcoming UN Climate Change Conference (COP30), set to take place in Belém this November.
MSC Cruises Introduced the most extensive shopping offer on board its newest cruise ship MSC World America. Launching next month in Miami. The ship will feature over 1,000 square meters of retail space, offering nine high-end boutiques and shops with exclusive and innovative retail concepts.
Retail Highlights on MSC World America:
NEW! "Luxury at Sea" – MSC’s first pre-loved luxury accessories boutique, featuring high-end brands like Hermès, Chanel, Dior, and Louis Vuitton.
MSC Cruises has officially announced the name of its fourth World Class vessel: MSC World Atlantic. The reveal came as the first steel was cut at Chantiers de l'Atlantique, marking the start of production for the highly anticipated ship. The event also coincided with the delivery of MSC World America and the coin ceremony for MSC World Asia, which is set to debut in late 2026.
The MSC World America, the latest addition to MSC Cruises' fleet, will be officially delivered on March 27, 2025, at the Chantiers de l'Atlantique shipyard in Saint-Nazaire, France.
This highly anticipated event will feature a full day of ceremonies, including celebrations for two additional MSC cruise ships under construction. Following the official handover in the morning, the MSC World America will depart the shipyard around 4:15 p.m., setting course for Miami, Florida, where it will be christened on April 9, 2025.
The dynamic duo CJ Illusions known for their breathtaking magic and illusion performances, have unveiled their latest venture—an exhilarating partnership with MSC Cruises aboard the brand-new MSC World America. The show will take center stage in one of the most ambitious magic productions ever presented at sea.
In just one month, MSC Cruises will officially welcome its new flagship, MSC World America, during a grand christening ceremony in Miami. Promising more than just a traditional cruise experience, the ship introduces new venues, cutting-edge entertainment, and a diverse selection of dining options across seven distinct areas tailored to guest preferences.
MSC Cruises has announced that actress and talk show host Drew Barrymore will serve as the Godmother of its newest U.S. flagship, MSC World America. Barrymore will take part in the ship’s official Naming Ceremony on April 9, 2025, at the new MSC Miami Cruise Terminal in Florida, where she will cut the ribbon and trigger the traditional champagne bottle-breaking ritual.
A Filipino crew member who went missing from a cruise ship bound for Brazil has been found dead five days after his disappearance, the Philippine Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) confirmed on Thursday, March 6.
