MSC Cruises Opens Bookings for Summer 2028 Caribbean Season

by Noreen Kompanik
Last updated: 2:40 PM ET, Thu April 30, 2026

MSC Cruises has released its summer 2028 Caribbean itineraries, now open for booking.

Six ships will sail from four homeports, offering cruisers a myriad of cruise lengths and port options. Two World Class ships– MSC World America will depart from Miami and MSC World Atlantic, in its first summer season will depart from Port Canaveral —offering alternating 7-night Eastern and Western Caribbean itineraries.

Guests departing from Miami and Port Canaveral can also choose from short sailings to The Bahamas, many that include overnight stays at Ocean Cay MSC Marine Reserve, the cruise line’s private destination in The Bahamas. Summer 2028 sailing passengers will also be among the first to visit Sandy Cay, MSC Cruises’ new luxury private island retreat off the coast of Ocean Cay, defined by its pristine aragonite sands—among the purest and brightest in the world.

The island remains true to the spirit of Ocean Cay – connecting guests to nature and the natural beauty of the ocean. Upgrades are forthcoming, including new dining venues and dedicated family-focused and adults-only experiences.

Guests sailing from Galveston will enjoy 7-night itineraries visiting the best of the Western Caribbean. The cruise line’s new year-round offering from La Romana in the Dominican Republic offers a diverse selection of ports, including calls at Catalina Island.

Lynn Torrent, President, MSC Cruises North America, said: “We’re always looking for opportunities to give our guests new ways to experience MSC Cruises’ mix of European style and American comfort, and our Summer 2028 Caribbean itineraries are a great example of that,” said Lynn Torrent, President, MSC Cruises North America.

She added, “We have sunny getaways available for everyone, whether they’re looking for a quick weekend in The Bahamas, a family vacation aboard one of our fantastic World Class ships, or a bucket-list journey through the gorgeous Southern Caribbean. Plus, guests can look forward to the new experiences we’re building in key destinations like Ocean Cay, Sandy Cay and Catalina Island—all aimed at ensuring they have the best beach days possible.”

Cruises from Miami

MSC World America: 7-night sailings to the Eastern or Western Caribbean. Eastern Caribbean: Puerto Plata (Dominican Republic), San Juan (Puerto Rico), and Ocean Cay (The Bahamas). Western Caribbean: Isla de Roatan (Honduras), Costa Maya and Cozumel (Mexico), and Ocean Cay.

MSC Seaside: 3- and 4-night sailings to Ocean Cay and Nassau (The Bahamas) with select 4-night sailings offering an overnight stay at Ocean Cay

Cruises from Port Canaveral

MSC World Atlantic: 7-night sailings to the Eastern or Western Caribbean. Eastern Caribbean: Grand Turk Island (Turks and Caicos), Puerto Plata (Dominican Republic), Nassau and Ocean Cay (The Bahamas).

Western Caribbean: Costa Maya and Cozumel (Mexico), Nassau and Ocean Cay (The Bahamas). MSC Grandiosa: 3- and 4-night sailings to Ocean Cay and Nassau (The Bahamas) with select 4-night sailings offering an overnight stay at Ocean Cay