MSC Cruises Reveals New Details on MSC World Asia Debut

MSC Cruises announced new details of MSC World Asia, the line’s new flagship set to set sail in the Mediterranean from December 11, 2025, offering itineraries for its winter 2026/27 and summer 2027 itineraries.

The third ship in the line’s World Class series, MSC World Asia will feature seven onboard districts, each with its own unique atmosphere, facilities and experiences.

Seven-night itineraries include port calls in Barcelona (Spain), Marseille (France), Messina, Civitavecchia for Rome (Italy) and Valletta (Malta). Summer will also include stops in Genoa and Naples (Italy).

New concepts and features of the vibrant World Promenade along with returning favorites include:

• New Pan-Asian Specialty Restaurant. Yet to be named, the restaurant will focus on Southeast Asian cuisine featuring flavors from Singapore, Thailand, Laos, South China, Vietnam and Indonesia.
• New Tree of Life The Spiral Dry Slide set to be the longest dry slide at sea, the thrilling ride lets guests glide between 12 decks in mere seconds.
• Sweet Temptations to indulge the sweet tooth, offering gelato, cakes, crêpes, frozen yogurt, signature shakes and more.
• Promenade Bites, a casual spot serving freshly prepared street-style food snacks.
• All-Star Sports Bar with large screens, interacting games and an outdoor sea-facing terrace.
• Coffee Emporium, a stylish space for coffee lovers offering a selection of blends and brewing styles from around the world.
• Luxury Accessories Boutique with high end accessories and statement pieces from international brands.

Other features include:

• More than 40 bars, lounges and restaurants.
• The Harbour, a revolutionary new outdoor park within the Family Aventura District.
• Cliffhanger, a thrilling overwater swing ride propelling back and forth 50 meters above the ocean.
• More than 20 accommodation options from luxury suites, balcony cabins with ocean or promenade views to connecting cabins.

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