MSC
Cruises has announced plans to bring a World Class ship to Port Canaveral
and offer more cruises from the Florida destination beginning in 2027.
The line’s fourth World Class ship, yet to be named, will
join the Port Canaveral lineup for the Winter 2027-2028 season offering
year-round 7-night Caribbean itineraries. In addition to MSC World America, she
will be the second World Class ship operating in North America.
Meanwhile, MSC Grandiosa will begin offering year-round
7-night Caribbean cruises from Port Canaveral beginning with the Winter
2026-2027 season, building upon previously announced plans to deploy the ship
at Port Canaveral for an inaugural season during Winter 2025-2026. MSC Seashore
will continue to offer year-round 3- and 4-night cruises to The Bahamas and Ocean
Cay MSC Marine Reserve.
Lynn Torrent, EVP and Chief Commercial Officer, MSC Cruises
USA, said in a statement: “Our commitment to Port Canaveral is stronger than
ever, thanks to the incredible support from our partners there and the growing
demand from our guests who love the port’s convenient location.”
She added, “Having ships dedicated to offering both short
and 7-night cruises year-round will ensure we have the right options available
no matter when someone wants to sail. We’re especially excited to bring a World
Class ship to Port Canaveral, continuing our long-standing pledge to deploy our
most modern and innovative ships in the Caribbean market.”
Capt. John Murray, CEO, Port Canaveral, said “We are excited
to have MSC Cruises expand their presence at Port Canaveral with the arrival of
MSC Grandiosa and the deployment of their fourth World Class ship to homeport
with us.
Murray added, “The addition of these exceptional ships to
our homeported fleet will add even more sailing options from Central Florida
and reaffirm the cruise industry's confidence in our ability to consistently
deliver a world-class guest experience.”
MSC World Europa was the first of the cruise line’s platforms,
launching in 2022. In April 2025, MSC
World America will begin sailing 7-night Eastern and West Caribbean cruises
from Miami.
MSC World America’s features include:
- 19 dining venues, including the only Eataly
restaurant at sea
- 18 bars and lounges with all-new venues like All
Stars Sports Bar and The Loft comedy club
- The Harbour, an all-new outdoor venue for
families featuring the Cliffhanger over-water swing ride, a ropes course, water
park, playground, relaxation areas, and complimentary grab-and-go dining
- The outdoor World Promenade, featuring shopping,
dining and one of the longest dry slides at sea along with fantastic ocean
views
- The 3-level World Galleria, bustling with
activity and lined with bars, shops and restaurants
- The largest MSC Yacht Club in the Caribbean,
catering to travelers seeking luxury and exclusivity
- Seven districts aimed at providing distinct
spaces that will allow every type of traveler to choose their own vacation
experience
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