Western Caribbean Cruise with MSC World America

Welcome aboard MSC Cruises! The cruise line was founded in 1970 and is the cruise division of the container shipping company Mediterranean Shipping Company. MSC Cruises is the world's largest privately family-owned cruise line (Aponte family) and has many years of expertise on the seven seas. The Aponte family has also established an independent charitable organisation, the MSC Foundation, which is also present on board and supports many humanitarian and environmental projects.

MSC Cruises offers its guests a Mediterranean and modern lifestyle at a good price-performance ratio. Guests of all ages feel at home on the sometimes colourful, sometimes understated ships. The ships are also well received on the German market and the number of German guests is growing steadily. A knowledge of English is recommended, although some services are also offered in German.

With the MSC Yacht Club, the ‘ship-within-a-ship concept’, MSC Cruises offers an exclusive area on selected ships with luxurious suites, its own restaurant with five-star service and other amenities.

• Inauguration: April 2025
• Godmother: Drew Barrymore, actress & host
• Shipyard: Chantiers de l'Atlantique in Saint-Nazaire (France)
• Ship class: World Class
• Length: 333,3 meters
• Width: 47 meters
• Tonnage: 216.683 BRT
• Speed: 22.7 knots
• Decks: 22
• Passengers: 6,762
• Cabins: 2.614
• Crew: 2,138
• Languages: German, Italian, English, French and Spanish
• Currency: € or US-$ (depending on the destination)
• Wi-fi: Starlink from SpaceX, internet café and Wi-Fi (fee required)

MSC Cruises is committed to environmental protection and has set itself the goal of enabling emission-free ship operations. The MSC World America, which is fuelled by LNG (environmentally friendly liquefied natural gas), uses the latest technologies to reduce emissions and save energy. The newest generation of engines for example significantly reduces emissions of greenhouse gases, nitrogen oxides, sulphur oxides and fine particulates. The use of shore power also contributes to the reduction of emissions. In addition, the waste water treatment and waste management system complies with international IMO standards and according to the Energy Efficiency Design Index (EEDI) of the International Maritime Organization (IMO), the MSC World America is one of the ships with the lowest CO2 emissions.

On board the MSC World America you have the choice between numerous modern and comfortably furnished staterooms. The interior and oceanview staterooms have a size of approx. 10 to 20 sqm, while the balcony staterooms are approx. 16 sqm to 17 sqm. The various suite categories offer not only luxury, but also a unique view of the sea. The sizes of the suites range from the approx. 17 sqm Junior Suite to the approx. 25-27 sqm Premium Suite to the Grand Suite with a size of approx. 35 sqm. The suites in the exclusive MSC Yacht Club start at a size of approx. 25 sqm (Deluxe Suite). The elegantly furnished Maisonette Suite of approx. 46 sqm extends over two decks and has its own whirlpool on the balcony. The 51-58 sqm Royal Suite and the up to 104 sqm Owner's Suite also impress with modern furnishings and a private whirlpool.

The MSC World America is a ship for all age groups, with guests who appreciate a comprehensive range of entertainment and activities particularly getting their money's worth. The atmosphere is relaxed and casual, inviting guests to spend sociable hours on board. The clientele is international, as is the concept of the ship: here, European design meets American comfort.

The culinary offering on board the MSC World America includes 18 bars and lounges and 19 restaurants where every guest will find something to suit them. You can expect a culinary variety ranging from traditional to modern dishes. Drinks are available for an additional charge or you can take advantage of a drinks package.

The following restaurants are included in the price:

• Il Mercato (buffet restaurant): A variety of dishes from the hot and cold buffet as well as Mediterranean delicacies await you here.
• La Brasserie (buffet restaurant): Look forward to international delicacies.
• Esagono/ Hexagon Restaurant (main restaurant): Taste freshly prepared dishes in an elegant ambience.
• Bubbles Restaurant (main restaurant): Enjoy fine dining in the à la carte restaurant.
• La Foglia Restaurant (main restaurant): The largest restaurant offers international dishes.
• Pizza & Burger: Order delicious pizzas and much more from the pizza chefs and barbecue experts.
• Les Dunes: The restaurant is exclusively for Aurea guests and offers exquisite dishes. 
• Guests of the MSC Yacht Club also have access to an exclusive restaurant with gourmet creations and five-star service (MSC Yacht Club Restaurant and MSC Yacht Club Grill & Bar).

You pay a surcharge in the following speciality restaurants:

• Eataly at sea: Offers a varied menu that includes all the classics of Italian cuisine, from the brand's most popular dishes to dishes available exclusively on board.
• Hola! Tacos & Cantina: Try Latin American and Mexican dishes such as tacos, nachos or empanadas.
• Kaito Teppanyaki: At the cooking stations you can watch how the Japanese delicacies are prepared.
• Kaito Sushi Bar: Sample Japanese specialities such as exquisite sushi or soup.
• Butcher's Cut: Savour high-quality Angus beef in the steakhouse.
• La Pescaderia: The Mediterranean restaurant offers a variety of fish dishes with fresh ingredients.
• Chef's Garden Kitchen: Try healthy, seasonal and delicious dishes.
• Paxos: Greek dishes with fresh fish and seafood await you here.

In addition to the restaurants, there are also numerous bars and lounges (not included). In the elegant Coffee Emporium, for example, you can choose from some of the best coffee beans in the world and select your favourite brewing and serving style. End the day with a delicious cocktail on the outdoor terrace of the Elixir Mixology Bar. Or try the MSC Signature beer in the British pub Masters of the Seas, which is brewed in a microbrewery on board. Sports fans are treated to various sports TV shows in the All-Stars Sports Bar, while enjoying American dishes and bar classics. At The Loft, you can enjoy comedy shows or piano duels or show off your singing talent at karaoke evenings. If you like drinking gin, The Gin Project bar is the place for you. Here you'll find 20 handcrafted gins with a focus on American and Canadian gin distilleries, complemented by a curated selection of international favorites and a range of classic botanical cocktails. 

The MSC World America offers spectacular attractions for young and old, such as an impressive dry slide that stretches over eleven decks. In the new outdoor area “The Harbour” on deck 20, you will find an aqua park with interactive water games, areas to relax, a special themed playground and food trucks with delicious snacks and refreshments. Take on the challenging high ropes course or experience the zip line. With the Cliffhanger, you can try out the only and first overwater swing on a cruise ship at a height of 50 meters above the sea. If you are looking for relaxation, there are six pools and 14 whirlpools to choose from, including two Zen pools, which are located in the Zen Area, an exclusive area for adults. Of course, you also have the opportunity to visit the classic fitness studio or let yourself be pampered in the wellness and spa area (some treatments for a fee). The Sportplex offers basketball and tennis courts, bumper cars and “The Drone Academy” - a drone relay race. The World Galleria offers excellent dining and entertainment options as well as numerous shopping opportunities. Stroll along the newly designed open-air World Promenade, where you can enjoy unique sea views and LED light shows.

In the evening, you can enjoy a breathtaking entertainment program: there will be three new concert-style shows on board in the multifunctional “MSC Luna Park Arena” as well as five new theater productions in the “World Theatre”. In addition, there will be regular programs, live concerts and a variety of surprise moments on board in the “Panorama Lounge” and the “Street Theatre”. In an exclusive partnership with the LEGO Group, MSC World America will feature the first LEGO themed parade at sea, the LEGO Family Game Show and the LEGO Family Zone, a building area for fans of all ages.

There is plenty to discover on board for children of all ages: The ‘Family Aventura’ area is especially for families and offers, among other things, a new outdoor park (‘The Harbour’) with a high ropes course and overwater swing, playground and the well-known Doremiland.

The Harbour is an outdoor area where families can have fun and relax together - all in one place. Live musicians provide entertainment in the evenings. This place is located on the open upper deck of the ship and you can enjoy a great view of the sea.

Thrill-seekers can try out the impressive dry slide ‘The Venom Drop’. The aqua park has pool areas and several slides, including a freefall slide, which provide plenty of fun. In the LEGO® play area, children have the opportunity to build great things every day. Parents and children can also take part in the new LEGO® game show or the LEGO® parade together. In the Doremix Family Disco, the whole family can dance to the latest hits and MSC Cruises children's songs.

Childcare is also provided for your children: babies and toddlers between six months and two years are looked after by certified staff in the Baby Club, which was created in collaboration with the leading children's brand Chicco®. Toddlers aged three to six play in the MSC Mini Club and the Junior Club looks after children aged seven to eleven. MSC's experienced entertainers look after the children.

If you want to experience a lot of new and exciting things as well as a lot of action not only on land but also on board, the MSC World America is just right for you. The ship offers guests of all ages many entertainment options - there is something for everyone here. The combination of fun, adventure and relaxation makes the cruise an unforgettable experience.