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28
January
2025

MSC Cruises announces long term commitment to Port Canaveral with deployments confirmed through 2028

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MSC Cruises reveals plans to bring World Class ship to Port Canaveral.

Plan continues company’s commitment to deploying its newest ships in the U.S. and expanding capacity from Port Canaveral.

MSC Cruises unveiled plans today to offer more cruises from Port Canaveral, giving guests additional vacation options when sailing from the popular Florida port. The line’s fourth World Class ship will join the lineup at Port Canaveral for the Winter 2027-2028 season, offering year-round 7-night Caribbean itineraries. The ship, which has yet to be named, will join MSC World America as the company’s second World Class ship operating in North America.

 

MSC Grandiosa 3

In the meantime, MSC Grandiosa will begin offering year-round 7-night Caribbean cruises from Port Canaveral starting 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.

MSC Seashore

Lynn Torrent, EVP and Chief Commercial Officer, MSC Cruises USA, said: 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. 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. 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 America

MSC Cruises’ World Class platform launched with MSC World Europa in 2022. In April, the company’s U.S. guests will discover a new world of cruising when the brand new MSC World America begins sailing 7-night Eastern and Western Caribbean cruises from Miami.

MSC World America will feature:

  • 19 dining venues, including the only Eataly restaurant at sea
  • 18 bars and lounges, including 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, a water park, a 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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