MSC World America, launching in April 2025, represents MSC Cruises’ latest innovation in sustainable cruising. This LNG-powered vessel will be the second ship in the cruise line’s World Class and will operate from PortMiami. The inaugural sailing is scheduled for April 12, 2025, with bookings currently open.
Itineraries
The ship will offer 7-night Caribbean itineraries with two main routes:
- Eastern Caribbean: Visiting Puerto Plata (Dominican Republic), San Juan (Puerto Rico), and Ocean Cay MSC Marine Reserve (Bahamas)
- Western Caribbean: Stopping at Costa Maya and Cozumel (Mexico), Roatan (Honduras), and Ocean Cay MSC Marine Reserve (Bahamas)
Ship Specifications
The vessel features:
- 22 decks
- Width: Over 150 feet
- 2,626 cabins
- 420,000+ square feet of public space
Dining and Entertainment
The ship offers extensive dining options with 13 restaurants:
- 6 specialty restaurants
- 4 main restaurants serving global and American cuisine
- 2 buffets
- Luna Park Pizza & Burger for casual dining
Entertainment facilities include:
- Three entertainment venues
- Expansive water park with VR-enabled water slides
- Kids Clubs for all age groups (infants to 17 years)
Unique Features
Notable amenities include:
- 11-deck-high dry slide
- Six pools and 14 hot tubs, including indoor pool with retractable roof
- Adults-only Zen pools
Environmental Commitment
MSC World America demonstrates environmental leadership as the third LNG-powered ship in MSC’s fleet and first in the U.S. The ship can achieve up to 20% greenhouse gas reduction and features a selective catalytic reduction system that reduces NOx emissions by 90% when using marine gas oil.
