This Month's Featured Ship
MSC World America
MSC Cruises has a brand new ship targeted to the U.S. market called MSC World America. Having sailed her maiden voyage just weeks ago on April 12, she will be sailing seven-night cruises to the Eastern and Western Caribbean. At just over 215,000 gross tons, she is MSC's largest cruise ship and can accommodate 6,764 guests at double occupancy. The hub of the ship is the World Galleria/World Promenade, which bear a resemblance to Royal Caribbean's Royal Promenades on the Oasis and Icon class ships. The World America's sleek profile gives her a very modern look and her many venues and amenities rival those of Icon of the Seas. The luxury ship-within-a-ship aboard World America is MSC's Yacht Club, with its exclusive suites, restaurants, lounges and sundecks and 24-hour concierge and butler service. She is a sister ship to MSC World Europa and the upcoming MSC World Asia
What to Expect
In addition to the Yacht Club, MSC ships have three cruise experience levels at different price points. The Bella is the entry-level cruise experience at the lowest price point. Bella guests' staterooms and dinner assignments will be chosen by MSC. Fantastica offers the mid-level cruise experience with the ability to choose stateroom location and dinner sitting, among other extra benefits beyond what is available to Bella guests. Aurea is the highest level cruise experience aside from Yacht Club. Aurea guests' benefits include a welcome gift of Prosecco and chocolates in their staterooms, MyChoice dining, priority boarding and disembarkation, and complimentary access to the Aurea Spa's thermal suite.
Onboard Hotspots
Part of the fun of a cruise is the ship itself! Here are a few reasons why:
The Cliffhanger
Have you ever wanted to swing off the edge of a giant cruise ship over the ocean? Thrillseekers can check The Cliffhanger off their bucket list...if they dare! MSC has raised the bar for adrenaline-pumping cruise ship thrills.
The Topsail Lounge
A Yacht Club exclusive, the two-story Topsail Lounge is a place to meet other Yacht Club guests when it comes time to seek some shade, while still enjoying the ocean views from the sweeping wall of windows. A stunning Swarovski staircase leads guests to the top deck of this glamorous lounge.
The MSC Sportplex
Located on decks 20 and 21, the action-packed center of fun on MSC World America is the MSC Sportplex. Bumper cars, basketball, pickleball, game shows, and an obstacle course for drones are just some of the activities the family-friendly sports and recreation venue has to offer.
The Botanic Garden Pool
Bask in all that is serene and green in the Botanic Garden located on decks 18 and 19. This versatile adults-only pool has a retractable glass roof, hanging daybeds, lush greenery, and a view of the La Plage main pool just outside the glass wall. This pool is available rain or shine.
Zest Juice Bar
One of 18 bars and lounges on MSC World America, the Zest Juice Bar is located on Deck 8 near the Aurea Spa and offers a variety of juices and smoothies This bar is perfect for post-spa refershment due to its convenient location. This bar primarily serves non-alcoholic beverages.
Luna Park Arena
The focal point of the World Galleria, the Luna Park Arena is a multimedia entertainment venue that hosts themed parties, game shows, movie screenings, dance classes, enrichment talks and more.
