MSC Cruises emerged as a triple award winner at the inaugural Sailawaze Excellence Awards, taking home accolades for Technology, Sustainability, and Collaborations. The prestigious ceremony celebrated the best of the cruise and travel industry, with over 150 entries evaluated by industry experts and the public.
MSC Cruises has announced plans to homeport the MSC Grandiosa at Port Canaveral starting in December 2024. The 2,400-cabin ship will offer alternating seven-night cruises to the Eastern and Western Caribbean, expanding MSC’s presence in the United States. To accommodate the increased traffic, Port Canaveral is expediting the construction of a new cruise terminal on its north side, ensuring efficient passenger and ship management. Despite concerns about increased traffic, the allure of the MSC Grandiosa and its luxurious amenities is expected to keep travelers coming.
Soccer enthusiasts cruising with MSC Cruises in Europe this summer are in for a treat, as they’ll have the chance to catch all the live action of the prestigious European soccer cup. The tournament, which features 24 European nations competing for victory, is held every four years and is one of the most anticipated sporting events of the year. Matches from the tournament will be broadcast live on MSC Cruises’ ships sailing in the Mediterranean and Northern Europe between June 14 and July 14.
MSC Cruises continues to strengthen its presence in the U.S. with the introduction of a second vessel, MSC Grandiosa, at Port Canaveral in December 2025. This addition expands the port’s offerings with a wider range of 7-night cruises and shorter excursions to The Bahamas. Passengers will have the choice of MSC Grandiosa’s alternating 7-night Eastern and Western Caribbean itineraries or MSC Seashore’s continued 3- and 4-night sailings to Nassau and Ocean Cay MSC Marine Reserve. MSC Grandiosa will depart on Eastern Caribbean routes, including stops in Nassau, Ocean Cay MSC Marine Reserve, Puerto Plata, San Juan, and Charlotte Amalie, while the Western Caribbean itinerary will feature visits to Nassau, Cozumel, Costa Maya, George Town, Montego Bay, Falmouth, and Belize City.
Emirates and MSC Cruises have extended their partnership for two more seasons, aiming to boost Dubai’s status as a major cruise hub. Travelers can book the Fly&Cruise package through MSC Cruises, featuring Emirates round-trip flights from 21 European and South American airports. The partnership focuses on enhancing the guest experience, sharing crucial data, coordinating flight and cruise schedules, and streamlining check-in processes. Over the next two years, MSC Cruises’ flagship, MSC Euribia, will operate from Dubai, offering 7-night cruises to destinations including Doha, Bahrain, Abu Dhabi, and Sir Bani Yas.
