MSC Cruises launches year-round Caribbean cruises starting in 2026!

MSC Cruises launches year-round Caribbean cruises starting in 2026!

MSC Cruises has announced that it will significantly expand its cruise offering in the Southern Caribbean from the 2026/27 winter season. With the introduction of new routes, two ships, the MSC Seaview and the MSC Opera, will be based in the region. Bookings for these exciting trips are now possible.

MSC Opera launches 7-night cruises from La Romana, Dominican Republic on November 16, 2026. Travelers also have the option to combine trips so they can enjoy up to 14 nights of butterfly itineraries. From April 2027, Fort-de-France on Martinique will also be available as a second embarkation port.

Diverse travel destinations and routes

MSC Opera's new routes visit popular islands such as Martinique, Guadeloupe, Barbados, Antiguan and Barbuda, Aruba, Curaçao and the British Virgin Islands. Highlights of the new routes include:

• La Romana: Bekannt für seine schönen Strände und die beeindruckende Tropfsteinhöhle Cueva de las Maravillas.
• Isla Catalina: Ein Paradies für Schnorchler und Sonnenanbeter.
• Virgin Gorda: Berühmt für die berühmte Felsformation „The Baths“.
• Fort-de-France: Mit kreolischer Architektur und Regenwald-Ausflügen ein kulturelles Highlight.
• St. John’s: Ein lebhaftes Zentrum auf Antigua, ideal für Wassersport.

Other ports the MSC Opera visits include Oranjestad (Aruba), Kralendijk (Bonaire), Philipsburg (St. Maarten) and Basseterre (St. Kitts and Nevis).

The MSC Opera in detail

The MSC Opera, a ship christened on June 26, 2004 by actress Sophia Loren, offers a variety of cabin classes. These range from inside cabins to luxurious suites with private balconies and bathtubs. The vessel is capable of accommodating up to 2,658 passengers and has an operational speed of up to 20.30 knots. It sails not only through Caribbean waters, but also through European seas and, for several years, in African and Asian waters.

The MSC Opera's culinary offerings are just as varied. These include main restaurants with international gourmet specialties, buffet restaurants and specialty restaurants covering various cuisines, including vegetarian and vegan options.

Sports facilities, a wellness and spa area and an extensive entertainment program are available for leisure activities on board. The ship also offers special programs for children aimed at meeting the needs of families.

MSC Seaview will continue to operate 7-night cruises in the Southern Caribbean and is homeported in Fort-de-France. Travel enthusiasts can look forward to an offer that allows them to experience the beauty and culture of the Caribbean to the fullest.

For more information about the new cruises and MSC Opera, visit tip online and cruises.de.