MSC Magnifica is getting a glow-up. The ship, one of MSC Cruises’ most beloved mid-sized vessels, has officially entered dry dock for a major refurbishment that will bring a range of modern upgrades, new dining options, and even the exclusive MSC Yacht Club experience on board for the first time. The project is part of MSC’s broader push to refresh its existing fleet, bringing older ships closer in line with the newest designs like MSC World Europa and MSC Euribia. When the work wraps up, Magnifica will reemerge as a more luxurious, more connected, and more sustainable ship ready to…
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MSC Cruises is shifting into high gear. The cruise line just announced that it will become the title sponsor of three major Formula 1 Grand Prix races in 2026 – continuing a partnership that blends fast cars, global destinations, and one of the fastest-growing cruise brands in the world. If you watched this year’s United States Grand Prix in Austin, you might have already noticed MSC’s branding everywhere – from the starting grid to the hospitality suites. That race was only the beginning. Now, MSC is expanding the collaboration even further, positioning itself as the title sponsor for F1 events…
If you’ve been following the cruise industry headlines this week, you may have seen a surprising development out of PortMiami. After the recent sale of the port’s primary fuel depot, several cruise lines including Royal Caribbean Group have raised concerns about the stability of Miami’s marine fuel supply. For most travelers, this won’t affect your next vacation right away. But for cruise lines like MSC, which now operates multiple ships from Miami, the change could have real operational implications in the coming years. What’s Going On at PortMiami? Miami’s marine fuel depot and pipeline infrastructure, which supply low-sulfur diesel and…
Big things are happening in Galveston… literally. Two massive passenger bridges built in Spain have just arrived in Texas, signaling the final phase of construction for Galveston’s brand-new $156 million Cruise Terminal 16. Once complete, this state-of-the-art facility will become the new home of MSC Seascape, marking MSC Cruises’ first-ever deployment from the Lone Star State. It’s a milestone not just for MSC, but for Galveston, which continues to grow as one of America’s most in-demand cruise homeports. A New Era for Galveston Cruising The two passenger boarding bridges are engineering marvels – designed to automatically align with the ship’s…
If you’re the kind of person who sees a last-minute vacation as a personality trait, or you just really love a good deal (and hate winter), MSC’s latest pricing on 7-night Bahamas cruises aboard MSC Meraviglia might be your next favorite excuse to pack a suitcase. We’re talking $289 per person for a full week at sea. That’s not a typo. That’s a Tuesday dinner bill for four — or seven nights with ocean breezes, unlimited pizza, and zero laundry responsibilities. The Itinerary: Warm Weather Without a Passport Stamp These cruises sail roundtrip from Brooklyn, NYC — so yes, you…
File this one under “ships that just hit the glow-up jackpot.” MSC just announced that MSC Poesia is heading into dry dock for a major refurbishment, and it’s not just a carpet swap and a fresh coat of paint. They’re rolling in the big upgrades — including adding the MSC Yacht Club, new specialty restaurants, a sports bar, and tech improvements throughout the ship. For those not fluent in Italian, Poesia is “Poetry” in English Why now? Because Poesia is heading to Alaska in 2026 — and Alaska cruisers don’t play around when it comes to comfort. (Let’s be real:…
One of the questions we get asked all the time: “Is the MSC drink package worth it?” And our go-to answer is… it depends. So on our latest MSC cruise, we decided to stop guessing and start tracking. We kept a running tally of every drink ordered over the course of a 7-night cruise to find out for ourselves whether the package paid off — or if we just thought it did. Spoiler alert: the results might surprise you. The Deal We Got We usually view the drink package as a bit of a break-even situation. Cruise lines aren’t in…
In a surprise move that has caught many Northeast cruisers off guard, MSC Cruises has announced that the MSC Meraviglia will no longer sail out of New York City starting in winter 2026/2027. Instead, the line’s U.S.-based vessel will reposition to Miami, Florida, marking a major strategic shift in MSC’s American deployment. What’s Changing? On August 4, 2025, MSC began notifying booked passengers via email that all future Meraviglia cruises from New York would be canceled. The ship will now sail from Miami and offer a mix of 6- and 8-night Caribbean itineraries, calling on destinations such as Ocean Cay…
Mexico has introduced a new cruise passenger tax, starting at $5 per person and rising to $21 by 2028. If you’re sailing with MSC Cruises to ports like Cozumel or Costa Maya, this fee could slightly increase your trip cost. Here’s what MSC cruisers need to know, how it might affect future itineraries, and why this small tax reflects a bigger shift in cruise travel.
The Netflix “Poop Cruise” doc is dramatic, but cruising today is a whole new world. Here’s what’s changed — and why your next trip will be nothing like that.