MSC Cruises has revealed that its ultramodern new flagship, MSC World America, will feature seven distinct districts when it enters service in April 2025.
Combining bars, restaurants, entertainment and leisure facilities, each district is tailored to meet the needs, moods and desires of travellers throughout their time on board.
Each of the seven districts boasts its own atmosphere, facilities and experiences, expertly designed to enhance the onboard experience.
The seven districts
MSC YACHT CLUB
MSC Cruises’ ship-within-a-ship experience. Guests staying in this secluded retreat have keycard-only access. On the prestigious foredecks, this guest-favourite offers a world of privacy, exclusivity and luxury in a relaxed and elegant atmosphere. Personalised service means 24/7 butler service, priority embarkation and disembarkation, exclusive lounge and dining areas and more. An exclusive escape from the rest of the ship – but Yacht Club guests still enjoy all the other amenities that MSC World America has to offer.
FAMILY AVENTURA
Located at the top of the ship. Here, families can create memories that will last a lifetime and dive into their own dedicated district of fun at Family Aventura. At its heart lies The Harbour, a revolutionary new outdoor park where families can come together to engage in activities, indulge in delicious bites and soak up the sun. The Harbour offers an exhilarating high ropes course and a state-of-the-art attraction never before seen at sea that will soon be revealed, along with a family dwelling area and a playground modelled after the iconic lighthouse at Ocean Cay island.
Family Aventura is also home to Doremiland, the action-packed kids’ area with incredible facilities developed for each age range, from babies to teenagers. Add to this bumper cars, roller rinks, high-thrill water slides and a dry slide, its officially the perfect place to spend days together as a whole family.
AQUA DECK
The ultimate go-to destination for an unparalleled connection to ocean and water, and home to the ship’s two main spectacular pools. The deck changes mood depending on the time of day. From revitalising wellness offerings and a tranquil atmosphere in the morning to upbeat entertainment throughout the afternoon and high energy parties at night, the district will serve as vibrant oasis of aquatic delight.
ZEN AREA
The adults-only Zen Area, high up at the stern of the ship, is an exclusive oasis designed as a haven of relaxation and rejuvenation, offering the ideal space for sunbathing, waterside lounging and taking in breathtaking ocean views. Light music makes it the perfect place for guests to rejuvenate the mind, body and soul.
GALLERIA
This bustling district centre-ship pulsates with excitement and constantly changes mood.
Dining options, exclusive shopping, exhilarating games, and more. The area has bars, lounges and cafés – live music at the Dolce Vita Bar, afternoon coffee and sweet treats at Jean Philippe Chocolat & Café and familiar favourites late into the night at Luna Park Pizza & Burger. Guests may shop ‘til they drop at many boutiques, then move through to the MSC Luna Park Arena, a shapeshifting high-tech entertainment venue hosting themed parties and gameshows.
THE TERRACES
Nine restaurants and bars, four retail shops and a comedy club/piano/late-night karaoke bar make up this special area. Avant-garde dining concepts, sophisticated entertainment and enticing retail offerings in a unique area straddling indoor and outdoor spaces.
Guests can start out their day grabbing a smoothie at the juice bar, browsing watches and jewels in glittering shop windows and round out their evening with a delicious dinner in one of the five speciality restaurants serving exquisite dishes from across the globe.
PROMENADE
This lively half-covered outdoor promenade will take cruisers’ breath away. Although on deck 8, the spectacular view extends to the top of the ship – framed by the central spiral architectural masterpiece (and thrilling 11-deck dry-slide). It’s a playground day and night, where there is always something happening to entertain. Apart from the authentic Emporium coffee bar with some of the best bean selections from around the world, this area offers delicious drinks and sumptuous dinners with something truly special for everyone.
MSC says MSC World America has been carefully designed to help reduce impact on the environment. The ship runs on LNG, a lower-emissions fuel and is ready for renewable energy sources. Shore power connectivity, when available, reduces emissions as the engines can be switched off in port. Smart technology is used throughout the ship to ensure guests can travel in comfort while keeping energy and water use low. Everything possible is recycled on board, and even the propellors are designed to minimise noise so as not to disturb marine life when sailing.