Set sail on an unforgettable 10-day Caribbean adventure aboard MSC Poesia, departing from and returning to Miami, Florida. This itinerary combines relaxing days at sea with six exciting port stops, offering the perfect mix of tropical beaches, colorful cities, culture, nature, and Caribbean landscapes.
The journey begins in Miami, one of Florida’s most vibrant cities. After boarding MSC Poesia, the ship departs in the late afternoon, beginning the voyage south toward the Caribbean. The following two days are spent at sea, giving passengers plenty of time to enjoy the ship’s restaurants, entertainment, swimming pools, bars, and relaxing outdoor spaces.
The first Caribbean destination is Bonaire, where MSC Poesia arrives in the morning. Bonaire is famous for its crystal-clear waters and spectacular coral reefs, making it one of the Caribbean’s top destinations for snorkeling and scuba diving. Visitors can also explore the island’s unique landscapes, salt flats, colorful streets, and beautiful coastline before returning to the ship in the evening.
The next stop is Oranjestad, Aruba. The island is known for its white-sand beaches, turquoise waters, and dry tropical landscapes. Passengers can spend the day exploring the colorful capital, shopping, enjoying the local atmosphere, or relaxing on famous beaches such as Eagle Beach.
The cruise then continues to Willemstad, Curaçao, one of the most picturesque ports in the Caribbean. The historic center is famous for its brightly colored Dutch-style buildings and charming waterfront. A walk through Punda and the surrounding historic districts offers excellent opportunities for photography, shopping, and discovering the island’s unique culture.
After another day at sea, MSC Poesia reaches Cabo Rojo in the Dominican Republic. This relatively new cruise destination offers a different side of the Caribbean, with spectacular natural scenery and less-developed surroundings. It is an excellent opportunity to discover a quieter and more authentic destination away from the traditional tourist centers.
The following day brings the ship to Ocho Rios, Jamaica #mscpoesia
MSC CRUISES OPENS BOOKINGS FOR SUMMER 2028 ALASKA SEASON 07/29/2026
MSC Poesia returns to Seattle for a third season of Alaska sailings beginning April 24, 2028
Guests can experience glaciers, wildlife and unforgettable adventures across the Last Frontier Summer 2028 season will offer weekly 7-night itineraries through September 18, 2028 GENEVA – July 29, 2026 – In the middle of a successful inaugural season in Alaska, MSC Cruises opened sales today for its Summer 2028 Alaska itineraries, with MSC Poesia set to offer cruises from Seattle for a third consecutive year of sailings to one of the world’s most sought-after cruise destinations.
Beginning April 24, 2028, MSC Poesia will sail weekly 7-night Alaska cruises through September 18, 2028, giving guests the opportunity to discover breathtaking glaciers, abundant wildlife and charming coastal towns while experiencing MSC Cruises’ signature blend of European style and American comfort in one of the world’s most sought-after cruise destinations.
Lynn Torrent, President, MSC Cruises North America, said: “Alaska continues to captivate travelers from around the world, and we’re excited to open sales for our Summer 2028 season. Since launching our Alaska program, we’ve seen firsthand how much guests value the region’s incredible scenery, wildlife and sense of adventure, along with MSC Cruises’ blend of European style and American comfort. MSC Poesia offers an unforgettable way to experience it all, combining spectacular glacier viewing and immersive shore experiences with exceptional dining, entertainment, relaxation, and a brand new MSC Yacht Club on board. It’s a holiday that brings everything guests are looking for together in one remarkable journey.”
Highlights of MSC Poesia’s Summer 2028 Alaska itineraries include:
Ketchikan, Alaska – Known for its rich fishing heritage, vibrant waterfront and Alaska Native culture. Icy Strait Point, Alaska – An Indigenous-owned destination offering wildlife viewing, outdoor adventure and cultural experiences. Tracy Arm, Alaska – A glacier-carved fjord featuring dramatic scenery, waterfalls and views of the Sawyer Glaciers. Juneau, Alaska – Alaska’s capital city, known for its glacier access, outdoor recreation and fascinating history. Victoria, British Columbia – A picturesque coastal city celebrated for its gardens, architecture and waterfront charm.
MSC Poesia Cruise Director Matías Chimicz has seen firsthand the moments that resonate most with guests. According to Chimicz, some of the highlights of the Alaska experience include:
Witnessing Alaska’s glaciers up close, with stunning scenery unfolding around every turn. Spotting remarkable wildlife, including whales, orcas, bald eagles, bears, deer, otters and harbor seals. Guests have even been treated to whale sightings from the ship throughout the season.
Embracing a true sense of adventure while exploring remote communities and the vast Alaskan wilderness. Slowing down and soaking in the scenery while sailing through Alaska’s Inside Passage, where extended daylight hours and leisurely cruising create unforgettable viewing opportunities.
Enjoying world-class entertainment at sea, including evening production shows, live music throughout the ship and Dirty Dancing: In Concert, the live-to-film concert experience that brings the beloved movie to life with live singers, dancers and musicians.
MSC Poesia recently completed a major refurbishment and now features a brand-new MSC Yacht Club, the cruise line’s luxury “ship-within-a-ship” concept offering 69 elegantly appointed suites, 24-hour butler and concierge service, and access to a private oasis of facilities including a dedicated restaurant and lounge, as well as a private sundeck with hot tubs, bar and grill.
The enhancements also included the addition of two new specialty dining venues—Butcher’s Cut, an authentic American-style steakhouse, and Kaito Sushi Bar, inspired by the Far East where guests can savor expertly crafted sushi and exquisite authentic Asian dishes.
Also on offer for guests is an enhanced MSC Aurea Spa and MSC Gym Powered by Technogym®, complete with a Gentleman’s Barber and various workout studios, along with the Top 15 Exclusive Solarium outdoor area for Aurea guests.
Guests are already able to book MSC Cruises’ 2027 Alaska season, running from April 26 to September 27. At the start and end of its Alaska seasons, MSC Grand Voyages offer Panama Canal cruises between Miami and Seattle.
MSC Poesia’s 2028 Alaska season forms part of MSC Cruises’ broader Summer 2028 North American deployment, which includes sailings from Miami, Port Canaveral, Galveston, La Romana in addition to Seattle, offering a wide variety of holiday options across North America and the Caribbean. No matter which port guests choose to sail from, the cruise line’s “Best Holiday Ever” pledge ensures they will enjoy a seamless holiday from start to finish with everything taken care of from accommodations and itinerary logistics to entertainment and dining.
MSC Cruises marked a new milestone yesterday (Monday May 11) as MSC Poesia departed Seattle, United States, on her first sailing to Alaska – MSC Cruises’ first time in this region, offering guests the chance to experience the region’s breathtaking scenery through to September.
MSC POESIA COMPLETES PANAMA CANAL TRANSIT AHEAD OF ALASKA SEASON DEBUT
MSC Cruises today announced the newly refurbished successfullytransited through the Panama Canal during her 18-night Grand Voyage from Miami to Seattle, marking a key milestone as she prepares for her inaugural Alaska season.
The passage through the iconic Panama Canal is a standout highlight of the itinerary, offering guests a rare once-in-a-lifetime experience to witness one of the world’s greatest engineering achievements while sailing between the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans amidst breathtaking tropical landscapes and rich biodiversity.
Here’s a complete ranking of Msc Cruises ships, based on Cruiseline.com review scores and rankings, combined with overall trends (newer ships, size, innovation, and passenger feedback).
MSC Cruises Ships Ranked
🥇 Top Tier – The Best MSC Ships (Modern flagships & highest ratings)
1. MSC Seascape – ⭐ 4.18 The highest-rated ship overall, praised for design, size, and onboard features.
2. MSC Seaside – ⭐ 4.17 Revolutionary outdoor-focused design, extremely popular in the Caribbean.
3. MSC Meraviglia – ⭐ 4.17 One of MSC’s most successful ships, combining entertainment and family appeal.
4. MSC Fantasia – ⭐ 4.16 A classic but still highly rated thanks to the introduction of the Yacht Club concept.
5. MSC Virtuosa – ⭐ 4.15 Modern and tech-forward (including robotic bartender experiences).
MSC Poesia Grand Voyage departing on April 6, 2026 from Civitavecchia, Rome, Italy
This epic journey spans 35 nights, taking passengers from the heart of the Mediterranean across the Atlantic and through the Panama Canal to the Pacific Northwest.
Itinerary Overview: From Civitavecchia to SeattleThe voyage is designed as a “Grand Voyage,” transitioning the ship between seasons and continents.
REFURBISHMENT OF MSC POESIA GETS UNDERWAY AHEAD OF THE SHIP’S ALASKA DEBUT
MSC Cruises today announced that MSC Poesia will enter dry dock at Palumbo Malta Shipyard in Malta, marking the next phase of the cruise line’s ongoing investment in enhancing the guest experience across its fleet.
is the second ship from the line’s MSC Musica Class to undergo a major refurbishment at the Maltese shipyard, following sister ship MSC Magnifica, which left the shipyard in December.
The enhancements will introduce new premium spaces and experiences, combining elevated comfort with lively social venues, ahead of MSC Poesia’s debut season in Alaska in May 2026.
When the refurbishments are complete, MSC Poesia will feature an MSC Yacht Club, the brand’s exclusive “ship-within-a-ship” concept, offering 69 elegantly appointed suites, private amenities, and 24-hour butler service, along with two new speciality dining venues – Butcher’s Cut, an authentic American-style steakhouse, and Kaito Sushi Bar – inspired by the Far East where guests can savour expertly crafted sushi and exquisite authentic Asian dishes.
The enhancement will also include a newly designed MSC Aurea Spa and MSC Gym powered by Technogym®, complete with Gentleman’s Barber, various workout studios, and outdoor Aurea area and Top 15 Exclusive Solarium.
Refurbishment work is expected to be completed in April, in time for MSC Poesia’s Alaska season.
Gianni Onorato, CEO of MSC Cruises, said:
“This major refurbishment of MSC Poesia reflects our continued efforts and commitment to investing in our fleet and delivering exceptional guest experiences. This refurbishment showcases MSC Cruises’ commitment to offering guests the best possible experience and modern amenities. We are proud to bring the addition of the MSC Yacht Club, new dining concepts and more to MSC Poesia and to offer guests more choice and more comfort than ever before, ahead of the ship’s Alaska season.
The refurbishment of MSC Poesia forms part of the most extensive upgrade and refitting programme undertaken by MSC Cruises in the past decade.
The project is fully designed and managed in-house by MSC Cruises’ Technical Department and will be carried out at Palumbo Malta Shipyard, a strategic hub for MSC Cruises’ fleet maintenance and large-scale refurbishment projects in Europe.
Earlier this month, MSC Cruises announced the expansion of its renowned MSC Yacht Club to two additional ships, MSC Musica and MSC Orchestra.
Once complete, these latest enhancements will mean all four vessels in the Musica class, MSC Poesia, MSC Magnifica, MSC Musica and MSC Orchestra, will have been upgraded to feature MSC Yacht Club.
From May through September 2026, will offer 7-night Alaska itineraries from Seattle, sailing to some of the region’s most iconic destinations.
Following her Alaska season, the ship will reposition to offer roundtrip Caribbean sailings from Miami during Winter 2026–2027, visiting destinations including Jamaica, Colombia, Costa Rica, Aruba, Curaçao, and Belize,before returning to Alaska in summer 2027 offering guests the opportunity to visit spectacular destinations including Ketchikan, Icy Strait Point, Tracy Arm, and Juneau (Alaska), along with Victoria (British Columbia, Canada)
MSC Yacht Club suites aboard MSC Poesia are now available to book.
MSC MAGNIFICA TRANSITS PANAMA CANAL DURING MSC WORLD CRUISE 2026
MSC Cruises today released photos of the moment that the newly refurbished MSC Magnifica transited through the Panama Canal as part of her 2026 World Cruise.
The ship’s passage through one of the world’s greatest engineering achievements serves as a major highlight of the global journey, offering guests a rare opportunity to experience this iconic route connecting the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans. Beyond its engineering significance, the Canal offers breathtaking views of lush rainforests and vibrant wildlife. The journey provides a once-in-a-lifetime experience, blending natural beauty with a pivotal moment in maritime history.
With her extensive refurbishment complete, MSC Magnifica provides an enhanced onboard experience designed to make the World Cruise journey even more memorable for guests seeking cultural discovery, destination diversity and exceptional service at sea. The upgraded ship features a brand-new MSC Yacht Club, the line’s exclusive ‘ship within a ship’ concept, as well as an upgraded MSC Aurea Spa, cutting-edge gym and specialty restaurants Butcher’s Cut and Kaito Sushi Bar.
The ship has already travelled from the Mediterranean across the Atlantic to the Caribbean and Central America, where it completed its unforgettable Panama Canal transit. Now sailing along the Pacific coast, MSC Magnifica will continue her 131-night global journey through North America before crossing the Pacific to Polynesia, New Zealand and Australia. The voyage will then span key regions of Asia, followed by the Indian Ocean islands and Southern Africa, before returning to Europe to conclude her journey.
For guests wishing to embark on a similar once-in-a-lifetime adventure, MSC Cruises offers upcoming Panama Canal sailings on MSC Poesia in 2026 and 2027, as well as the exceptional 2027 World Cruise aboard MSC Magnifica.
MSC Poesia Grand Voyage (2026 and 2027)
Guests inspired by MSC Magnifica’s journey will soon experience their own Panama Canal adventure aboard MSC Poesia. The ship will reposition from Miami to Seattle on 23 April 2026 on an 18-night sailing featuring a full Panama Canal transit. On board the freshly upgraded ship, guests may now book a suite at the MSC Yacht Club and enjoy its ultimate level of luxury, dine in newly added specialty restaurants Butcher’s Cut and Kaito Sushi Bar, and enjoy relaxing treatments at the refreshed MSC Aurea Spa.
In addition, guests can join MSC Poesia’s Grand Voyage between 8 April and 26 April 2027, offering a memorable journey ahead of her second Alaska season.
MSC Cruises’ 2027 World Cruise aboard MSC Magnifica will begin on 5 January 2027, sailing for 121 nights across five continents and 45 destinations in 25 countries, including a bucket list transit of the Panama Canal. MSC Magnifica will offer guests an unforgettable world voyage showcasing iconic cities, remote islands and extraordinary cultural experiences.
Guests can embark from Civitavecchia for Rome, Genoa (Italy), Marseille (France), and Barcelona (Spain) from 4, 5, 6 and 7 January 2027 respectively, visiting some of the world’s most remarkable destinations.
DIRTY DANCING TO COME ABOARD MSC POESIA FOR UPCOMING SUMMER SEASON IN ALASKA
MSC Cruises is bringing Dirty Dancing: In Concert – the live-to-film concert created by Lionsgate and GEA Live – to MSC Poesia for her highly anticipated summer season in Alaska, starting 11 May 2026.
Building on MSC Cruises existing collaboration with Lionsgate, MSC Poesia will become the third ship in the cruise line’s fleet to feature the hit live-to-film concert, following its highly successful reception aboard MSC World America sailing from Miami in the U.S. and on MSC Virtuosa forher summer sailings from Southampton in the UK. The concert is also set to continue on MSC Virtuosa for her upcoming winter season in the Southern Caribbean.
The spectacular 90-minute live-to-film concert will bring Lionsgate’s beloved 80s film, Dirty Dancing, to life, featuring a talented live band alongside sensational singers and dancers, performing in sync with the beloved movie.
Guests travelling aboard MSC Poesia will have the chance to catch the live-to-film concert throughout their cruise, including matinee showings on sea days – all while travelling to captivating destinations in Alaska and Canada from the ship’s homeport in Seattle, U.S.
Steve Leatham, Vice President of Entertainment at MSC Cruises, said: “We are thrilled to have “Dirty Dancing: In Concert” on board MSC Poesia for MSC Cruise’s first ever sailings to Alaska this summer season. Following the incredible response we have seen since the launch on MSC World America and MSC Virtuosa, we’re excited to be able to offer it on more of our ships for our guests to enjoy this truly one-of-a-kind experience at sea.”
In addition to Dirty Dancing: In Concert, MSC Poesia will offer plenty of world-class entertainment options this summer season, including:
A diverse and colourful live music programme:
Live jazz, party bands, salsa and Latin music groups spread around the ship.
For MSC Yacht Club guests, an elegant music programme and piano host exclusively based in the Top Sail Lounge.
Themed parties and activities, plus an expanded theatre lineup including seasoned U.S. comedians, large-scale shows such as Divas, performed by an outstanding multi-skilled cast.
Regional enrichment specialists offering expert talks, narrated events and hands-on workshops that bring Alaska’s geography and nature to life.
Asrecentlyannounced, MSC Poesia will undergo one of the largest upgrades in MSC Cruises’ history including the addition of the MSC Yacht Club, two specialty restaurants, Butcher’s Cut and Kaito Sushi Bar, a newly refreshed MSC Aurea Spa and an enhanced MSC Gym Powered by Technogym®. Guests sailing aboard MSC Poesia will be able to enjoy these new features on MSC Cruises’ inaugural season in Alaska, offering 7-night sailings to some of the region’s most picturesque destinations including Ketchikan, Icy Strait Hoonah, Tracy Arm, Juneau (Alaska, U.S.) and Victoria (British Columbia, Canada).
About MSC Cruises
Headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland, the privately-owned MSC Cruises is the world’s third largest cruise line and the market leader in Europe with a strong and growing presence in North America.
A global cruise brand with 23 modern ships offering cruises across five continents, guests can visit more than 100 countries worldwide with more than 300 destinations, making unforgettable memories and enjoying the finest hospitality.
Lionsgate Global Products & Experiences is a division within Lionsgate (NYSE: LION), one of the world’s leading standalone, pure play, publicly-traded content companies. By leveraging the studios’ world-class portfolio of film and television brands and franchises, the division drives incremental revenue and builds consumer engagement via live shows and experiences, location-based entertainment destinations, games, physical and digital merchandise, and select strategic partnerships and investments.
The group has announced multiple stage productions (Dirty Dancing, La La Land, Wonder and Nashville for Broadway, and The Hunger Games– now open in London), integrations with marquee games (Call of Duty, Dead By Daylight, Roblox, and Fortnite), and collaborations with best-in-class consumer products licensees (LEGO, American Classics, Hot Toys, Funko, and more). Attractions based on Lionsgate’s top franchises The Hunger Games, John Wick, SAW and other iconic IP can be found at theme parks and destinations in Asia, the United States, the United Kingdom, and the Middle East, with the highly anticipated JOHN WICK EXPERIENCE now open in Las Vegas.
