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MSC World America - Eastern Caribbean from Miami

7 Nights|3 Ports|3 Sea Days

This Eastern Caribbean rotation is the counterpart to MSC World America's Western loop, trading Cozumel and Roatan for the Dominican Republic and Puerto Rico. The San Juan call runs until 11pm, leaving time to wander Old San Juan's blue cobblestones after dark, and the week closes with a full 12-hour day at Ocean Cay, MSC's private-island marine reserve in the Bahamas.

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Price Range

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Budget

DepartureMiami, Florida
Dress CodeSmart Casual
MealsIncluded
WiFiPaid

*Prices vary by cabin type, sailing date, and availability. Confirm rates with MSC Cruises before booking.

Ship Details — MSC World America

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Year Built

2025

Tonnage

215,863 GT

Passengers

6,762

Crew

2,138

Decks

22

Class

World

Itinerary & Route Map

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Onboard Amenities

Aqua Park
Robotron Ride
Cliffhanger Over-Water Swing
Heliplex Sports Complex
Casino
Spa
Kids Club
Multiple Pools
Specialty Dining
Fitness Center
The Harbour Promenade
Luna Park
MSC Yacht Club (largest at sea, ship-within-a-ship with private suites, restaurant, pool grill, butler and concierge)
Cliffhanger over-water swing ride
Four giant waterslides plus the Jaw Drop 11-deck spiral dry slide
Seven themed districts
Eataly (only Eataly at sea)
Butcher's Cut steakhouse
Kaito Teppanyaki and Kaito Sushi
All-Stars Sports Bar
The Loft comedy club
Elixir Mixology Bar
Family Aventura kids and teens area
Three-deck interior promenade
Multiple pools and an aqua deck water area
Broadway-style theater

Cruise Highlights

Late-night San Juan call (until 11pm) - explore Old San Juan and the El Morro fortress after the day-trippers leave
Full day at Ocean Cay MSC Marine Reserve with the evening lighthouse light show before a 8pm departure
Taino Bay port in Puerto Plata puts you steps from the cable car up Mount Isabel de Torres
Two sea days to explore World America's seven districts, including The Harbour's Cliffhanger over-water swing

About the Ship

What Travelers Say About MSC World America

Reviews of the ship itself — the same for every MSC World America sailing. Based on 700 discussions.

MSC World America is MSC Cruises' newest flagship and one of the largest cruise ships in the world, debuting in April 2025 and sailing year-round Caribbean itineraries from PortMiami. Built around seven themed "districts," it carries up to 6,764 guests yet earns praise for a layout that disperses crowds and is easy to navigate. The vibe is a glossy, family-forward European megaship with headline thrills like the Cliffhanger over-water swing, four waterslides and the only Eataly at sea, all delivered at a price well below comparable new ships from U.S. lines.

What People Love

  • Outstanding value - week-long Caribbean fares sometimes start around $600-$700 per person, roughly half the price of Royal Caribbean's newest megaships
  • Brand-new ship (debuted April 2025) with modern, polished spaces and one of the largest layouts in MSC's fleet
  • Thoughtful seven-district layout spreads crowds out and is easy to navigate compared to other megaships

Common Complaints

  • Main dining room and buffet food is widely described as just so-so, especially for American palates
  • Service is inconsistent - sometimes attentive, often slow or indifferent, with staff seeming overworked
  • Hard surfaces and few sound-absorbing materials make many public and dining spaces noticeably loud
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