Can MSC World America REALLY Compete with Royal Caribbean?

Is MSC World America the Next Big Thing in Caribbean Cruising?

As mega-ship enthusiasts, we’ve sailed on the largest cruise ships in the world, but @msccruisesusa World America is set to shake up the Caribbean in April 2025! Can this European-based cruise line’s latest megaship take on the competition?

Thanks to MSC Cruises we got to sail on her sister ship, MSC World Europa. Now, we’re here to share how this brand-new World Class vessel will stack up against competitor cruise lines to help you decide if MSC World America is right for your next cruise vacation!

💬 Comment below: Do you plan to sail on MSC World America in 2025?

Will MSC Cruises Next Big Ship Succeed in the U.S.?
0:00 MSC World America
0:30 Stepping Onboard World Europa
2:30 Family Outdoor Fun on World Europa
4:10 The Aqua Deck
5:40 Updates to Dining on World Europa
7:05 Spending the Day on the World Promenade
9:25 Entertainment and Nightlife
12:00 The World Class in the U.S.

✅ What Sets the MSC World Class Apart
🍹 The World Galleria - The heart of MSC World America is the World Galleria, a breathtaking 3-story indoor promenade full of life. A dynamic LED ceiling makes it a vibrant space for dining, shopping, and live entertainment. It is precisely the high-energy central hub you would expect to find on a mega-ship.

🎢 Family Experiences on the Outdoor Decks - World Europa offers plenty of exciting outdoor attractions on Deck 20, perfect for families and thrill-seekers! These included an Aqua Park with three slides, the 11-story Venom drop dry slide, and the indoor MSC Sportplex. On MSC World America, the cruise line is adding more thrills that rival those on other cruise lines. These include the Harbour Trail Ropes Course and the Cliffhanger Swing Ride: the first over-water swing at sea.

🏊‍♂️Outdoor Spaces and Pools - The World-Class offers plenty of room for relaxation and fun under the sun. These ships include a large outdoor family pool midship on Deck 18, the Botanic Garden Pool, a forward-facing indoor solarium with a retractable roof, and an adults-only Zen Area with two pools. Plus, there’s exclusive sundeck spaces for guests in the Aurea experience, and MSC Yacht Club.
🍕🍔Enhanced Dining Options - Dining on MSC World Europa was diverse, combining specialty venues with much-needed casual dining upgrades, such as Pizza & Burger and a poolside grill. World America will boast even more casual dining options to cater to U.S. cruisers, such as The Harbour Bar & Bites in the Family Aventura district and Promenade Bites on the World Promenade.
🌅World Promenade - The World Promenade on Deck 8 offers a breathtaking open-air design with stunning aft ocean views. Lined with shops, bars, and restaurants, it’s a lively space both day and night. It includes two of our favorite spots, the Coffee Emporium and Sweet Temptations. We expect to spend more time here on World America with the addition of the All-Star Sports Bar complete with self-serve beer taps and plenty of TVs!
🎭Entertainment and Nightlife - The MSC World Class brings entertainment to the next level with three dedicated venues offering diverse performances. These include Broadway-style productions in the main theater, immersive experiences in the Panorama Lounge, and interactive disco concerts. Like her sister ship, World America will offer shows in all three venues and debut the Loft Comedy Club, a first for the cruise line.
With its sleek design, upgraded dining, thrilling attractions, and exciting entertainment lineup, MSC World America is ready to challenge mega-ships from other cruise lines by offering experiences tailored to families, couples, and multi-generational groups alike—all at a more affordable price point.
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[elkcountypa]

We booked this ship in August. It looks as appealing as the Icon of the seas but a lot more affordable (at this time). Can't wait to hear more about it as it set sail in April.

[grannyoffive]

We are booked on the inaugural cruise in April 2025… Looking so forward to this cruise… New subscriber here… Great video🛳️

[zelyfialho]

Fabulous. Congratulations MSC and Captain Dino Sagani. Happy sailing in the fantastic America World, enjoying your beautiful Ocean Cay island👍

[musicent]

I keep hearing rumors from different Youtubers that MSC has said they have plans on building the biggest ships to beat out Royal but haven't heard much else about that. Can't wait to try World America, booked in October.

[thomaszaborsky]

Seriously looking into a cruise with this ship. Thanks for the great information. 🎉

[dannypereira]

Great video!!! I’m booked for the New Year on World America with a drink package and a sweet ocean balcony room. I can’t wait!!! I got an amazing deal because I booked it onboard my last MSC cruise this last June. So we’re talking more than a year and a half in advance. I know it’s going to be a dream vacation. I’m so excited about all the different shows they have to offer too. I’m pretty good about planning so I’m going to make it my mission to book and watch every show they have available and partake in all their parties. They really do go all out with their theme parties so I can only imagine what they have in store for New Years I’ve sailed on the MSC Seascape twice so I know what I’m talking about. What a great way to ring in the New Year. Thank you so much for such an informative and detailed video of this beautiful ship. It’s exactly what I needed to see. You now have a new subscriber. Thanks again. The countdown begins for 2026!!! 🎉

[MC-ysyf]

MSC really go after Carnival with the Seaside and Meraviglia class ships and RCL with the World class. They got ungodly amount of cash on hand and zero debt so they have the flexibility that their competitors don't enjoy. It'll be interesting to see if they keep pricing low or start jacking them up as they gain market share.

[glamfairymommy]

My boyfriend and I are booked on World America May 3, 2025. It’s our first MSC cruise and I hope we enjoy it as much as we enjoyed Utopia OTS. Looking forward to a week long sailing as our last one was only 4 nights and just wasn’t long enough to fully enjoy and explore the ship. Cannot wait for the over water swing!

[kims]

Heading out on the April cruise. We have really enjoyed MSC and the price for everything is great. spa, balcony drink package and wifi !! make sure to do the on board excursion thru the ships kitchen - its so interesting and fun.

[andrewjaxe]

Just booked!!! Apr 12 inaugural sailing

[zkore]

I don’t think so royal have better food they have fish shrimp and lobster in the buffet for free …

[jiangshiii]

I’m going to be honest, I think MSC from my experience, has been a much more enjoyable experience than other lines, such as Carnival and even Celebrity. I genuinely loved the ship, the food, the entertainment, the crew was amazing, the ship was beautiful. I sailed on Meraviglia, and I’d do it again in a heartbeat. I’ve been on 3 royal ships, anthem, symphony, and wonder, and imma be honest if MSC keeps up their growth, they may be on par with those ships in a few years

[aimeerogers]

While I love the big, new, shiny ships, as I get older, and I'm 71 now, I appreciate the older, smaller, less crowded ships. I hope we are always offered a choice.

[steinwaldmadchen]

Can't wait for their World Asia to come here and she'd easily be the biggest megaship in the region.
Not having to fly hours just to catch a cruise is a big plus.

[wondrafuladventures]

Have never done MSC, but actively looking for the future.

[mrtodd]

Does MSC offer any culinary educational programs on their ships, such as how to cook certain cuisines in a classroom setting?

[Lyle-tmtm]

Finally, Royal Caribbean will have some competition. I used to love their ships but lately their food has been getting worse and bad service also. I will be happy to try a MSC mega ship.

[HunterTalbot]

if they don't improve on the quality of the food...it will not beat Royal

[andrewmak]

Btw, which port in Miami for departure, because we want to get there a day before and looking for a hotel that nearby.

[GreyGooserr]

I sailed on World Europa last year. Nice ship. Looking forward to some of the changes on World America. Do you know if the “secret” invite only speakeasy bar will also be on the World America? You didn’t mention it in your video.