Construction is underway at the Port of Galveston to convert an existing cargo warehouse into the port’s fourth cruise terminal. The terminal will be home to MSC Seascape when it opens in November 2025.

MSC Cruises, the world’s third largest cruise line, is setting course for Texas. Today the cruise line opened sales for its new itineraries out of Galveston, marking a significant milestone in its ongoing U.S. expansion.

The world’s newest cruise ship lit up the pre-dawn sky this morning when MSC Cruises’ new U.S. flagship—MSC Seascape—sailed past the Statue of Liberty and up the Hudson River to dock at Pier 88 at the Manhattan Cruise Terminal.

MSC Cruises today officially took delivery of its new fun-filled flagship, the striking MSC Seascape – the largest cruise ship to be built in Italy.

MSC Cruises will deliver a truly global experience featuring unmatched, internationally-inspired culinary offerings on MSC Seascape when the ship launches in December 2022. The line’s new U.S. flagship will offer a variety of mouthwatering eateries, specialty bars and upscale lounges to provide guests with unique cuisine and handcrafted libations.

MSC Cruises announced a range of advanced onboard entertainment options on the upcoming MSC Seascape, starting with ROBOTRON – a thrilling amusement ride coming to the seas for the first time and combining the breath-taking rush of a rollercoaster with personalized music and lighting.

MSC Seascape, the second ship in the Seaside EVO class, enters final phase of preparation for inaugural season in the Caribbean in four months. The innovative ship will feature elegant dining venues and immersive entertainment options, all while bringing guests closer to the sea.