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23/04/2026

23/04/2026

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31/03/2026

MSC Cruises has cancelled its entire 2026–27 winter season in the Middle East due to ongoing regional conflict and safety concerns. As part of a major fleet redeployment, the MSC World Europa will instead move to the Southern Caribbean, marking the first time a World-class vessel will sail in that region.

MSC World Europa: New Southern Caribbean Program
The ship will operate from November 2026 through April 2027, replacing the MSC Seaview, which is being moved to South America (Brazil and Argentina) for the same period.

Itineraries: 7- and 14-night cruises featuring the French Antilles.

Embarkation Ports:

Fort-de-France, Martinique
Pointe-à-Pitre, Guadeloupe
Bridgetown, Barbados

Ports of Call: Stops include Saint Lucia, Grenada, St. Maarten, Antigua and Barbuda, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Dominica, and Saint Vincent and the Grenadines.

Impact on Booked Guests

MSC Cruises is directly contacting affected passengers and travel agents with the following options:

Rebooking: Transfer the booking to a different sailing, including the new Caribbean itineraries.

Refund: Request a full refund of the cruise fare.

The MSC World Europa is currently expected to return to the Middle East for the 2027–28 winter season, provided regional stability is restored. You can monitor official updates through the MSC Cruises Newsroom