MSC Cruises Boosts Southern Caribbean Presence with Year-Round MSC Opera and Two Ships in Winter

Geneva, Switzerland, May 27, 2025 — Yesterday, MSC Cruises decided to station MSC Opera in the Southern Caribbean year-round for the Winter 2026/27 and Summer 2027 seasons. This marks the line’s first summer deployment in the region and the first time two ships will operate there during winter. Sales for these new itineraries are now open.

MSC Opera will offer a variety of seven-night cruises. Passengers have the option to stretch their itinerary into 14-night “butterfly” voyage, visiting stunning destinations such as the Dominican Republic, Martinique, Guadeloupe, the British Virgin Islands, Barbados, Antigua and Barbuda, and the Netherlands Antilles. The ship will homeport in La Romana, Dominican Republic, a new regular port for MSC Cruises, starting November 16, 2026. From April 2027, Fort-de-France, Martinique, will serve as a second embarkation point. Full itinerary details are available on MSC Cruises’ website.

Highlighted destinations include:

La Romana, Dominican Republic: A blend of relaxation and culture, La Romana boasts pristine beaches, local craft markets, fresh seafood, and access to attractions like the Cueva de las Maravillas.

Catalina Island, Dominican Republic: A tropical haven with crystal-clear waters, vibrant coral reefs, and white sandy beaches, ideal for snorkeling, diving, or lounging.

Fort-de-France, Martinique: This amazing capital city offers colorful architecture, bustling markets, and local shops, with opportunities to explore rum distilleries, rainforests, and idyllic beaches.

Virgin Gorda, British Virgin Islands: Known for its serene beauty, featuring the famous Baths, pristine beaches, and scenic trails like Gorda Peak National Park.

St. John’s, Antigua and Barbuda: The capital city dazzles with colorful houses, historic Fort James, and access to some of the Caribbean’s most beautiful beaches for relaxation and water activities.

MSC Opera’s itineraries also include 10 additional ports for exploration such as Oranjestad (Aruba), Bridgetown (Barbados), Kralendijk (Bonaire), Willemstad (Curaçao), Samaná Bay (Dominican Republic), Saint George (Grenada), Pointe-à-Pitre (Guadeloupe), Philipsburg (Netherlands Antilles), Basseterre (Saint Kitts and Nevis), and Road Town (British Virgin Islands).

For the Winter 2026/27 season, MSC Opera will be joined by MSC Seaview, which will offer seven-night sailings from Fort-de-France to destinations including Pointe-à-Pitre (Guadeloupe), Philipsburg (Sint Maarten), St. John’s (Antigua and Barbuda), Basseterre (Saint Kitts and Nevis), Roseau (Dominica), Bridgetown (Barbados), Kingstown (St. Vincent and the Grenadines), Saint George (Grenada), and Castries (Saint Lucia). This two-ship deployment enhances MSC Cruises’ offerings, providing guests with diverse options to explore the Southern Caribbean’s sun-soaked shores year-round.