MSC Cruises today unveiled details of the company’s most innovative ship to date, MSC Seashore, which will begin sailing in the Mediterranean in early August. Building on the groundbreaking design of the Seaside class, which aims to bring passengers closer to the sea, MSC Seashore, the first Seaside EVO ship, has been expanded and enhanced with a variety of features, spaces, and passenger experiences. This class of ship, renowned for its glamorous design features, is meant to be lived and enjoyed outdoors, and MSC Seashore takes this to a whole new level.
Pierfrancesco Vago, Executive Chairman of MSC Cruises, commented: “With each new ship we build, MSC Cruises continues to push the boundaries. MSC Seashore is an evolution of the Seaside class, offering a more spacious and enriched experience. 65% of the public spaces have been redesigned to create something truly unique for our guests. The new aft design has allowed us to introduce a new lounge, Cabaret Rouge, spanning two decks with panoramic ocean views and offering new entertainment experiences. The specialty dining experience has been completely redesigned, with the Chef’s Court on Deck 8 making it an ideal destination for bars and restaurants. Each of the pools has been enhanced, including a stunning extended two-story pool with a retractable roof and an incredible infinity pool aft.”.
Pierfrancesco Vago continued: “We continue to innovate not only in terms of design and passenger experience, but also with the use of cutting-edge technology. MSC Seashore will be the world’s first cruise ship to feature a new air sanitation system developed by Fincantieri. “Safe Air” uses UV-C lamp technology that eliminates 99% of viruses and bacteria to ensure clean and safe air for passengers and crew. As part of our ongoing commitment to the environment and our journey toward full decarbonization, MSC Seashore will also be equipped with state-of-the-art environmental technology and energy efficiency improvements, the latest systems to reduce atmospheric emissions, as well as an advanced wastewater treatment system with purification standards that are higher than most land-based wastewater treatment facilities.”.
Some key features of MSC Cruises' new flagship ship are:
- 13,000 square meters of outdoor space with a wide variety of bars and restaurants, swimming pools and terrace areas for relaxing and sunbathing
- Six stunning swimming pools with larger adjacent areas, including a spectacular new infinity pool and two new Infinity Jacuzzis
- An extensive 540-meter-long seafront promenade close to the water, ideal for enjoying a drink and dinner outdoors or simply taking a stroll to enjoy the fresh sea air
- A larger and more luxurious MSC Yacht Club spanning 3,000 square meters across four decks with two luxurious owner's suites.
- 11 different types of cabins and suites with balconies, including the coveted aft suites, 50 terrace suites with extended balconies offering up to 15 square meters of private terrace and 32 different suites with private outdoor whirlpool tubs.
MSC Seashore offers a remarkable array of design features to connect passengers with the sea. At 339 meters, the company's new flagship will become the longest ship in the fleet and the largest ship ever built in Italy by Fincantieri, one of the world's largest shipbuilding groups and a leader in cruise ship design and construction. Key design features include the spectacular glass-floored Bridge of Sighs, uniquely positioned on Deck 16, 22 meters above the Infinity Pool on Deck 8; stunning panoramic elevators aft; and elegant glass-floored walkways on both sides of the ship, overlooking the waterfront.
The pool experience on MSC Seashore has been taken to a whole new level with upgrades and new features across all six pools. They offer everything from thrills and adventures for younger passengers to relaxation for those seeking rest on board.
- The stunning aft pool has been redesigned to create an infinity pool, now extending to the very end of the stern, with a glass wall offering uninterrupted ocean views. This pool is one of the largest infinity pools at sea, offering a variety of depths and sun loungers submerged in the water.
- MSC Seashore introduces two new infinity whirlpools, one on each side of the open-air promenade on deck 8, with 20 oceanfront seats so passengers can enjoy the best place to relax with the water jets while taking in stunning sea views.
- On Deck 18, the main pool, also known as the Long Island Pool, offers two different depths so passengers can choose to swim or simply stand and relax in the water. The newly designed area also includes a 360-degree water fountain island in the center, as well as a new space within the pool. To further enhance this part of the ship, the Long Island Pool is connected to the water park via Pirate Cove to create an expansive water zone. Kids' clubs are also located on Deck 18, making it the ideal deck for the whole family.
- The Jungle Pool features a larger retractable deck that can be closed to create an indoor pool area when needed. This popular area has been expanded and now includes an additional deck above and around the pool, providing new areas for passengers to sit and relax. It's also a convenient walk to the newly located buffet on Deck 16 for lunch, perfect for families who enjoy spending time poolside.
As part of the vision to allow passengers to enjoy the outdoors and bring them closer to the sea, the ship offers a wide variety of outdoor bar and cafe areas, with some areas being completely new.
- MSC Seashore unveils a new location for Chef's Court, home to the five specialty restaurants, which will relocate to Deck 8. This new positioning of the specialty restaurants allows for enhanced ocean views. MSC Cruises' signature steakhouse, Butcher's Cut, will offer al fresco dining on the iconic promenade for the first time.
- MSC Seashore's extensive buffet now includes a new aft outdoor dining area and bar, the Sky Bar, allowing passengers to enjoy their meal outdoors or relax and unwind in the evening on the top of the ship taking in the sea air.
- Passengers on the Aurea experience can enjoy the exclusive Top 19 Solarium with its elegant lounge and bar, both outdoors.
Located on the coveted bow decks, spanning four decks and offering panoramic sea views, the MSC Yacht Club on MSC Seashore will become the largest and most luxurious in the MSC Cruises fleet, boasting nearly 3,000 square meters of space. The entrance to the MSC Yacht Club is even more impressive and glamorous, featuring a 46-square-meter backlit onyx wall, three floors, and MSC Cruises' signature Swarovski crystal staircase, connecting four decks to make passengers feel like true VIPs upon arrival.
- Passengers will relax in the elegant Top Sail Lounge and can dine in the private gourmet restaurant with beautiful sea views and an outdoor area connected to the lounge, at the top of the bridge.
- An upgraded and expanded pool area and sun terrace offer 2,000 square meters of space, with a larger private pool and a new panoramic hot tub with eight seats and individual jets, plus another hot tub.
Luxury accommodations have also been expanded at MSC Yacht Club, which now boasts 131 glamorous suites across five categories, including Interior, Deluxe, and Royal Suites, as well as the newly introduced 41 Grand Deluxe Suites, offering extra space and a dressing room, and two brand-new Owner's Suites. The coveted Owner's Suites represent the pinnacle of sophistication and are the largest suites on the ship, offering 98 square meters of space, a spacious private balcony with a whirlpool tub and outdoor living area, a panoramic glass wall for breathtaking sea views, and separate dining and living areas.
After entering service in August 2021 and spending its inaugural season in the Mediterranean calling at the Italian ports of Genoa, Naples, and Messina, as well as Valletta in Malta, Barcelona, and Marseille, the stunning MSC Seashore will head to the United States, with its homeport in Miami. Beginning in November 2021, the MSC Seashore will sail 7-night itineraries in the Eastern and Western Caribbean and the Bahamas, including calls at Ocean Cay MSC Marine Reserve, MSC Cruises' newest private island in the Bahamas.
