PortMiami Readies For Spectacular Christening of MSC World America
Excitement and anticipation are building at PortMiami as the star-studded christening ceremony for MSC Cruises’ MSC World America is set for the evening of April 9, 2025.
The 216,638-gross ton ship that can accommodate a stunning 6,700 guests and 2,000-plus crew will be named by her godmother, American actor Drew Barrymore, before scores of VIP guests, cruise line and port officials, and plenty of onlookers.
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The ceremony will be held at the MSC Miami Cruise Terminal, the largest in the world at nearly 500,000 square feet and itself only a few days old.
The naming ceremony will feature live entertainment and several onboard activities designed to showcase the ship’s public spaces and amenities. Invitees will be treated to a gala dinner, capped off with a drone and fireworks display.
“It’s such an honour to be MSC World America’s Godmother, and I can’t wait to cut that ribbon tonight and wish the ship smooth seas and good fortune for years to come,” said Drew Barrymore.
“Millions of people will create their own memories aboard this beautiful ship as time goes by, and I know they’ll have a blast experiencing everything MSC World America has to offer,” added Barrymore.
Celebrating with Barrymore will be British actor Orlando Bloom, both of whom played leading roles in MSC Cruises’ “Let’s Holiday campaign” that introduced the massive ship to American audiences during a Super Bowl commercial earlier this year.
Ship Is First in MSC Cruises’ Fleet With Multiple Districts
MSC World America was built at the Chantiers de l’Atlantique shipyard in France and delivered to the line on March 27, 2025. Designed specifically for the American market she is the second ship in MSC Cruises’ new World-class, following MSC World Europa, which launched in 2021.
The 22-deck MSC World America is the first in the MSC Cruises’ fleet to have districts, in this case seven — Family Aventura; Aqua Deck; Zen Area; World Galleria; The Terraces; The Promenade; and the MSC Yacht Club.
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The 2,614-stateroom ship offers 40,000-plus square feet of public spaces, including 19 dining rooms and specialty restaurants, and 18 bars and lounges.
Specialty restaurants include Eataly, Butcher’s Cut Steakhouse, and Hola! Tacos & Cantina, Kaito Teppanyaki, and Kaito Sushi Bar, and Paxos. For casual fare, guests can choose from Promenade Bites, The Harbour Bar & Bites, La Boca Grill, and Luna Park Pizza & Burger.
The All-Stars Sports Bar is among the new lounges, and The Loft comedy club is a first for the MSC Cruises’ fleet.
Among the ship’s thrilling adventures is the Cliffhanger, an over-water swing ride in the outdoor family area called The Harbour.
MSC World America also has the cruise line’s largest MSC Yacht Club, an exclusive, luxury area offering guests a range of suite accommodations with butler service and private pool facilities and dining options.
The new flagship will sail 7- and 14-night Eastern and Western Caribbean voyages from PortMiami, starting on April 12, 2025 with a 14-night itinerary that calls at ports in both regions.
The ship’s maiden voyage from Miami will visit the Dominican Republic, Puerto Rico, Mexico, Honduras, and Ocean Cay Marine Reserve, MSC Cruises’ private destination in the Bahamas.
PortMiami Readies For Spectacular Christening of MSC World America