MSC World Europa was delivered in October 2022 and began public sailings in December 2022 after serving as a hotel ship in Doha during the FIFA World Cup. At 215,863 gross tons with 22 decks and room for up to 6,762 guests, she was MSC's largest ship at launch and the first in the World class.
She now spends much of her time in the Western Mediterranean, typically on week-long or longer round trips calling in Italy, France, Malta and Spain. For US travelers, that means flying to Europe and boarding at one of several embarkation ports on the loop.
Highlights
World Promenade
An open-air aft promenade lined with bars and restaurants and framed by balcony cabins.
Dry slide
A long dry slide that drops riders many decks down the ship.
MSC Yacht Club
A private suite complex with its own restaurant, lounge and pool.
LNG power and fuel cell
She runs on LNG and carried a solid oxide fuel cell demonstrator at delivery.
Best for
- Mediterranean first-timers who want lots of onboard variety
- Multigenerational families
- Travelers comfortable with a multilingual ship
Good to know before you book
- Announcements and activities run in several languages on European sailings.
- Embarkation ports vary along the loop, so your cruise may start mid-itinerary.
- The guest figure shown is maximum capacity; we could not verify a double-occupancy figure.
Where MSC World Europa sails
Deployments change by season and year. Recent and announced itineraries include:
Regions: Mediterranean
MSC World Europa questions
Where does MSC World Europa sail?
She typically sails Western Mediterranean round trips calling in Italy, France, Malta and Spain.
How big is MSC World Europa?
She measures 215,863 gross tons, has 22 decks, is about 1,094 feet long and can carry up to 6,762 guests.
Can I board MSC World Europa in different ports?
Yes. MSC's Mediterranean loops usually allow embarkation in more than one port, so pick the one with the easiest flights.
Sources and fact-checking (last checked October 14, 2026)
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