• MSC World Asia will offer the biggest choice of MSC Yacht Club suites to date, with seven different categories to choose from, including the brand-new Royal Duplex Suite
• Guests sailing in MSC Cruises’ luxury “ship-within-a-ship” concept, the MSC Yacht Club, enjoy 24-hour butler service, premium drinks, private lounge and restaurant
• MSC World Asia to sail seven-night Mediterranean itineraries starting 4 December 2026

MSC Cruises’ newest flagship, MSC World Asia, will offer the biggest choice of MSC Yacht Club suites on any ship in the Line’s fleet when she begins sailing in the Mediterranean starting 4 December 2026.

Debuting for the first time is the Royal Duplex Suite, a 53 sqm, two-deck suite with two separate bedrooms and 11 sqm private balcony with private whirlpool bath. Able to accommodate up to six guests, this new suite is perfect for families or groups, with an expansive living room for the ultimate entertaining space.

MSC World Asia’s MSC Yacht Club spans over 9,900 sqm with its bi-level private sundeck featuring luxurious outdoor furniture by Unopiù, along with a pool and grill for al fresco dining on the prestigious foredecks of the ship. 144 beautifully appointed suites across seven different categories mean there’s a suite to suit every kind of holidaymaker.

The MSC Yacht Club is MSC Cruises’ luxury, all-inclusive “ship-within-a-ship” concept, offering a variety of exclusive benefits and facilities including dedicated lounge and restaurant, and 24-hour butler and concierge services. MSC Yacht Club guests also benefit from a premium drink package, unlimited Wi-Fi, priority embarkation and disembarkation, plus access to the Aurea Spa thermal area and exclusive shore excursions.

Cristian Comirla, Senior Director, Yacht Club & Hotel Services said, “MSC World Asia will provide an unparalleled cruise experience when she sets sail in the Mediterranean next year. Guests can expect to find all of the facilities and services that they have come to know and love about the MSC Yacht Club, and with the exciting addition of the new Royal Duplex Suite, there’s also something new to discover. This new suite is perfect for larger groups and families to enjoy the benefits of MSC Yacht Club while still having access to the excitement of the ship’s entertainment, dining venues and other amenities.”

As the third ship in the line’s trailblazing World Class series – which celebrates the beauty of world’s continents and oceans, reflecting the global nature of MSC Cruises, MSC World Asia will feature subtle design elements that reflect Asia’s rich culture, art, and beautiful landscapes. Like her sister ships, she will also feature seven onboard districts, each with its own atmosphere, facilities and experiences, designed to help guests navigate the ship and choose their own holiday experience.

NEW! The brand-new Royal Duplex Suite:

• 53 sqm luxurious suite across two decks, connected by an elegant spiral staircase
• The upper-level master bedroom offers unique sea views with a queen-size bed which can be converted into two single beds and a generous dressing area with a vanity table and chairs – and 100% cotton bed linens. The main level offers a separate bedroom with two single bunk beds and a wardrobe for storage.
• The suite offers plenty of options for relaxing and entertaining including an expansive living area featuring a large sofa bed that converts into a double bed, an 11 sqm private balcony featuring a whirlpool bath and outdoor seating, four interactive TVs and a Minibar & Nespresso machine.
• Two marble bathrooms, one with a spacious shower and one with a luxurious bathtub, both complete with premium “Med” organic amenities, premium towels, plush slippers and cotton bathrobes

Guests can also expect returning favorite MSC Yacht Club accommodation types including:

• Multi-room Owner Suites – ultra-luxurious suites spanning more than 150sqm with a large private terrace with a whirlpool bath and al fresco dining area
• Royal Suite with Whirlpool Bath – spacious suites from 51-58 sqm, offering a large private balcony with a whirlpool bath and outdoor dining area as well as a walk-in wardrobe
• Duplex Suite with Whirlpool bath – spanning two decks at 46 sqm. The lower deck offers a dining area, lounge with a double sofa bed. The second floor offers a main bedroom and its own bathroom and spacious wardrobe, plus a private sundeck with a whirlpool bath and dining area.
• Duplex Suite – bi-level suites at 46spm, offering an open living and dining room with double sofa bed and a private balcony on the ground floor and a master bedroom, bathroom and generous wardrobe upstairs.
• Deluxe Suite – spanning 25 sqm, offering a private balcony, comfortable double bed which can be converted into two single beds, a spacious wardrobe and seating area.
• Interior Suite – comfortable suite panning 15 sqm, offering a double bed which can be converted into two single beds, a wardrobe and bathroom with a shower.

MSC World Asia will invite guests to experience the art of cruising, offering seven-night itineraries to breathtaking destinations including Barcelona (Spain), Marseille (France), Genoa, Civitavecchia for Rome, Messina (Italy) and Valletta (Malta) with accessible embarkation in every port during Winter 2026/27, and will offer seven-night itineraries to Barcelona, Marseille, Genoa, Naples (Italy), Messina and Valletta in Summer 2027.