MSC POESIA RETURNS TO MIAMI FOR WINTER 2026/2027 SEASON WITH 10- AND 11-NIGHT CARIBBEAN SAILINGS

MSC Poesia Will Sail from MSC Cruises' State-of-the-Art Miami Cruise Terminal, Visiting Popular Caribbean Destinations

MIAMI - Nov. 19, 2026 - MSC Cruises is welcoming MSC Poesia back to PortMiami for the Winter 2026/2027 season, offering guests a variety of 10- and 11-night itineraries to destinations across the Caribbean and Central and South America. Sailing from the cruise line's state-of-the-art MSC Miami Cruise Terminal, MSC Poesia will join MSC World America, MSC Meraviglia and MSC Seaside as part of a record four ships homeporting in Miami this winter, marking a new milestone for MSC Cruises' operations in the region.

The ship's 11-night Southern and Western Caribbean itineraries feature regular visits to destinations including Ocho Rios and Montego Bay, Jamaica; Cartagena, Colombia; Colon, Panama; Puerto Limon, Costa Rica; Isla de Roatan, Honduras; and Belize City, Belize. Guests can also explore the Southern Caribbean on 10-night sailings, with visits to Oranjestad, Aruba; Kralendijk, Bonaire; Willemstad, Curaçao; and Cabo Rojo, Dominican Republic.

Additional 10-night itineraries feature visits to destinations including George Town, Cayman Islands; Cozumel, Mexico; Charlotte Amalie, U.S. Virgin Islands; Basseterre, St. Kitts and Nevis; Philipsburg, St. Maarten; St. John's, Antigua and Barbuda; San Juan, Puerto Rico; and Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic.

Lynn Torrent, President, MSC Cruises North America, said, "The Caribbean continues to be one of the most sought-after destinations for both North American and international travelers, and we're proud to offer our guests more variety and choice to explore the region. With MSC Poesia returning to Miami for the winter season, we're expanding our Caribbean offerings with a range of 10- and 11-night itineraries that allow guests to discover a broader mix of destinations. We remain committed to strengthening our relationships with the communities that welcome our ships and guests, supporting local economies and creating new opportunities for tourism growth."

Cruise travel to the Caribbean continues to grow. According to Cruise Lines International Association's (CLIA) 2026 State of the Cruise Industry report, the Caribbean, Bahamas and Bermuda welcomed 16.27 million cruise passengers in 2025, an 8.4% increase over 2024. The region accounted for 44% of cruise passengers worldwide, reinforcing its position as the world's most popular cruise destination. 

MSC Cruises continues to strengthen its presence in South Florida and the Caribbean, building on recent investments including its new MSC Miami Cruise Terminal and North American Cruise Division headquarters in downtown Miami. These investments underscore the cruise line's long-term commitment to the region as it expands its operations and connects more guests with Caribbean destinations.

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Headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland, the privately-owned MSC Cruises is the world's third largest cruise line and the market leader in Europe with a strong and growing presence in North America.

A global cruise brand with 23 modern ships offering cruises across five continents, guests can visit more than 100 countries worldwide with more than 300 destinations, making unforgettable memories and enjoying the finest hospitality.

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