MSC Seascape
Seaside EVO Class · Caribbean & Bahamas
The second Seaside EVO-class ship, MSC Seascape entered service in 2022. Its design emphasizes a seaside promenade on the lower decks and extensive outdoor deck space, making it well suited to warm Caribbean cruising. A stern water park and ropes course, along with a glass-floored walkway extending over the sea, provide plenty of outdoor activities. In winter 2026/27, it is scheduled to homeport at Galveston, Texas, for 7-night Western Caribbean cruises.
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For travelers from Japan
A guide to public baths, Japanese food and language support, payment in yen, smoking, dress codes and power outlets, based on available official and other sources. Details may vary by itinerary and season. Check the official website for current information.
Similar facilities, such as a thermal suite
Japanese-speaking staff and menus
English text in preparation.
Official: confirmed by the cruise line or another official source / Secondary source: confirmed by other sources / Estimated: inferred by Cruise Atlas / Not stated: no information found in official sources
At a glance
What is included and what costs extra
- Meals (main restaurants)Included
- AlcoholExtra charge
- GratuitiesExtra charge
- Wi‑FiExtra charge
- Specialty diningExtra charge
- Shore excursionsExtra charge
The basic fare includes only main dining and buffet meals. The MSC Yacht Club fare is a higher-tier plan in which a butler, drinks, dedicated dining, access to dedicated areas, and more are included in the accommodation price.
- Extra chargeDrinks (one beer)Bottled/draft beer $7.50–9
- Extra chargeSoft drinks and waterA can of soda is about $3.50
- Extra chargeDrink packagePremium Extra, including almost all drinks: about $85-105/day; alcohol-free: $25-35/day; Minors for guests aged 20 or younger: $20-25/day. All include the service charge.
- Extra chargeWi‑FiAbout $126-$220 for 7 days purchased at once (varies by plan and timing).
- Extra chargeGratuities (automatic service charge)$17/day for standard cabins (after the May 2026 revision; Caribbean/Alaska departures); Yacht Club: $20/day
- Extra chargeSpa (60 minutes)About $150 to $250 (an estimate based on actual prices for 50- to 90-minute treatments; the confirmed amount for a 60-minute session alone has not been verified)
- Extra chargeLaundryNo self-service laundry. Only paid valet service with per-item charges is available.
- Shore excursionsExtra; varies by port
Prices are shown in the onboard currency; no currency conversion is applied.
Boarding, atmosphere, and links
- Japan departures: No
- Home ports: Galveston (Texas, current base from November 2025 onward), Miami (former base from entering service in 2022 through autumn 2025)
- Departure ports: Galveston, Costa Maya (Mexico), Cozumel (Mexico), Roatan (Honduras), Nassau (Bahamas, former Miami departure era), Ocean Cay (MSC private island, former Miami departure era)
- All ages
- The second Seaside EVO-class ship, themed around being close to the sea. Family activities include the Waterfront Promenade with a glass-floor catwalk, a zip line, and a water park, while the MSC Yacht Club provides a luxury ship-within-a-ship area. This creates a distinctive two-tier mix of casual and upscale experiences. After launching from Miami for Caribbean & Bahamas cruises in 2022, it has operated since November 2025 exclusively on Western Caribbean cruises from Galveston, Texas.
- Since shifting to departures from Galveston, the ship mainly attracts families and couples from the southern United States and Texas. There are no Japanese-speaking staff or Japanese cuisine.
It runs on conventional fuel rather than LNG, but has a hybrid exhaust gas cleaning system (scrubber) that removes 98% of sulfur oxides, and selective catalytic reduction (SCR) units on its 4 Wartsila 14V46F main engines that cut nitrogen oxides by up to 90%. It also has advanced wastewater treatment, ballast water treatment, LED lighting, heat recovery and smart HVAC, and has obtained the RINA-certified environmental standard "Green Plus."
Ship character
- • 7-night Western Caribbean cruises
- • Families prioritizing pools and slides
- • Travelers choosing dates from Texas
- • Cold-weather itineraries
- • Travelers seeking a quiet ship
Cruise stories and videos on external sites
5 linksThese are articles and videos by other publishers, not Cruise Atlas. Their content is their own and has not been reviewed by us. Links open in a new tab.
- Personal blogEnglishMSC Seascape Cruise Review: What Worked, What Didn’t, and Who This Ship Is Really For
savvycruiselife.com · Link checked Oct 4, 2026
- Personal blogEnglishMSC Seascape Cruise / Blog | Adventure Uncharted
adventureuncharted.net · Link checked Oct 5, 2026
- YouTubeEnglishCRUISE VLOG (7 NIGHTS ON THE MSC SEASCAPE)
youtube.com · Link checked Oct 4, 2026
- ArticleEnglishPR / hosted trip disclosedEmbarkation and Day 1 Galveston, TX - CruiseReport
cruisereport.com · Link checked Oct 4, 2026
- Personal blogEnglishAffiliate links disclosedMSC Seascape Full Cruise Ship Review from a First Timer - Em Goes Abroad
emgoesabroad.com · Sailed Jul 4, 2025 · Link checked Oct 5, 2026
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Source: Wikipedia “MSC Seascape” (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Cabins by category
| Cabins | Size | Occupancy and beds | Features | Links |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Interior Cabin (IL1/IR1-IR2/IW) The most affordable windowless grade, with 519 cabins and one of the standard categories. It shares its design with sister ships (Seaside EVO class). 519 cabins | 14–19 m² (151–205 ft²) | Maximum 4 people Twin beds (convertible to king size); upper/Pullman-style beds accommodate the 3rd and 4th guests | Check the official page | |
Oceanview Cabin (OR1/OW) Cabins with large fixed windows but no balcony. With 100 cabins, among the smallest categories overall. 100 cabins | 15–18 m² (161–194 ft²) | Maximum 4 people Twin beds (convertible to king size). | Window | Check the official page |
Balcony Cabin (BR1-BR4/BA/BW) The main category, with 1,425 rooms, the most of any category, and private balconies of about 4-9 m². Some rooms can be connected in sets of 2-3 for families as a "Super Family" configuration. 1,425 cabins | 14–19 m² (151–205 ft²) | Maximum 4 people Twin beds (convertible to king size); Pullman bed accommodates additional guests | BalconyConnecting | Check the official page |
Balcony Suite (S2/S3) Standard suites outside the Yacht Club. Some types have relatively spacious balconies measuring 8-38 m². There are 55 rooms. 55 cabins | 17–28 m² (183–301 ft²) | Maximum 4 people Twin beds (convertible to king size) + sofa bed. | Balcony | Check the official page |
MSC Yacht Club Deluxe Suite (YC2) The main category of the MSC Yacht Club, a "ship-within-a-ship" VIP area with 131 cabins in 5 categories. The Yacht Club also includes Interior Suites (19 cabins, no balcony), Deluxe Grand Suites, Royal Suites, and Owner's Suites. 106 cabins | 25 m² (269 ft²) | Maximum 4 people King bed (convertible from twins) | BalconyConcierge | Check the official page |
MSC Yacht Club Owner's Suite The top-category suite, reportedly with only 2 on the ship. In addition to a living space of about 98 m², it has a large balcony with a hot tub (the Royal Suite is about 62 m² plus a 33 m² balcony, with a hot tub). The exact number of suites differs between sources and is unconfirmed. | 98 m² (1,055 ft²) | Maximum 4 people King bed; separate living area | BalconyConcierge | Check the official page |
Approximate figures from official and reliable sources. Cabins vary by ship, category, and sailing.Links generally lead to official pages; some have not been verified.
Families, adults-only areas, and practical information
- • MSC Kids Club — MSC Kids and Teens Club with programs divided by age group: 3 to 6, 7 to 11, and 12 to 17.
- • Casino — 186 slot machines and 14 gaming tables for roulette, blackjack, poker, and other games. Located on Deck 7 along the walkway connecting the atrium and the Chora Theatre.
- Onboard currency
- EUR / USD
- Gratuities
- A daily hotel service charge is added automatically to your onboard account. The amount generally cannot be changed, but if you are dissatisfied with the service you can speak to Guest Relations. Prepayment is also available.
- Payment
- Cashless onboard
- Voltage
- Supplies both 110V and 220V.
- Formal nights
- On a 7-night cruise there are about 2 gala nights (elegant nights), usually scheduled on sea days.
- Medical facilities
- Every ship has a medical center with resident doctors, and emergency care is also available outside opening hours. Consultations and treatment are charged.
- Bringing items onboard
- Bringing both alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks on board is not allowed in principle. Alcohol purchased at ports of call is held at boarding and returned on disembarkation, which is strict even compared with other lines.
- Mobile and connectivity
- Mobile phone calls, SMS and data can also be used at sea, but maritime roaming charges tend to be expensive, and using a Wi-Fi package is recommended.
- Japanese support
- Staff NoMenus PartialAnnouncements No
Dining
Four main dining rooms are spread across Decks 5–7. Green Wave (Deck 5), Cala Jondal, Aegean (both Deck 6), and Skyline (Deck 7) each have interiors with a different theme.
Hours: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner (assignment varies by cabin)
A large Deck 16 buffet with 1,169 seats, making it the largest dining facility onboard. Pizza is also served as a late-night snack.
Hours: Breakfast, lunch, dinner, and late night (light meals such as pizza available)
A steakhouse that moved to a $55 flat-fee system in 2025. Wagyu tartare and additional meat cuts incur extra charges.
- Flat-price course (includes several steak cuts; fixed price from 2025 onward)$55
- Extra-charge items such as wagyu tartareOutside course; additional charge
The meal begins with sushi, sashimi, miso soup, teppanyaki salad, and fried rice, continues with grilled seafood and meat, and ends with desserts such as matcha ice cream. The vegetarian menu is $29.
- Katana menu (sea bass, chicken)$34
- Senchou menu (salmon, shrimp, and sirloin)$44
- Shogun menu (filet mignon, scallops, lobster)$64
À la carte pricing is standard, with a $40 set package also available. A $33 all-you-can-eat plan is offered on some sea days.
- A la carte nigiri and rollsCharged individually per piece/roll
- Sushi package (appetizer + main + dessert + 4 plates of conveyor-belt sushi)$40
A Mexican venue with a dedicated drink menu featuring margaritas, mezcal, tequila, and more. Tacos are available both à la carte per piece and all-you-can-eat for $24.99.
- Street tacos (carnitas, al pastor, barbecue, and more)From $2.39 (1 piece)
- All-you-can-eat plan$24.99
A specialty restaurant named after MSC's private island, Ocean Cay. A prix fixe meal of appetizer, main course, and dessert costs $60.
- Prix fixe (one item each from appetizer, main, and dessert)$60
A specialty shop for gelato, chocolate, crepes, and coffee from Italian chocolatier Venchi. It is excluded from drink and dining packages and is charged individually (specific prices unconfirmed).
Facilities and activities
A 540 m outdoor promenade. Glass-floor catwalks on both sides let guests look down on the sea surface from close up.
A 130 m racing zip line crossing above the side of the ship, with two lines running in parallel.
Two spiral AquaTube slides, plus a 112 m water slide with light and sound effects.
Courts for volleyball, basketball, soccer, and tennis.
Interior finished with natural stone, fine woods, and mosaics, with a dedicated barber shop. The thermal suite (salt room, snow room, Finnish sauna, and more) costs extra.
186 slot machines and 14 gaming tables for roulette, blackjack, poker, and other games. Located on Deck 7 along the walkway connecting the atrium and the Chora Theatre.
Main theater with 1,100 seats. Broadway-style shows are performed.
MSC Kids and Teens Club with programs divided by age group: 3 to 6, 7 to 11, and 12 to 17.
Six pools on board, including a pool with a retractable glass roof (Magrodome) and an infinity pool.
Paid entertainment includes an F1 racing simulator, 4D cinema, bowling, and arcade games.
A ship-within-a-ship VIP area spread across 4 decks at the forward part of the ship, with a dedicated pool, sundeck, lounge, and restaurant for Yacht Club guests.
Fitness gym equipped with Technogym machines.