MSC Floats Out Newest Ship
by Daniel McCarthy /Photo: Ivan Sarfatti
MSC Cruises gave the public another glimpse of its newest ship, MSC Seaside, during a float-out ceremony at the Fincantieri shipyard in Monfalcone, Italy, on Monday.
The second of 11 new ships currently ordered by MSC, Seaside will homeport in Miami and sail roundtrip Caribbean itineraries when it enters service. It has a maximum capacity of 5,179 guests and has been specifically designed for warm weather, with a high ratio of outdoor space, a 360-degree ocean-level promenade, a 98-foot bridge on the top deck and balconies on almost 75% of staterooms. For groups, its main lounge can accommodate nearly 1,000 guests.