MSC Poesia. Photo: MSC Cruises International cruising company MSC Cruises has revealed one of its biggest upgrades in history. Namely, MSC Poesia will undergo a comprehensive transformation that includes new chef restaurants, a sports bar, a spa, and a revamped gym. Sales for the luxury suites have already started, in anticipation of the company's first cruising season to Alaska in the summer of 2026.
The exceptional strategic move will also see the MSC Yacht Club experience introduced aboard MSC Poesia for the first time.
MSC emphasizes that Yacht Club guests will enjoy 24/7 personalized concierge service, meticulously designed suites, access to a private restaurant, a sun deck, and an exclusive enclosed recreation area.
Ketchikan Alaska. Photo: CourtesySummer 2026 - Alaska: Seven-night cruises departing from Seattle, with stops in Ketchikan, Icy Strait Point, Tracy Arm, Juneau, and Victoria.
Winter 2026/27 - The Caribbean and Central America: Cruises from Miami to Jamaica, Colombia, Costa Rica, Aruba, Curacao, and Belize.
Cruise through the Panama Canal: A special Grand Voyage from Seattle to Miami.
Guests in the debut season will taste the new experiences aboard MSC Poesia and experience Alaska's wild beauty with dramatic landscapes and breathtaking glaciers. Each port is expected to offer passengers a variety of excursions ranging from culinary tours to adventures in the wild.