MSC Counting Down Galveston Launch

MSC Galveston terminal rendering (MSC)

(Press Release) Geneva, Switzerland – May 8, 2025 – Texas is on the horizon for MSC Cruises, which marked the six-month countdown to launching its highly anticipated new homeport in Galveston. MSC Seascape will start sailing Galveston cruises on November 9. The ship will sail from a new state-of-the-art terminal at the Port of Galveston, with construction underway and set to be complete ahead of the first sailing.

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MSC Seascape will make her Galveston debut with a distinctive blend of Texas-inspired touches alongside MSC Cruises’ signature blend of European style and American comfort, creating a one-of-a-kind vacation experience designed for guests of all ages. Sailing 7-night Western Caribbean itineraries with Sunday departures, MSC Seascape will visit popular destinations including Costa Maya and Cozumel, Mexico; and Isla de Roatan, Honduras.

Lynn Torrent, President, MSC Cruises North America, said: “It seems like just yesterday we were announcing our intention to sail from Galveston, and now here we are six months out. We’ll be there before you know it! Our ‘Let’s Holiday’ campaign has vacationers and travel advisors across the country buzzing about our trademark mix of European style and American comfort, so it’s a great time to expand into a fantastic market like Galveston. MSC Seascape is the perfect ship for families, whether they’re riding Robotron and building LEGOs together, or just enjoying a beautiful day in the Caribbean on one of the countless open deck areas. Sailing from Galveston makes the experience even more accessible, and we can’t wait to reveal some Texas flourishes for MSC Seascape over the next six months.”

Rodger Rees, Galveston Wharves Port Director and CEO, said: “November will be a major milestone in the port’s 200-year history. We’ll open our fourth cruise terminal and welcome a new cruise partner. We’re honored that MSC Cruises chose Galveston as it expands its U.S. presence. Having MSC, the world’s third largest cruise line, homeporting in Galveston says a great deal about their confidence in the Port of Galveston and mid-America cruise market. This is also great news for our community, cruise guests and port partners. This beautiful new terminal will create jobs, spur economic growth for the region and offer an exciting new cruise choice for our market. MSC Cruises is a family-owned company that fits well into the family atmosphere in Galveston.”

MSC Cruises’ expansion into Galveston underscores its commitment to making world-class cruise vacations even more accessible to travelers across the United States, further strengthening the brand’s presence in North America. This launch follows the recent debut of MSC World America sailing from Miami and sets the stage for MSC Cruises’ first Alaska cruises in 2026.