New MSC Ships - Cruise Critic

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Updated January 26, 2018

Trying to decide which new MSC ship is right for you? Look no further than our helpful list below.

1. MSC Seaview

Year launched: 2018

Class: Seaside Class

Decks: 12

Passengers: 5,179

2. MSC Seaside

Year launched: 2017

Class: Seaside Class

Decks: 12

Passengers: 5,179

3. MSC Meraviglia

Year launched: 2017

Class: Meraviglia Class

Decks: 14

Passengers: 4,500

4. MSC Preziosa

Year launched: 2013

Class: Fantasia Class

Decks: 14

Passengers: 3,502

5. MSC Divina

Year launched: 2012

Class: Fantasia Class

Decks: 14

Passengers: 4,345

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1. MSC Seaview

2. MSC Seaside

3. MSC Meraviglia

4. MSC Preziosa

5. MSC Divina

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