MSC Seascape is slated to arrive in Galveston, Texas, in November 2025, debuting brand-new family entertainment options and state-of-the-art onboard activities.
The cruise ship, named “Best Cruise Ship by Families” by Forbes Vetted and “Best Family Ship” in the 2024 Travel Weekly Magellan Awards, sports over 7,500 square feet of dedicated kids’ space and cutting-edge amusement options.
Matteo Mancini, Family Entertainment Development Director, MSC Cruises, said in a statement, “Galveston has long been a popular departure point for families with children seeking unforgettable cruise experiences, and we know the arrival of MSC Seascape will offer top-of-the-line entertainment for cruisers of all ages.”
He added, “The ship is set to bring offerings to captivate today’s Gen Z and Gen Alpha travelers, from immersive digital entertainment to interactive game shows designed to inspire wonder, excitement, and lasting memories for the entire family.”
New Onboard Offerings
LEGO Parade: With LEGO characters for children of all ages.LEGO Game Show: Families come together for a team challenge in which parents and children compete as true Master Builders.Boxes Family Game Show: Fun-filled event where each mystery box contains a blind challenge.Doremix Family Disco: Dance competition for parents and children vying for the best dancers of the night.Guinness World Record Family Quiz: Families try to bet on the world’s most incredible records and attempt to top them.MasterChef At Sea Juniors: A new generation of chefs has the opportunity to compete in a kids’ cooking competition.Formula 1 Tournament on PS5: Fans experience the thrill of the F1 races.Quiz O’Clock: New format designed for trivia enthusiasts available in three different versions covering specials, family and teen challenges.
New Family Offerings
Break The Wall: High-tech game in front of a giant digital wall includes surprise tests performed on stage with the audience as judges.Vikings: An “edutaining” game teaching participants about the history of Vikings with a fun challenge at sea.Cabin 12006—The Experience: MSC’s original web series entertainment with seven different activities, a family game show and a casting session with performances.Cabin 12006 – The Secret Game: Immersive mystery-solving experience with music, videos, TikTok trials and memory games.Beat The Music: An Interactive and digital game show dedicated to music for all ages. Parents will be challenged to know the latest music hits their kids are listening to and kids will have to guess parental classics.Doremiland, The Documentary: Behind-the-scenes film for guests in cabins with children and teens sharing secrets behind the creation of MSC Cruises’ family offerings.MSC Dance Crew: Developed in partnership with Fremantle, the company behind TV talent shows Idols, The X Factor and Got Talent, lets teams of 10- to 17-year-olds battle to win the dance crew of the year title.TLS Teens Late Show: Teens are cast in a real “Late Show” live from the Teens Club, focusing on trends, music charts, guest stars, TV series, games and prizes.MSC Foundation Junior Ambassadors: Provides young guests with tools for understanding projects like marine conservation, making them the center of dedicated activities.
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