
MSC Cruises has announced its 2026 and 2027 Alaska season featuring the debut of MSC Poesia in the region, with sales now open for summer 2027. Starting April 26, 2027, the 7-night itineraries from Seattle will explore Alaska’s scenic ports, including Ketchikan, Icy Strait Point, Tracy Arm, Juneau, and Victoria, British Columbia.
Ahead of the season, MSC Poesia will reposition from Miami to Seattle over an 18-night Panama Canal crossing departing April 8, 2027—an exclusive adventure for travelers.
The ship will undergo one of MSC Cruises’ largest upgrades, adding the MSC Yacht Club, two specialty restaurants (Butcher’s Cut and Kaito Sushi Bar), All-Stars Sports Bar, refreshed MSC Aurea Spa, and enhanced wellness amenities, elevating the guest experience.
Highlights include exploring Alaska’s wildlife at Icy Strait Point, glacial views at Tracy Arm, cultural experiences in Juneau and Victoria, and fishing, wildlife viewing, and indigenous culture experiences.
With a blend of European elegance and American comfort, MSC Poesia promises an unforgettable Alaska adventure with meticulous excursions and new luxury amenities—perfect for explorers and nature lovers alike.
The final remaining cabins and MSC Yacht Club suites for MSC Cruises’ summer 2026 Alaska season, as well as the newly available summer 2027 options, are available to book here.