Following the conclusion of the European summer season, the MSC World Europa will reposition in November from Barcelona to the Caribbean. MSC Cruises is currently offering balcony cabins on this 18-night voyage from just €1,227 per person (based on double occupancy). For solo travelers, a balcony stateroom currently costs €2,136.
Setting sail on November 18, 2026, the voyage leads from Barcelona to Guadeloupe. En route across the Atlantic, the ship calls at Fuerteventura and Tenerife in the Canary Islands. You will also visit six Caribbean islands before disembarking in Guadeloupe.
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Please note that entry-level rates book into a “guarantee cabin” (Bella experience). This means you could be assigned an interior-facing balcony cabin overlooking the ship’s outdoor World Promenade rather than an ocean-facing balcony. An ocean view is therefore not guaranteed, although receiving an exterior sea-view balcony cabin remains entirely possible depending on availability.
Looking to save even more on your booking? With our exclusive MSC coupon code, you can secure 5% cashback on the cruise fare (excluding hotel service charges). We have compiled a detailed walkthrough of how it works and how to redeem it here:
The Route
The cruise departs from Barcelona and begins with two relaxing days at sea heading toward the Canary Islands. Scheduled stops include Fuerteventura and Tenerife before the ship embarks on its Atlantic crossing. With six consecutive sea days, you will have ample time to enjoy the extensive amenities aboard this flagship vessel.
In the Caribbean, the itinerary calls at several picturesque islands. The Caribbean leg begins in Philipsburg (Sint Maarten), followed by Basseterre (St. Kitts and Nevis) and Kingstown (St. Vincent). The ship then docks in Bridgetown (Barbados) and St. George’s (Grenada), connecting multiple island nations of the Lesser Antilles.
Following a final sea day, the cruise concludes with visits to Fort-de-France (Martinique) and Pointe-à-Pitre (Guadeloupe), bringing this scenic transatlantic voyage to a close.
| Day | Date | Destination | Arrival | Departure |
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| 1 | Barcelona, Spain | 19:00 | ||
| 2 | At sea  |
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| 3 | At sea |
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| 4 | Puerto del Rosario, Fuerteventura, Canary Islands | 09:00 | 19:00 | |
| 5 | Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Tenerife, Canary Islands | 08:00 | 18:00 | |
| 6 | At sea |
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| 7 | At sea |
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| 8 | At sea |
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| 9 | At sea |
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| 10 | At sea |
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| 11 | At sea |
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| 12 | Philipsburg, Sint Maarten | 09:00 | 19:00 | |
| 13 | Basseterre, St. Kitts, St. Kitts and Nevis | 07:00 | 18:00 | |
| 14 | Kingstown, St. Vincent, St. Vincent & the Grenadines | 09:00 | 19:00 | |
| 15 | Bridgetown, Barbados | 07:00 | 19:00 | |
| 16 | St. George’s, Grenada | 08:00 | 18:00 | |
| 17 | At sea |
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| 18 | Fort-de-France, Martinique | 07:00 | 23:00 | |
| 19 | Pointe-à-Pitre, Guadeloupe | 09:00 |
The Ship
The MSC World Europa is MSC’s flagship and features many attractions on board. The ship is very versatile and can also be deployed in colder regions. However, it specializes in warmer regions like the Mediterranean, the Arabian Peninsula, and the Caribbean. Instead of a single pool deck, the ship features a tiered design with pools and whirlpools on different levels, designed to comfortably accommodate up to 6,774 passengers.
One of the highlights is the split design of the cabin towers. This architecture creates significantly more exterior surface area for balcony cabins. You’ll need to choose whether you want a cabin facing inwards towards the promenade or outwards to the sea. Both have their advantages, depending on whether you prefer to relax or watch the lively activity. This design also creates new spatial concepts for a wide promenade and numerous speciality restaurants (available for an extra charge).
MSC has also packed the ship with attractions. The water park, with its numerous slides and play areas, is complemented by “The Venom Drop @ The Spiral,” a dry slide that descends 11 decks to the promenade. There are also bumper cars, show lounges, aesthetically designed upper decks, and a huge panoramic lounge at the stern of the ship.
The onboard language is English, but the staff speaks several European languages, and the currency used is the Euro.
A brief insight into the cabins and the ship:
Flights
For your return from Guadeloupe back to Europe, Corsair provides the most affordable option with nonstop flights from Pointe-à-Pitre to Paris (Orly) starting from €444 (plus approximately €90 for checked baggage).