MSC Seaside - 12/21/2026
The December 21, 2026 cruise on the MSC Seaside departs from Miami, Florida. On this 14 Night Caribbean & Bahamas (Miami Roundtrip) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 7 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The MSC Seaside sets sail on Monday, Dec 21st and returns on Monday, Jan 4th.
Cruise Pricing
The graph below tracks historic price of the MSC Seaside cruise ship departing December 21, 2026. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $2,048 ($147 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $2,002 ($144 per night), this represents a recent increase of 2%.
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Cruise Itinerary
Itinerary
MSC Seaside - December 21, 2026 - 14 Nights
| Day | Date | Port |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dec 20th | Miami, Florida |
| 2 | Dec 22nd | Ocean Cay Msc Marine Reserve, Bahamas |
| 3 | Dec 22nd | At Sea |
| 4 | Dec 23rd | At Sea |
| 5 | Dec 25th | San Juan, Puerto Rico |
| 6 | Dec 26th | Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic |
| 7 | Dec 26th | At Sea |
| 8 | Dec 28th | Miami, Florida |
| 9 | Dec 29th | Ocean Cay Msc Marine Reserve, Bahamas |
| 10 | Dec 29th | At Sea |
| 11 | Dec 31st | Falmouth, Jamaica |
| 12 | Jan 1st | George Town, Grand Cayman |
| 13 | Jan 2nd | Cozumel, Mexico |
| 14 | Jan 2nd | At Sea |
| 15 | Jan 4th | Miami, Florida |
The MSC Seaside sails on December 21, 2026 for a 14 Night Caribbean & Bahamas (Miami Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Miami, Florida at 4:00 PM and will return to the port of Miami, Florida on Jan 4th at 6:00 AM. During the 15-day journey, the MSC Seaside will visit 6 additional ports and will spend 5 days at sea.
Cruise Ship
MSC Seaside
MSC SEASIDE SIZE
The Seaside has a construction date of 2017 and a total size of 169,400 gross tons. The ship measures 1,060 feet (323 meters) in length. MSC Seaside is included in MSC’s Seaside Class. At full capacity, the MSC Seaside holds 6,744 passengers. That includes 5,331 cruise vacationers and 1,413 staff members. The Seaside total number of staterooms is 2,017.
MSC Seaside Size & Stats
- Gross Tonnage:169,400 GT
- Length:1,060 ft (323 m)
- Beam:135 ft (41 m)
- Draft:28 ft (9 m)
- Max Speed:25 mph (22 kn)
- Year Built:2017
- Years Served:2017 - Present
- Capacity:5,331
- Crew Members:1,413
- Total on Board:6,744
- Total Staterooms:2,017
- Flagged Country:Malta
- Ship Cost:820 Million
- Status:active
To see how this compares, click through to see MSC Seaside age and stats vs all MSC ships. There you’ll find graphs showing length, capacity, tonnage and more for this ship vs all in the fleet.
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Cruise Ports
Miami, Florida, offers docking at PortMiami. Travelers explore South Beach and Wynwood Walls. Excursions visit Everglades National Park. Local markets sell Cuban sandwiches. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures art deco and Atlantic vistas. Dining onboard includes stone crab, a Floridian favorite. Souvenirs, like seashell crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Seminole history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the subtropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Miami’s urban charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of vibrant nightlife and scenic wetlands, making Miami an engaging destination for exploring Florida’s southern coast. (126 words)
Ocean Cay MSC Marine Reserve, Bahamas, offers docking at a private port. Travelers explore Ocean Cay’s beaches and coral reefs. Excursions include snorkeling and kayaking. Local markets sell conch fritters. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for island tours. Photography captures turquoise waters and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes cracked conch, a Bahamian favorite. Souvenirs, like shell crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Lucayan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Ocean Cay’s island allure offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of pristine beaches and marine activities, making Ocean Cay an engaging destination. (126 words)
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
San Juan, Puerto Rico, offers docking at Old San Juan Port. Travelers explore El Morro Fortress and Old San Juan’s colorful streets. Excursions visit El Yunque Rainforest. Local markets sell mofongo. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial forts and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes arroz con gandules, a Puerto Rican favorite. Souvenirs, like salsa crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Taíno history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. San Juan’s cultural charm offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic forts and lush rainforests, making San Juan an engaging destination. (126 words)
Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic, provides docking at Puerto Plata Port. Travelers explore Amber Museum and Mount Isabel de Torres. Excursions include snorkeling at Sosúa Beach. Local markets sell mangu. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial forts and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes sancocho, a Dominican favorite. Souvenirs, like amber jewelry, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Taino history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance beach exploration. Puerto Plata’s vibrant charm offers a dynamic Dominican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic sites, scenic beaches, and Caribbean culture, making Puerto Plata an engaging destination for exploration.
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Miami, Florida, offers docking at PortMiami. Travelers explore South Beach and Wynwood Walls. Excursions visit Everglades National Park. Local markets sell Cuban sandwiches. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures art deco and Atlantic vistas. Dining onboard includes stone crab, a Floridian favorite. Souvenirs, like seashell crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Seminole history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the subtropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Miami’s urban charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of vibrant nightlife and scenic wetlands, making Miami an engaging destination for exploring Florida’s southern coast. (126 words)
Ocean Cay MSC Marine Reserve, Bahamas, offers docking at a private port. Travelers explore Ocean Cay’s beaches and coral reefs. Excursions include snorkeling and kayaking. Local markets sell conch fritters. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for island tours. Photography captures turquoise waters and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes cracked conch, a Bahamian favorite. Souvenirs, like shell crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Lucayan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Ocean Cay’s island allure offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of pristine beaches and marine activities, making Ocean Cay an engaging destination. (126 words)
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Falmouth, Jamaica, offers docking at Falmouth Port. Travelers explore Good Hope Estate and Martha Brae River. Excursions include rafting and Dunn’s River Falls climbs. Local markets sell jerk pork. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial architecture and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes curry goat, a Jamaican favorite. Souvenirs, like wood carvings, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Taino history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance river activities. Falmouth’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Jamaican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic estates and adventurous excursions, making Falmouth an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)
George Town, Grand Cayman, offers docking at George Town Port. Travelers explore Seven Mile Beach and Stingray City. Excursions include snorkeling at Coral Gardens. Local markets sell jerk chicken. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures turquoise waters and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes conch chowder, a Caymanian favorite. Souvenirs, like turtle crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Taino history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. George Town’s coastal allure offers a vibrant Cayman stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of pristine beaches and marine adventures, making George Town an engaging destination. (126 words)
Cozumel, Mexico, offers docking at Cozumel Port. Travelers explore Chankanaab Park and San Gervasio ruins. Excursions include snorkeling at Palancar Reef. Local markets sell tacos. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures coral reefs and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes ceviche, a Mexican favorite. Souvenirs, like Mayan crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Mayan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Cozumel’s coastal allure offers a vibrant Mexican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of ancient ruins and marine adventures, making Cozumel an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Miami, Florida, offers docking at PortMiami. Travelers explore South Beach and Wynwood Walls. Excursions visit Everglades National Park. Local markets sell Cuban sandwiches. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures art deco and Atlantic vistas. Dining onboard includes stone crab, a Floridian favorite. Souvenirs, like seashell crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Seminole history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the subtropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Miami’s urban charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of vibrant nightlife and scenic wetlands, making Miami an engaging destination for exploring Florida’s southern coast. (126 words)