Top 5 Things People Absolutely Love About the MSC World Europa

1. The Ship is an Absolute Stunner ✨

Say what you want about MSC, but they sure know how to build a good-looking ship. The World Europa is sleek, modern, and has that "ooh shiny!" effect that makes you stop mid-cocktail sip to admire it. One guest raved, "The ship is absolutely gorgeous, incredibly clean, modern, shiny, and elegant." (That’s four adjectives in one sentence—pure love.)

The World Promenade is another jaw-dropper, though opinions vary on its usefulness. One passenger noted, "It’s cool but unless it’s warm, it’s kind of a waste." Fair point, but let’s be honest—we’re mostly here to take selfies in front of it anyway.

2. Fast and Smooth Embarkation & Disembarkation 🚀

If there’s one thing that gets cruisers grinning like they just won the onboard bingo jackpot, it’s a stress-free boarding process. Unlike some cruises where embarkation feels like herding a thousand sleepy cats through airport security, MSC World Europa gets you on board in record time.

One seasoned cruiser declared, "Without a doubt, the best/fastest I have been on." Another added, "Total time from arriving at port and boarding - 20 minutes!" That’s less time than it takes to find your suitcase at baggage claim.

3. The Bars (and Their Magical Staff) 🍸

MSC might have its ups and downs, but when it comes to drinks, they deliver. The ship is packed with bars, each offering something unique—whether you’re into gin, whiskey, or just whatever has the most alcohol in it.

Guests LOVED Masters of the Sea ("Great staff and makes some decent quality beer on the ship"), praised the Elixir Bar’s fancy cocktails, and appreciated the TV Bar ("There is usually nobody there unless there is an event." — perfect for introverts escaping small talk). And if you're a coffee lover, rejoice: "Enjoy unlimited coffee free of charge (and it is GREAT coffee!)." MSC World Europa: Come for the sea views, stay for the caffeine and cocktails.

4. The Staff Go Above and Beyond 🙌

The crew on board the World Europa received glowing reviews, with many guests highlighting their warmth, professionalism, and borderline magical abilities to find lost items before you even realize they're missing.

One traveler shared, "Lost my driving license at one point and a staff member had returned it before I even got to the front of the queue to report it missing." That’s some next-level cruise ship wizardry. Another happy guest gushed, "The customer service was impeccable, always willing to help and with a smile on their face." If only regular life had this level of hospitality.

5. The Ports & Excursions (With a Few Surprises!) 🏝️

Let’s be real—half the fun of cruising is the destinations, and MSC World Europa hits some of the best spots. Rome, Malta, Barcelona, Marseille—each with its own flavor, history, and, apparently, a varying level of chaos.

Malta, in particular, was a crowd favorite: "Loved Malta, people clearly take great pride in the place, clean and tidy with so much history." Meanwhile, Barcelona received mixed reviews, with one passenger noting, "The main sights were great, but the place has so much graffiti and it is looking very run down away from the main sights." (Barcelona, please get your act together—you’re on a world-class itinerary now!)

Marseille, on the other hand, was a pleasant surprise for many: "Did a tour on our own. I had low expectations but the parts we saw were great. Old town port, castle, tourist road train to the church on the hill." It’s proof that sometimes, the ports you least expect can end up being the most enjoyable.

Final Thoughts: Worth the Hype?

Like any cruise, MSC World Europa isn't perfect (the buffet might just test your patience, and kids running wild in public areas may make you question humanity), but the things it does well, it does REALLY well.

So if you’re looking for a dazzling ship, a well-organized boarding process, top-notch drinks, heartwarming service, and dreamy destinations, this might just be your perfect cruise match. Just, you know, bring some extra patience for the buffet line. 😉