Two MSC Cruises ships, head to head — specs, amenities, and what each one is genuinely better at.
MSC World Europa (2022) is the newer ship by 3 years versus MSC Bellissima (2019). MSC World Europa is the larger hull at 215,863 GT (~26% bigger). MSC Bellissima sails with fewer guests at double occupancy (4,488 vs 5,400).
| Spec | MSC Bellissima | MSC World Europa |
|---|---|---|
| Year built | 2019 | 2022 |
| Tonnage | 171,598 GT | 215,863 GT |
| Guests (double occupancy) | 4,488 | 5,400 |
| Guests (max) | 5,686 | 6,762 |
Trophy marks the ship that wins each row. Smaller capacity = more space per guest.
Distinct ports each ship visits in the next 12 months.
No ports in common in the next 12 months.
None unique — everywhere this ship goes, the other does too.
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