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 1 year versus MSC Virtuosa (2021). MSC World Europa is the larger hull at 215,863 GT (~19% bigger). MSC Virtuosa sails with fewer guests at double occupancy (4,842 vs 5,400).
| Spec | MSC Virtuosa | MSC World Europa |
|---|---|---|
| Year built | 2021 | 2022 |
| Tonnage | 181,541 GT | 215,863 GT |
| Guests (double occupancy) | 4,842 | 5,400 |
| Guests (max) | 6,334 | 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.
None unique — everywhere this ship goes, the other does too.