MSC Cruises is set to elevate the family vacation experience with a range of exciting entertainment options for the summer of 2025. This revised entertainment program, launching in June 2025, features a blend of interactive experiences, dynamic game shows, lively parades, and unforgettable parties, designed to appeal to all family members, from the youngest to the oldest.

Families embarking on MSC Cruises this summer will discover a range of new activities designed to captivate and engage guests of all ages. From creative challenges for children to fun events for teens and their parents, the redesigned program promises fun, excitement, and unforgettable memories for every family member. MSC Cruises understands that entertaining the whole family is essential for creating memorable vacations. That's why the company is enhancing its award-winning family offerings with technology-integrated games, more engaging sports, and innovative teen entertainment.

Highlights of the Summer 2025 Entertainment Program:

LEGO® Family Game Show: Starting in June 2025, MSC Cruises will launch the LEGO® Family Game Show across its fleet. Building on its success aboard the MSC World America, this interactive game allows parents and children to collaborate in a timed LEGO® brick challenge. The competition will be judged by the iconic LEGO® Sailor Walkabout mascot, for a truly immersive and family-friendly experience.

LEGO® Family Parade: The vibrant LEGO® Family Parade will feature seven official LEGO® mascots, traversing the ship and inviting passengers to join the fun. This lively parade will be offered on select ships, including the MSC World America and MSC Seashore, adding energy and color to your cruise.

MSC Originals: For music and dance enthusiasts, MSC Cruises presents DOREMIX Family Disco. Launching in June 2025, this family dance party, hosted by the popular Doremi mascot, will feature an exclusive MSC Cruises soundtrack, available on all digital platforms, and a friendly dance competition for all ages. This event is designed to bring energy and excitement to every cruise.

Game Show Thrills: The summer season also sees the launch of two thrilling MSC Originals – BOÎTES and MSC BOOM. In BOÎTES, contestants will open mystery boxes filled with challenges, creating a sense of suspense and surprise. MSC BOOM combines cutting-edge technology and entertainment, offering guests a chance to compete for fantastic prizes in an interactive format.

Guinness World Records® Fun: MSC Cruises is expanding its Guinness World Records® events for adults and children, allowing passengers to attempt to break official records during their voyages. These exciting activities promise unforgettable moments on board. The company will also host tech competitions like the PS5 F1® Sim Racing tournament, where players can test their skills in thrilling virtual races.

New Experiences for Teens and Parents: MSC Cruises also offers enhanced entertainment for teens and adults, ensuring that every family member has something to look forward to:

Teen Club Updates: Teens will benefit from a wider choice of activities, including exclusive versions of the Silent Disco, Golden Party, and Quiz O'clock. These exciting new offerings will make the Teen Club the perfect hangout spot for young passengers seeking entertainment and friendship on board.

Golden Party for Parents: To meet the growing demand from its passengers, MSC Cruises is launching the Golden Party, a new event exclusively for parents. This exclusive event will be added to the popular program of themed evenings like the White Party, the Glow Party, and the Sunshine Party, offering adults a relaxing and dynamic environment to unwind and socialize.

Interactive Quiz for Adults: Quiz enthusiasts will be able to test their knowledge with 75 original quizzes available on each ship. Organized during Quiz O'Clock sessions, these quizzes offer passengers a friendly and convivial environment to meet and have fun, while enjoying drinks and snacks.

MSC Cruises continues to prioritize family experiences across its fleet. With five free kids' clubs designed for different age groups (from six months to 17 years), parents can relax knowing that their children are enjoying safe and stimulating activities, tailored to their age and interests. These clubs include: Baby Club Chicco (six months to two years) Miniclub Lego (from three to six years old) Lego Juniors Club (seven to eleven years old) Youth Club (12 to 14 years old) Teen Club (15 to 17 years old)

Children will also enjoy free lunch and dinner as part of the children's program, giving parents the freedom to explore the ship, relax or enjoy a quiet meal while their children have fun. With this new entertainment offering, MSC Cruises promises families an unforgettable summer, full of adventure, joy and lasting memories. Immersive games, parades, interactive experiences or historical records: MSC Cruises is setting the stage for unforgettable family vacations at sea in 2025.

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Oscar Piastri's Miami Grand Prix Victory

Oscar Piastri continued his strong run of form with a commanding victory in Sunday's Formula 1 Miami Grand Prix, securing his third consecutive race win and extending his lead in the drivers' championship. The Australian led a dominant McLaren one-two finish ahead of teammate Lando Norris, while George Russell rounded out the podium for Mercedes. Starting from fourth on the grid, Piastri made a clean getaway and quickly climbed through the order, overtaking pole-sitter Max Verstappen on lap 14 with a well-judged move into Turn 11. With McLaren managing tire strategy effectively, Piastri controlled the race from the front, crossing the line 4.6 seconds ahead of Norris after 57 laps around the Hard Rock Stadium circuit.

The win marks Piastri's fourth in six races this season, making him the first McLaren driver since Mika Hakkinen in 1998 to win three consecutive Grands Prix. Norris, who had taken victory in Saturday's Sprint, recovered after having dropped to sixth on lap 1 when attempting to overtake pole-sitter Verstappen. With McLaren proving the class of the field in Miami, Norris fought back into second place, but was powerless to catch Piastri. Russell, meanwhile, capitalized on Mercedes' alternate pit strategy and a fortunately-timed Virtual Safety Car to leapfrog Verstappen and claim third, half a minute behind the dominant McLarens.

In humid conditions in Miami, Russell later required medical treatment for dehydration and missed the post-race press conference. Verstappen's Sunday faded after early signs of promise. Red Bull struggled with tire degradation and balance, with the Dutchman voicing frustration over radio before being passed by both McLarens and Russell. His teammate Yuki Tsunoda salvaged a point with a tenth-place finish. Williams produced one of their strongest performances of the season, with Alex Albon finishing fifth and Carlos Sainz ninth, sandwiching Mercedes rookie Andrea Kimi Antonelli in sixth. Ferrari endured a difficult afternoon, with Charles Leclerc finishing seventh and Lewis Hamilton eighth. Hamilton, who was visibly irritated post-race, questioned the team's strategy calls and radio communication, saying, "We've got work to do. There's potential, but today we didn't get it right."

With six rounds complete, Piastri now leads the drivers' standings on 131 points, ahead of Norris (115) and Verstappen (99). McLaren's emphatic result extends its lead in the constructors' championship with 246 points, comfortably ahead of Mercedes on 141 and Red Bull on 105. Formula 1 returns to Europe on May 18 for the Emilia Romagna Grand Prix at Imola, where McLaren will look to continue its impressive run of form and Piastri will aim to extend his championship advantage.