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For MSC Cruises guests, the new year will bring new and exciting entertainment options with visits to the cruise line’s private island in the Bahamas, Ocean Cay MSC Marine Reserve.
Beginning in January 2026, a variety of new activities will be rolled out in phases to give guests new chances for phenomenal vacations and memory-making.
While there is no confirmed schedule for exactly when different experiences will be available, the new entertainment includes wellness programming, a high-tech treasure hunt, and a LEGO pop-up activity.
With many cruise guests eager for better health and self-care, the wellness offerings will be especially popular. These will include sunrise yoga sessions, sound-healing meditation, and a “fire and ice” challenge with hot yoga paired with invigorating ice baths.
An immersive “Augmented Reality” treasure hunt for all ages will lead eager guests around the island via their mobile devices or tablets, bringing them through a unique conservation story showcasing MSC Cruises’ ecological efforts and the native fish, plants, and animals on the island.
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Finally, a new LEGO experience will be a fun pop-up experience for kids and families of all ages. This will happen at the island’s Welcome Pavilion with seven life-size LEGO characters making appearances alongside the MSC Cruises’ mascot, Doremi.
Scheduling for these different events will vary depending on cruise itineraries, weather, and availability. Guests should check the MSC Cruises app for exact details during their visit to Ocean Cay.
Popular Favorites Remaining
These new activities represent an expansion of offerings at the private island, not a replacement.
Visiting guests will still be able to enjoy all that Ocean Cay MSC Marine Reserve has to offer, including the snorkeling, jet skiing, paddleboarding, and other aquatic options to hiking, sports, games, and even stargazing for select late-night or overnight visits.
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Guests can still enjoy the eight pristine beaches on the island, from shallow-water options to endless ocean views whether visitors prefer the ocean or the interior lagoon.
Beachside spa treatments and the iconic lighthouse LED show set to energetic music offer both relaxing and energizing fun everyone can enjoy.
For an even more elevated and exclusive experience, interested guests can rent private cabanas with comfortable seating, floating mats, and free refreshments throughout their visit.
MSC Yacht Club guests will have an even more elite experience with the Ocean House Beach reserved just for their visits. The serene space includes an exclusive restaurant for the best in Bahamian dining.
Visiting Ocean Cay
MSC Cruises offers departures from a variety of US homeports featuring itineraries to their private island. Whether guests are sailing from Miami, Port Canaveral, or even New York, they can find voyages that will take them to this private Bahamian paradise.
In January 2026, the first ships that may be able to enjoy the new island offerings include:
- MSC World America – Offering 7-night Eastern and Western Caribbean sailings from Miami
- MSC Seaside – Sailing shorter 3- and 4-night cruises from Miami
- MSC Divina – Offering a variety of Caribbean cruise lengths from Miami
- MSC Grandiosa – Now offering 3-, 4-, and 7-night sailings from Port Canaveral
- MSC Meraviglia – Sailing from New York with 7-night Bahamas itineraries
Throughout 2026, as ships reposition for different deployment assignments, even more vessels will be visiting Ocean Cay and giving guests the opportunity to enjoy the new, refreshed entertainment.
