9 Another fundamental aspect of the success of MSC Group’s cruise brands is that they nurture employees’ personal and professional development. “We give them a sense of equality, belonging and ownership, which makes them invested in their role and fosters an entrepreneurial spirit that has led to many innovations over the years,” says Vago. One example epitomising the success of both this business approach and the group’s innovative spirit is MSC Cruises’ new MSC World Europa, which will debut in December 2022. Spanning 22 decks, MSC World Europa is the first in a series of four “trailblazing” World Class ships and will boast 2,626 cabins and more than 40,000 square metres of public space. The vessel, which has been touted as an “ultra-modern metropolis” and “unlike anything” the industry has ever seen before, will feature multiple innovations that Vago predicts will revolutionise the cruise experience. “MSC World Europa was built to usher in a new concept of cruising,” he says. “We have drawn on years of experience and knowledge to design our most sustainable and futuristic ship ever. It will push the boundaries of what is possible at sea, setting records and setting new standards for the cruise industry. From the outside, the ship will be an impressive sight due to the plumb bow and innovative Y-shaped aft, and onboard, it will offer a veritable world of different experiences designed to appeal to passengers of all ages.” Some of MSC World Europa’s onboard highlights will include seven swimming pools, seven dedicated children’s spaces, seven new cabin types, the largest and most luxurious MSC Yacht Club to date, and 33 restaurants, bars and lounges. The latter will include signature MSC Cruises venues and new concepts such as the line’s first microbrewery, a gin bar where guests can blend their own botanical cocktails, Mediterranean fish restaurant La Pescaderia, and the first hydroponic garden at sea for growing micro herbs, salads and garnishes.
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