MSC Cruises has unveiled six attractions aboard its newest ship, MSC World Asia

The vessel, which will be officially named on 28 November in Le Havre, France, will commence its inaugural season of seven-night Mediterranean itineraries from 4 December, calling at destinations such as Barcelona, Marseille, Messina, Naples and Valetta.

With six months to go, MSC Cruises has shared details of six attractions which will be on board.

The Cliffhanger, an over-water swing ride that debuted on MSC World America, will be on sister ship MSC World Asia, towering 50 metres over the sea.

Set to be the longest dry slide at sea, according to MSC Cruises, the 81.3 metre The Spiral @ Tree of Life will span 11 decks and is inspired by the trees at Singapore’s Gardens by the Bay.

Side-by-side Twin Racer waterslides and U Drop waterslide will be on the top deck, alongside the two-level Adventure Trail High Ropes course which spans 6,210 square feet and features a zip line.

Formula 1 fans will enjoy the MSC Formula Racer in the Hall of Games, offering guests an immersive racing simulation in a two-seat simulator, and the MSC Luna Park Arena will use digital technology to transform into an interactive arena where passengers can compete in games – the first of its kind on any MSC Cruises ship.

Beyond the newly announced attractions, MSC World Asia will feature more than 40 bars, lounges and restaurants, seven pools and 13 hot tubs, as well as the line’s largest variety of MSC Yacht Club suite categories to date.

Gianni Onorato, MSC Cruises chief executive, said: “Our World Class ships have been a great success with guests, and MSC World Asia, the third of eight in this class, marks the next step in this journey. As we look ahead to her inaugural Mediterranean season, we are proud to continue delivering ships that reflect our vision, innovation, beautiful design and focus on the guest experience, with each one raising the bar even further.

“I’m also proud to announce that Captain Paolo Benini will take the helm of MSC World Asia, in recognition of his outstanding leadership on MSC Euribia, including during its recent deployment in Dubai.

“Having joined MSC Cruises in 2024 with a distinguished maritime career, he is widely respected for his calm, people-focused command and is the ideal choice to lead this remarkable new flagship.”