THE DOMINICAN REPUBLIC, OUR NEW CARIBBEAN GATEWAY

Starting in November 2026, join us onboard MSC Opera and cruise through the Caribbean islands on a selection of seven-night itineraries. Each voyage begins in one of the Caribbean's best-kept secrets: La Romana in the Dominican Republic.   

With MSC Opera, you can visit Catalina Island, a picture-perfect paradise with powdery white sand, lush vegetation and calm, turquoise waters. A short boat transfer from your ship brings you to this dreamy island, where you can spend the day in complete relaxation. Bask in the sunshine on pristine beaches equipped with sunbeds, parasols and cosy cabanas; enjoy a refreshing cocktail at the bar or indulge in a delicious island‑style lunch in the newly refurbished buffet areas. This stunning destination is reserved exclusively for MSC guests while our ships are anchored here, so you’ll feel like you’re on your own private island.

Enjoy Samana, with its European vibes and shopping and sunbathing in the Cayman Islands, waterfalls and working plantations in Jamaica's Ocho Rios or astonishing wildlife in Cabo Rojo. Bask in the beauty of Barbados, experience the world-class beaches of chic Martinique or explore the mangroves of butterfly-shaped Guadeloupe.

Experience the caves of Curacao, the white sands of Aruba, the stunning diving of Bonaire, the lush mountains and sulphur springs of St Lucia or the spice-laden air of Grenada. Or be wowed by the bountiful British Virgin Islands and the rich history and majestic mountains of St Kitts before visiting the smallest inhabited island in the world, Saint Maarten, and the picturesque coves of Antigua & Barbuda. Whichever itinerary you choose, there's wonder waiting within easy reach of La Romana.

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