MSC Yacht Club Restaurants Are Getting a Major Upgrade

MSC Cruises is giving its most exclusive onboard dining experience a serious upgrade. Here’s what you need to know about the changes coming to the MSC Yacht Club restaurants.

MSC Yacht Club Restaurants Are Getting a Fresh Look

MSC Cruises has announced a full redesign of the Yacht Club restaurants across its Fantasia-class ships. The MSC Yacht Club is the cruise line’s popular “ship-within-a-ship” concept, offering a more private, luxury experience for select guests.

The new restaurant design features a modern look with darker tones, soft textures, and carefully designed lighting. The overall feel is more sophisticated and upscale than before.

Which Ships Are Getting the Upgrade?

Three Fantasia-class ships will receive the new restaurant during scheduled drydocks:

• December 2026
• April 2027
• February 2028

Good news if you’re sailing on the MSC Splendida — that ship already got its makeover. The Splendida completed its refurbishment at the Palumbo Malta Shipyard and returned to service in early February 2026.

What’s New Inside the Yacht Club Restaurant

The dining experience inside the Yacht Club has always been a step above the rest of the ship. The new design takes things even further.

Guests will enjoy a dedicated culinary team available around the clock. A sommelier is also on hand to help with wine selections. MSC describes this as an “elevated dining experience” with a variety of menus to choose from.

Other Onboard Updates

The Fantasia-class ships are also getting a redesigned Future Cruise office. This is a space where guests can plan and book their next MSC voyage while still enjoying their current trip.

Where Is the MSC Splendida Sailing?

Now that the Splendida is back in action, there are several exciting itineraries available. Here’s a quick look at what’s on offer:

Mediterranean Sailings from Barcelona (February–November 2026)

February through May 2026 — Seven-night voyages visiting Marseille, Genoa, Naples, Palermo, and La Goulette (for Tunis, Tunisia).

May through November 2026 — Seven-night trips calling at Marseille, Livorno, Cagliari, Palermo, and Valletta, Malta.

South America Sailings from Buenos Aires (November 2026–March 2027)

These eight-to-nine-night voyages head to some stunning destinations. Ports include Rio de Janeiro, Ilhabela, Ilha Grande, and Balneario Camboriu in Brazil, plus Punta del Este in Uruguay.

Eastern Mediterranean from Trieste (April–November 2027)

These nine-night sailings are packed with history and culture. Ports of call include Split in Croatia, Piraeus and Corfu in Greece, Kusadasi and Istanbul in Turkey, and Bari in Italy.