| Meet MSC’s robo-dogs

MSC Cruises has unveiled a fresh entertainment program for this year, featuring new and enhanced experiences for all ages across its fleet.

Among the new offerings are AI-powered robot dogs from Unitree Robotics, which MSC is claiming a world-first at sea.

The droid pups, which will be accompanied by humanoid robots, are currently being tested and will be available soon in Asia and during a segment of this year’s world cruise.

Guests will enjoy meet-and-greets with the robots, as well as robot-themed parades, and interactive robotic workshops for children aged seven and older offering insights into robotics and future technologies.

MSC is also bringing back guest-favourite events, including a revitalised 1970s Party, rolling out fleetwide, with new music, upgraded costumes, and refreshed interactive experiences.

Guests can also expect 20 new Big Band performances, including Dirty Dancing: In Concert (CW 14 Jan) as well as a complete refresh of the line’s production shows.

Dueling Pianos will be added to the line-up, along with the American Country Band experience – a brand-new live entertainment concept geared towards country music fans.

Additionally, the entertainment program will feature two new original shows: Chart Toppers, a music game show celebrating the biggest hits from the 1970s to today, and Quiz O’Clock, a competitive game-show experience offering a twist on the line’s classic quiz show.

MSC revealed it will also expand the Lego Parade from seven to 14 ships this year. JM