MSC Cruises, a leading global cruise brand, has highlighted five travel trends shaping vacation choices through 2025 and beyond. From cooler destinations to TV-inspired getaways, these trends are influencing how individuals research, choose, and experience their travels.
Coolcations: Embracing Cooler Climates
In 2025, travellers are increasingly seeking out cooler destinations over traditional sun-soaked hotspots. Known as “coolcations,” this trend sees tourists opting for hikes in the mountains and breathtaking landscapes rather than beach vacations. MSC Cruises offers perfect coolcation opportunities with its Northern Europe and Alaska cruises. Starting in 2026, MSC Poesia will begin sailing to Alaska, known for its stunning scenery and abundant wildlife. Alternatively, explore Northern Europe’s fjords aboard MSC Euribia or the cultural treasures of the Baltic Sea on MSC Poesia.
Radical Sabbaticals: Extended Work Breaks
With the rise of flexible remote work and sabbaticals as employment perks, the trend of “radical sabbaticals” is gaining momentum. MSC Cruises’ World Cruise is ideal for extended breaks, offering up to 50 destinations across 32 countries from January 2025 to 2026. This voyage allows guests to fully immerse themselves in each destination with extended port calls and overnight stays.
Set-Jetting: Travel Inspired by Popular Culture
The “set-jetting” trend, where travellers visit destinations inspired by books, movies, or TV shows, continues to grow. MSC Cruises provides itineraries that take guests to iconic cultural and cinematic landscapes. Explore Dubrovnik, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and Game of Thrones filming location, on a Mediterranean cruise aboard MSC Opera. Or follow in the footsteps of Mission Impossible in Dubai and Abu Dhabi on MSC Euribia. Fans of Sex and the City can cruise from New York City on MSC Meraviglia.
Culinary Tourism: Food-Driven Travel
Culinary tourism is surging as travellers plan trips around food experiences. MSC Cruises offers voyages to foodie hotspots like Naples, Barcelona, and Buenos Aires, with culinary shore excursions to wineries, tapas bars, and cooking workshops. Onboard, MSC Cruises’ ships feature up to 11 different restaurants, offering traditional and innovative global cuisines.
Elevated All-Inclusive Vacations
All-inclusive vacations are evolving, with travellers seeking high-quality, exclusive experiences. MSC Cruises’ MSC Yacht Club redefines all-inclusive luxury with private facilities, 24-hour butler service, and exclusive access areas. Guests enjoy premium drink packages, complimentary Wi-Fi, and access to MSC Aurea Spa. At Ocean Cay MSC Marine Reserve, MSC Yacht Club guests have exclusive access to Ocean House.
These trends showcase MSC Cruises’ commitment to providing diverse and enriching travel experiences, setting the stage for memorable voyages through 2025 and beyond. Whether you’re seeking cooler climates, extended adventures, pop-culture destinations, culinary delights, or elevated all-inclusive vacations, MSC Cruises has something for every traveller.
