The ship MSC Seashore. Photo: MSC Cruises Winter may not be associated with cruise vacations, but for those looking to escape the rain and cold, it can be an excellent time to go to sea.
MSC Cruises announces the most popular destinations for winter vacations, including the Canary Islands, the Caribbean and the Mediterranean. These destinations allow you to combine a relaxing vacation with pleasant weather and attractive prices.
In the Canary Islands, located in the Atlantic Ocean, winter temperatures usually hover around 20 degrees. A cruise in the region allows you to visit several islands in one week and combine beaches, volcanic landscapes and ancient towns.
In the Caribbean, winter is the most popular season, with warm days, clear waters, and stops at islands and countries such as Jamaica, the Cayman Islands, and the Bahamas.
In the Mediterranean, winter looks different. The weather is usually favorable for walking tours, and the sites and museums in cities like Barcelona, Marseille, and Florence are less crowded than in the summer.
Eyal Attias, CEO of MSC Cruises: "In winter, the atmosphere on board and in the ports of call tends to be calmer, and the itineraries are suitable for both couples looking for a quiet vacation and families interested in a vacation that includes accommodation, food, entertainment and trips to various destinations."
Canary Islands | 7-night cruise to the Canary Islands and Madeira aboard the MSC Fantasia, from January 14 to 21, 2027. Departing from Lanzarote and returning, with stops on the islands of Gran Canaria, La Palma, Tenerife, Fuerteventura and Madeira, starting at $680 per person in an interior double room. Includes service charges and port taxes.
Caribbean | 7-night Western Caribbean and Bahamas cruise aboard MSC Seashore, November 22-29, 2026. Departing Orlando and returning, with stops in Nassau, Jamaica, the Cayman Islands and Ocean Cay, MSC's private island in the Bahamas, starting at $614 per person in an interior double room. Includes service charge and port taxes.
Mediterranean | 7-night Western Mediterranean cruise aboard MSC Splendida, November 5-12, 2026. Departing from Palermo, Sicily and returning, with stops in Malta, Barcelona, Marseille, Livorno (Florence), and Sardinia, starting at $450 per person in an interior double room. Includes service charges and port taxes.