Why MSC’s Next World Cruise Will Feel Very Different From the Rest
- MSC Cruises has opened sales for its 2028 World Cruise, a 115-night journey aboard the MSC Magnifica visiting over 40 destinations across 29 countries without guests needing to repack their suitcase.
MSC Cruiseshas officially opened sales for its 2028 World Cruise, and it's shaping up to be one of the brand's most far-reaching sailings yet. The 115-night journey circles the globe aboard the MSC Magnifica, calling on more than 40 destinations across 29 countries—without guests ever having to repack their suitcase.
Sailing roundtrip from the Mediterranean, the itinerary spans the Caribbean, South Pacific, Australasia, Asiaand the Middle Eastbefore returning to Europe. Highlights include seven overnight stays designed for deeper cultural immersion, with extended calls in Lima, Papeete, Sydneyand Hanoi. According to the line, it's "a spectacular 115-night voyage" that blends iconic cities, remote islands and rare ports rarely seen on a single sailing.
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What sets the 2028 edition apart is the mix of brand-new destinations and returning favorites. New calls include Nuku'alofa, Tonga; Arica, Chile; Manta, Ecuador; Chan May, Vietnam; and Sihanoukville, Cambodia, alongside bucket-list stops like Easter Islandand the Panama Canal. Fan favorites such as Dubaiand Ocean Cay MSC Marine Reserv ein The Bahamasalso make a return, offering a balance of adventure and familiarity for seasoned world cruisers.
And the ship itself will feel new. MSC Magnifica has just completed one of the largest refurbishments in MSC Cruises' fleet in the past decade, following a two-month dry dock at the Palumbo Malta Shipyard. Updates include two new specialty restaurants—Butcher's Cut and Kaito Sushi Bar—a redesigned MSC Aurea Spa, an upgraded Technogym fitness center and refreshed wellness and outdoor spaces.
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And another major headline: for the first time on a World Cruise, MSC Magnifica will feature the MSC Yacht Club. The "ship-within-a-ship" concept delivers an elevated, all-inclusive experience with private suites, a dedicated restaurant and lounge, exclusive pool deck and 24-hour butler service—bringing a new level of luxury to a traditionally grand voyage.
Guests booking the 2028 World Cruise also receive meaningful added value, including 15 included shore excursions, a complimentary Dine & Drink beverage package and discounts on laundry services—welcome perks on a nearly four-month journey. Multiple embarkation ports are available in early January 2028, including Rome (Civitavecchia), Genoa, Marseilleand Barcelona.
For travelers dreaming of a once-in-a-lifetime journey that blends comfort, culture and global exploration, MSC's latest World Cruise offering makes a compelling case for going all in on 2028.
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This story was originally published by Parade on Dec 26, 2025, where it first appeared in the News section. Add Parade as a Preferred Source by clicking here.
