MSC Cruises is gearing up for warmer days with a notable selection of Spring Break and Easter 2026 cruises, promising sun-filled escapes across both the Caribbean and the Mediterranean. These voyages, available from late March to mid-April 2026, include everything from short weekend escapes to comprehensive week-long trips coinciding with the Easter holiday on April 5, 2026.

Caribbean Getaways: New Ships and Exciting Itineraries

For those looking to soak up some sun, MSC offers multiple ships departing from major U.S. ports, including Miami, Port Canaveral, and Galveston.

MSC World America: Easter Week from Miami

The cruise line’s latest flagship, MSC World America, is set to launch a 7-night Easter voyage leaving from PortMiami on April 4, 2026. Highlights include:

• Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic
• San Juan, Puerto Rico
• Ocean Cay MSC Marine Reserve – MSC’s exclusive Bahamian paradise.

Launched in 2025, MSC World America can accommodate nearly 6,762 guests and features the fleet’s largest MSC Yacht Club, complete with luxurious suites and extensive leisure facilities.

More Caribbean Options for Spring Break 2026

• MSC Seaside (Miami): A 3-night Easter getaway leaving April 3, stopping at Ocean Cay.
• MSC Grandiosa (Port Canaveral): Week-long Caribbean itineraries ideal for family vacations.
• MSC Seascape (Galveston): A 7-night cruise set for April 5, visiting Costa Maya, Cozumel, and Roatán.

Additionally, Ocean Cay is undergoing significant development, featuring upgrades to their pier to allow simultaneous docking of two ships starting late 2026.

Mediterranean Voyages: Diverse Cultural Experiences

March into Europe this spring with MSC’s Mediterranean Easter itineraries available on four vessels.

From Barcelona: MSC Orchestra & MSC Splendida

Both ships will host 7-night Easter cruises, visiting stunning ports in France, Italy, Spain, and Tunisia.

• MSC Orchestra: Departs April 5, 2026, visiting:

  • Marseille
  • Genoa
  • Livorno
  • Rome (Civitavecchia)
  • Valencia

• MSC Splendida: Departs April 4, 2026, visiting:

  • Marseille
  • Genoa
  • Naples
  • Palermo
  • La Goulette, Tunisia

Adventures in the Eastern Mediterranean

Two additional ships will offer roundtrip routes from Italy, focusing on Greece and the Adriatic.

• MSC Lirica – From Venice: Departs April 5, 2026.
• MSC Sinfonia – From Bari: Departs April 4, 2026.

A Spring Break and Easter Season for Every Type of Traveler

From quick tropical getaways and family-oriented Easter vacations to enriching Mediterranean explorations, MSC Cruises’ 2026 offerings cater to a wide range of traveler preferences. With new vessels and expanded itineraries, this season promises to be among the cruise line’s most varied yet.

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