15 Must-Visit Cruise Destinations for 2025
As 2024 draws to a close, it’s time to start making plans for 2025. Have you ever taken a cruise to one of your favorite destinations? It’s a wonderful way to travel. You only have to unpack once before settling in to savor any number of onboard experiences while your captain safely takes you to the ports of call you’ve been dreaming of.
What do you say we start making some plans? There are a few hotspots worth exploring in the new year. Some are classics that will never go out of style, like Alaska and the Caribbean. But, after we discuss those, we hope you will light up at the notion of different destinations like Istanbul and Dubrovnik.
Alaska, USA
In a busy world, a cruise to the Last Frontier has everything to offer – and more. There’s something about standing under the cool, crisp sun as it beams off a bright, white glacier. You can really sense that you’re a world away. Many cruises travel up the Inside Passage – some venturing further north. But, along the way, you’ll visit sweet little cities like Ketchikan, Sitka, and Juneau. When you’re there, there’s a lot of local art to adore, as well as some of the freshest catches in the world.
The Hawaiian Islands, USA
Famous cruise lines like Royal Caribbean are happy to sail you from Vancouver all the way down to the Hawaiian islands. Sounds magical, right? Some popular spots include the Napali Coast and Oahu. You’ll also find itineraries that will help you explore the Big Island, Maui, and Kauai. While you’re there, you’ll marvel over ancient volcanoes, soft sandy beaches, lush green forests, and sprawling beaches pristine enough to wash all your cares away.
Tokyo, Japan
Wouldn’t it be wonderful to tack on an additional cruise to Asia since you’ve already made it all the way over to Hawaii? How epic would that be? Cruise lines like MSC are happy to help you plan a trip where you circumnavigate Japan, traveling from Hokkaido, the northernmost island, to Kanazawa. If you’d like to continue your explorations beyond the enchantments of Japan, you can also review itineraries that continue on to Korea or China.
Sydney, Australia
If you set your sights on a cruise that includes Sydney, you’ll quickly see your options abound. Many cruise ships depart from Sydney, so it’s the perfect place to fly to a few days ahead of time to explore the city. Tour the famous landmarks like the Opera House before strolling on along world-class beaches like Bondi and Manly Beach. Then, you can go in any number of directions as you island hop through the South Pacific and see glorious sites like the Great Barrier Reef.