Geneva, Switzerland, 29 August 2024\u00a0<\/strong>\u2013 MSC Cruises invites guests to extend their holiday season into October, November and December with a wide range of Mediterranean sailings that still bask in sunny weather even on the approach to Christmas.<\/p>\n The Canary Islands, Madeira and Caribbean are already popular choices for guests looking for winter sun, but there are so many more options closer to home in the Mediterranean . From the charm of Southern France to history-rich destinations of Greece, MSC Cruises reveals the most sun-drenched Mediterranean destinations to help guests revel in summer weather late into the season.<\/p>\n Weather data* for Mediterranean destinations the cruise line calls in October, November and December shows that guests can expect to enjoy temperatures up to 28\u00b0C, with 295 hours of sunshine a month, with little to no chance of rain \u2013 and it\u2019s the perfect time to experience some of the must-visit attractions with fewer people and a more relaxed atmosphere.<\/p>\n One of the highlights this winter is a new itinerary for MSC Sinfonia that includes Greece for the first time. The seven night sailing calls Bari (Italy), Piraeus (for Athens), Corfu (Greece), plus Izmir and Istanbul (T\u00fcrkiye).<\/p>\n Discover the top destinations in the Mediterranean to extend your summer:<\/strong><\/p>\n The winner \u2013 with 295 hours of sunshine: Izmir, T\u00fcrkiye<\/strong><\/p>\n Guests can keep their swimsuits and sunglasses on for the winter when it comes to this sunny destination in T\u00fcrkiye which offers 295 hours of sunshine in October and an average of 25 sunny days a month throughout the winter months. Make the most of temperatures in their mid-twenties while wandering through cobbled streets, bustling bazaars and taking in Izmir\u2019s centuries-old and UNESCO listed wonders.<\/p>\n Guests can experience Izmir as\u00a0MSC Sinfonia<\/em>\u00a0calls to the port-city throughout winter, offering seven-night itineraries.<\/p>\n The runner up – with 275 hours of sunshine: Valencia, Spain<\/p>\n MSC Fantasia<\/em>,\u00a0MSC Lirica<\/em>\u00a0and\u00a0MSC Seaside<\/em>\u00a0all sail on itineraries that call Valencia between October and December.<\/p>\n Sun seekers looking for a reprieve from the cold can escape to the northernmost country in Africa, Tunisia. Boasting an impressive 272 hours of sun in October, an average high of 26\u00b0C (reaching up to 28\u00b0C) it\u2019s the perfect weather to experience the abundance of natural beauty and exceptional archaeological sites. In November, with an average temperature of 21\u00b0C and 218 hours of sunshine, there\u2019s an average of 27 sunny days a month all winter. With a wealth of attractions, from the UNESCO-listed Medina with its mausoleums and palaces to the remains of ancient Carthage, opt to see the sights or simply bathe in the glory of summer-like sun.<\/p>\n MSC Cruises has two ships calling to La Goulette, Tunis between October and December this year,\u00a0MSC Grandiosa<\/em>\u00a0and\u00a0MSC Fantasia<\/em>, with a range of easy embarkation ports in Europe across Spain, France and Italy.<\/p>\n Honourable mentions:\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n With an average of 265 hours of sun in October and around 220 hours of sunshine during November and December, Athens, Greece, makes for the perfect respite from the winter cold and grey, meaning guests can enjoy the milder weather and quieter sites as they visit the remains of the ancient Acropolis, the citadel perched on a rocky cliff, rising 150-metres above the city.\u00a0MSC Sinfonia<\/em>\u00a0is offering seven-night itineraries calling to Athens\u2019 port Piraeus through all of winter and\u00a0MSC Splendida<\/em>\u00a0is offering 9-night itineraries from October to November this year.<\/p>\n History rich\u00a0Valetta<\/strong>,\u00a0Malta\u00a0<\/strong>is one of the sunniest spots in Europe during the winter months and sees up to an impressive 263 hours of sunshine in October and over 209 sunny hours in November, closely followed\u00a0Marseille<\/strong>,\u00a0France<\/strong>, which boasts an average of 262 hours of sunshine in October and up to 239 hours per month during the remainder of the winter season.\u00a0MSC World Europa<\/em>\u00a0calls to Valetta and Marseille this winter.\u00a0MSC Fantasia<\/em>,\u00a0MSC Lirica<\/em>\u00a0also offer itineraries to Marseille.<\/p>\n *Weather data collated from\u00a0World Weather API and Weather Forecast\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n<\/article>\n<\/article>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
\n<\/strong>Guests can escape the winter blues for some Spanish sunshine in Valencia, a city that offers up to up to 3,000 hours of sunshine per year and an impressive 272 hours of sunshine in October alone. In the same month the average temperature is still sitting at around 25\u00b0C. In November and December when the majority of Europe sees temperatures fall the Spanish city maintains an average high of around 20\u00b0C and around 247 hours of sun. Guests can discover stunning architecture, stroll through its historic old town and the taste of the world-famous Valencian paella whilst sat outdoors enjoying the sunshine on a terrace with an iced drink.<\/p>\n
\nThird place \u2013 with 272 hours of sunshine: La Goulette\/Tunis, Tunisa\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n
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ESCAPE TO THE MEDITERRANEAN DESTINATIONS OFFERING THE MOST SUNSHINE THIS WINTER WITH MSC CRUISES<\/strong><\/p>\n\n