I like the way it is.
I just hit Level 50 some weeks ago, finished the 7th Umbral Era Quests and than took a break to complete the Relic Quest for my ilvl 90 Weapons. Was hell of a fun and than proceeded with the 7th Astral Era Quests. Currently at the End of Patch 2.4 Questline and will start the 2.5 at Wednesday.

Playing from 1-51 currently was the best MMORPG experience I had for the last 6-8 years and I'm sure I will stay a long time in FF 14.