Why MSC Cruises Are So Different to Other Cruise Lines
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- Опубліковано 19 чер 2024
- Have you ever considered an MSC Cruise? Wondering if they're a good alternative to the cruise lines that you've cruised with in the past? I've cruise with MSC multiple times as well as many other cruise lines.
I love cruising with MSC but wouldn't recommend them to everybody. In this video, we will discuss why and what makes MSC cruises so different.
It's important to note that if you are considering an MSC for a British Isles cruise that announcements won't be done in multiple languages, the food, and experience onboard will still have an Italian flair though! ;)
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Some people are happy everywhere they go and others are never happy. Thanks for your reviews/information.
Thanks for watching 😀👏🏼
great pricing for singles! they don't charge double fare like most other cruise lines, love them
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Good to know!
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I agree and love that I can get a balcony as a solo without getting ripped off or an inside tiny cabin like almost all the other cruise lines!!!
@@JohnnyFuturePast yes I know you mean Norwegian play that game!
I never walk on a ship with a closed mind or compare companies. Every cruise is different and every crue is different. I'm always happy no matter what. I'm on holiday I chose not to let the first world issue bother me. 😃😃👍👍🍻🍻🇦🇺🇦🇺
Good approach ! Of course there are limits- if you are in the tropics with no air conditioning in your inside cabin, not easy to be happy. But the other extreme are people who judge a WHOLE CRUISE by poor service from one server or by one bad meal. I have a cousin who says Royal is inferior because ONE server was slow to get him a drink ONCE. Absurd.
Exactly!!! Same for me. Happiness begins inside. I can't go places and be anal retentive with false expectations. Expectations not met can be a breeding ground for suffering for those seeking happiness outside themselves. Great review here by this channel.
This is BY FAR the best analysis I have seen about MSC. Mostly we hear the criticisms, but you give a well-rounded picture with great details. We usually do more traditional cruises like Celebrity, but we have done Costa with no expectations and it was fine. Different, very European, but that's why we travel, to immerse ourselves in a different culture. After your review, I see we could definitely do MSC. Thanks, Emma
Thanks Juanita! Appreciate that 😀❤️
That was so fun to watch because I work for MSC (Shop Seller onboard) and to hear that from the passenger's perspective was quite interesting! Anyway, from my side, we really try to make your cruises unforgettable, and we work hard for it! :)
Hey Naziya!! Thanks for watching. 😀👍🏼
Even my dad
Hi Naziya, agree 100% with you. I love MSC Cruises and will continue to travel with them.
Hoping they will make cruises to Alaska quite soon. For now, going to Genoa on MSC Grandiosa next January.
Greetings from Puerto Rico!!!
Very hard working employees, I just came from a week on Seashore and every employee was wonderful
I love msc
Just went on MSC Virtuosa and having read bad reviews we were sceptical, but we ended up having a great time on a beautiful ship and this review is spot on about pretty much everything we experienced.
MSC is very laid back and the dining room is nice. They don’t look you up and down to see if they will let you eat in the dining room. Very nice.
Very true! 😀💕
My first cruise was with MSC cruise to the Caribbean and I did see those bad reviews and I was nervous about it before we boarded but once we got there, I absolutely loved it. We had a balcony cabin that was really good size. The food was amazing, and the crew was so, so nice to us. The shows every night were great. We had movie nights by the pool at night. I really enjoyed it. But you are so right about the italian aspect, you can definitely feel it on the ship which I don't think it's a bad thing or a good thing, you are just aware of it from the music, the food, the ambiance, etc. Overall, it felt like being in a very fancy european hotel.
I have done 6 cruises with 5 different lines. MSC is the only one I've cruised for a second time, with a third one booked. It's easily my favorite among NCL, RCL, Princess and Celebrity.
Thank you I needed this I just booked with MSC .
You must be a paid employee 😜
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You must be an American because you cannot stand others with their own opinion. 😖😜😳
My wife and I sailed on the MSC Seaside out of Florida (14 days) back in late Feb 2020 (barely made it off before COVID shut everything down) and we loved it! We normally cruise Carnival, but have sailed R/C, Princess, and Celebrity and we preferred MSC above all of them (we have 20+ cruises under our belts). Our next itinerary is on the Meraviglia in October (we hope, anyway) and are taking our entire family b/c we know how much the grand-kids will love it (especially the Ocean Cay private Island...fabulous!). One thing we both loved were the shows (we saw all of them)...we normally don't care for cruise productions, but the Michael Jackson tribute; Cirque Du Soleil; and the Madame Butterfly version were absolutely stunning!
One of the best cruise companies, IMO (oh yeah, the pizza was out of this world) ;-)
my wife and i were on 2 MSC cruises out of Miami and we were very happy i have been on 20 cruises so far
Woop woop 😀💕
On an MSC cruise, go to the MDR on Italian Night. They have a very entertaining wait and kitchen staff putting on a show. The service otherwise is very efficient and amicable. All of the Americans complain about all of the languages during the daily announcements. They're just used to the rest of the world speaking their language for them.
I know many Americans who are bilingual and/or multilingual. They would have little issue figuring out ship announcements given in non-english. Your bias and prejudice have twisted your perspective as you condemn and ridicule and entire population in the hundreds of millions. This is supposed to be a positive and enjoyable topic, not one for bigotry.
I have been on cruise for four times with MSC and I have loved it every time again. The food is very good( especially the pizza’s ). The next cruise I booked already again with MSC in Northern Europe this year. I am looking forward for this one
Love your reviews, I've never considered cruising but I'm slowly being drawn to it. Keep posting and keep well
I just wanted to thank you for this summary. My family and me went on a P&O last year that was on the "smaller" size compared to this, and me (having been on RC and Princess mostly) found it not as good as I had personally got used to.
We've found a pretty great deal for MSC Viruousa, and this looks much more for us. Really was reassuring and has helped me decide to pull the trigger. Thought I should leave a comment and send my thanks, so thank you.
We did a cruise on the MSC Seaside in the Caribbean, and we loved the entertainment.
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The entertainment on the US deployed ships is adjusted for the US market, as is the food.
@@hosnkrocha That seems like a very sensible policy. In any case, the entertainment was a high point for us. We tried to tkae it in every night we could.
I really like your reviews and the way you see cruises. You are a voice for those of us not rich who love cruise but can't not book suite and are looking closely for good values.
Yes! Thanks Michel. You don’t have to be rich to cruise and I prove it 😀❤️
MSC is my new favorite line. You can't compete with them on value/quality. Booked the Divinia last minute in 2018 and paid $219/PP FOR A 7 DAY BALCONY ROOM. That was less than $800 TOTAL for a WEEK in a BALCONY stateroom. Merviglia was also great. Looking forward to the seaside next.
Wow. Great deal. Who did you book with?
Great review!
We love MSC! While it is a bit different it's still a great value!
Hi Emma! I’ve just joined MSC, on the Magnifica in Guest Services. I’m 47, making me the oldest person they’ve ever hired in this role! I’m looking forward to the experience as it’s my first time on a cruise ship.
Ooooo!!! That’s very exciting. 😀💕
I 100% agree about the food and entertainment. In my opinion, as an italian cruiser, I think they are trying to become THE main cruise company for non-english native speakers. I never tried an american or english cruise line (like Carnival, Royal Caribbean, NCL, P&O, Princess etc) but I guess the only language spoken onboard is english. There are many (older) foreign cruisers who do not speak english but still want to cruise around the world, so MSC might be the right choice for them too!
Yeah totally understand that 😀💕
I loved MSC and I've cruised on Carnival and Norwegian.
we've only went on ONE cruise with a 5 year old and 11 year old. we were so impressed. it was the virtuosa. we had insanely good food, the kids had their bland boring stuff. the service was amazing. and it was lovely having such a diverse crew! so many south africans.
The food looks lovely and their ships are nice too 👌. Thanks Emma, great review.
This is fantastic! This channel has become my one stop shop for cruise advice! Keep up the hard work. 🙂
Yay! Thank you 😀💕
Thank you for this video. As I mentioned on a recent comment, my ex and I were saving up for our first when he left and now I’ve started saving up for my first solo cruise. Found a great deal on MSC and I think I’m going to go for it! I would have never even heard of MSC if it weren’t for your videos, I thought in my price range that Carnival was my only option. Thank you!!! Hopefully maybe I’ll bump into you on a cruise one day. Enjoying the videos!!!
Yess!!! Go!! Enjoy! ☺️❤️
Can't wait. Going in a few months. Excited to hear all the languages and experience the ship.
You nailed it!!! I think the food on MSC is actually fresh healthy food vs the over processed food other cruise lines serve.
Only been on 1 MSC cruise (Seaside). My wife & I loved it. Food was brilliant. Looking forward to going back
MSC is a cruise line I’ve wanted to try for a while! I’ve heard so many good things about them, and they generally have reasonable prices :)
I do love the food on msc . We sailed Meraviglia last year for New Year’s Eve and this year we are repeating. For our family everything was super good, the service, the food, the cruise at all. We love this cruise line. Next year we are planning to get in Msc but the course from Barcelona to Italy and France. ❤️😍
I so enjoy your videos Emma. I've been researching what I want my next cruise to be and most often your video on various subjects is the most helpful and delightful.
Thanks so much Dan!! Appreciate that 😀❤️
Thanks Emma for the review of MSC. I really had no clue about them.
Thanks for this review, it helps me get a better perspective on MSC.
Thanks Tren! 😀👏🏼
I love Mediterranean food. Not a big meat eater, so your review does tempt me to try an MSC cruise.
This is making me miss cruises so much. I’ve been wanting to go on the newest MSC ships for a while, but I haven’t had the chance yet. I wish more cruise lines had smaller portions. I wouldn’t be mad about tapas style as a default so you could taste a bunch of things without feeling like you’re wasting food.
I agree! Unfortunately many people just want to see their plates overflowing even if they're not hungry
Part of the fun of cruising is getting your kilt out and having fun!
Thanks for this info. I have literally been debating on booking an MSC cruise all day. Since today is the last day of the month, their current sale ends today. I had wondered about MSC cruises and asked a friend of mine who said hers was the best she had ever taken. She said it was the "diversity", although I'm not sure what she meant by that. Anyway, I have a few more hours to think but this was great info.
Diversity - You'll find a lot more non-English speaking passengers on MSC cruises compared to the big American lines, at least pre-pandemic. On my MSC Mediterranean cruise, English was the 4th in line during announcements, with Italian, French, Spanish taking the top spots. Even on a Caribbean cruise out of Miami back in 2018, about only 50% of passengers were from the US.
On American service or rather North American service, going to the UK, this was the biggest culture shock difference for me 😂 we felt like we were doing something wrong just wandering into a pub and sitting down, ordering food at a counter. Huge learning curve haha
I have family coming from South America and we thought about bringing them around Europe. When I checked current prices of everything it was cheaper to get on MSC Med cruise for €100 per person per night, visiting 3 countries. For that price, as long as I have a bed and some food I'll be happy. Let alone balcony cabins and alcohol package which we both snagged for no extra money. No brainer. Can't wait for it. Thank you, Emma, for helping me pull the trigger cause I also heard very mixed opinions about MSC. And as an ex Princess crew (and pax) I expect things to get weird haha 😄
I like MSC. I have done 14 cruises on MSC ships and I love their different entertainment they have on board. ( South Africa).
Already booked my 15th cruise on Msc , just waiting to board ship. Hopefully by 2022 all will be good to board ship.
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Great entertainment and good food! I find every cruise line has something to be excited about! I have been happy to sail on MSC!
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Another great informative video Emma
Thanks Regina!! 😀💕
Can't recall if I already posted to this video. I agree with most of what Emma said. Especially the use of Introvert. MSC is a good line for introverts. Great job Emma. This is a good middle of the road line for us cruisers who aren't partiers and aren't too conservative in our activities. Was in Meraviglia December 5-9, 2021. Great distinction on types of crew service.
Thank you for this review!!! I’m very low maintenance, nothing fancy. Can’t wait to try out this cruise line!
We cruised on the Divina in 2014 and loved it! Can’t wait to sail with MSC again.
You provide an incredible amount of great information! Thank you for all you do for cruising!!
Thanks so much Geoff! Appreciate that 😀👏🏼
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I appreciate your fair and honest reviews. Although I am a long time avid cruiser with over 10 sailings on most cruise lines, I still rely on your reviews to help me out. I have only four MSC cruises under my belt, but I have grown to love them. First of all, they usually are just a down right bargain compared to most other cruise lines. I have sailed twice on the Bellissima (Inaugural cruise included) and twice on the Meraviglia (also inaugural cruise) out of Southampton while I was living in the UK. I put them into the category of different...not better or worse. Their entertainment is certainly not what you will find on other lines. We had local folk singers/dancers come on board while we in Lisbon and perform a show for us. It was a bit long, but definitely a refreshing change. I find the Cirque du Soleil at Sea shows absolutely amazing. Again, the food is different, but I like it. On each of my four, seven day cruises, I ate at additional cost restaurants four times, in the dining room twice and at the buffet once. Their British pub really isn't all that British, so I've stayed away from that. On the Med cruises I found a lot more families with children. The Caribbean cruises out of Miami had a lot less children. Based on my personal experience, I think MSC's technology package is ahead of Princess. However, there is one thing you didn't mention that I think is noteworthy for those that may be looking to sail MSC out of Miami. In my opinion, their new private island is the best one I've ever been to...and I've been to most. I'm booked on the new Seashore out of Miami in October and the Meraviglia in November...cant wait!!! P.S. Keep up the great work and I knew what you meant when you said "bin." LOL
I think that’s great! Different it is. I had about 57745766 comments about ‘bin’ 🤣❤️
YES OMG. I also think Ocean Key is the best private island any cruise line ever made. It's just so natural and emphasises the environment it's in beautifully instead of being a theme park like royal caribbean's or ncl's
We been on Seaside at 2018 & love every minute of it. We are from Sweden & use to European style. We travel open minded& been all around the world both on land & by cruising. Everybody has their own preferences & favourites. It does not mean one ship is better or worse than the others. Simple as that. Have a wonderful & safe trips no matter what kind of trip you take & where you are spending your time & money✌️👌
Excellent as always and love your British-isms. My German Aunt and Uncle live in the Richmond Surrey section of London so over my years, I have heard them and my cousin come out with many of them. Hi from Bob and Jill in Connecticut. Go Chelsea FC
Haha!! Love it 😀💕
Thanks for doing this roundup of MSC! My first ever cruise is meant to be taking place this August on the MSC Meraviglia in the Caribbean... Won't be surprised if it's cancelled but was worried about some of the reviews. It sounds ideal for me to be honest so I'm even more excited to get going now! Whenever that may be haha.
Yesss! It’ll be worth the wait! 😀👏🏼
Emma I went on my first MSC cruise because of you. I have 2 more booked, thank you
I'm still deciding but this is the cruise line leaving the port I want on the day I want so I'm seriously considering it. This gave me great information to know what I would be getting into. Thank you!
Great review Emma. You do amazing work. Thanks!
Thanks so much, appreciate you! 😀🥰
I have been on Celebrity, HA, Princess and MSC. I was worried about the bad reviews but as it turned out, the bad reviews were 99% nonsense. MSC Meriviglia actually surpassed the others in Entertainment and Pricing. GREAT variety of shows, plus Cirque du Solieil! I have never been on a cruise with better shows-HANDS DOWN. Staterooms were just a nice as the other lines, and I have been on two 7 day cruises solo for $650-AMAZING. AND THE $650 INCLUDES TAX! I guess if you prefer to pay $2000 in order to avoid hearing other passengers speaking French, Italian, or Greek, and want to be surrounded by obese Americans, then you should certainly avoid MSC.
MSC Divina. Worst cruise line ever.
The 99% bad reviews are valid. You lucked out
Great review! You just brought down my fears! I'm taking an MSC next year and was kind of nervous reading a lot of bad reviews.
This was very helpful. Thank you
We went on the MSC Divina for a New Year's cruise. We had never been on a really large ship (3,500 passengers) and thought that maybe it would feel too crowded. We were wrong. There was always a place to go that was out of the hustle and bustle and noise of most of the common areas. There was a lovely private area on one of the upper decks that was great for peace and quiet. Also, and best of all, it was the only cruise line that had afternoon opera! All in all, we had a lovely time on that cruise.
It’s so strange how that works isn’t it? Sometimes I’ve been on smaller ships that feel sooooo crowded. 😂
@@EmmaCruises Agreed. We also enjoyed the international feel of the cruise, with all the European passengers. You were right, lots of families, and everyone we met was very friendly. We even got a hug from the Russian lady maitre d' who we bantered with each night at dinner. Fun times! Looking forward to our Viking Mediterranean cruise next year!
The Fantasia class is the "roomiest" class of MSCs ships.
Fantasia and Splendida have around 42 Tons/passenger, that is about the ratio of Royal Caribbean and way above the standard in the sector.
My partner and I went on the MSC Divina for the month of December into New Years RIGHT before COVID hit and everything got locked down. It was our first cruise and was an absolutely amazing experience. Loved that ship
Hi . We went on the MSC Meraviglia twice in 3 years . One from Malta and the last one from Hamberg, on both everything was good , especially the staff .
Thanks again for another great video! We are so glad to have found you and love your videos. Great information and you have such a great personality 👍
Thanks so much for watching and your kind words! I appreciate it 😀❤️
Want to try MSC but keep reading mixed reviews. Am a solo cruiser so the cost is what attracts me to them. Probably will do one in 2022. Thanks for the video.
Hey just wanted to say thanx for the all the info on your vids. My wife and I have been gifted a 7 nyt cruise on msc virtuosa on the 1st of sept. Its a first for me and a second for her. I was very nervous about the dress codes of cruising until I watched your channel. So thank you 💯. I'm buzzing for this now 😁😁😁
Oooo! That'll be SO good. Definitely don't worry at all. It's so casual. I have a post on my website with photos from people on MSC cruises >> emmacruises.com/msc-dress-code-guide/ :)
From Emma's description I think I'd love MSC. Service that gets me what I want then buggers off (sorry, that's a NZ or AU phrase). Casual attire suits me perfectly. Multiple language announcements might become tedious, but can be fun as well with pronunciations and trying to determine different words for things. I'd probably end up in the bar with a good stout doing a spot of people watching :)
I really like MSC , at least the south america ones (I only traveled on Brazil departed cruises). And i have a very similar idea of your cruise vacation (tropical version): sit in a pool bar, drinking a cold pilsen and talking with happy random people. *I probably mispelled something.
I don’t think anyone minds the multi language announcements, but the problem is they come on at the worst times, such as during performances
Thanks, Emma another great video!
Thanks Trainbub! 😃❤️
Thank you for this information!
Thank you for this. I am a Princess girl. I love the traditional, and the formal. This showed me that I'm probably not going to enjoy a MSC cruise as much as others. That's what it's all about...doing what works for you.
Yes!! Totally true. 😀❤️
I am a Princess girl also Karen! Never cruised with any other line, never will. I love formal nights and traditional dining and afternoon tea on my balcony is what I love for on sea days! I enjoy hearing about other lines, but i am always afraid to try for fear I will be disappointed.
@@lovecruisin6457 We did Carnival and Premier and RC way back in the 1990's. Since then only Princess. We are going to try HAL. Hope to not be disappointed. But at least the formal part of it will still be a go!
@@kstaffen-justlovescruising I have a 21 day New Zealand/Queensland booked for Feb/Mar 2022 on board the Coral Princess. I am hoping it happens, but who knows with all this Covid stuff.
Thank you that was a wonderful update...you did a marvelous job there....Thanks again💐
"You'll find me in the pub most of the time" - also very British. :)
what would I see Emma drinking?
I hope you dont mind me, a non-British and non-American, to enjoy the pub onboard😊 as well. Much appreciate the excellent habit of visiting a Nice pub. Thanks for this brilliant contribution to civilization! 😎👍
Great video Emma.. What is your favorite cruise line..
Nothing against Pubs but why would you pay to go on a cruise and then sit in a pub for a large portion of your time. Could you not just do that at your local pub and save a couple grand?
@OneHairyGuy Good one! I agree but my point was sitting in a pub while on a cruise is like paying a $200 cover charge to get in to that pub. Most people wouldn't even consider doing that at home.
Thanks for your review, ill be cruising this December in brand new Seascape and now im excited to see how is like☺️
I'm taking my first MSC cruise this coming February 2022 on the Seashore. I'm used to RCL and CCL. Thanks for the video! A few weeks ago I was having second thoughts and thought about pulling out of my reservation, but after watching this vid, I will keep my reservation!
Hey Michael! That’s awesome. Give it a go 😀💕
i think your gonna love it! msc is my fave followed by ccl
MSC Seashore is an amazing ship. Brings back the sea.
@@EmmaCruises Thanks Emma!
@@nan-sea3814 Thank you! I think I will love it!
GREAT Stuff! After years of cruising, I have been looking at MSC, and like what I have seen! Now I am going to book after this Vlog.
I knew I WOULD get the just from you and I want to THANK YOU.
TAKE CARE and be safe!👍☝️
Have a great time! 🥳🥳
A wheelie can 😂 thanks for the heads up tho . Heading on one in February. Looks like it’s going to be worth my while . Your video really sold me
Thanks Emma. First time on MSC in 6 wks on the Virtuosa for 8nts. Was an excellent last-minute bargain but only ever sailed with RC. Your vlog is very helpful. ❤
Have the best time ever!!!! 😀❤️
May I suggest for 1st time cruisers, to book your cruise with a cruise specialist agent. It won't cost more. But there's so much to consider. Age, family size and age of kids. Are you vegan? Can't eat gluten? Also if you really want a balcony (I'd never do Alaska without one), you NEED to know what side of the ship to be on. Same for Venice, Panama Canal and other stops.
Once you do that 1st cruise, you'll know what to watch out for.
BTW cruising is for all types of people who like people. Farmers to large business owners, you'll meet them all. No room for prejudices on a cruise imo.
Thanks for your videos Emma. Your videos always have something I didn't know. Fun to watch.
This was really helpful Emma. I kind of liked the look of the ship. Yes it's probably not going to be to everyone's taste but personally I don't mind a bit of 'fun and kooky' styling even though it can be a little cliche at times. Only found your channel about 5 weeks ago but have been going through ur catalogue and it's great to see both the depth and the frank/ honest commentary you give about the different companies, different styles/ types of cruises out there and all the little hacks you've learnt along your own journey.
In our early-mid 40's ( not that we're known to act it half the time tbh 😂)we've got 92 countries under our belts and travel is definitely our passion but we've only ever cruised once, on the Nile a few years back. I'd love to pick your brains sometime about who you'd think a good, but 'proper' starter cruise for a couple like us would be with. ( whilst appreciating your A. A busy girl and B. Not a free Travel Agent lol.
Even be happy to take part in you using it as content so you got something you could use out of it but also of course would never expect you to act as some kind of personal advisor( less this comes across the wrong way which i'd hate)
Thanks for all the informative, fun and frank content and keep up the great work.
Clay'
Hey Clay! I do do consultations on this kinda but it depends if you think brain picking is worth this much (haha) 😂❤️ If you click on he about me page of EmmaCruises.com I have info about that 💃🏼👏🏼
Thanks for watching 😀👏🏼
I'm sharing this video with a couple friends. I bought them their first cruis for their honeymoon. I have also booked three sailings on an MSC cruise in 2021. Been on over 100 cruises. Not on MSC yet. Looking forward to a good time.. Again thanks for posting this.
As to the APP MSC & ME. It is NOT on the Divina. I am booked on that ship next. So I know. Wish it did. It looks so much fun.
Ahhh!!! Didn’t know they hadn’t updated that yet?! 🤔👎🏼
Nice comparison Emma. Exactly what I would want to know prior to going on the line. It isn't for me as I absolutely love Celebrity although there was a time MSC would have been a great fit for me. Keep up the great videos.
I’m 60 and I love children everywhere on a cruise. Is there anything better than seeing young people have fun? Great review, thanks Emma.
Hi Emma. I’ve just stumbled across your channel and I’m loving it. You speak so much sense and nail everything. I’ve been on MSC Meraviglia and I really didn’t like it. I wouldn’t do another one and again what you said is correct. I’m more happy on P & 0 and Cunard.
Thanks lots Paul! It’s a good job we all like different things I just try to tell people which is for each person 😀😂❤️
Great job Emma!
We (my wife and I) honeymooned on the MSC Seaview. ‘Twas a great experience to be honest.
I just got off the MSC Seashore. Beautiful ship, wonderful entertainment, good food, excellent pizza. Impeccable service in the yacht club. Will definitely cruise with them again.
Got on mine 3 days ago, you went the Caribbean route thing?
This was very informative, thanks.
Thanks for watching 😀👏🏼
Our process for choosing a cruise is based on where we want to go. Then it is about dates and timings. Then we look at the cruise companies available. Whoever you choose to cruise with you accept their offering and just get on and enjoy it. If there is a dress code on board the ship then go along with it, dont go and moan about the fact everyone is dressed up or everyone is casual. I was on a P&O cruise and it was formal night, nearly everyone was in best bib and tucker but a few tried to enter one of the main dining rooms in shorts and sweat shirts only to be turned away. We have been on totally casual ships and at best wore slacks and a smart casual shirt. Either way we enjoyed the cruises. Just do your research and accept the vast majority of fellow cruisers like the various codes on the ships.
As someone who loves going on holiday in Europe, I love MSC, because the ships have such a European feel. I think people who would hate going to Europe, because they would complain about food, or service, or any number of things, would also hate MSC...
Yep that's the way I see it. I want to cruise as the Europeans do when I cruise in Europe.
Agreed 😂😂😂
Sorry to disappoint you, but there is no such thing as a "European feel".
Try an MSC cruise, then TUI, Aida and then Cunard.
All European, all VERY different.
MSC - despite being based in Switzerland - is purely and 100% Italian.
Gianluigi Aponte comes from Southern Italy, near Naples and that is the culture and atmosphere he has getting created on his ships. He also takes a lot of pride in providing job opportunities in his company for his fellow people from Campania, a very poor region of Italy.
Since MSC is market leader in South America they employ (actually have to due to Brasilian regulations) a lot of crew from South American countries. Also because the core markets are all Latin countries - Italy, Spain, France, Portugal. I believe that also contributes to the atmosphere you find on MSC ships.
@@hosnkrocha I think you are missing the point.
I also believe people are too spoiled in life and take things too much for granted.
That's based on behavior i've seen and complaints i've heard. People in general should really learn that it's a PRIVILEGE to cruise (or travel in any way).
It's not normal to eat and drink-all-you-can, it's not normal to snap your fingers and have someone to be at your service. If i hear fellow travelers wining and b***ing about things... i always think: how spoiled can you be complaining about an elevator that's out of order. it's not convenient, but... take the stairs instead.
We ve been on 45 cruises n never sailed MSC we ve herd so many negatives about them but yiu have enlightened us a bit 🌈🇺🇸🇬🇧😎
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I'm booked on MSC Meraviglia in May and I"m looking forward to it. I've been on RCCL, NCL, Princess, Holland. And this is first time on MSC.
thank you for featuring
Ive done 4 msc cruises on splendida this june im going on the vertuosa very excited 😀
I loved the Splendida. She is so elegant and still feels like a ship, not a mall.
My last few cruises have been on Celebrity and P&O but I definitely need to experience MSC someday!
Very informative. Glad I subscribed.
Thanks for watching 😀👏🏼
I can't speak for all Americans but I'd say the food sounds amazing. Plus I agree, if you're hungry find another option(usually not my case haha my eyes are bigger then my tummy) you're my go to for reviews. You're so pleasant I'd wish to have tea with you and your family during tea time ☺️
American here and honestly all these things sound like bliss. I"m on vacation and while I wouldn't mind small talk with my waiter I'm really just there to decompress. I also love pasta and pizza so happy I booked my first cruise with them.
My family loves MSC Cruise Line. If you really want a great cruise experience you need to try the yacht club and a MSC cruise ship. My kids even liked the kids club and MSC seaside better than any of the other they even had a great variety of potato dishes. We are planning on being on the new MSC seashore this year during Thanksgiving. Yes, it also will be in the yacht club.cruise lines.
I agree, Yacht Club is wonderful and will appeal to people who prefer the more upscale cruise lines. We do Yacht Club sometimes and Fantastica other times. Two different experiences. In addition to the foods you mentioned, the cinnamon buns at breakfast are amazing as is their risotto. Don't forget the extraordinary chocolates!
Oooo yes I’d love that! 😀💕
My first msc cruise was February 2020. Minus the kids club it was fantastic. It was right before the world closed for covid-19. Looking forward to seeing them again when travel feels safer.
Yep! 😀👍
Hi Emma, well after your review we've just booked on the Virtuosa from Southamton at the end of November. Only other MSC ship we've done was the Armonia sometime ago, so hope it all goes well. Love the short hair by the way you should definitely keep it that way! Happy Cruising.
Have a great time! 🥳🥳
Emma Nailed it. I do love a chill cruise. I don't mind the dress code. But having choice is the best. I tend to enjoy a good pint and being a wallflower sometimes. Also the friends and family that you travel with is a big part of it as well.. Just me lol. Cheers.
Yes!! My thoughts exactly. Thanks Dylan 😀❤️
Great video. I took 1 MSC Cruise to Cuba. I enjoyed it for the most part the Cruise Director Staff did most of the entertainment.
Thanks Lots 😀❤️
We also did the Armonia to Cuba cruise, the staff on those cruises were the best I have ever had....EVER.
I sailed on MSC on a couple of rock 'n' roll charters; on the Poesia in 2013 and the Divina in 2014. We brought our own entertainment, so I can't speak to the entertainment factor. I had no issues with the food or anything else. And with the lineup of bands we had on board, we didn't really CARE what ship we were on, or where it went. For all we cared, we could have sailed around in circles in the middle of the ocean as long as they kept the music coming.
Yesssss 😃👏🏼
Thanks, Emma, for this info; you’re doing a great job with your channel😊...btw, I’m from Texas
Hey Dianne!’ Thank you 😀💕