Of my past 5 Cruises this one is #1
MSC Armonia Cruise Review to Cuba
7 Night Cuba & Antilles (Miami Roundtrip)
Sail date: March 11, 2019
Ship: MSC Armonia
Cabin type: Oceanview
Cabin number: 8046
Traveled as: Family (young children)
Reviewed: 5 years ago
Review summary
Armonia and its AMAZING Crew. We decided to take this cruise mostly because of its itinerary, timing and reasonable price. The timing was perfect, during the 7th Birthday of our son Eliot, on March 13th, and the cruise dates coinciding with with his school spring break, along with allure of stoping in Cuba. What we did no expect, was the individualized and personable and very especial treatment that Miguel, Lucia and Iryna, Olga along with all the other staff showed us, and especially to our son Eliot. They went above and beyond to make Eliot’s cruise very especial and forever memorable. Eliot was treated to very especial treats in recognition of his 7th birthday, and was welcomed on stage with the staff, as well as getting to meet Iryna, one of the GREAT dance performers. Iryna took the time to talk to Eliot a few times along the cruise and made him feel very especial, Eliot will forever remember her! Olga and the rest of the staff in the Juniors Club were great also. Sunny, made sure our cabin was taken care of. Overall we just wanted send a "BIG THANKS” to Miguel, Lucia, Iryna, Olga and Sunny, without leaving out ALL the other fantastic staff, that made our time in the MSC Armonia so WONDERFUL, creating AMAZING memories for us and especially for our son Eliot. From the bottom of our hearts! THANK YOU! Olga, James & Eliot PS: We hope these comments reach the staff of the MSC Armonia and are shared with all, we truly do appreciate how especial they made our cruise!Embarkation
Ship experiences
Food and Dining
Marco Polo Restaurant
Food was great and service was top notch. We ate dinner there each night of our cruise. Always something new to try on the menu.
Onboard Activities
Gym
It was just fine. My wife and I both worked out here and it met our needs just fine. As with any ship running on the treadmill is a bit tricky depending on how big the waves are. Be sure to hold on to something.
InternetCafe
I used it several times. As the cruise director told us it is satellite internet so it may not be what you are used to using but it worked each time I needed it.
Entertainment
La Fenice Theatre
The best theatre experience of the 5 cruises I have taken. The performers were fabulous and very approachable.
Children's Programs
Children Area
This area was fabulous for our 7 year old son. He made many new friends and regardless of the language barriers with the other kids they all had a great time.
Service and Staff
Ship Quality
Cabin / Stateroom
Ship tip
Book the Balcony room if more than two people. The Oceanview rooms are nice but a bit cramped for two adults and a 7 year old.
Ports of call
Miami, Florida Did not visit port