mamagale Cruise Review on MSC Divina on Sep 16, 2017

Item: MSC Divina
Rating: 5
Author: mamagale

MSC Divina Cruise Review

mamagale

Contributor Level: Purser

Review: 1

Helpful Votes: 16

Overall rating:

5 out of 5

Sail date: September 16, 2017

Ship: MSC Divina

Reviewed: 7 years ago

Review summary

I loved everything about this cruise! I have no desire to ever sail with any other cruise line although I would like to check out the new ship MSC will be introducing later this year. Divina is a huge ship & I lost my bearings several times, but always found crew willing to help me get where I wanted to go, often walking me there personally! I had read so many negative reviews about MSC and honestly, I just do not get it! My stateroom (Interior cabin #13176) was always spotless. Each time I returned to it I had clean towels and the bed was remade. Initially I had an issue with the safe (no charge to use it) which was quickly & easily resolved. The food was good, I didn't like everything I tried, but I was able to try new things & there was always plenty & a good variety of things I did like, so trust me, I didn't go hungry! Our initial itinerary was changed due to the hurricanes & I liked the new one even better than the original! Montego Bay, Jamaica was really fun. Georgetown, Grand Cayman was lovely. We took cheap transport to the beach at Costa Maya, Mexico & had a fantastic day! I skipped the port at Nassau because I wanted to chill & just relax the last day on board and I had a great "me day". There were always plenty of activities scheduled throughout the day and evening onboard & the evening entertainment in the Pantheon theater was always top notch & fast paced. Reymond & Anna were top notch in the garden bar & pool area (adults only) and we never went thirsty! The only things lacking were so minor as to hardly be worth mentioning, but I will anyway. The only clock I could find onboard was on the outside deck on 7. I don't wear a watch & didn't want to carry my phone everywhere so catching up with the rest of my gang was sometimes challenging. And maybe it is by design to maintain the ambiance of the ship, but I was often frustrated by the lack of trashcans throughout the ship. So pack your bags & board Divina! You won't be disappointed!

21 Comments

Cruisesomemore 7 years ago

Mamagale, I give you five stars for your review !!! I must have been on the same cruise and had a great time tho it's strange. We diverted to Jamaica, Grand Cayman quick trip to Miami then down to Cozumel for nearly 3 days..!! Did you go on the 16th Sept cruise? We were on the 2nd to 9th cruise. Anyway, I agree with everything you wrote including the trash cans! Will sail again MSC again.

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bobherb 7 years ago

no carry on alcohol

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bobherb 7 years ago

not sure on msc.... better Google it...I know carnival one bottle of wine

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copen1024 7 years ago

can you bring alcohol on the ship in your suitcase?

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Aprillove17 7 years ago

Thanks for the idea on the watch. I will have to invest in one with a alarm.so I won't have to carry my phone all the time.

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mamagale 7 years ago

Thanks!

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bobherb 7 years ago

take a little battery powered clock in ur room ....use as an alarm as needed

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mamagale 7 years ago

that's a great idea about a cheap watch; I hope I'll remember til next cruise!

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harlyri11323146 7 years ago

As far as clocks , I put my electronics in the safe and leave them there, I bought a cheap watch in Nassau 3 yrs ago I use it strictly on cruises

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mamagale 7 years ago

no, I had an inside cabin. all I did in there was shower, change & sleep! got all the beautiful views I could ever need of the ocean, ports & sunsets from the top deck in the garden bar! plus the bonus of a lovely built-in breeze 24/7! also a plus in the room was a well-functioning thermostat. I like it cold to sleep. just remember to keep the bathroom door open when you shower or it steams up terribly cus it is rather small. and 2 of the 4 pillows are really soft which is an absolute must for me!

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adriane53 7 years ago

I will be on divinia on November 4

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bobherb 7 years ago

thank u very much...I was thinking that...did u have a balcony

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mamagale 7 years ago

I loved it! very clean & quiet. You'll be on the other side of the ship from where I was but it's an easy walk up to the buffet on 14 & the garden bar & pool on 15!

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bobherb 7 years ago

how did you like your room...I am in 13215 October 28

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Bakingladydi 7 years ago

Just boarded the Divina today and am looking forward to experiencing this ship.

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bbhellriegel 7 years ago

I was on the Divina almost 2 years ago. maybe they have improved the food and daily activitirs6.

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DebDoesCruises1 7 years ago

We thought the food was very good...tried all the specialty restaurants and they did not disappoint...it is a total different experience then the "party" ships but if you enjoy nice , quiet relaxful days...this is the ship for you..if you like loud banging music, bellyflop contests etc...you may want to try another .....thank God we have so many choices 😃

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bbhellriegel 7 years ago

I was just so disappointed in the food and lack of things to do during the day.

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DebDoesCruises1 7 years ago

I sailed Divina and it was a wonderful cruise. Food, entertainment and cleanliness were top notch. Nice laid back environment. Don't let the negative reviews scare you...it was wonderful!

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Travelwizard1 7 years ago

Since I am trying this ship in December it was nice to hear a positive review. About the no clocks... I already have my watch and battery operated alarm clock packed. Thanks.

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GIL155 7 years ago

In the near future I will be on the Divina. Two VERY POSITIVE reviews this morning. I really like the fact YOU were able to accept the new unplanned ports and enjoy them. Lack of trash receptacles is something we have notice on other cruise ships too. (Health issue??) So glad you enjoyed your cruise.

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