A great weekend getaway

MSC Divina Cruise Review to Caribbean - Bahamas

Cruises: 2-3 cruises
Reviews: 2
Helpful Votes: 49

Overall rating:

4.4 out of 5
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MSC Divina

2 Night Bahamas (Miami Roundtrip)

Sail date: March 01, 2024

Ship: MSC Divina

Cabin type: Inside

Cabin number: 10043

Traveled as: Singles/Friends

Reviewed: 9 months ago

Review summary

MSC makes weekend cruising a no-brainer. For the cost of one nice evening out at a restaurant with cocktail, appetizer, entree, wine, dessert, you can have an entire weekend at sea.

Embarkation

5 out of 5
I don't know what all those YouTubers are complaining about. It could not have been smoother.

Ship experiences

Food and Dining

4 out of 5
Food and drink on cruises are never top notch. But this was solid. The pizza and pasta stood out.

Onboard Activities

4 out of 5
Was a little bummed the main pool, hot tubs, and slide were closed the first day (of a two-day cruise). They reopened it the very next day -- not sure how you shock and prep a pool for instant use, but it was reopened. Lifeguards need to kick unaccompanied minors out of the hot tubs. Especially when they are DIVING and splashing and kicking.

Entertainment

5 out of 5
I didn't see any shows, but the singers in bars sounded good. And if I am to rate anything, the casino was awesome. Great fun, amazing staff. Reasonable bet levels and table minimums.

Service and Staff

5 out of 5
Every single staff member of Divina had a smile on their face every time you saw them. They eagerly greeting you with a smile and hello at every turn.

Ship Quality

5 out of 5
Very manageable and understandable layout. Upper decks had several smaller areas for quieter experience. Main pool deck was always fun.

Cabin / Stateroom

5 out of 5
Interior, so it was pitch black at night. It was awesome. Slept like a baby! Better sleep than at home even. If you don't like that, bring a night light.

Ship tip

Don't bring children. No one wants to experience them. If you do have to bring them, make sure they behave. That's your responsibility

Ports of call

Miami, Florida

5 out of 5
So incredibly convenient to the Brightline station. I actually walked it. Just two miles and a memorable walk over the bridge -- great views.

Nassau, Bahamas

2 out of 5
I didn't even get off the boat. Watched a ton of YouTube videos, asked anyone who'd been there. It's just a bunch of souvenir shops and overpriced restauarants. Nothing to see here.

Disembarkation

5 out of 5
Express disembarkation with no checked luggage. Walked right off the boat. Amazing.
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7 Comments

cpd407     9 months ago

Totally agree about the kids. I've heard way to meny time mothers telling their kids to leave them alone go bother someone ease she was on vacation. I'm glad you had a good time. Thanks for your review.

javawoody     9 months ago

Thanks for the review

byhisgrace     9 months ago

Thanks for your review

XtraviX     9 months ago

I agree with the hands off parenting I've observed on recent cruises. It's embarrassing and disrespectful to others on board.

Gwbigdog     9 months ago

Thanks for sharing

cruising2004     9 months ago

Glad you had a great time! Thank you for your review.

HeavySeas     9 months ago

Thanks for sharing and glad you enjoyed your cruise

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