Mixed feelings

MSC Grandiosa Cruise Review to Europe - Western Mediterranean

Cruises: 2-3 cruises
Reviews: 4
Helpful Votes: 66

Overall rating:

4.2 out of 5
MSC Grandiosa

7 Night Western Mediterranean (Barcelona Roundtrip)

Sail date: November 05, 2022

Ship: MSC Grandiosa

Cabin type: Inside

Cabin number: 8032

Traveled as: Couple

Reviewed: 1 year ago

Review summary

We booked this cruise for the itinerary, for the pizza and wine and I was not disappointed. I really love Italy and the fact we could visit a couple of cities was really nice. We had nice interactions with staff from main dining room but they still need training. I didn't liked the fact that every time they wanted to sell you something, we felt harassed. You clearly can see the Italian management........the staff and services are much better on NCL and Royal. We booked this trip last minute so I consider it a great value for money but to pay the full price I find it a waste of money.

Embarkation

5 out of 5
Easy embarkation process.

Ship experiences

Food and Dining

3 out of 5
Even it is a new ship the design of the main dining rooms is not ideal.....gives you the impression of coolness. The food is good, a lot of salads and dressings and pizza and pasta. Just love the Italian food. The fact they are making fresh mozzarella on board was mind blowing. But no Indian food was available. No tap water at the main dining rooms, I had to pay when requesting water.

Onboard Activities

4 out of 5
Really loved the indoor jacuzzi.

Entertainment

5 out of 5
One of the best I have ever seen on board. There was a themed party every night and people really enjoyed them.

Service and Staff

3 out of 5
I didn't liked that almost all of the time I felt harassed to buy something whenever I was siting at the table. No tap water at the restaurants, if I was requesting water I had to pay. Clearly they are not trained properly.

Ship Quality

4 out of 5
Really liked the main deck where always was something happening.

Cabin / Stateroom

4 out of 5
The color of the room was not screaming enjoy your sleep or just relax........but the bed was quite comfortable. The bathroom is new and really nice. The room had a weird smell since it wasn't ventilated enough.

Ship tip

New ship with corridors that honestly felt like a maze. The main dining room was always overcrowded and most of the time we couldn't find a place at the table.

Ports of call

Barcelona, Spain

5 out of 5
One of my favorite cities in Europe. Really love the vibe and people.

Cannes, France

5 out of 5
2nd time in Cannes and it was still amazing.

Genoa, Italy

5 out of 5
Wow, what a gem. I was super impressed by the beauty and history of this city.

La Spezia, Italy

5 out of 5
Had time to visit a couple of villages by train and enjoyed the views.

Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy

5 out of 5
2nd time in Rome and can't get enough of it.

Palma De Mallorca, Balearic Islands

5 out of 5
When the sun goes down the city comes alive. Really liked it here.

Disembarkation

5 out of 5
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