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MSC Meraviglia Cruise Review to Caribbean - Bahamas

Cruises: 7+ cruises
Review: 1
Helpful Votes: 34

Overall rating:

5 out of 5
MSC Meraviglia

3 Night Bahamas (Miami Roundtrip)

Sail date: August 27, 2021

Ship: MSC Meraviglia

Cabin type: Balcony

Cabin number: 11106

Traveled as: Family (older children)

Reviewed: 3 years ago

Review summary

This was better than expected as we make our return to cruising. We are excited for the next one. I'm glad the ships are returning to service.

Embarkation

5 out of 5
The experience was quick and easy. A negative COVID test within 3 days of sailing was necessary. This was the first cruise with this new health protocol. There were 3 of us traveling. 2 received our results in time, the 3rd person was notified, while we were waiting at the port for the results, that the test was unreadable. Imagine the panic. We called MSC and the phone was answered quickly and the CS agent was checking with a supervisor to see what could be done. In the meantime, a MSC security person walked by and we asked about onsite testing and we were told it is available onsite. We proceeded to terminal, were directed to the testing site. Everything went so very smoothly and we were onboard in 30 mins, including waiting for the test results.

Ship experiences

Food and Dining

5 out of 5
We only ate in the buffet and main dining room. The food was excellent, the service was attentive and the food options were limitless. We really did enjoy the meals.

Onboard Activities

5 out of 5
We used the Bamboo Pool jacuzzi area, which was clean and was monitored. Although we didn't use the pool, we sat at the pool, and it was a great area with fitness classes being held at specified times.

Entertainment

5 out of 5
Enjoyed the live music around the ship. The theater shows were very lively and fun.

Service and Staff

5 out of 5
Everyone was friendly and truly cared. The staff was willing to provide the best service possible. The bartenders, wait staff, buffet servers, waiters and even management, they were all interested in knowing if you needed anything.

Ship Quality

5 out of 5
Great ship with an easy layout.

Cabin / Stateroom

5 out of 5
The bathroom is a bit tight but the shower was comfortable size. The room is small, but a good sized sofa and the balcony was enough for 2 of us to sit and put our feet up.

Ship tip

Enjoy the shows, appreciate the staff, because they truly appreciate the customers.

Ports of call

Ocean Cay MSC Marine Reserve, Bahamas

5 out of 5
Beautiful private island with so much to do and the beaches were fantastic.

Disembarkation

5 out of 5
15 minute exit from room to the sidewalk.
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9 Comments

wakinsupra    3 years ago

Thanks for v review!

hollysmomtravel    3 years ago

💙

BeachDiva    3 years ago

Thank you

Curt34    3 years ago

Glad you had a great cruise. Thanks for the review.

javawoody    3 years ago

Thanks for the review and sharing your experience

willwork4cruz    3 years ago

Wow, that would have been scary. Can't wait to get on that ship!

izrgreen    3 years ago

AuntPinkie    3 years ago

Happy to hear that the on site testing was available. Glad you enjoyed your cruise.

TJ12    3 years ago

Would you recommend paying for an umbrella rental at Ocean Cay?