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MSC Seaside Cruise Review to Caribbean - Western

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Review: 1
Helpful Votes: 11

Overall rating:

4.4 out of 5
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MSC Seaside

11 Night Western Caribbean & Bahamas (Port Canaveral Roundtrip)

Sail date: October 15, 2023

Ship: MSC Seaside

Cabin type: Balcony

Cabin number: 11127

Traveled as: Singles/Friends

Reviewed: 1 year ago

Review summary

Overall a wonderful cruise. It’s great having the Wi-Fi and drink package as part of the price of the ticket.

Embarkation

5 out of 5
Very easy. There were not many passengers in line yet. Everyone was helpful.

Ship experiences

Food and Dining

5 out of 5
Buffet was always good. Had some difficulties the first 2 nights with slow service in the dining room. Our waiter was working hard but there wasn’t cohesiveness. Did get much better towards the end of the cruise.

Onboard Activities

5 out of 5
Spa, trivia, casino - the spa was amazing.

Entertainment

5 out of 5
Performances were excellent all around the ship. Shows in the theater were amazing. So much talent.

Children's Programs

No children

Service and Staff

5 out of 5
Our steward, Jestoni, was excellent. Got us whatever we needed and had the room cleaned promptly each day. Very friendly when we saw him in the halls. Dewi Antari-bar waiter - what a ray of sunshine. Always friendly, remembered our names and drinks. We went to the same bar each evening to see her.

Ship Quality

5 out of 5
Very clean. So many people have trouble with the elevators - maybe some instructions in the room???

Cabin / Stateroom

5 out of 5
Very clean.

Ports of call

Port Canaveral, Florida Did not visit port

Live in FL, already seen it.

Ocean Cay MSC Marine Reserve, Bahamas

3 out of 5
It was nice to walk around and visit the shops and bar but I’m not into the beach or swimming.

Costa Maya (Mahahual), Mexico

3 out of 5
Did not go on any excursions and it was too hot and crowded to enjoy.

Cozumel, Mexico

4 out of 5
Took a trolley to see some of the island. Nice air conditioned vehicle and the tour guide was very knowledgeable. Weather was much nicer today and we were able to shop while on the tour.

Disembarkation

3 out of 5
We did easy walk off. Guess the ship was a little late getting into port and we were directed to the theater with one employee. Luggage was left near the stage and we took a seat. Some people just stood by the exit with their bags. After 1/2 hr, we were allowed to leave and it was fine after that.
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5 Comments

RP82     1 month ago

I'm glad you enjoyed your cruise. Thank you for your review.

Cruisers4Lyfe     3 months ago

Thanks for sharing

javawoody    1 year ago

Thanks for the review

Gwbigdog    1 year ago

Thanks for sharing

cruising2004    1 year ago

Glad you had a great cruise. Thanks for sharing.

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