MSC Seaside Tips

Be sure to download the MSC for me app before sailing. Once on board, you will be able to look at a variety of things on your phone from this app as well as make reservations for shows, massages, etc. I found that about 75 of the cruisers were of varying dialects -- be patient, be kind.

A very nice boat. This line caters to Europeans only!!!! Beware!!!

Bring aboard and card games for entertainment and to pass time. Other than the nightly theatre show, the ship sorely lacks engaging entertainment. Also has several negative interactions with guest services staff. I found them to be quite rude, sarcastic, and dismissive when concerns were brought to their attention; especially one customer service rep by the name of Marisa.

We have absolutely no complaints at all. My husband said this was the first cruise he's taken that he didn't feel rushed, or pressured to get things done in a certain time frame. He says he was actually relaxed and well rested after this cruise. I couldn't agree more. I would suggest that you bring converters for the outlets, they only have 2-120v, but the are so close together that you can only use one outlet at a time.

The kid tracker they advertise is not available, so don't rely on having it. Bring walkie-talkies to communicate on board.

Excellent family cruise.

Pay more attention to the daily schedules as they aren't big on posting or announcing special things going on or when it's formal night, etc.

Don’t miss the nightly theater shows and deck parties

World class ship and service. Enjoy the international crew and guests. (But WiFi service is sketchy at best.)

Book a different cruise

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All you need to do is relax and have a great time!!

Bring costumes for the theme nights

On embarkation day, get to the buffet and load up on prosciutto and seafood Paella, you won't see these again for the entire cruise. Also if you like half and half in your morning coffee, squirell away enough for the trip in your cabin, we ran out Wednesday and had to use milk.

Make sure to get a map or two of the layout of the ship,as soon as you get on, as it is so large. Go to as many shows as you can, I don't think you will be disappointed.

Please go with an open mind and not wit any pre-set ideas- Try to do things that you really want to do and not to just go with the crowd - in this way you will be able to take advantage of what this wonderful ship can offer

Do not book with MSC

Bad customer service long wait lines cold food

IF YOU HAVE SAILED ON MSC AND ESPECIALLY THE YACHT CLUB ON THE DIVINA FORGET THAT. THE SEASIDE IS COMPLETLY DIFFERENT AND 100% BETTER. EXCELLENT FOOD,SERVICE AND ATOMOSPHERE

You better know how to swim or stick to the kiddy pool. The pools have flat bottoms.