My Yacht club observation, is it worth it? I say yes.

Yacht Club observation.

Hi, I want to say straight up that I have only cruised YC,and have another booked in June on the Meraviglia.

The reason for this post is…… why would you sail any otherway? And I’ll make it clear it is just MY observation, I’m not knocking anyone’s choice of cabin/experience selection so don’t take it personal.

I see so many posts and questions about when can I embark/disembark?What time can I eat? What drinks package do I get, and my wife doesn’t drink sodoes that mean that she has to get the same package? Price of water? Can I bringthis/that……. What’s extra in my package?, do I need to pay for blah blah blah….

I see so many reasons not to travel any other way than YC,and its not only about mini bar (yes it is lol). Is it just me? My DW and I work hard and like to indulge in some of life’s luxuries now and again.

We are traveling economy to Europe from Melbourne, Australiaand plan to make the 23 odd hours sitting in a pressurised tin can torture chamber worth it :( We are away for a month in Europe and plan to make every day count.

The price of YC is more expensive I know, but if you book an early bird price and look for promotional deals the price would make it an better option even if it’sonly a few hundred dollars more PP? Surely booking 12-18 months out you can snap a great deal in YC?

We booked an inside YC cabin on the newest MSC ship the Meraviglia for AU$1600.00 (approx. US$1226.00 & Euro 1135.00) Per Person, I say that a bargain! And I’m sure some around the world have got it cheaper (we always seem to pay more in OZ)

When you look at the price of a normal Balcony cabin versus a YC Balcony, isn’t it better “Value” to be in YC? Is it just the money reason? Do people look at the price of YC before choosing the cheaper option to see if it’s worth it in the end?

We drink and like the peace and quiet of YC and to be able to dine at our leisure. Plus all of the little “Extras” that you get in YC is all for the taking, priority check in/boarding, escorted 1st off at the ports, private access to the Spa, private restaurant and concierge, late night supper in the private lounge, private pool

area and deck chairs when and where you want! Bar staff justwaiting to look after your needs and wants, 24 Hour Butler service, anythingyou want (within reason) they will accommodate. If we want to see the rest ofthe ship, we can go and look around the shops, drink (now that drinks are included at all

bars) eat, dance, see the shows, gamble, anything we likeand then when it’s time to relax away from it all, slip that YC Cruise Card in the slot and come back to paradise…. ;)

Coffee when you want, drinks when you want, restocked complimentary mini bar, food when you want……. You get the idea. If you added up all of the extra drink packages, coffee packages, specialty dining, pizza late at night,room service, cake or cheese and crackers with that baileys night cap, is it notworth moving up to YC? Jeez I’m starting to sound like acommercial LOL

I understand if your happy that you got your booking at that super cheap price they advertised last year, but did you do the sums and see how much more you will be paying for all of the little things that weren’t in your booking? Then adding them up at the end of your holiday?

Also you have to include the dollar value for the convenience and having a crowd free environment plus YC is in a great location high up and forward on the ship and with great views etc.

Anyway I have carried on enough and I’m sure to get some flak but hey it’s just one man’s observation. If you can try YC you should at least look into it and give it a go and be spoilt, its awesome. I won’t travel any other way now and others who have cruised YC say the same.

Ciao!

Great post !!!

We have to remember that most cruisers aren't CC members and many cruisers don't know what the "ship within a ship" concept is really like. Some cruisers think that MSC Yacht Club and NCL Haven guests are stuck up snobs like Rose's mother in Titanic. Those same people think that "steerage" passengers have all of the fun (like Rose dancing below deck) while the "pinky in the air while sipping tea" crowd in the Yacht Club is the epitome of boring.

Some cruisers think that MSC Yacht Club and NCL Haven guests are stuck up snobs like Rose's mother in Titanic. Those same people think that "steerage" passengers have all of the fun (like Rose dancing below deck) while the "pinky in the air while sipping tea" crowd in the Yacht Club is the epitome of boring.

LOL, you killed me with this comparison as I was thinking about it last time I watched Titanic - after booking our YC suite on Divina. I was thinking about the scene when a mother in the rich people section was teaching her young daughter how to sit straight at the table while sipping the tea gracefully. And I was picturing myself with my 5 year old son, teaching him how to act like a gentleman :)

Of course, nowadays it's not the same but I imagine some people that are not in YC or Haven tend to think this way.....

For us it will be the first time ever on a cruise now on the 1st of April and we booked directly YC as other cruise lines are way more expensive for the same services. But, at the beginning, when we started to think of cruising, we were considering balcony, not knowing what YC brings along.

Great observations Stealthy! I completely agree.

We had our first YC experience last Christmas and to be away from the crowds and queues was worth a lot, never mind all the other wonderful perks.

Booked again for next January and have persuaded our friends to come along too. Hope they like it as much as we do, although what's not to like?

Yacht Club observation.

 

Hi, I want to say straight up that I have only cruised YC,and have another booked in June on the Meraviglia.

 

The reason for this post is…… why would you sail any otherway? And I’ll make it clear it is just MY observation, I’m not knocking anyone’s choice of cabin/experience selection so don’t take it personal.

 

I see so many posts and questions about when can I embark/disembark?What time can I eat? What drinks package do I get, and my wife doesn’t drink sodoes that mean that she has to get the same package? Price of water? Can I bringthis/that……. What’s extra in my package?, do I need to pay for blah blah blah….

 

I see so many reasons not to travel any other way than YC,and its not only about mini bar (yes it is lol). Is it just me? My DW and I work hard and like to indulge in some of life’s luxuries now and again.

 

We are traveling economy to Europe from Melbourne, Australiaand plan to make the 23 odd hours sitting in a pressurised tin can torture chamber worth it :( We are away for a month in Europe and plan to make every day count.

 

The price of YC is more expensive I know, but if you book an early bird price and look for promotional deals the price would make it an better option even if it’sonly a few hundred dollars more PP? Surely booking 12-18 months out you can snap a great deal in YC?

 

We booked an inside YC cabin on the newest MSC ship the Meraviglia for AU$1600.00 (approx. US$1226.00 & Euro 1135.00) Per Person, I say that a bargain! And I’m sure some around the world have got it cheaper (we always seem to pay more in OZ)

 

When you look at the price of a normal Balcony cabin versus a YC Balcony, isn’t it better “Value” to be in YC? Is it just the money reason? Do people look at the price of YC before choosing the cheaper option to see if it’s worth it in the end?

 

We drink and like the peace and quiet of YC and to be able to dine at our leisure. Plus all of the little “Extras” that you get in YC is all for the taking, priority check in/boarding, escorted 1st off at the ports, private access to the Spa, private restaurant and concierge, late night supper in the private lounge, private pool

 

area and deck chairs when and where you want! Bar staff justwaiting to look after your needs and wants, 24 Hour Butler service, anythingyou want (within reason) they will accommodate. If we want to see the rest ofthe ship, we can go and look around the shops, drink (now that drinks are included at all

 

bars) eat, dance, see the shows, gamble, anything we likeand then when it’s time to relax away from it all, slip that YC Cruise Card in the slot and come back to paradise…. ;)

 

Coffee when you want, drinks when you want, restocked complimentary mini bar, food when you want……. You get the idea. If you added up all of the extra drink packages, coffee packages, specialty dining, pizza late at night,room service, cake or cheese and crackers with that baileys night cap, is it notworth moving up to YC? Jeez I’m starting to sound like acommercial LOL

 

I understand if your happy that you got your booking at that super cheap price they advertised last year, but did you do the sums and see how much more you will be paying for all of the little things that weren’t in your booking? Then adding them up at the end of your holiday?

 

Also you have to include the dollar value for the convenience and having a crowd free environment plus YC is in a great location high up and forward on the ship and with great views etc.

 

Anyway I have carried on enough and I’m sure to get some flak but hey it’s just one man’s observation. If you can try YC you should at least look into it and give it a go and be spoilt, its awesome. I won’t travel any other way now and others who have cruised YC say the same.

 

Ciao!

A great argument, and well put, A.

The price being quoted at the moment on the Ireland website is €2299 pp for a YC Inside!!! :eek: That's double your price (Meraviglia prices generally are ridiculous in Ireland at present - even for the winter months) or, looking at it another way, you've got 2 for the price of 1 at our rates.

While I agree with an awful lot of what you say, YC can often be at least double the price of a balcony cabin and not always worth the extra to those who may be able to stretch their budget. Having been in YC on 3 occasions (and, as you know, will be with you on Meraviglia) we're happy to settle for a balcony with a premium drinks package as there never seems to be reasonable offers in YC around these parts. Sure, YC is a fantastic concept but I'd rather do more cruises a year in a lower level cabin than spend the budget on fewer trips with higher end ones. For us, YC is for occasions which makes it an extra special treat and stand-out from regular cruises. With our upcoming one, it happens to be DH's birthday while onboard but that wasn't the reason for going YC. We booked when the 20% Black Card discount was still in existence and couldn't resist the price point it came in at. It would cost us almost €2000 more were we to book it now!

Of course, YC is not available across the fleet so there isn't always a choice - certainly, Aurea Suite bookings on the smaller ships don't come anywhere near the YC experience and are usually in and around similar prices.

We are in the YC lounge enjoying a lovely cup of coffee as we sail into San Juan. We could be fighting the masses on the Lido deck but are instead snacking on smoked salmon and cheeses. Our sea day afternoons ar spent topside where the real estate appears to be about 10:1 or more in space, not to mention free drinks, buffet lunch , snacks. It can be pricey but where the budget allows it is an extraordinary experience [emoji4]

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Sure, YC is a fantastic concept but I'd rather do more cruises a year in a lower level cabin than spend the budget on fewer trips with higher end ones.

Yes Bea very true, good call. I suppose it's comes down to how many times a year you cruise and making it work for you.

Getting more excited today as we can print our documents. Yippee [emoji2]

We are in the YC lounge enjoying a lovely cup of coffee as we sail into San Juan. We could be fighting the masses on the Lido deck but are instead snacking on smoked salmon and cheeses. Our sea day afternoons ar spent topside where the real estate appears to be about 10:1 or more in space, not to mention free drinks, buffet lunch , snacks. It can be pricey but where the budget allows it is an extraordinary experience [emoji4]

 

 

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You have got it in one Trina. Enjoy the treats. They are so good aren't they.

Say Hi to Putu our last Butler if he's still on board.

Getting more excited today as we can print our documents. Yippee [emoji2]

I have to admit that I'm looking forward to this cruise with huge anticipation and excitement.

While on the subject, perhaps you'd do me a favour - can you check out the Explorer Formula offers at your end? On my booking, the first package has 3 excursions with the 1 for Genoa only for those in transit so that's of no use to me. The other 2 Explorer Formula packages have only 2 port excursions included (Genoa/Valletta and Marseille/Valletta) but the prices are such that I'm convinced they each should include another port excursion. Otherwise, MSC is charging more for the 2 excursions as part of the package than if they were purchased individually - almost the price of another excursion.

How are managing to print your docs - I can't even do log check-in? This is what I get:

Please be informed that for this departure the web check is not available yet. Please try again 60 days before the departure date.

Have you made your final payment?

I get what you're saying, but... it's not just a couple $100 difference. YC was sold out on my Meraviglia cruise so I can't directly compare, but you state your YC inside was 1135 euros pp, above another price was 2299 euros pp. While not the same cruise so not directly comparable, our Fantastica inside was £289pp- or 332 euros. While I'm sure I'd love the experience in YC, I'll take the cheaper cabin and be able to afford another cruise later in the year thanks. Maybe when I'm older and richer I'll be happy to splash that kind of cash on a cruise :P

Inside cabins on our Meraviglia booking for June 16 are now priced at ................................... wait for it!! (drum rolls, please) .......................................................... €1499 per person. That's for a Bella booking with nothing included.

Inside cabins on our Meraviglia booking for June 16 are now priced at ................................... wait for it!! (drum rolls, please) .......................................................... €1499 per person. That's for a Bella booking with nothing included.

Ouch Bea, USA site is showing $1138 for same Bella inside right now. Still expensive by USA standards!

Ouch Bea, USA site is showing $1138 for same Bella inside right now. Still expensive by USA standards!

Craaazzzzeeeeeee prices!!!! We only paid €156 pp more for YC than what MSC is charging here (in Ireland) for Bella Inside. :eek: And we've got €400 OBC included! :cool:

Looking at comparing prices on NCL or RCCL for all inclusive suites, MSC YC suites are significantly less. From that perspective, YC is well worth it.

If you see no value in the concierge, butler, Le Muse, Top Sail Lounge, inclusive drinks, etc, then it won't be worthwhile (and definitely won't ge worthwhile for suites on NCL or RCCL. Does Carnival offer anything similar to the YC?

Looking at comparing prices on NCL or RCCL for all inclusive suites, MSC YC suites are significantly less. From that perspective, YC is well worth it.

Agree totally. We did a suite on Celebrity for a lot more than what YC costs and it didn't come next nor near the YC experience. Also, I find that balcony cabins on Royal often cost more than YC and that's without included drinks, let alone all the added benefits that YC offers.

However, it's all very well saying what great value YC is but it's still outside some people's budget which makes the point moot.

Looking at comparing prices on NCL or RCCL for all inclusive suites, MSC YC suites are significantly less. From that perspective, YC is well worth it.

 

If you see no value in the concierge, butler, Le Muse, Top Sail Lounge, inclusive drinks, etc, then it won't be worthwhile (and definitely won't ge worthwhile for suites on NCL or RCCL. Does Carnival offer anything similar to the YC?

No...not yet. On the Vista Carnival does "Havana Suites" - exclusive pool, deck area and bar but only during the day, I believe. It is not set up to be like the Haven or YC - with any additional ammenities.

Carnival really comes up short in terms of suite offerings. About the only perk is priority boarding and maybe disembarkation and tenders. You are getting a bigger room and bathroom, but not even particularly more lavish. We've stopped paying for suites on Carnival, look instead to a nice aft.

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Carnival really comes up short in terms of suite offerings. About the only perk is priority boarding and maybe disembarkation and tenders. You are getting a bigger room and bathroom, but not even particularly more lavish. We've stopped paying for suites on Carnival, look instead to a nice aft.

 

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Yep...us too!

Yacht Club observation.

 

Hi, I want to say straight up that I have only cruised YC,and have another booked in June on the Meraviglia.

 

The reason for this post is…… why would you sail any otherway? And I’ll make it clear it is just MY observation, I’m not knocking anyone’s choice of cabin/experience selection so don’t take it personal.

 

I see so many posts and questions about when can I embark/disembark?What time can I eat? What drinks package do I get, and my wife doesn’t drink sodoes that mean that she has to get the same package? Price of water? Can I bringthis/that……. What’s extra in my package?, do I need to pay for blah blah blah….

 

I see so many reasons not to travel any other way than YC,and its not only about mini bar (yes it is lol). Is it just me? My DW and I work hard and like to indulge in some of life’s luxuries now and again.

 

We are traveling economy to Europe from Melbourne, Australiaand plan to make the 23 odd hours sitting in a pressurised tin can torture chamber worth it :( We are away for a month in Europe and plan to make every day count.

 

The price of YC is more expensive I know, but if you book an early bird price and look for promotional deals the price would make it an better option even if it’sonly a few hundred dollars more PP? Surely booking 12-18 months out you can snap a great deal in YC?

 

We booked an inside YC cabin on the newest MSC ship the Meraviglia for AU$1600.00 (approx. US$1226.00 & Euro 1135.00) Per Person, I say that a bargain! And I’m sure some around the world have got it cheaper (we always seem to pay more in OZ)

 

When you look at the price of a normal Balcony cabin versus a YC Balcony, isn’t it better “Value” to be in YC? Is it just the money reason? Do people look at the price of YC before choosing the cheaper option to see if it’s worth it in the end?

 

We drink and like the peace and quiet of YC and to be able to dine at our leisure. Plus all of the little “Extras” that you get in YC is all for the taking, priority check in/boarding, escorted 1st off at the ports, private access to the Spa, private restaurant and concierge, late night supper in the private lounge, private pool

 

area and deck chairs when and where you want! Bar staff justwaiting to look after your needs and wants, 24 Hour Butler service, anythingyou want (within reason) they will accommodate. If we want to see the rest ofthe ship, we can go and look around the shops, drink (now that drinks are included at all

 

bars) eat, dance, see the shows, gamble, anything we likeand then when it’s time to relax away from it all, slip that YC Cruise Card in the slot and come back to paradise…. ;)

 

Coffee when you want, drinks when you want, restocked complimentary mini bar, food when you want……. You get the idea. If you added up all of the extra drink packages, coffee packages, specialty dining, pizza late at night,room service, cake or cheese and crackers with that baileys night cap, is it notworth moving up to YC? Jeez I’m starting to sound like acommercial LOL

 

I understand if your happy that you got your booking at that super cheap price they advertised last year, but did you do the sums and see how much more you will be paying for all of the little things that weren’t in your booking? Then adding them up at the end of your holiday?

 

Also you have to include the dollar value for the convenience and having a crowd free environment plus YC is in a great location high up and forward on the ship and with great views etc.

 

Anyway I have carried on enough and I’m sure to get some flak but hey it’s just one man’s observation. If you can try YC you should at least look into it and give it a go and be spoilt, its awesome. I won’t travel any other way now and others who have cruised YC say the same.

 

Ciao!

Stealthy, I couldn't have said it better myself. We have sailed in the Divina YC three times and we have booked the new Seaside YC for January 2018. We try to do 2 cruise per year, but, as my wife said, we would be willing to cut that to one cruise per year in order to afford the YC. Hopefully we won't have to do that. lol

Stealthy, I couldn't have said it better myself. We have sailed in the Divina YC three times and we have booked the new Seaside YC for January 2018. We try to do 2 cruise per year, but, as my wife said, we would be willing to cut that to one cruise per year in order to afford the YC. Hopefully we won't have to do that. lol

Yes, perfect Danbee.

It's the quality over quantity for us and I think other people do the same when they can.

Happy YC cruising

Booked our first cruise four years and DW said she hated it at the time (Britannia TA in a suite but I think it was the boredom of too many sea days for her if such a thing exists???) but last year our new TA had an offer on too good to refuse so did Voyager of the seas repos to Singapore.

Both those times I started with a fairly decent balcony cabin and overtime upgraded to a suite as the fact I HATE queues being my main rationale plus other perks...

This year when my TA had an MSC Divina offer on I knew I wanted a suite from the outset (why mess about, just embrace it I thought) but we were both then wowed by the whole YC experience once I researched it and cannot wait till Oct as I'm sure we may have found our home of cruising as it just sounds so appealing for all the reasons raised by the OP :-)

Whilst pricey for the YC I would not call myself an avid cruiser and whilst I do like to have three holidays a year I wouldn't spend all three of them cruising so the ability to save the difference between a YC and other cabin to have another cruise doesn't influence me as we are a bit set in our ways of Egypt in the Spring, the Med in Summer (not cruising) and then we used to alternate year on year with a trip to the US / A cruise during Oct but with stops in Miami before and after the Divina and then off to New York afterwards this year gives us the best of both worlds!!!!

PS I am also as far away as possible from Roses mother (although my mother was called Rose!!!) as I'm a Manchester (UK) lad born & bred (or 'dragged up in Manchester' as DW puts it :-) )

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Yes, perfect Danbee.

 

It's the quality over quantity for us and I think other people do the same when they can.

Happy YC cruising

I agree with our Mexican friend (only Aussies will get that reference!!) with flight times so long to Europe or U.S.A. we try for at least 4 weeks holiday time. We have cruised twice with MSC in the YC and are due on board on Saturday for another re-positioning cruise in YC on MSC Fantasia.

We always look for repo cruises now as the value tends to be better on a "per day" cost, plus MSC throw in extras such as free excursions, internet and laundry discount packages. Did a TA from Brazil to Italy, this next one is Dubai to Genoa and we are booked on MSC Dubai to Yokohama next year.

When you work out the costs of drinks and other extras the YC is definitely great value. We have met quite a few fellow Aussies in YC ......

Cheers Avaction, from south of the border [emoji6]

I like the idea of a TA cruise one day but hey I'm still a young buck at 51.

Yacht Club observation.

 

Hi, I want to say straight up that I have only cruised YC,and have another booked in June on the Meraviglia.

 

The reason for this post is…… why would you sail any otherway? And I’ll make it clear it is just MY observation, I’m not knocking anyone’s choice of cabin/experience selection so don’t take it personal.

 

I see so many posts and questions about when can I embark/disembark?What time can I eat? What drinks package do I get, and my wife doesn’t drink sodoes that mean that she has to get the same package? Price of water? Can I bringthis/that……. What’s extra in my package?, do I need to pay for blah blah blah….

 

I see so many reasons not to travel any other way than YC,and its not only about mini bar (yes it is lol). Is it just me? My DW and I work hard and like to indulge in some of life’s luxuries now and again.

 

We are traveling economy to Europe from Melbourne, Australiaand plan to make the 23 odd hours sitting in a pressurised tin can torture chamber worth it :( We are away for a month in Europe and plan to make every day count.

 

The price of YC is more expensive I know, but if you book an early bird price and look for promotional deals the price would make it an better option even if it’sonly a few hundred dollars more PP? Surely booking 12-18 months out you can snap a great deal in YC?

 

We booked an inside YC cabin on the newest MSC ship the Meraviglia for AU$1600.00 (approx. US$1226.00 & Euro 1135.00) Per Person, I say that a bargain! And I’m sure some around the world have got it cheaper (we always seem to pay more in OZ)

 

When you look at the price of a normal Balcony cabin versus a YC Balcony, isn’t it better “Value” to be in YC? Is it just the money reason? Do people look at the price of YC before choosing the cheaper option to see if it’s worth it in the end?

 

We drink and like the peace and quiet of YC and to be able to dine at our leisure. Plus all of the little “Extras” that you get in YC is all for the taking, priority check in/boarding, escorted 1st off at the ports, private access to the Spa, private restaurant and concierge, late night supper in the private lounge, private pool

 

area and deck chairs when and where you want! Bar staff justwaiting to look after your needs and wants, 24 Hour Butler service, anythingyou want (within reason) they will accommodate. If we want to see the rest ofthe ship, we can go and look around the shops, drink (now that drinks are included at all

 

bars) eat, dance, see the shows, gamble, anything we likeand then when it’s time to relax away from it all, slip that YC Cruise Card in the slot and come back to paradise…. ;)

 

Coffee when you want, drinks when you want, restocked complimentary mini bar, food when you want……. You get the idea. If you added up all of the extra drink packages, coffee packages, specialty dining, pizza late at night,room service, cake or cheese and crackers with that baileys night cap, is it notworth moving up to YC? Jeez I’m starting to sound like acommercial LOL

 

I understand if your happy that you got your booking at that super cheap price they advertised last year, but did you do the sums and see how much more you will be paying for all of the little things that weren’t in your booking? Then adding them up at the end of your holiday?

 

Also you have to include the dollar value for the convenience and having a crowd free environment plus YC is in a great location high up and forward on the ship and with great views etc.

 

Anyway I have carried on enough and I’m sure to get some flak but hey it’s just one man’s observation. If you can try YC you should at least look into it and give it a go and be spoilt, its awesome. I won’t travel any other way now and others who have cruised YC say the same.

 

Ciao!

It's like I wrote this myself. I don't have YC for our inaugural MSC trip on Seaside, but had I been a bit more educated I might. Still, Aft Cabin on Seaside so we're not slumming it either.

Just the peace of mind that must come with the YC is worth a least a 20% premium. Then add in the total lack of hassle every day. As the OP said.. deck chair? No worries. Show seats? No worries.

Now, if I could just figure out what to do with a butler. My only worry might be that I'd bore them to death because I don't know what to do with them.