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WindinmySails

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  1. I was on Seashore for 20+ days on a Med and trans Atlantic this past October and November. I didn't think the ship was crowded during the trans Atlantic part, usually always found someplace to sit outdoors. When the ship was at almost capacity, it was more difficult. However, I think the design of the ship, although very pretty, is faulty. There were few places, if any, to just sit and play cards in the evening for example. During the day, it wasn't hard to find a quiet place, but the evening and night was a different story. The buffet was usually very difficult to find seating at breakfast, especially on port days. Personally, the food, just wasn't appealing to me. Some meals were fine, but nothing to rave about. I could always count on good grilled chicken and pizza though in the buffet. For example, the chicken parm was served with brown gravy and potatoes. The head chef was supposedly Italian. Mid Atlantic, they ran out of lettuce...my other go to. Buffet hours were limited. Portion sizes were good, not huge...although this was the longest cruise I've been on, it is the only cruise where I didn't gain weight. So there's a plus! The entertainment was interesting and we always found seats to view the shows. Be open minded about the entertainment. Our room was lovely, comforable and for 20+ days, I never felt like I needed more or different space. We had a standard balcony. Most of the staff we interacted with was lovely, friendly, but I didn't think some were well trained for the job. We were giving conflicting information a number of times. At times, leaving the port to the city was difficult and time consuming. This was more in Europe. We also had to pay for buses to most of the port cities...this was unexpected. However, I LOVED the ports. Due to the value and the itinerary, I would cruise with MSC again. However, my husband said he would really have to think about it.
  2. So..an NCL agent told me that all NCL ships were going to a fixed menu, instead of a rotating daily menu in the main dining room. So each day the choices woud be the same, but the menu would be more diverse. I know that this is done on Prima, but does anyone know for sure if this is done fleet wide? We'll be sailing on Getaway in April 2024. Thanks!
  3. If she had insurance, perhaps that would cover the expense of the rest of the missed cruise?
  4. Having been a teacher. I was more worried about being in school than on a cruise ship. I taught close to Columbine. I keep telling myself, there is more good in the world than bad. Believe me, there were times that it was difficult to go to work, after every school shooting, after every mass shooting drill we had in school (once a month....yes, if you have kids, they go through this too) I try to keep perspective. Things are dangerous, travel is dangerous, life is dangerous. I can choose to live in a glass bubble, or I can enjoy life and what it has to offer.
  5. I understand that NCL doesn't link reservations, however, we are traveling with some friends. Can we book specialty restaurants for more than are in our cabin? How can we make sure that when we go to a specialty restaurant that we are all sitting together? Thanks in advance!
  6. I was going to comment, but no need, because I think you will love your choice. The room you are refering to is wonderful! You will also have some Haven benfits without the Haven price tag. We went on the Jewel, did a back to back, with a club balcony, a smaller ship a couple years ago and were so happy with our choice! It was the cruise of a lifetime!
  7. Seashore doesn't have a library...."because of COVID we got rid of it"....(I call BS) or a card room. During the day, many places are good, but watch the schedule for activities. We have played in the Caberet in the back of the ship, the atrium, deck 5 and 6, nice table height, and the Brooklyn bar, the Jungle pool area...all of these mentioned. However, at night, the best choice is the Market Buffet in the area that isn't serving food, as the other venues are being used, or dimmly lit. To be honest, we really had a hard time finding places to play.
  8. We were just in Paris and I do know they'd like to move to that via my Parisienne friend. I did see people putting their phones on the readers but not sure if it was a Navago digital card or a phone app.
  9. I just read that vapes, e-cigs are not even allowed on board. Would love to know more about this. We vape as well, and just booked a 20 day cruise. Darn... https://www.cruisebooking.com/articles/msc-cruise-tips/what-is-not-allowed-on-msc-cruises
  10. Just finished all 10 pages! Very enjoyable read, as always! Sounds like a great experience ....although frustrating at times. I keep talking to Scott about another Alaskan cruise....maybe May 2024? Hugs to you my friend!
  11. Thank you so much for your detailed answer. It takes a lot to ruffle my feathers. The ship looks beautiful, and I do prefer cleaner eating. I don't need a waiter to fawn all over me, either. I realize the cultural differences, and look forward to this opportunity. I actually would enjoy a more subdued environment. I'm in my early 60's and, although I like a good party, I don't want one for 25 days straight. I think the itinerary is amazing, so many places I've yet to experience! Any time on the water is a good time for me!
  12. The matching status is a really nice, unexpected perk.
  13. I look forward to your feedback on this cruise line!
  14. Greetings! I am considering a 25 day Transatlantic cruise in October. I love cruising in a balcony cabin and do like libations when I am cruising. Typically I cruise Norwegian, so drinks and limited WIFI are included. I LOVE the itinerary on this sailing on the SeaShore. My 85 year old mother will be joining my husband and I. She did this cruise last year solo, and said she loved it. She doesn't drink, and had a cabin to herself, last year. I really can't see her staying in the same cabin with us for 25 days, although I'd want her to be close by. I also realize that MSC is different from the "American" lines. I am confused to the the different experiences, and the drink packages, one experience seems to have this included? I am not necessarily wanting the cheapest option, but the most cost effective for the best experience. I also do like a good coffee in my room in the morning; I heard MSC has some of the best. I enjoy the specialty restaurants on Norwegian, but that is not a deal breaker. No idea how the food compares. I enjoy vegetables, seafood and stay away from processed foods, rarely eat red meat, maybe once a month. I've been reading through threads, and it seems that people dissatisfied with MSC are those that compare it to the American lines. I am a pretty flexible person, and do enjoy new experiences. My mother is Hungarian, and lives in Austria for part of the year. I welcome and appreciate suggestions and tips. Thank you in advance!
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