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1 hour ago, squigglydownunder said:

Has anyone seen/heard anymore about the updates going on there?

 

I wish there was someone who did flyovers of the Bahamas like Bioreconstruct does for Orlando theme parks.

A few updates.  
 

MSC OCEAN CAY UPDATES:

 They have mentioned a few things on the current webinar.

Children’s Lagoon

Updating Current Lagoon

Larger/More Bars

Adding Another Buffett

New Conservation Center

New Housing for Crew/Relaxation/Entertainment Areas

There are suggestions on menu for Vegan and servers can offer other suggestions. Menu has a nice variety of all kinds of dishes.  You might also speak with the chef about your diet.  

There are plenty of shady spots around the ocean house.  But if you need to out of the sun it’s worth it. Have had both locations and prefer the ocean view. 

I’ve used the Diamond perk for lunch at Hola with no problem. 

Enjoying your pictures and reviews.  

1 hour ago, TYMZ2973 said:

Does MSC have any tenders on this itinerary?

Getting conflicting info

Not on this itinerary.  Where are you hearing different?   
Nassau Dominican Republic and San Juan. Are docking ports. 

The Royal suite has a reserved cabana on pool deck.  Just tell your butler what you wish in your cooler. The butlers at the pool deck will help look after you when in your cabana.   Enjoy. 

My review of Seashore February 18-29. 

Embarkation 
Arrived by shuttle service.  Quick  check in at tent.  Once though security was escorted to the check in area.  Very crowded and noisy.  Did not like the process of agents walking around with wristbands and iPad calling out names and numbers.  Hard to hear.  Much prefer the counters with agents calling up guests as they finish with each guest.  It may have just been like this due to the time of my arrival. Butlers escorted a few at a time onboard and to the topsail. Must say that with a fully booked YC it was very crowded and noisy. But as days went by it seemed to be less noticeable.
It was a wonderful family reunion with so many of my MSC family in the terminal and in the Topsail 

Stateroom 
Interior 16019 turned out to be a bad location under the YC kitchen area.  Each night and even during the day loud heavy noises   Interfered with sleep so much by the third morning I went to concierge. No other cabins available to be moved.  William, Christian,and Bianca were very sympathetic but nothing could be done to place me in another location. So even with earplugs I was denied a good nights sleep.  They did speak with the kitchen crew and noise was less for a few nights. I would not recommend this location to light sleepers like myself. I immediately cancelled the same cabin and 
rebooked for my upcoming May cruise to a different cabin.  Hopefully it won’t happen again. 

Butler and Jr Butler
OomahPultee and Ari Sagita did an outstanding job talking care of cabin and supplied all special requests. When I became sick with laryngitis, they showed much concern and took extra care to provide great advice   Ari is very dedicated to performing his job and has great people skills.  I’d highly recommend him for advancement. 

Dining Room
Embarkation day is always hectic and this one was even more so!  Fully booked YC resulted in under staffed situation. Crew from One Pool were finally called up to help.  
Matri D did an excellent job handling each day I was there for dinner and lunch.  
Hostess Ciera handled sitting each guest promptly. And she had a very cheerful personality. 
My main server for dinner  was John and his assistant was Wartawan. What a great team! Cheerfully delivered each order as specified. 
Wine selections were expertly handled by Rodin and Edison  
During lunches I had wonderful service from Manuel and Eblyn. Always ready with suggestions and fulfilled my requests promptly.
Food selections were mostly
Good for me.  Taste is a very subjective issue. If I didn’t like what I saw my to go to dish was pasta. Chef Faiyaz Shaikh always provided my
Special requests and even made several special dishes for our enjoyment. 

Topsail 
After first day, the bartenders knew my morning request and it was provided very quickly. 
The lounge butlers, Ekta,  Lucky, Ariann, were fantastic. Always smiling and making sure I was well taken care of.  Also the regular butlers working in the lounge were very attentive. 
Loved the selection of snacks available all day long.  Especially the different flavors of the potato chips.
The entertainment in the lounge was very good. And a good assortment of musicians and singers.  
I must say this was the best cruise I’ve had that was so easy for making new friends while in the lounge. I really appreciated those of you who knew me from our Facebook group coming up to introduce yourself. I won’t try to name you all as I may leave someone out.  It really enhanced my cruise. You know who you are and I hope our sea paths cross again soon. 

Entertainment 
Wow  what a breath of fresh air is the cruise director, Endrigo!! So much energy and liked how he interacted with the guests.  He has brought life to the Seashore experience. 
Shows were so well done.  Talented singers and dancers and awesome costumes.  

Disembarkation 

I left YC after most were off ship and was escorted to security and quickly out of terminal to wait for shuttle services. 

Looking forward to returning to Seashore in May and December with my son.

Also be very aware of the time frame for tours and the time due back on board before sailing 

16 hours ago, Bgwest said:

Incorrect. On Seascape now:

 

 

Don’t drink so can’t speak to the wine guy. 

Thanks for the correction . My mistake. She is head butler. 

A friend is there now and the YC director is Larissa. 

1 hour ago, Beamafar said:

 

😁

 

I brought up the subject, on our October sailing, at the Diamond Event, of a higher tier having not materialised, despite promises over the years.  Later that day I received a gift of a model of the ship (Musica) signed by the captain.  Was told I was the first one to ever receive a signed one.

Maybe first one from that particular Captain but I have two models signed by several officers 

I was told that whoever's name Is first on the booking is who gets the points.  My husband and I never had the same points   It my also be affected by who pays for the cruise.  I’ve never understood how it works   

22 hours ago, DaKahuna said:

 

 We sail on our first MSC cruise one week from today but we will not be stopping at Ocean Cay unfortunately.  I have heard both good and bad things but we like to experience things for ourselves before passing judgement. 

 

Which ship is not stopping at Ocean Cay?

You will also experience butlers service in te topsail lounge and up n the pool deck.  I’m also on this same cruise in the YC. 

1 hour ago, kapeavey said:

Thanks for your review and pictures. Do you recall if the YC grill was open on embarkation day or is lunch in dining room only option in YC on embarkation day? Thanks. 

Weather permitting both are open. 

2 hours ago, MandyMooToo said:

Juan has done a good job. He was also a server at Ocean House yesterday so we have spent some time with him. Our cabin is 16039. Great layout and it feels really big compared to interiors on RCCL. 

Glad you’re enjoying getting to know Juan Carlos. I’ll be in 16019. I think it’s at the other end from yours.  Hate you missed the light show but yes many videos of it.  Have you posted pictures of your stateroom?  Hope the rest of your cruise is fantastic.   Enjoying your reports. 

MandyMooToo, I’ve had Juan Carlos as butler a few times.  He’s very good. A little quiet but once you interact with him he’s very personable.  Please give him my best regards   I hope he’ll still be there when I sail  in February 

Also what is your cabin number? I’m also in an interior. Thanks.  

Sounds like YC might be fully booked. Enjoy each moment.  Love having lunch in restaurant on embarkation day.  

2 hours ago, MandyMooToo said:

Waiting on the shuttle to the port now. Reading reports from B2Bs that there are still “hundreds of people in the buffet waiting to get off” so it may be a bit before anyone boards. No worries here, we aren’t in the predicted snow storm at home so we are good!

Look forward to seeing your comments and reviews of your cruise. I’ll be there in February.  Hope you have a wonderful cruise.  

Hope you can post pictures of the cabin layout. 

26 minutes ago, MandyMooToo said:

16039

Thanks.  I’ll be in 16019. 

Yes please.  Especially since you are in an interior cabin.  I’ll be there in February so will appreciate your review since it’s been a while since I’ve been there.   What is your cabin number if I may ask?

I hate the new system. I’ve let two certificates expire due to the new rules. I’ll save my playing money and book the YC I want.  

28 minutes ago, morpheusofthesea said:

Resident artist Luke(vocalist), put on a good experience (show) this evening all Billy Joel tunes. Difference is audience was invited to dance like in Le Cabaret Rouge and they did.

In November there was lots of dancing including some of the hosts. Fun to watch.