Seaside, so good in February that we booked again! Exceeded expectations!

[NMsunset]

Howdy CC's!

 

Cruised 24FEB-03MAR, in Balcony Fantastica cabin.

 

Captain Massa and the Entire crew, we encountered/observed, worked very hard for all to have a great vacation experience.

 

The brightwork and glass decor was stunning, as was the amount of cleaning, wiping, and polishing we witnessed by the staff.

 

What stood out to us:

Plenty of bars for a quite drink, smooth music, dancing, high energy party, and deck space to enjoy the awesome Caribbean!

Yes, many bar options...yet not the drunks we see so often on other vacations...this is not a typical US based 'booze cruise' that more resembles the culture of a Nascar infield or truck stop. (My Dad was a trucker, for a while, so yes, I know these places...plus I have been to over a dozen Nascar events and 100's of dirt tracks).

 

Good and some great food that was better than typical USA offerings, always the appropriate temperature and well presented. Well seasoned, not overloaded with salt and grease.

Noticed all the staff with food thermometers, yeah they are serious about food safety and proper temps.

Standouts for us:

Lamb chops on buffet

Dry aged filet at Butchers Cut

Pizza and pasta on buffet

Seafood and sides in MDR

Venchi on Deck 6, EVERTHING :D

 

For us, we enjoy experiencing the multi-national passenger mix on Seaside, this was a positive. The crew were easy to communicate with and any issues were as much our weakness. How many languages do you speak? Not enough is the correct answer, Lol!

 

 

Elevators were fast and efficient, surprised at a few folks actually expecting it to be instant and empty....Wow!

 

Outside deck space, huge and tons of great areas to enjoy the sea.

 

Theater, shows, and performers were TOP Notch, went to every one and enjoyed each....yes Butterflies too.

 

Cheers, enjoy the cruise of your choice!

 

~5,000 cruisers are on Seaside each week having a great time...we booked again for this year, it was that GOOD!

 

Perfect, duh No, what and who is?

[GRANNYOFSIX]

So happy you enjoyed your vacation!! Super positive review :)

[Jaco5NC]

Sounds like a wonderful week! So excited for our turn!

 

 

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[DCGuy64]

Thanks for your review, glad you had such a good time. Happy to hear about the great experiences with food, drink, fellow passengers, overall vibe, etc.!

[billfish]

Good to hear. We are looking at the Sea Side in November. Your comments may put over the edge on this one

[cruzin925]

We also loved the Seaside and the Meraviglia. I would say MSC exceeded my expectations.

[Keith1010]

Great review/report.

 

Keith

[Mellylucy]

Glad you enjoyed your cruise.

[lcpagejr]

Thanks for the review...we are very excited for our turn in less than 2 weeks!!