MouseBerry Posted April 16, 2018 #1 Share Posted April 16, 2018 Hi, will start my cruise on MSC Meraviglia in two days and just in the "pack the bags" process. I'm thinking to reduce the amount of cloth and use laundry service on board. There are laundry packages which seems like good value for money. Searched the forum for details, and of course official MSC website as well, but coudn't figure out whether laundy packages include dry cleaning only or dry cleaning and ironing. If they would include cleaning and ironing the packs would really a bargain, thus I doubt it. But if only cleaning is included how will it be charged if ironing is required? Cleaning is covered with the pack and ironing is according to the a la carte laundry menu? Maybe one of the fellow board members used the service already. Cheers MouseBerry Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SirWolf Posted April 16, 2018 #2 Share Posted April 16, 2018 As per description of the laundry packages (Seaview , West Med) "Dry Cleaning is excluded". Quote: "Garments are washed, dried and (ironed) ready to put away". Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MouseBerry Posted April 16, 2018 Author #3 Share Posted April 16, 2018 Hi SirWolf, that makes totally sense. I was a bit fooled by the German MSC website, which shows 3 laundry packages: 10pcs@15€ 20pcs@25€ 40pcs@45€ The description of the two smaller packages doesn't tell much about the details, but the bigger package desc. tells all the details. And there it is described as you said: package include washing, drying and ironing, but dry cleaning is excluded. The a la carte laundry menu shows 3 colums: dry cleaning, wash&ironing, ironing only. From this menu I could see a single shirt washing, drying and ironing cost more than 5€. So I consider laundry packages a good deal. Cheers MouseBerry Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SirWolf Posted April 16, 2018 #4 Share Posted April 16, 2018 So I consider laundry packages a good deal. Hi MouseBerry, I agree. The packages purchased in advance are pretty good. On the US website of MSC the prices for Western Med on Seaview are: 10pcs $20 20pcs $30 40pcs $54 The prices are close to the European prices considering the exchange rate. That is cheaper than my local laundromat... they charge $2.50 +tax for a laundered shirt (washing & pressing). Best Regards, SirWolf Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mama Lo Posted April 17, 2018 #5 Share Posted April 17, 2018 I was on the Divina two weeks ago, buying the laundry package was the best decision! We traveled from the states to the Mediterranean with only carryons! We bought the 40 piece package and sent clothes each day. Besides what we were wearing everything was always clean. You have to have it ready before 10 am and it was on our bed the next day when we got back to the ship anywhere between 4:00 and 6:00 pm. You have the choice of folded or hung on hangers. Items were washed and ironed. Everything was returned perfectly and ready to wear. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rrplastering Posted June 2, 2018 #6 Share Posted June 2, 2018 I was on the Divina two weeks ago, buying the laundry package was the best decision! We traveled from the states to the Mediterranean with only carryons! We bought the 40 piece package and sent clothes each day. Besides what we were wearing everything was always clean. You have to have it ready before 10 am and it was on our bed the next day when we got back to the ship anywhere between 4:00 and 6:00 pm. You have the choice of folded or hung on hangers. Items were washed and ironed. Everything was returned perfectly and ready to wear. So they bring it back on hangers ??? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mama Lo Posted June 3, 2018 #7 Share Posted June 3, 2018 So they bring it back on hangers ??? You get to decide if you want it on hangers or folded. There is a place to indicate it on the form. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
danjay Posted June 3, 2018 #8 Share Posted June 3, 2018 Is that the price on all their ships. So one can bring minumin and always have cleN cloths. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mafig Posted June 3, 2018 #9 Share Posted June 3, 2018 Is that the price on all their ships. So one can bring minumin and always have cleN cloths. I see different prices/different ships. I've seen 10 pieces for $20 and 10 pieces for $35. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rrplastering Posted June 5, 2018 #10 Share Posted June 5, 2018 You get to decide if you want it on hangers or folded. There is a place to indicate it on the form. Thank you for the info , Just going to do it on board seems alot cheaper that the place around my house Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
karenlovesparis Posted June 5, 2018 #11 Share Posted June 5, 2018 I was on the Divina two weeks ago, buying the laundry package was the best decision! We traveled from the states to the Mediterranean with only carryons! We bought the 40 piece package and sent clothes each day. Besides what we were wearing everything was always clean. You have to have it ready before 10 am and it was on our bed the next day when we got back to the ship anywhere between 4:00 and 6:00 pm. You have the choice of folded or hung on hangers. Items were washed and ironed. Everything was returned perfectly and ready to wear. So, you don't have to send it all it at the same time? Maybe 10 pieces one day and 10 on another day? We are doing the Mediterranean to Miami this fall! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare graphicguy Posted June 5, 2018 #12 Share Posted June 5, 2018 The last couple of cruises (one NCl and one MSC) I’ve taken I’ve only packed a 22” roll aboard and a back pack. No checked baggage. No suits/sports coats....no ties. Just a couple of button shirts and a couple of long pants. The rest is underwear, shorts, polo shirts, swim trunks and one pair of higher end “Topsiders” for specialty restaurants and another pair of tennis shoes. About ½ way through the cruise, I send dirty laundry to be done. Nothing needs to be dry cleaned. Best way to cruise in my opinion. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phissy Posted June 9, 2018 #13 Share Posted June 9, 2018 I can’t seem to figure find a laundry package on our MSC cruise in the spring. Do they wait to offer them closer to cruise time or do some ships not have them? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MouseBerry Posted June 10, 2018 Author #14 Share Posted June 10, 2018 Hi fellow cruisers, initially we talked about the cost of laundry packages. I think consens was it is good value for money. Now my cruise is over and I would like to give a bit info on the quality. Actually the laundry quality is quite good. Some of my cleaned and ironed shirts looked better than ever before:) If I was not totally satisfied on all aspects of my cruise, laundry service was just perfect. cheers MouseBerry Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hematite153 Posted June 14, 2018 #15 Share Posted June 14, 2018 Actually the laundry quality is quite good. Some of my cleaned and ironed shirts looked better than ever before:) Thanks for the update. How do they classify things like socks, and underwear? Is this laundry I need to plan to do in the sink or does it work with their system, too? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SirWolf Posted June 14, 2018 #16 Share Posted June 14, 2018 How do they classify things like socks, and underwear? Is this laundry I need to plan to do in the sink or does it work with their system, too? Socks (per pair, LOL) and underwear are part of the laundry service. Somebody posted the form from MSC Preziosa on youtube. Link: If you stop at second 39 you can read "socks" and "underwear" on the form. The form was also posted as PDF file on CC but I can not find the thread... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
evandbob Posted June 15, 2018 #17 Share Posted June 15, 2018 The last couple of cruises (one NCl and one MSC) I’ve taken I’ve only packed a 22” roll aboard and a back pack. No checked baggage. No suits/sports coats....no ties. Just a couple of button shirts and a couple of long pants. The rest is underwear, shorts, polo shirts, swim trunks and one pair of higher end “Topsiders” for specialty restaurants and another pair of tennis shoes. About ½ way through the cruise, I send dirty laundry to be done. Nothing needs to be dry cleaned. Best way to cruise in my opinion. This is exactly what we do as well, whether the laundry service is a free loyalty perk on some lines or we get charged a fee. Using just one piece of 21" luggage is a blessing, no need to bring more. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hematite153 Posted June 15, 2018 #18 Share Posted June 15, 2018 Thanks. My other concern is about allergies to perfumes. I have been doing my own laundry (and laundry for my family) when on vacation for years in order to travel with as little clothing as possible. However, the lack of self service laundry on MSC has me nervous. (For some reason it didn't occur to me to check on this before booking.) More than one of us have allergies to scented products. If our own clothing gets perfume locked into it we may be in trouble. Is there any way to get our clothing washed with unscented products? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hearthosesteeldrumsplayin Posted June 16, 2018 #19 Share Posted June 16, 2018 So, you don't have to send it all it at the same time? Maybe 10 pieces one day and 10 on another day? We are doing the Mediterranean to Miami this fall! This is the same question I have. Did you split up the laundry to make the TOTAL number, or do you have to send it all at the same time? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mama Lo Posted June 17, 2018 #20 Share Posted June 17, 2018 You can send any number of items on any given day except the day before disembarkmenr, one that day you can send up to 10 pieces in the morning and you get it back the same day. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kelleherdl Posted June 17, 2018 #21 Share Posted June 17, 2018 We use the heck out of the unlimited laundry and dry cleaning on Holland America for Neptune Suites and 4Star Mariners. How does MSC YC available laundry compare. I know it's not complimentary, but even with small charge we would use it if it's close. Dennis Sent from my QTASUN1 using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
savoirfaire Posted November 9, 2019 #22 Share Posted November 9, 2019 Can you give them laundry on embarkation day and have it ready for the formal evening the next day? We are traveling and it will be wrinkled and I'd love to have it pressed Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phissy Posted November 9, 2019 #23 Share Posted November 9, 2019 I think it depends on which ship and cabin steward. (May depend on cabin /experience booked?) First day, stewards are supper busy, so may be hit or miss. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SirWolf Posted November 9, 2019 #24 Share Posted November 9, 2019 If I remember correct the paper bag with laundry had to be ready for pick-up by our YC butler by 10:00am and was ready/delivered by 5:00pm the following day. On embarking day the luggage will be delivered to the cabin in the afternoon, so the schedule for pick-up and re-deliver would not work for the laundry to be ready on the day following embarking. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ready2cruzagain Posted November 10, 2019 #25 Share Posted November 10, 2019 On 6/16/2018 at 10:32 PM, Mama Lo said: You can send any number of items on any given day except the day before disembarkmenr, one that day you can send up to 10 pieces in the morning and you get it back the same day. That use to be the case but MSC started changing it last Dec. I just purchased it a couple of days ago and on the website it now states that all 40 pieces have to be sent out at the same time. Below is the quote, notice what I highlighted. BACK HOME CLEAN - 40 PIECES Book now and save 15% vs. onboard price! Including: Max 40 items per cabin Ideal for families or couple on longer cruises. Extend the relaxation after a wonderful long holiday by returning home with your clothes washed, dried and ready to put away. Please note that dry cleaning is excluded, and that silk, wool, men's suits and evening dress are excluded from the final day of the cruise option as they require special treatment. Item allowance must be used all together in a single delivery. Multiple deliveries are not accepted. Items are collected before 12.00pm, returned before dinner the next day. Refund not available for unused item allowance. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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