vaka08 Posted October 19, 2022 #1 Share Posted October 19, 2022 Which trip would you pick and more importantly… why spring break. Family of 4 (kids are 7 and 9) experience cruisers but not since covid magic- 8 day- San Juan, st kitts, st marten, grand turk mardi Gras- 7 day- San Juan, amber cove, grand turk We know it’s spring break so it will be crowded but in general does Mardi Gras feel understaffed/over crowded. Is magic any better when it comes to lines/crowds/waits? Is the entertainment very different between the ships? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Drazil65 Posted October 19, 2022 #2 Share Posted October 19, 2022 Magic is one of our favorites (and the Breeze) and have sailed on her several times, that coupled with the 8 day itinerary would probably sway our decision. We dont sail on the MG until December this year and although we are excited to experience that ship, the fact that you are talking about a spring break cruise would definitely factor into the decision with the amount of people on the MG. I might have a different answer after we sail MG in December but based on what I know right now and the information you gave, I would go with the 8 day cruise. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sunkey1 Posted October 19, 2022 #3 Share Posted October 19, 2022 It really does vary from cruise to cruise it seems from reading the boards. We sailed the Mardi Gras last October and the Magic in April. I loved the Mardi Gras (many don't) for a lot of the new features, huge number of bars and dining venues and entertainment options. The Magic was okay but as it's an older ship I noticed a lot of areas that needed repairs. I actually got locked out on my balcony due to a broken handle. As far as the run, I prefer the Magic's as I love St. Maarten and St. Kitts. I thought the lines/waits were pretty evenly matched on both my cruises, at some times had considerable waits for drinks, dining, at other times next to no waits, on both ships. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hard_eight Posted October 19, 2022 #4 Share Posted October 19, 2022 I prefer the Magic itinerary Haven't been on a MG size ship yet (Celebration 1/23) but, have sailed the Magic many times. Wouldn't hesitate to sail her again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DanOO Posted October 19, 2022 #5 Share Posted October 19, 2022 Magic. 8 Days and the ports wold do it for me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zipper1 Posted October 19, 2022 #6 Share Posted October 19, 2022 We did this exact cruise last spring break on the Magic and loved it. Didn't feel too crowded at all. This was our 7th cruise and loved the layout of the Magic. We are looking at a cruise for this spring break and have been debating between the same 2 ships but the Magic is much cheaper. And an extra day. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ObstructedView2 Posted October 19, 2022 #7 Share Posted October 19, 2022 1 hour ago, vaka08 said: Which trip would you pick and more importantly… Why magic- 8 day- San Juan, st kitts, st marten, grand turk mardi Gras- 7 day- San Juan, amber cove, grand turk Magic 8-night voyage. The itinerary is superior. ✌ 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
groundloop Posted October 19, 2022 #8 Share Posted October 19, 2022 I'll take St. Maarten and St. Kitts & Nevis over Amber Cove any day of the week. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
surfjock27 Posted October 19, 2022 #9 Share Posted October 19, 2022 Although I've never been on the Magic, the Breeze (sister ship) is my all-time favorite. I've been on the MG 4 times, my 5th time this upcoming weekend. The MG is beautiful, huge, and I love it. However, I feel it is understaffed for the size and amount of people on the ship. We were on the MG this last Spring Break and I would never do SB on the MG again. The Magic is the right size for an 8-day cruise. Plus, the itinerary is nice. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Caps_Shield Posted October 19, 2022 #10 Share Posted October 19, 2022 I loved the MG. It was under staffed but not that bad. We went in June so prime summer months. It was packed. As much as I love the MG, I would go on the Magic. I love the ports, it is 8 days, and and class is great, IMO. Good luck! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
havanadaydreaming Posted October 20, 2022 #11 Share Posted October 20, 2022 The Magic felt a little worn when we sailed but still had a great time. Its a fun ship. Its itinerary wins by a large margin. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest BasicSailor Posted October 20, 2022 #12 Share Posted October 20, 2022 MG, wondering if the extra people would make a difference on your opinion? Slow service/ no service? 😶 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare IntrepidFromDC Posted October 20, 2022 #13 Share Posted October 20, 2022 12 hours ago, vaka08 said: magic- 8 day- San Juan, st kitts, st marten, grand turk mardi Gras- 7 day- San Juan, amber cove, grand turk Is the entertainment very different between the ships? Ship: Mardi Gras for it's amazing dual-purpose atrium and new "wow" factor Food: Mardi Gras for the many fantastic new offerings like Shaq's chicken (sure to be a fave with the kids), shawarma, gourmet hot dog stand and much more... Ports: Magic HANDS DOWN Good luck deciding! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pellaz Posted October 20, 2022 #14 Share Posted October 20, 2022 That's a tough call; we loved the Mardi Gras and we also liked the Magic enough that we sailed her twice in a row. If the prices are similar I'd opt for the Magic, mostly for the extra day and the excellent itinerary. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CruizinSusan70 Posted October 20, 2022 #15 Share Posted October 20, 2022 1 hour ago, IntrepidFromDC said: Ship: Mardi Gras for it's amazing dual-purpose atrium and new "wow" factor Food: Mardi Gras for the many fantastic new offerings like Shaq's chicken (sure to be a fave with the kids), shawarma, gourmet hot dog stand and much more... Ports: Magic HANDS DOWN Good luck deciding! Have to agree with Jeff. If ports are the top of your decision list, then the Magic wins. If food or the ship are more important, then Mardi Gras is the pick. And if entertainment is your top choice, then once again, it's the Mardi Gras. Multiple comedy outlets with over 40 shows over the course of the week, both family and adult. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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