Rare Beamafar Posted March 23, 2023 #76 Share Posted March 23, 2023 Thank you so much for the photo (and info!), LW. Delighted to see they have Cicogna onboard - and that you liked it. I’ve recommended it here before on a couple of occasions and received a similar response. Eagerly anticipating boarding on Monday (and hoping it will still be covered by the Premium package 🤞). 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare LiquidWu Posted March 23, 2023 Author #77 Share Posted March 23, 2023 Today the sun finally comes out. My opportunity to enjoy an Aperol Spritz outside. For you the full bar menu to browse. Since the sign is just here also the prices and conditions of the drink packages. QR_T_POOL-BAR-LIST_OTHER_DAYX_EN_1679568362.pdf Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare LiquidWu Posted March 23, 2023 Author #78 Share Posted March 23, 2023 Bad news guys , I should have been on the bridge and in the engine room right now. I would have liked to tell you about it. But because of the strong wind, the bridge is on "alert" and closed for us. VERY sad. The whale laughs about it, as always 😀 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
showingdiva Posted March 23, 2023 #79 Share Posted March 23, 2023 2 hours ago, LiquidWu said: Bad news guys , I should have been on the bridge and in the engine room right now. I would have liked to tell you about it. But because of the strong wind, the bridge is on "alert" and closed for us. VERY sad. The whale laughs about it, as always 😀 I bet his friend, the elephant, at the Horizon Pool on Deck 16 is also having a chuckle. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare insidecabin Posted March 23, 2023 #80 Share Posted March 23, 2023 4 hours ago, LiquidWu said: Today the sun finally comes out. My opportunity to enjoy an Aperol Spritz outside. For you the full bar menu to browse. Since the sign is just here also the prices and conditions of the drink packages. QR_T_POOL-BAR-LIST_OTHER_DAYX_EN_1679568362.pdf 1.19 MB · 8 downloads That's why it's a take the package with the booking. UK were getting premium extra £170pp for the week when in regular cabins. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare LiquidWu Posted March 24, 2023 Author #81 Share Posted March 24, 2023 (edited) I'm reporting so late today because I was at the casino until the wee hours yesterday. But it was worth it, at the end I had almost 100€ extra in my pocket. This morning I slept until the start of the shore excursion. Fortunately, I had set the alarm. We had a nice little walking tour of Southampton with a very nice, engaging tour guide The highlight was then the visit of the SeaCity Museum with a really well designed, interesting exhibition about the history of Southampton and the RMS Titanic. Edited March 24, 2023 by LiquidWu Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare LiquidWu Posted March 24, 2023 Author #82 Share Posted March 24, 2023 (edited) Of course, I do not want to forget to mention yesterday's dinner: Unfortunately, the cruise is already coming to an end. For me, this is the time for individual tips. Actually, with MSC you pay them via the on-board account, but for particularly helpful crew members I always have a few extra bills with me. The waiters thanked me with a group photo. Speaking of tips, of course my butler got one too and gladly accepted it. But actually he had a completely different wish. He said it would be more useful for him if I thanked him with a small letter to his superior. That was new to me, I only did that after the cruise when that survey email came. But my butler assured me that this would be the best way to thank the crew to do it on board. Edited March 24, 2023 by LiquidWu 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare insidecabin Posted March 24, 2023 #83 Share Posted March 24, 2023 Thanks for your live from. Were they still doing face to face with UK border force for regular pax that boarded other than Southampton? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare LiquidWu Posted March 24, 2023 Author #84 Share Posted March 24, 2023 14 minutes ago, insidecabin said: Thanks for your live from. Were they still doing face to face with UK border force for regular pax that boarded other than Southampton? Yes, I talked about it with other German passengers during the shore excursion. The line was frighteningly long, but it went quickly, as the large gymnasium was used for several parallel stations 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare insidecabin Posted March 24, 2023 #85 Share Posted March 24, 2023 1 minute ago, LiquidWu said: Yes, I talked about it with other German passengers during the shore excursion. The line was frighteningly long, but it went quickly, as the large gymnasium was used for several parallel stations Thanks. there was an absolute mess in Nov border force were doing everyone including Brits from Southampton, no organisation carousel lounge some delayed hours. I was on the week before this(10-17) and the line was back to and up the stairs by the gym(ship was also late) before the ship docked, much better in the sports hall. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare LiquidWu Posted March 24, 2023 Author #86 Share Posted March 24, 2023 Dinner today was once again fantastic. I had a risotto, that's what the Italians do best. Then a delicious fillet steak under a paper-thin slice of hard cheese. Below as always for you the complete menu: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare ConnieTact Posted March 25, 2023 #87 Share Posted March 25, 2023 Looks like you had a fabulous time! We hope to meet you again one day @LiquidWu. You must be arriving in Hamburg soon. Have safe onward travels. Thanks for the great live report. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare LiquidWu Posted March 25, 2023 Author #88 Share Posted March 25, 2023 2 hours ago, ConnieTact said: Looks like you had a fabulous time! We hope to meet you again one day @LiquidWu. You must be arriving in Hamburg soon. Have safe onward travels. Thanks for the great live report. Thanks for the kind words, but luckily I have one more sea day before we dock back in Hamburg. I'm just strolling through the gallery, the "sky" looks dreamlike again. With you @ConnieTact I will be happy to be on a cruise again at any time. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare LiquidWu Posted March 25, 2023 Author #89 Share Posted March 25, 2023 (edited) Since there is not so much to report from a lazy sea day, I'll start with the first summary. The following is a series of nibbles that I got delivered to the cabin without being asked: Since not ordered, of course, completely free. The most delicious plate with pastries is unfortunately missing, I have plastered before I thought of a photo Edited March 25, 2023 by LiquidWu 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare LiquidWu Posted March 25, 2023 Author #90 Share Posted March 25, 2023 PENNY LEE Cocktail Captain Morgan spiced rum, Malibu coconut liqueur, Montenegro Italian bitter, fresh lime juice, passion fruit cordial Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare LiquidWu Posted March 25, 2023 Author #91 Share Posted March 25, 2023 (edited) A visit to the crew show is always entertaining and for me also a recognition of their really great commitment For all those considering booking YC a typical picture. The whole theater was full, everything was jostling. But in the corner reserved for YC guests there were many free seats Edited March 25, 2023 by LiquidWu Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare LiquidWu Posted March 25, 2023 Author #92 Share Posted March 25, 2023 My aperitif before dinner. I stick to rum-based drinks as a precaution. Santa Teresa Manhattan Santa Teresa 1796 rum, orange bitters, red vermouth 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare LiquidWu Posted March 25, 2023 Author #93 Share Posted March 25, 2023 Today I found it the only time pity that this cruise has no clear beginning or end. Many guests have just come on board in Belgium or England. Thus, no farewell mood arose on my last evening. But the dinner was still great again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare LiquidWu Posted March 25, 2023 Author #94 Share Posted March 25, 2023 In the theater, after the show, they really said goodbye. Thank you MSC Virtuosa Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare ConnieTact Posted March 25, 2023 #95 Share Posted March 25, 2023 1 hour ago, LiquidWu said: Today I found it the only time pity that this cruise has no clear beginning or end. Many guests have just come on board in Belgium or England. Thus, no farewell mood arose on my last evening. But the dinner was still great again. That’s my fave pasta dish! I loved it! glad you enjoyed it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ulsteinvik Posted March 25, 2023 #96 Share Posted March 25, 2023 Is there any information whether tomorrow's pilot strike will affect the departure of the Virtuosa in Hamburg? Tomorrow from 6 p.m. the pilots will be on strike until Tuesday. There are rumors that Virtuosa could get stuck in port. https://www.ndr.de/nachrichten/hamburg/Warnstreik-im-Hafen-beendet-doch-der-naechste-kommt,warnstreik2298.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sidari Posted March 26, 2023 #97 Share Posted March 26, 2023 2 hours ago, Ulsteinvik said: Is there any information whether tomorrow's pilot strike will affect the departure of the Virtuosa in Hamburg? Tomorrow from 6 p.m. the pilots will be on strike until Tuesday. There are rumors that Virtuosa could get stuck in port. https://www.ndr.de/nachrichten/hamburg/Warnstreik-im-Hafen-beendet-doch-der-naechste-kommt,warnstreik2298.html Maybe a change of itinerary or an earlier departure. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare LiquidWu Posted March 26, 2023 Author #98 Share Posted March 26, 2023 (edited) 4 hours ago, sidari said: Maybe a change of itinerary or an earlier departure. I can rule out a change to another port instead of Hamburg, we are already there. What has not yet been mentioned here is the total closure of the Elbe Tunnel. Steinwerder will be difficult to reach as a result. Plan extra time. Edited March 26, 2023 by LiquidWu Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare ConnieTact Posted March 26, 2023 #99 Share Posted March 26, 2023 Have a safe homeward journey! I hope the strike action doesn’t delay your travels. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare insidecabin Posted March 26, 2023 #100 Share Posted March 26, 2023 Safe travels home, enjoyed another Virtual Virtuosa trip. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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