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Login MSC Seaside rewrites the rule book of cruise ship design, combining indoor and outdoor areas to connect you with the sea like never before. Located as low as deck 8 is a unique seafront promenade lined with places to eat, drink, shop, swim and sunbathe. And you can enjoy superb views from the two glass-floored catwalks and panoramic elevators.
Excellent yacht club experence and happy with cruise overall. the only drawback was constant noise above our cabin from yacht club crew area galley and lavatories. loud constant toilet flushing noises above cabin that msc really needs to resolve. avoid all deck 16 yacht club inside cabins. the noise finally stopped around 11 pm and restarted 6am. made room quite uncomfortable. All other aspects of the cruise were outstanding! food. Drinks, service, entertainment, yacht club is well appointed and very nice to experience. concierge offered us 2 free massages for our inconvenience, which very thoughful, but fails to address the noise issues from the kitchen. need a sound expert to provide better sound insulation from that area into the cabins. In general, the rest of the ship is beautiful, well appointed and easy to get around. We really liked the Italian Jazz Band in Seaview Bar and the piano player who also perfomed there and in the Yacht Club
This was my first time on MSC. Their terminal in Miami looks very new. Embarking was a breeze: showed my passport, went through security, they do facial recognition scanning so I didn't even have to show my embarkation form. I'd chosen 1 p.m. embarkation window but the rooms weren't clean until 2 p.m. so I had to explore the ship with my carry on luggage which was rather inconvenient. My room was large enough and clean. There's lots of room to move about the ship though there's little seating in some of the spots holding musical performances and I'm the big atrium (which can also be crowded with people standing near the stairs at all times). The outdoor promenade on deck 8 is wide and you can go practically go all the way around the ship on it. The pool area aft is quieter than the party central one on top of the ship. In the evenings, the AC in the lounges and all public spaces was cranked so low (my trip was in March, avg highs in the upper 70s and lows in the 60s) it made sitting there to hear music impossible. Make sure to bring a jacket. The ship is very well-staffed. They're everywhere - courteous, knowledgeable, helpful, enthusiastic, friendly and interested in resolving an issue or answering a question. Many of them are also assigned to always be cleaning and it shows in a very clean and well maintained ship. My only note besides the AC setting is there is no Kleenex in the rooms. Thankfully I'd brought a travel pack. The two buffets were fine, well-staffed and everything was of good quality, just not terribly varied at lunch or dinner. Some of the daily specials were a nice step above the every meal choices, though. Breakfast was quite good, too. I'd pre-purchased an all-you-can-eat welcome aboard discounted meal at the new Mexican restaurant, Hola! Tacos and Cantina (it replaced the French restaurant) for Friday night. Everything I had there was outstanding with deep complex flavors. I paid the regular price (only $24.99 for all you can eat!) and returned there Sat night. I was assigned to the complimentary Seashore Restaurant (be careful, I'd chosen second seating which turned out to be at 9 p.m) but I found the nightly choices on the menus not numerous or exceptional so I chose not to sit through a long drawn out meal there, either at dinner or breakfast (the complimentary Ipanema Restaurant is only open for dinner). Some musical performances were very good especially Golden Soul Jazz Band, Fer _____ ? , Latin Wave, and Steel Drums with Melvin. Others were horrible, especially Yudi Sax who was torture: a not tuned sax accompanying instrumental karaoke tunes, andLemon Boys Party Band, thankfully you could barely hear theur lead vocalist. Duo Vox and Keys was excellent as a duo but the keyboardist should only play the keyboard, he couldn't sing in tune. Did the person hiring those three have a tin ear? Nassau is a typical former European colony Caribbean town. There were six ships there the day we were but it was not overcrowded. I took the Discover Nassau culture, chocolateur, and wine tasting tour which was informative and pretty fun, but too long for the content, especially when part of it was showing us parks, hotels and restaurants? The village by the cruise terminal was nice with lots of varied shops and bars. I knew Ocean Cay was all about the beaches and the bars so I'd rented a beach umbrella but it turned out THEY DON'T TILT so I would have been mostly in the sun all day except when it was overhead. I stayed in the shaded area by the buffet pavilion for awhile then went back on the ship so that day of the two day itinerary was a total waste for me. Still, it was nice to get away and be forced to relax and to do so on a well laid out and staffed ship. Disembarkation was a breeze, too. The paperwork the night before said walk off window (carry your own luggage) could start at 7:45 am after clearance by local authorities. At 7:15 am a PA announcement said walk offs could leave now. We were facially recognized and on our way to the garage.
Seamless cruise experience for a budget traveler. Solid "B" overall; entertainment, dining, , excursions, service. Main dining room was hit and miss on food temperatures, and proteins often over cooked. Bar and buffet service not particularly friendly or fast. Staff seemed bothered by questions regarding food and drink preparations. Had no trouble finding something delicious almost 24 hours a day. Also seemed less likely to wait on a solo. Cabin steward A+. She was diligent in meeting my needs and requests quickly and professionally. I was in a fully accessible cabin, ( that I didn't request or need). Much larger than a standard cabin with a roomy head and shower. Plenty of storage, and good lighting that made it the most comfortable inside cabin I've ever had! Will certainly travel with them again. Really appreciated the international diversity, and European flair. Family/ generational friendly, something for everyone. The price point can't be beat!! Solo traveler, no specific perks or meetings to get people together.
Combining comfort and style, the accommodation on MSC Seaside includes luxury suites with whirlpool baths and combinable cabins for families and groups.
On MSC Seaside, you can enjoy the spectacular ocean views while you eat. And with nine delightful restaurants to choose from, including five sophisticated speciality restaurants, dining on MSC Seaside is as varied as it is delicious.
Seek the extraordinary and make your cruise holiday an unforgettable adventure.
We offer an incredible choice of shore excursions to suit every taste: whether you prefer adventure, nature, culture or history, we’ve designed something for you and the whole family.
From Culture & History and our breathtaking Scenic Routes, to our Active & Adventure tours and the discovery of Natural Wonders, to Sea & Sun’s relax, our Something Special experiences and our Accessible Tours, you can enjoy the treasures of each destination in your preferred way.
We’ve also established the MSC Family Explorer Club, Excursions Explorer Package and MSC Bike Adventours, which are unique to our line and available on selected MSC Cruises' itineraries.
MSC Seaside offers endless fun for everyone, with a high-tech theatre, bowling alleys and an interactive, multi-storey water park featuring 5 water slides, an adventure trail and an AquaPlay™ area designed for tots. There are also colourful kids’ play areas created in partnership with LEGO® and Chicco®.
BARS & LOUNGES
A refreshing choice of 19 classy bars and lounges for an evening of laughter with friends, accompanied by drinks
An MSC Cruise is not just a chance to travel and explore – it’s also a chance to relax, feel healthy, and look your best. Unwind with a soothing sauna, relax with a traditional Balinese massage, or treat yourself to a high-tech beauty treatment during your cruise in our MSC Aurea Spa.
Book one of our Spa & Beauty Packages now to take advantage of our pre-boarding rates.
SPA & BEAUTY
Feeling healthy and looking your best is a part of the MSC Cruises experience. Try something new, like high-tech beauty treatments, a soothing sauna or enjoy a Balinese massage. Book now one of our spa packages and take advantage of our pre-boarding rates.
PLEASE NOTE:
In order to grant the best experience to our guests, all Thermal Area experiences are available by appointment only.
Access to the MSC Aurea Spa is only permitted for guests over the age of 18. Click here to discover the details.
Pregnant guests are not allowed to use any heat treatments within the Thermal Area.
SPORT & FITNESS
A voyage with MSC Cruises brings you the leisure time and the facilities to maintain and build your fitness thanks to a wide choice of Sports Facilities and a state-of-the art Sports Centre with fabulous sea views. You can admire the panorama, burn off calories and keep in shape. Whether you prefer to train alone, love a workout in company or live to compete, you’ll find just what you need.
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Click here to discover the treatments and services available according to our Spa and Gym Minors Policy.
amily holidays are a special time – a blend of fun, special times together as a family, and quality time as individuals. Over the years, we’ve built a renowned reputation as a company that can cater for all needs at all times, paying special attention to the individual needs of children, tweens, teens, and parents, as well as creating incredible shared experiences for the whole family.
Book your cruise today, and discover why this is the Future of Cruising.
