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MSC Divina Yacht Club 2/11 - 2/22 Live Review

By DaKahuna , February 7 in MSC Cruises

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This review will be covering our first ever MSC cruise.  As the title indicates we will be sailing on MSC Divina out of Miami on an 11-day adventure. 

My wife and I are somewhat experienced cruises but have previously only sailed, with the exception of a single Carnival cruise in 2006, on Royal Caribbean and Celebrity.  

We have been disappointed by all of the changes and the pricing on Celebrity recently and after reading @generation-x  and other reviews of sailing in the YC aboard MSC we decided to give it a try and see if it was more to our liking.  You can see links to reviews of some of our previous cruises in my signature below.

We have been to all of the ports that we will be visiting on this cruise at least once and do not have any scheduled shore excursions.  My post will be more about our shipboard experiences than about the various ports and activities.  @JamieLogical  is also doing a live review of this cruise and between the two of us and with contributions from our fellow cruisers should give a pretty thorough review of life aboard Divina during our time onboard.  Jamie's review can be found here:

Thanks for following along. 

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33 minutes ago, DaKahuna said: We have been disappointed by all of the changes and the pricing on Celebrity recently and after reading @generation-x  and other reviews of sailing in the YC aboard MSC we decided to give it a try and see if it was more to our liking.  You can see links to reviews of some of our previous cruises in my signature below.

FYI, you mentioned the wrong @GenerationX . This is the correct one.

Best Cat Mom

Looking forward to reading your thoughts about MSC YC and the Divina. Buon viaggio!

Sounds like a great cruise, will be following.

NYHartChapp

Looking forward to following.  We were on Divina YC in January and will enjoy reading updates on the crew.  

1 hour ago, DaKahuna said: We have been disappointed by all of the changes and the pricing on Celebrity recently and after reading @GenerationX and other reviews of sailing in the YC aboard MSC we decided to give it a try and see if it was more to our liking

That's exactly how we ended up in YC on Divina last June, and then booked this cruise while we were onboard.

First few people we met in the YC were also recent converts from Celebrity, so there is something of a trend there...

Been looking forward to this cruise since then, so we'll see you onboard in a few days...

2 hours ago, DaKahuna said: This review will be covering our first ever MSC cruise.  As the title indicates we will be sailing on MSC Divina out of Miami on an 11-day adventure.  My wife and I are somewhat experienced cruises but have previously only sailed, with the exception of a single Carnival cruise in 2006, on Royal Caribbean and Celebrity.     We have been disappointed by all of the changes and the pricing on Celebrity recently and after reading @generation-x  and other reviews of sailing in the YC aboard MSC we decided to give it a try and see if it was more to our liking.  You can see links to reviews of some of our previous cruises in my signature below.   We have been to all of the ports that we will be visiting on this cruise at least once and do not have any scheduled shore excursions.  My post will be more about our shipboard experiences than about the various ports and activities.  @JamieLogical  is also doing a live review of this cruise and between the two of us and with contributions from our fellow cruisers should give a pretty thorough review of life aboard Divina during our time onboard.  Jamie's review can be found here:     Thanks for following along.   

Looking forward to following along, we're on the  Divinia in YC about a year out - happy sailings to you

You will love the Divina YC crew!  You will quickly meet “Pepe”, the YC Director who is the most hands on manager ever. Also Mehmet is the Maitre D’, equally wonderful.  Have a great time!

Thanks everyone.  We’re really looking forward to this cruise as we have not been at sea since last May.

5 hours ago, Mark_T said:   Been looking forward to this cruise since then, so we'll see you onboard in a few days

 Looking forward to meeting you over an adult beverage or two in the Top Sail Lounge.   

With The Retreat prices going the way they are, there’s going to be a lot more converts.  Personally I think that the YC, on the whole, is a far superior experience - except for food offerings.  Luminae beats the YC restaurant with its better menus. 

4 minutes ago, Beamafar said: With The Retreat prices going the way they are, there’s going to be a lot more converts.  Personally I think that the YC, on the whole, is a far superior experience - except for food offerings.  Luminae beats the YC restaurant with its better menus. 

It will be interesting to see what difference there are between the European and US versions of the YC menus.

In Europe at least, we had food that easily matched if not exceeded Luminae, especially the steak.

... but as ever these things can be variable from ship to ship and cruise to cruise...

3 minutes ago, Mark_T said: It will be interesting to see what difference there are between the European and US versions of the YC menus.   In Europe at least, we had food that easily matched if not exceeded Luminae, especially the steak.   ... but as ever these things can be variable from ship to ship and cruise to cruise...

Interesting.  I’ve never rated YC food very highly (and I’ve sailed in YC in several regions).

Cathy in Boston

We are also following as we will be in Yacht Club on Divina in April.  We are trying MSC for the same exact reasons.

I'll definitely be following along. MSC YC is on our radar. 

We will be on the Celebrity Beyond on 2/19 for an 11 night voyage. So our "LIVE'S" may overlap a few days ..... but I'll keep checking in. 

25 minutes ago, mac_tlc said: I'll definitely be following along. MSC YC is on our radar.    We will be on the Celebrity Beyond on 2/19 for an 11 night voyage. So our "LIVE'S" may overlap a few days ..... but I'll keep checking in. 

Here’s hoping you have a great cruise.   

We’ve only done one E-class cruise, Edge February 2020, so most of my comments and comparisons will be based on our experiences in the Retreat on M & S class ships.   

We will be leaving Saturday afternoon on a direct flight from Washington Dulles to Ft. Lauderdale International.  As with our previous cruise out of Miami a few years back it was less expensive to fly to FLL, spend the night in a hotel in FLL, and use Lyft/Uber from FLL to the cruise port in Miami than it was for us to fly to Miami, stay in a hotel over night there, and Lyft/Uber to the ship the next morning.  

In FLL normally we stay at the Renaissance on 17th street but we are doing things a little different this time and are staying at the FLL Airport Marriott. It works out to be pretty much the same logistically but saves us a few dollars due to the difference in hotel prices. 

My DW says that she needs a new pair of shoes so we will be going shopping for those later this morning.  As well, I need to make a trip to the bank and pick up some small bills to use for tips.  I normally bring a lot of $1.00 and $5.00 bills in case I am unsuccessful in the casino.  

Ironing has been done.  A lot of clothing items have been set aside for packing, and this afternoon I will start collection and putting my electronics into my backpack.  I'll provide a short list of those items once I finalize what I will be taking with me. 

Really looking forward to getting away from the 40 and 50 degree weather we are having. 

We’ll stay in Fort Lauderdale before our Seascape cruise (hate Miami!). We’re staying in the Las Olas area.  Never been before so have no idea where it is in relation to anything.  Still, I’ll be interested in reading about your Lyft/Uber arrangement to POM as that’s what we’re hoping to do, too. 

50 minutes ago, Beamafar said: We’ll stay in Fort Lauderdale before our Seascape cruise (hate Miami!). We’re staying in the Las Olas area.  Never been before so have no idea where it is in relation to anything.  Still, I’ll be interested in reading about your Lyft/Uber arrangement to POM as that’s what we’re hoping to do, too. 

 Will update it but it looks to be about $85.00 right now for Lyft XL.   I am torn between scheduling it now and waiting until we are ready to leave Sunday morning to arrange the ride. 

Just checked to make sure what terminal we will be using..  In case anyone else is interested, MSC Divina will be using Terminal C. 

welcome to MSC YC! 

The YC is a lovely experience. The private pool deck, lounge and dining are a great way to escape from the hustle/bustle and to really relax.

We used to sail X often and decided to try MSC YC in early 2020. Never looked back. The last 6 cruises have all been MSC YC

The ships vary (as you know being experienced in cruising) and are fun to explore.

What makes YC is the staff, crew, privacy and how they work to make your vacation special. 

On OC they will take you over the YCs beach/dining. Your wifi and YC bev package goes with you.

On Embarkation Day-- you will see right away how YC is wonderful

- and the YC off/on at each port is such a nice amenity...

1 hour ago, DaKahuna said: Just checked to make sure what terminal we will be using..  In case anyone else is interested, MSC Divina will be using Terminal C

If you want a preview, take look at this video, it shows the whole process of boarding in YC at Terminal C...

Don't let anyone take your luggage before you get to the white YC tents as they will get special tags applied there to ensure rapid delivery.

I'll be interested in your perspective of MSC YC.  I, a former Celebrity loyalist, sailed MSC YC on Meraviglia in September and was blown away......so much so, in fact, that I am again sailing on February 11th on Meraviglia in YC again.  Enjoy your cruise.  I'm sure it will be great.

Packing almost complete, flying Virgin Atlantic to Miami in the morning, looking forward to a change in the weather 🙂

3 hours ago, Mark_T said: If you want a preview, take look at this video, it shows the whole process of boarding in YC at Terminal C...

  Thanks.  I had not seen that one out of the many that I have looked at in preparation.  

3 hours ago, Mark_T said:   Don't let anyone take your luggage before you get to the white YC tents as they will get special tags applied there to ensure rapid delivery.

 We are hoping that our Lyft/uber driver will be able to drop us off at the Yacht Club tent but if not, then we will definitely keep this in mind.  

1 hour ago, jcpc said: I'll be interested in your perspective of MSC YC.  I, a former Celebrity loyalist, sailed MSC YC on Meraviglia in September and was blown away......so much so, in fact, that I am again sailing on February 11th on Meraviglia in YC again.  Enjoy your cruise.  I'm sure it will be great.

 Thank you.  We are really looking forward to it.  We still have one Celebrity cruise scheduled, Millennium in May in the Retreat so we'll see what happens after that. 

4 hours ago, Fogfog said: welcome to MSC YC! 

 Thank you very much. 

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I tried a ship-within-a-ship cruise experience and it was worth it for the endless perks—here’s why

The MSC Yacht Club affords travelers a totally different cruising experience, but you’ll have to splurge.

I heard tales of luxury from people about the ritzy MSC Yacht Club , the ship-within-a-ship concept where discerning passengers enjoy their own area of the cruise ship that includes a dedicated restaurant, private lounge, separate pool and sundeck as well as private butlers and concierges to take of any whim while cruising. The elevated Yacht Club boasts priority everything while sailing MSC.

I sailed on a four-night cruise on the new MSC Seashore, a glitzy ship with Italian flair intermingled with references to New York City at every turn. Although the ship was well-appointed and had amazing dining, drinking and entertainment venues, and a bountiful Top Sail main buffet, thousands of passengers made the ship feel crowded at times, elevators were slow, and as I strolled through the general pools, they were boisterous and crowded.

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Switch gears to MSC Seashore’s Yacht Club, passkey-protected for lucky guests, and is a 180 from the ship’s general spaces. Once you scan your handy Yacht Club wrist badge, or your room key, you’re instantly given entrance to a breathtaking retreat of 131 staterooms and suites. All this luxury does come at a price. Cruise fares will vary based on destination, time of year, and cabin category, but generally speaking you can expect to pay double for the Yacht Club. And from my experience, it’s worth it. Read more about why you should splurge.

You’re fast-tracked through everything

The Yacht Club’s exclusivity and impeccable service standard started from the moment I got dropped off at the Port Canaveral cruise terminal. There were hundreds of people waiting to board at 1pm on embarkation day. I saw in the distance a canopy that said MSC Yacht Club. My husband and I wheeled our carry-on luggage to the representative under the canopy. I gave her my name and within two seconds, she gave me a sticker to wear and up we ascended on the escalator to check in. Just five minutes later, I was directed to the dedicated check-in area for Yacht Club guests. To my right, I saw about 1,000 people serpentine through ropes to do general check-in. I felt a sense of relief; who wants to wait in that line? Five minutes later, a butler from the Yacht Club insisted on wheeling my luggage to board the ship and I was in my room in a total on 12 minutes from the time I stepped foot out of the car to my stateroom in the Yacht Club.

Relaxing and streamlined

In addition, Yacht Club guests have the freedom to get off the ship first for excursions. Your butler will happily escort you off the ship with a smile. Guests also can disembark on the last morning first, which is a big convenience. Your butler walks you right to the place you disembark, bypassing crowds and hassles. Port Canaveral is about an hour away from Orlando International Airport, and we took a 10 am flight home. We didn’t have to linger around until the afternoon for our flight home.

Another perk is that there’s a special seating area in the theater for shows. All the shows were excellent during my voyage. All other ship passengers have to make reservations in advance for shows but that’s not the case for the privileged Yacht Club passengers. As long as you arrive about 10 minutes before any show you choose, a crew member from the Club will allow you entry into a special roped-off section. Again, no rushing through dinner—you have the flexibility to plan your evenings your way.

Your Yacht Club package is packed with remarkable value

The price tag may sound daunting, but there’s lots of value there. All Yacht Club cabins and suites include a premium drink package that covers beverages up to $15. You can use this perk both in the Yacht Club and throughout the ship. In addition, your package includes a two-device Wi-Fi package, which worked well during my sailing. Finally, you get access to the thermal spa suite, which is a place to indulge after a day in port or a sea day. Commonly, there’s a taboo regarding mini-bars, but not in the Yacht Club. It’s stocked each day with the beverages you want; just tell your butler and consider it done.

You get perks ashore too

If your sailing includes a call to Ocean Cay, MSC’s private island, Yacht Club guests get an elevated experience there too. Yacht Club guests enjoy a private area, and a dedicated restaurant called the Ocean House. While other ship guests were hosted to a buffet of predictable fare, I enjoyed a lobster roll, and my husband chose carne asada. In my opinion, one thing that could be improved was the tram service to the Yacht Club’s private area. We were told the last tram back was 3:30pm if we didn’t want to trek a 15-minute walk in the heat. Since we were docked in Ocean Cay for the evening and weren’t sailing, I was a bit dismayed by this logistical quirk. I felt like I was keeping an eye on my phone to make sure I didn’t miss the last tram.

You have private areas with curated food and drink and outdoor spaces

Within the Yacht Club complex, there’s the Yacht Club Restaurant, Top Sail Lounge and the One Pool Buffet, which are all exclusive to Yacht Club guests. Obviously, the food and service are steps above other dining venues of the ship, I can vouch for that. Although the food is delicious, if you don’t want to pay extra to dine at the specialty restaurants or fuss in the main buffet, eating three meals a day in the Yacht Club restaurant can get a bit monotonous. The breakfast is the same daily, and lunch and dinner offer a menu with daily specials plus a few standby selections like a hamburger or pasta each day. Although the Yacht Club Restaurant concept is desirable, I would strongly suggest dining in other venues on board, especially for dinner. I thoroughly enjoyed specialty dining in Ocean Cay Restaurant, Butcher’s Cut, and Kaito Teppanyaki. I also want to mention that late afternoon high tea is offered daily at the Yacht Club Restaurant. It was one of the nicest I have experienced at sea.

Also available exclusively to Yacht Club passengers is the Top Sail Lounge, which offers panoramic water views and has chef-curated selections from morning through late night. We enjoyed popping into the lounge at all hours to try finger foods and sweets. The One Pool Buffet offers a more casual option for breakfast and lunch by the pool. The buffet has grilled fish, sandwiches and lots of delicious options if you want to dine outside.

There’s also an exclusive area with a private pool and two whirlpools for Yacht Club guests only. The sun deck loungers are very comfortable and I never had to worry about finding a lounger, there are ample. One issue I had was that there was almost no shade on the sun deck; there were shaded day beds for Royal Suite and Owners Suite guests, but beyond those, I couldn’t find any shade, which was disappointing.

You can justify the price at the end of your cruise

Overall, the best way to explain my enthusiasm for my MSC Yacht Club experience is this: it’s better to book an interior stateroom in the Yacht Club than a luxe cabin outside the Yacht Club. It’s worth the splurge and you return home feeling truly pampered and it’s money well-spent. And I make this prediction: Once you try a ship-within-a-ship concept like the MSC Yacht Club, you won’t want cruise any other way. Bon Voyage!

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MSC Divina Cruise Review – Is It Really Worth It?

Are you looking for an honest and thoughtful cruise review of the MSC Divina? Then you are in the right spot.

The MSC Divina is a stunning, 333 meters long cruise ship that has been roaming the seas since 2012. It was christened by no one less than Sophia Loren herself – and follows the motto of timeless elegance.

Obviously, it is hard to know if the ship is perfect for your next cruise just by pictures alone. They are rarely accurate and never show the full picture of the experience.

My husband and I have just returned from a 12-day cruise on the MSC Divina. And I am here to give you my brutally honest and unfiltered opinion.

First of all: Yes, the MSC Divina is definitely worth it. Keep on reading to find out why and who will enjoy cruising on this ship.

Let’s set sail!

Table of Contents

The embarkation process, buffet calumet (breakfast, lunch & dinner), the pool area, the spa & gym, villa rossa – fine dining, the ship itself, the itinerary, the disembarkation, which is the best route for a cruise on msc divina, what is the best time for this cruise itinerary, when was the msc divina last refurbished, is the msc divina a big ship, is cruising safe, is msc yacht club worth it, conclusion: msc divina review, more 1-day cruise itineraries, about the author.

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MSC Divina Review – Pros and Cons

😊 Modern and Elegant Design

😊 Friendly and Competent Staff

😊 Spacious Ship & Cabins

😊 Great Entertainment Opportunities

😊 Delicious Food

😊 Fine Dining Dinner Settings

😊 Relaxing Spa & Fitness Area

😊 Amazing Service

😊 Lots of Bars and Restaurants

😞 Ship was Crowded at Times

😞 Spa Treatments, Internet, and Specialty Dining are super expensive

😞 Excursions were pretty booked up & expensive

😞 Drone was not allowed

😞 Embarkation and Disembarkation was a chaos

⭐ (3/5 Stars)

The Embarkation process on the MSC Divina was sadly less than optimal this time. I am used to this smooth and streamlined procedure from MSC.

In our case, the previous ship in port, MSC Fantasia, did not leave the port on time. This meant, a three-hour delay in our embarkation. We weren’t given too much info and we had to wait forever in a crowded hall.

Once the ship arrived, the embarkation process luckily went a lot smoother. We quickly handed our documents at the counter (our luggage was already taken) and got our embarkation card.

Once on the ship, our cabin was already waiting for us fresh and clean. Also, our luggage was delivered to the cabin in the meantime.

⭐ (5/5 Stars)

We loved our cabin from the moment we entered. It was elegant, modern and so comfy.

The balcony was equipped with two chairs and a footrest. Inside, we had a couch with a small table, a vanity with a chair, and a TV. And of course a super fluffy king-sized bed.

There was absolutely nothing to criticize about our cabin. Our sweet steward Arjun came 2-3 times a day to make sure everything was spotless and perfect.

We also had a lovely surprise waiting for us: a bottle of champagne with strawberries dipped in chocolate. The perfect welcome for our honeymoon.

Justin and I had a Love/Hate relationship with the big buffet restaurant.

On one hand, the food was absolutely fantastic, and the view and the service were both amazing. Nothing to criticize on the MSC side. I ate Pizza Vesuvio every single day because it was so yummy.

But the buffet was always incredibly packed. It was hard to get a nice table, and people were loud and rude. This is not the fault of MSC per se, but I think they need to give people more space for lunch and breakfast especially. On sea days you had to wait sometimes to sit down for lunch.

The food was amazing. You could sample daily changing dishes, ethnic dishes, pasta, pizza, salads, and much more. And this basically 24/7. Everything was fresh and looked totally good. I can’t compliment the chefs on this ship enough.

The ship has a wide variety of indoor and outdoor pools.

At the main pool area, you can find a big pool and a couple of hot tubs. This is also where all the entertainment happens. Be prepared for some music and good vibes all day long.

In the back of the ship, you can find the big infinity pool (I loved it) and some hot tubs. This was my favorite place on the ship. There was also a less-crowded pool bar.

The indoor pool area was also pretty nice, but I only used it once on a bad weather day. Otherwise, it is a lot nicer to be outside in the sun with some music in my opinion.

Lastly, make sure to go down the water slide. It was so much fun!

⭐ (4/5 Stars)

We splurged a little and treated ourselves to a 12-day spa access package (about USD 150,00 if booked before the cruise).

The spa had a couple of saunas & steam rooms and a relaxation area as well as a tea & smoothie bar. I was a bit disappointed because there was no hot tub, but for the rest it was great.

I booked a massage, which was absolutely divine . Sadly, it was also pretty costly with EUR 150,00 for 60 minutes.

We never used the gym but it was spacious and had lots of great equipment.

My tip: book the spa access pass and the massages in advance, it is a lot more expensive on the ship!

In typical MSC fashion, dinner is served in a fine dining manner. You can choose between the first and second seating. We took the first, as we like to eat early.

We were seated with other Austrians together, so we had some nice conversation and we loved our dinners.

The food was outstanding , and the service as well. Every day you could choose between around 5 starters, main dishes, and desserts . You could also order seconds (as I did with the chocolate mousse).

You will have the same two waiters for the entire cruise, so make sure to bring a little tip at the end of the cruise if you like the service. This is not mandatory but we felt like they deserved it.

Good to know: you can also go to the buffet if you don’t like fine dining. We only missed our seating once, when an excursion ran longer.

Important : most days the dress code is casual, but bring something white (for white night) and something fancy for gala night.

Last but not least in this MSC Divina review, I want to talk about the other parts of the ship.

The ship is modern, and elegant and has a lot to offer. There is a casino (we won, yay!) and a big theater, as well as a Formula 1 simulator (we did not win there) and a 4D cinema.

There is a huge amount of bars, lounges, cafés and nightclubs. I totally lost count, but we did not manage to have a drink in all of them.

The shops are nice, but a bit overpriced in my opinion. They will have a final sale every day , so no need to rush.

The ship has 18 decks, although the highest one is exclusively for MSC Yacht Club members. There is also a sports area, but we did not go there.

⭐ (1/5 Stars)

The people on the ship are sadly something MSC Cruises can’t influence. But I still feel inclined to warn you about those.

We were sad to see many loud, rude, and horrible people on the ship. Since I never had it this bad on MSC ships, I can only assume that they sold the cruises at an insanely low price to get the ship full.

People pushed, shoved, screamed, and harassed the workers. They put so much food on their plates that they never finished. We were so sad to see this.

Nothing about this was upscale or luxurious, as my previous MSC cruises had been. I truly hope this was a one-off.

We absolutely loved our itinerary. It was a great mix of amazing stops and some sea days to relax. There is nothing we would change about this.

Here is our itinerary, and my rating of the ports of call:

• Day 1: Barcelona ⭐ (5/5 Stars)
• Day 2: At Sea
• Day 3: Casablanca ⭐ (4,5/5 Stars)
• Day 4: At Sea
• Day 5: Tenerife ⭐ (5/5 Stars)
• Day 6: Lanzarote ⭐ (5/5 Stars)
• Day 7: At Sea
• Day 8: Malaga ⭐ (5/5 Stars)
• Day 9: At Sea
• Day 10: Marseille ⭐ (4/5 Stars)
• Day 11: Genoa ⭐ (4,5/5 Stars)
• Day 12: Barcelona ⭐ (5/5 Stars)

Disembarkation was a bit of chaos again. We were supposed to disembark at 02:00 in the afternoon, but we already had to leave the cabins at 09:30 in the morning.

This led to masses of people clogging up the buffet and the bars. It was a super uncomfortable, long morning that I would have rather spent in my cabin or on shore, to be honest.

Luckily, the cruise card still worked so we could get cocktails.

In the end, the disembarkation was super smooth (the actual going off the ship part). We got our confiscated drone back (thanks) and happily left the ship with plenty of new memories.

MSC Divina Review – Frequently Asked Questions

We booked a Mediterranean Cruise with a small venture out on the Atlantic Ocean to the Canary Islands. The waves on the Atlantic were super high and it was a bit uncomfortable.

For first-time cruisers, I suggest booking an Eastern Mediterranean or Western Mediterranean Cruise . They are known for calm waters and easy-to-access ports.

More advanced cruisers will probably love the Caribbean Cruises that cover ports like the Dominican Republic or Aruba and Curacao . If you don’t love the sun as much, why not try Northern Europe, with cruise ports like Southampton ?

This question is a bit tricky. In some ports (Casablanca, Tenerife, and Lanzarote) we had the perfect weather, as they are so far south (our cruise was at the end of October).

In other ports, like Genoa and Marseille it was a lot colder and rainy. All in all, I think it was a good time for a cruise, but ideally, you go a couple of weeks earlier. This way, you can avoid all the rain in the northern cruise ports a bit better.

To be honest, we could only use the balcony on certain days and it was also a bit too cold to swim sometimes. If you truly want a summer vacation, try going in September at the latest.

The MSC Divina was first sailing in 2012. It was last refurbished in 2017. The ship was dry-docked for a while in 2021 and is in great shape.

Also, we noticed that little improvements, for example at the floors or the pool are done basically all the time (mostly at night) to keep the ship up to date.

The ship is in amazing shape and I couldn’t see any imperfections on the cruise.

Yes, I would consider the MSC Divina a big ship. It is 333 meters long and has 13 decks available for passengers.

Admittedly, it is a lot smaller than the newer vessels from MSC Cruises and Royal Caribbean.

However, it is still big enough to have a good time without being crammed.

Yes, cruising is pretty safe. There are barely any incidents on bigger cruise ships and the crews are well trained to handle any emergency.

On land, you are responsible for your own well-being, so I suggest good travel insurance for any accidents that might occur.

Do you need travel insurance on a cruise ship? Yes, travel insurance on cruises is highly recommended. Especially during shore excursions, travel insurance could come in handy.   EKTA offers worldwide travel insurance  with 24/7 service and no hidden fees or restrictions.

Yes, I would say MSC Yacht Club is worth it. The MSC Yacht Club offers a private sundeck, a private restaurant, and other small perks.

Most importantly, you can avoid the masses that haunt the buffet. We will definitely book MSC Yacht Club on our next cruise.

That’s a wrap on my in-depth MSC Divina cruise review. As you’ve seen, we have loved the ship, the crew, and the ports of call. One thing that bothered us was the huge crowds of rude people on the ship.

But in the end, we managed to avoid them and had a really good time. The pool area, the restaurants, and the spa on the ship were excellent, and we especially loved our balcony cabin.

All in all, it was the perfect cruise, with less-than-perfect people. We would definitely book it again and totally recommend the MSC Divina to any cruise enthusiast.

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MSC Divina Yacht Club

The MSC Yacht Club on the MSC Divina is much like the one on the other MSC cruise ships in the Fantasia class like the MSC Splendida . It's an exclusive "ship within a ship" sanctuary, with suite accommodations, Concierge reception area, lounge, pool and bar area, plus a private restaurant and private access to the MSC Aurea Spa.

Those staying in the MSC Yacht Club can enjoy complimentary wines, spirits, and gourmet snacks in the Concierge lounge, along with Butler service in their staterooms or suites. The spectacular views of the sea from this Deck 15 Lounge also make the Yacht Club a guest favorite.

The MSC Cruises' ships with Yacht Clubs include MSC Divina, MSC Fantasia, MSC Meraviglia, MSC Preziosa, MSC Seaside, MSC Seaview, MSC Bellissima, and MSC Splendida.

Top Sail Lounge

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The Top Sail Lounge in the MSC Divina Yacht Club is a quiet place to have a drink, enjoy a snack, or just appreciated the exceptional views of the sea. It is an exclusive area for those staying in the Yacht Club staterooms and suites.

Snacks in the Top Sail Lounge

Those staying in the MSC Yacht Club can enjoy nightly canapes and other snacks along with a complimentary drink in the Top Sail Lounge.

Light Bites in the Top Sail Lounge

Guests staying in the MSC Yacht Club can enjoy light bites in the Top Sail Lounge, but they also have access to a dedicated restaurant for dinner. The menus in this special restaurant are exciting and sophisticated, and unlimited drinks are included with each meal. On the MSC Divina, the dedicated Yacht Club restaurant is named La Muse, and it is located aft on deck 15.

Sophia Loren Suite Sitting Room

The Sophia Loren Suite on the MSC Divina is one of two Royal Suites on the large ship . The suite was designed by Sophia Loren and has a separate sleeping area. The decor is mostly red, and the walls are covered with photos from her movie career. The suite has a separate bedroom and measures 390 square feet with a 172 square foot balcony.

Photos of Ms. Loren in some of her famous movie roles adorn the walls of the suite, and occupants can sit at a replica of her dressing table to apply makeup and style their hair. However, sitting at this dressing table probably won't make you look like Sophia Loren, but might give you an extra boost of confidence.

Sophia Loren Suite Bedroom

Doesn't this bed look like it was designed for a famous movie star like Sophia Loren? The red certainly looks like it is fit for a diva.

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Those staying in one of the 62 MSC Yacht Club suites on the MSC Divina can enjoy all the yacht club amenities, including 24-hour butler service. These suites measure 234-283 square feet, plus a 61 square foot balcony. They aren't as spacious or distinctive as the Sophia Loren Suite but are very nice (and less expensive).

Wheelchair Accessible Deluxe Suite

The MSC Divina has two wheelchair accessible deluxe suites in the exclusive MSC Yacht Club area. They measure 356 square feet and have a 39 square foot balcony.

Le Muse Private Restaurant

Le Muse is the private restaurant for those staying in the MSC Divina Yacht Club. This restaurant is located aft on deck 15 and features fine food and panoramic views of the sea.

A summary of the special features in the MSC Yacht Club include:

• Unlimited drinks in all bars and restaurants of the ship
• MSC Yacht Club Le Muse restaurant with all-inclusive dining at flexible times
• Priority check-in and check-out in a dedicated area of the terminal
• Exclusive Top Sail Lounge offering finger foods, desserts, afternoon and midnight snacks
• Private MSC Yacht Club swimming pool and bar
• Suites with Egyptian cotton linens
• Dorelan pillow menu
• 24-hour butler and concierge service

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Introduced in 2012, MSC Divina is among the largest ships in the fleet. It can host up to 4,345 passengers and 1,388 crew members. Some past cruisers noted that the disproportionate staff-to-guest ratio translated to slow service, especially in the dining rooms.

Still, MSC Divina offers plenty of activities to keep guests entertained. Standout facilities include a 4-D theater and four pool areas, including a 22,507-square-foot Aqua Park. Dining is on just as grand a scale: The ship contains eight restaurants, including a sushi eatery. On top of that, there are 12 bars and lounges.

Members of MSC Yacht Club (an exclusive amenities program) who sail on MSC Divina can receive benefits such as dedicated priority check-in and check-out, 24-hour butler service and concierge room service, complimentary access to the Thermal Suite in the MSC Aurea Spa, one free cruise change and a discount on prepaid restaurant packages as well as spa packages and treatment. 

Suites in this exclusive area feature floor-to-ceiling windows. For MSC Yacht Club members, MSC Divina also includes the Sophia Loren Royal Suite on deck 16, which was designed with the help of Loren and includes a replica of her dressing table. More budget-friendly accommodations include Interior and Ocean View staterooms, which come equipped with TVs and minibars. 

MSC Divina offers sailings around the Mediterranean and the Caribbean. The ship also offers Grand Voyage itineraries.

Pros & Cons

Large ship with many activities

Service subpar due to disproportionate staff-to-guest ratio

• Expert Rating » 3.5
• Traveler Rating » 3.8
• Health Rating » 5.0

MSC Divina ranks # 4 out of 22 MSC Cruises Cruise Ships based on an analysis of expert and user ratings, as well as health ratings.

• # 4 in Best MSC Cruises
• # 17 in Best Cruises for Singles
• # 47 in Best Cruises to the Mediterranean
• # 58 in Best Cruises to Europe
• # 65 in Best Cruises to the Caribbean
• # 80 in Best Affordable Cruises

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MSC Cruises Drink & Bar Menus With PriceS – UPDATED

Last Updated on June 12, 2024

We spent a lot of time on a recent voyage with MSC Cruises trying to decipher the MSC drink menus and drink packages. We are posting the entire range of MSC drink menus to accompany the information recently published comparing the drink packages. These menus will also help people with the MSC Easy drink package better understand what’s included!

MSC Cruises Gratuities on Bar / Drink Purchases

Onboard bar purchases will incur gratuities, automatically added to all purchases : 15% gratuities on European, Emirates, South Caribbean, Red Sea, South America (Brazil and Argentina), and Far East itineraries, and 18% gratuities on North America itineraries. If you purchase a drink or beverage package, the price of the package includes the gratuities and you will not pay anything additional!

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Ship wide drink list with prices *updated 2024 menus*.

This is the shipwide menu for bars, pool areas, main dining rooms, and lounges. This menu does not apply to specialty restaurants that have their own specific menus.

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This list is what is generally presented in any dining area or main dining room on MSC ships.

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The pub features quite a few beer options but pay attention to the prices if you are planning on using a drink package. Additionally, there are paid items to eat at certain times.

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For people who have chosen the Easy Package or get it free with their cruise fare, there is a separate menu:

A word about the drinks on MSC Cruises

If you plan on enjoying your cruise without purchasing a drink package, you’ll see by the above menus that the prices of drinks really aren’t terrible compared to other cruise lines. However, a drink package is now more commonly included as a perk or incentive when booking a cruise with MSC . Even if there is a slight upcharge for an included Easy Package for you’re next cruise, you’ll likely find that it’s well worth it given that it includes bottled water, sodas and specialty coffee which is uncommon with most cruise lines.

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I have seen price lists in Euro, and some in British Pounds. What does $ mean, what currency is this in please (NZ, USA, Aussie) ? It makes a huge difference.

Hi Chris, When we refer to $ it’s always USD on our site.

Hello, how are you? I made a summary between the Easy and Easy Plus packages

Easy • You can only drink Heiniken beer • If you want to drink rum, vodka, whiskey, gin, tequila (You cannot choose a brand) • If you want wine you can choose between Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Zinfandel Rose, Cabernet or Merlot but the house wine, do not choose by brand. • It is not valid for specialized restaurants, that is, if one goes to one specialized in pasta or Mexican, it is paid outside the plan. • If someone wants to buy a drink that is more expensive, they pay the difference. • The minibar is paid separately • Tips are included

Easy Plus • You can choose a greater variety of beers, rum, vodka, gin • You can choose brands of wine • This package can be used in specialized restaurants. • If someone wants to buy a drink that is more expensive, they pay the difference. • Minibar is paid separately • Tips are included

Thomas, Yep! This basically points out the main differences. Thanks!

Hi, how are you? We are going in January on MSC Armonia for 7 nights. Will you have the same menu but with the Easy Plus package? I want to see what the difference is with the Easy.

I understand that in the Easy Plus you can choose a wider variety of cocktails, choose other brands of spirits, wine, beer and better coffee.

Can you help me please Regards

Hi Thomas, you can see the easy plus menu on this page about MSC Drink Packages . But just know that you can order from any menu. I hope this helps! Enjoy your cruise!

Thanks for this ! Do you know if the basic drink package covers say a bourbon and coke drink ?

You know, that’s a good question. Our travel buddies were ordering generic like rum & coke – Vodka Tonic, etc… but didn’t ever hear anyone order any basic Bourbon. BUT They did seem to have something included in the easy / basic package for all alcohol types, so I can only assume they have a bourbon. If not, you only pay the difference in price if what you want isn’t included in the Easy package. The few times I have done that, it’s only been $2 or so for better drinks.

Hi Phil, yesterday I sent a small message about the MSC transfer between Milan Malpensa Airport and Genoa Port. A small modification: we should get from Milan to Genoa in the morning of June 22, not June 21, so I would like the information (timetable, etc.) by the 22 of June.Sorry for the modification.Thanks in advance for your reply: Agnes

Hi Agnes – I’m unfortunately not famliar with how MSC Handles busses or shuttles from the Milan airport 🙁 – but I do know the transport is usually only on the morning of the cruise for when they DO offer shuttles. If you’re arriving early, you’ll be on your own to get to Genoa and it’s a few hours by train. The trains are generally pretty reliable an on time, but give yourself plenty of room to work with. You can use Rome2Rio (link) and plan a route or hire a private car (expect to spend 200 euro to get there though!). Here’s a link to private services on Viator

Hi! We have a cabin (Seaside from Genoa – 7 nights) for 4 people: 2 adults, 2 children, we have Easy Package for all four people. By definition, children do not drink alcoholic beverages, but my question is, is ice cream(for the children) included in Easy Packae? Thanks in advance: Agnes

Hi Agnes, I think if you call MSC, they will downgrade the kids to a soft drink package and save you money. As for icecream, it was available at the outside cafe at no charge but it will not cover the specialty ice cream / Gelato at Philippe Maury & Venchi Chocolate

Does the prices in the drinks menu include the gratuity? Or we have to add the 18% to know the total price?

Lizette, If you don’t have a drink package, and you are purchasing the drinks one by one, then you’ll pay the gratuity on top of the price you’re seeing. I believe the gratuity has just increased to 18% from 15%

We are two people traveling on MSC Meraviglia. Looking at these prices (some of them equal to or better than any hotel or Pub), I don’t think we are going to spend $560 (2 non-alcoholic packages) on water, coffee, and sodas in our 10-day cruise.

I agree- The prices really aren’t bad compared to other cruise lines! The packages make the most sense when they’re included as a promotion in the base fare at a discounted rate. I have friends that recently did a 2 week cruise with MSC and the drink packages were as much as the cruise. They declined and ended up spending a fraction of what the drink package would have been. Definitely worth doing the math!

how can i find out what brands of scotch are included in the easy plus package

Hi Bill & Susan, You can see the main menu above (first menu) and page 7 has “whisky” …. which they’ve sort of put all scotch and whisky together.

Remember it’s anything up to $10 per drink, so there are quite a few basic options available.

It’s explained on another page here that the Easy Package includes drinks up to $7.50, but I don’t see these drinks listed in the menu provided above, only the $9 ones. Did I miss something? Or is it $7.50 plus a 20% gratuity so it is $9.00 as listed on the menu which also includes the tip.

Hi Cory – If you look at the menu at the top of this page – and flip to the first page of the menu, it has the drinks up to 7.50 which are included in the “easy” package. MSC Generally has a menu for drinks that are part of the “Easy Package” and not all have a price associated with them (They’re just included). The $7.50 amount has been established since they now allow you to get a drink that is more than the $7.50 limit by paying the difference. I hope that makes sense!

Thanks! Don’t know how I missed that. I did the calculation and for our group of mostly light or non-drinkers, the packages don’t make financial sense when everybody has to get the same package, especially when we are going to be in port during most days and will get paid drinks there.

Sure! If you’re light drinkers, MSC Often has a promo for Easy or Easy plus as part of a cruise fare. I find that is the best way to go when it’s available since it covers everything from premium coffee & bottled water, etc. Not sure if you saw our MSC Drink Calculator (here) . This might help as well!

I noticed one can order bottles of wine pre cruise to be delivered to your stateroom. The prices for which seemed reasonable at @$32. My question is can you get a bottle at a bar on board and take it to your room or would there be a corkage fee?

Hi Kim! If you get the bottles onboard where they are available, you’ll pay a gratuity but not a true “corkage” fee by just taking them back to your room. So Expect to pay whatever their automatic gratuity / service charge is – but nothing else.

Hi. Are these prices in australian dollars?

Hello! The prices are in US dollars unless otherwise noted (sometimes we post prices in Euro, but it’s clearly stated).

Your not in Alice Springs anymore, mate!

Are these also the same prices if you were to buy the drinks a la carte?

Hi Josh – Yes, this is the ship-wide price list even if you’re paying for the drinks 1 at a time. For package customers, it’s a reference as to what the package will cover more than anything.

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MSC Divina Yacht Club 2/11 - 2/22 Live Review

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This review will be covering our first ever MSC cruise.  As the title indicates we will be sailing on MSC Divina out of Miami on an 11-day adventure. 

My wife and I are somewhat experienced cruises but have previously only sailed, with the exception of a single Carnival cruise in 2006, on Royal Caribbean and Celebrity.  

We have been disappointed by all of the changes and the pricing on Celebrity recently and after reading @generation-x  and other reviews of sailing in the YC aboard MSC we decided to give it a try and see if it was more to our liking.  You can see links to reviews of some of our previous cruises in my signature below.

We have been to all of the ports that we will be visiting on this cruise at least once and do not have any scheduled shore excursions.  My post will be more about our shipboard experiences than about the various ports and activities.  @JamieLogical  is also doing a live review of this cruise and between the two of us and with contributions from our fellow cruisers should give a pretty thorough review of life aboard Divina during our time onboard.  Jamie's review can be found here:

Thanks for following along. 

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33 minutes ago, DaKahuna said: We have been disappointed by all of the changes and the pricing on Celebrity recently and after reading @generation-x  and other reviews of sailing in the YC aboard MSC we decided to give it a try and see if it was more to our liking.  You can see links to reviews of some of our previous cruises in my signature below.

FYI, you mentioned the wrong @GenerationX . This is the correct one.

Best Cat Mom

Looking forward to reading your thoughts about MSC YC and the Divina. Buon viaggio!

Sounds like a great cruise, will be following.

NYHartChapp

Looking forward to following.  We were on Divina YC in January and will enjoy reading updates on the crew.  

1 hour ago, DaKahuna said: We have been disappointed by all of the changes and the pricing on Celebrity recently and after reading @GenerationX and other reviews of sailing in the YC aboard MSC we decided to give it a try and see if it was more to our liking

That's exactly how we ended up in YC on Divina last June, and then booked this cruise while we were onboard.

First few people we met in the YC were also recent converts from Celebrity, so there is something of a trend there...

Been looking forward to this cruise since then, so we'll see you onboard in a few days...

2 hours ago, DaKahuna said: This review will be covering our first ever MSC cruise.  As the title indicates we will be sailing on MSC Divina out of Miami on an 11-day adventure.  My wife and I are somewhat experienced cruises but have previously only sailed, with the exception of a single Carnival cruise in 2006, on Royal Caribbean and Celebrity.     We have been disappointed by all of the changes and the pricing on Celebrity recently and after reading @generation-x  and other reviews of sailing in the YC aboard MSC we decided to give it a try and see if it was more to our liking.  You can see links to reviews of some of our previous cruises in my signature below.   We have been to all of the ports that we will be visiting on this cruise at least once and do not have any scheduled shore excursions.  My post will be more about our shipboard experiences than about the various ports and activities.  @JamieLogical  is also doing a live review of this cruise and between the two of us and with contributions from our fellow cruisers should give a pretty thorough review of life aboard Divina during our time onboard.  Jamie's review can be found here:     Thanks for following along.   

Looking forward to following along, we're on the  Divinia in YC about a year out - happy sailings to you

You will love the Divina YC crew!  You will quickly meet “Pepe”, the YC Director who is the most hands on manager ever. Also Mehmet is the Maitre D’, equally wonderful.  Have a great time!

Thanks everyone.  We’re really looking forward to this cruise as we have not been at sea since last May.

5 hours ago, Mark_T said:   Been looking forward to this cruise since then, so we'll see you onboard in a few days

 Looking forward to meeting you over an adult beverage or two in the Top Sail Lounge.   

With The Retreat prices going the way they are, there’s going to be a lot more converts.  Personally I think that the YC, on the whole, is a far superior experience - except for food offerings.  Luminae beats the YC restaurant with its better menus. 

4 minutes ago, Beamafar said: With The Retreat prices going the way they are, there’s going to be a lot more converts.  Personally I think that the YC, on the whole, is a far superior experience - except for food offerings.  Luminae beats the YC restaurant with its better menus. 

It will be interesting to see what difference there are between the European and US versions of the YC menus.

In Europe at least, we had food that easily matched if not exceeded Luminae, especially the steak.

... but as ever these things can be variable from ship to ship and cruise to cruise...

3 minutes ago, Mark_T said: It will be interesting to see what difference there are between the European and US versions of the YC menus.   In Europe at least, we had food that easily matched if not exceeded Luminae, especially the steak.   ... but as ever these things can be variable from ship to ship and cruise to cruise...

Interesting.  I’ve never rated YC food very highly (and I’ve sailed in YC in several regions).

Cathy in Boston

We are also following as we will be in Yacht Club on Divina in April.  We are trying MSC for the same exact reasons.

I'll definitely be following along. MSC YC is on our radar. 

We will be on the Celebrity Beyond on 2/19 for an 11 night voyage. So our "LIVE'S" may overlap a few days ..... but I'll keep checking in. 

25 minutes ago, mac_tlc said: I'll definitely be following along. MSC YC is on our radar.    We will be on the Celebrity Beyond on 2/19 for an 11 night voyage. So our "LIVE'S" may overlap a few days ..... but I'll keep checking in. 

Here’s hoping you have a great cruise.   

We’ve only done one E-class cruise, Edge February 2020, so most of my comments and comparisons will be based on our experiences in the Retreat on M & S class ships.   

We will be leaving Saturday afternoon on a direct flight from Washington Dulles to Ft. Lauderdale International.  As with our previous cruise out of Miami a few years back it was less expensive to fly to FLL, spend the night in a hotel in FLL, and use Lyft/Uber from FLL to the cruise port in Miami than it was for us to fly to Miami, stay in a hotel over night there, and Lyft/Uber to the ship the next morning.  

In FLL normally we stay at the Renaissance on 17th street but we are doing things a little different this time and are staying at the FLL Airport Marriott. It works out to be pretty much the same logistically but saves us a few dollars due to the difference in hotel prices. 

My DW says that she needs a new pair of shoes so we will be going shopping for those later this morning.  As well, I need to make a trip to the bank and pick up some small bills to use for tips.  I normally bring a lot of $1.00 and $5.00 bills in case I am unsuccessful in the casino.  

Ironing has been done.  A lot of clothing items have been set aside for packing, and this afternoon I will start collection and putting my electronics into my backpack.  I'll provide a short list of those items once I finalize what I will be taking with me. 

Really looking forward to getting away from the 40 and 50 degree weather we are having. 

We’ll stay in Fort Lauderdale before our Seascape cruise (hate Miami!). We’re staying in the Las Olas area.  Never been before so have no idea where it is in relation to anything.  Still, I’ll be interested in reading about your Lyft/Uber arrangement to POM as that’s what we’re hoping to do, too. 

50 minutes ago, Beamafar said: We’ll stay in Fort Lauderdale before our Seascape cruise (hate Miami!). We’re staying in the Las Olas area.  Never been before so have no idea where it is in relation to anything.  Still, I’ll be interested in reading about your Lyft/Uber arrangement to POM as that’s what we’re hoping to do, too. 

 Will update it but it looks to be about $85.00 right now for Lyft XL.   I am torn between scheduling it now and waiting until we are ready to leave Sunday morning to arrange the ride. 

Just checked to make sure what terminal we will be using..  In case anyone else is interested, MSC Divina will be using Terminal C. 

welcome to MSC YC! 

The YC is a lovely experience. The private pool deck, lounge and dining are a great way to escape from the hustle/bustle and to really relax.

We used to sail X often and decided to try MSC YC in early 2020. Never looked back. The last 6 cruises have all been MSC YC

The ships vary (as you know being experienced in cruising) and are fun to explore.

What makes YC is the staff, crew, privacy and how they work to make your vacation special. 

On OC they will take you over the YCs beach/dining. Your wifi and YC bev package goes with you.

On Embarkation Day-- you will see right away how YC is wonderful

- and the YC off/on at each port is such a nice amenity...

1 hour ago, DaKahuna said: Just checked to make sure what terminal we will be using..  In case anyone else is interested, MSC Divina will be using Terminal C

If you want a preview, take look at this video, it shows the whole process of boarding in YC at Terminal C...

Don't let anyone take your luggage before you get to the white YC tents as they will get special tags applied there to ensure rapid delivery.

I'll be interested in your perspective of MSC YC.  I, a former Celebrity loyalist, sailed MSC YC on Meraviglia in September and was blown away......so much so, in fact, that I am again sailing on February 11th on Meraviglia in YC again.  Enjoy your cruise.  I'm sure it will be great.

Packing almost complete, flying Virgin Atlantic to Miami in the morning, looking forward to a change in the weather 🙂

3 hours ago, Mark_T said: If you want a preview, take look at this video, it shows the whole process of boarding in YC at Terminal C...

  Thanks.  I had not seen that one out of the many that I have looked at in preparation.  

3 hours ago, Mark_T said:   Don't let anyone take your luggage before you get to the white YC tents as they will get special tags applied there to ensure rapid delivery.

 We are hoping that our Lyft/uber driver will be able to drop us off at the Yacht Club tent but if not, then we will definitely keep this in mind.  

1 hour ago, jcpc said: I'll be interested in your perspective of MSC YC.  I, a former Celebrity loyalist, sailed MSC YC on Meraviglia in September and was blown away......so much so, in fact, that I am again sailing on February 11th on Meraviglia in YC again.  Enjoy your cruise.  I'm sure it will be great.

 Thank you.  We are really looking forward to it.  We still have one Celebrity cruise scheduled, Millennium in May in the Retreat so we'll see what happens after that. 

4 hours ago, Fogfog said: welcome to MSC YC! 

 Thank you very much. 

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