Our First MSC Cruise Was NOT What We Expected. Here's Why [MSC Seascape Review]

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  • Опубликовано: 20 апр 2024
  • I took a cruise one of the most controversial cruise lines, MSC Cruises. When we boarded MSC Seascape, I wasn't sure what to expect. Even though I've been on over 35 cruises, my first MSC cruise wasn't what I expected!
    In this video, I share an MSC cruise review, which includes what we liked best on MSC Seascape, as well as things that could have been better. I also share an MSC Seascape cruise ship tour, along with MSC cruise tips you'll want to know.
    If you're planning an MSC cruise or have been considering which cruise line is best for you, this video is a must-watch! MSC cruise vlog & MSC first time cruise tips.
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  • @LifeWellCruised
    @LifeWellCruised  Месяц назад +6

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    • @arbonneladyTN
      @arbonneladyTN Месяц назад

      In addition to my comment below (somewhere) … I loved seeing your son and watching you and hubby walking holding hands!
      Hubby & I have been married 43 years and still walk hand in hand❤️ How long have you two been married?

    • @LifeWellCruised
      @LifeWellCruised  29 дней назад

      @@arbonneladyTN awe thanks! 30 years! Congrats to you on so many wonderful years 🥂

  • @CARLOGONZO
    @CARLOGONZO Месяц назад +103

    Hi ! Ilana, My wife and I are South Florida Residents since the 60's. We've cruised all over the World (since retiring in 2009). Actually we started cruising from Miami and Ft. Lauderdale in 2001. So, we are very familiar with the area and the Industry. Our favorite cruise line at this time is Princess (Elite Level cruisers) But we have enjoyed cruising with Celebrity, RCCL, MSC and NCL. Love your videos ! One thing that you didn't mentioned with MSC is that they offer a match of Loyalty Level (just in case you didn't know). We as Elite Princess Cruisers receive Diamond Level Status with MSC. All you have to do is send proof at booking time and you'll be awarded the status and perks that go along with it. Thank You and Keep on Posting those great videos !

    • @LifeWellCruised
      @LifeWellCruised  Месяц назад +9

      Thanks for sharing & you’re so right! I’ll have to have a tips video to share this & other info :)

    • @sf3413
      @sf3413 Месяц назад +4

      Thank you for sharing that! We're thinking of branching out from RCL.... I feel like that's a sin of thought, but we want more options.

    • @evelynwelch8143
      @evelynwelch8143 Месяц назад +3

      I’m a princess platinum and very close to elite after my 2 cruises this year. What other cruise line honor your Elite? I know RC doesn’t acknowledge it. Have you seen any changes with Princess elite benefits ? Thanks!

    • @CARLOGONZO
      @CARLOGONZO Месяц назад +2

      @@evelynwelch8143 The entire Industry has made changes and cutbacks to some of the Top Level perks. Not just Princess. We go along with the flow and continue cruising. It is what it is !! Blessed to be able to do it. Thank-you.

    • @Shahkee13300
      @Shahkee13300 Месяц назад

      Very interesting! TY

  • @KevinWhite-ql7nl
    @KevinWhite-ql7nl 27 дней назад +9

    We have done 3 MSC cruises in the past 8 months, which the cost of the cruises made this possible. We have been on the Seaside, Magnifica, and the Divina. We love the European flair onboard their ships. They have been some negatives but over all will enjoyed our self and We Love MSC.

  • @pamgordon5051
    @pamgordon5051 Месяц назад +46

    After cruising most of the well known cruise ships, we took our first MSC cruise on the Seascape last year and absolutely loved it and would most certainly cruise on it again. By the way, I absolutely love your videos. I watch them every year right before going on a cruise so I don't miss anything. Lol

    • @LifeWellCruised
      @LifeWellCruised  Месяц назад +3

      Thanks for sharing your review & experience, & for your lovely comments too 😊

  • @user-hh1il7hk5y
    @user-hh1il7hk5y Месяц назад +45

    Just a warning about MSC Yacht Club: Once you try it, you won't want to go back to any other cruising! We have done 7 MSC Cruises, with the last one in Yacht Club. Fabulous experience. We have three more MSC Cruises scheduled--in Yacht Club. The value is beyond compare.
    Also, if you love traveling in Europe, you will enjoy the differences on MSC. People who expect an American experience don't usually appreciate MSC.

    • @LifeWellCruised
      @LifeWellCruised  Месяц назад +5

      I have heard this 👏

    • @m.m.4645
      @m.m.4645 Месяц назад +4

      Maybe we should try an msc cruise out of North America.
      Because the ones we had from Europe weren't that great.
      Rude passengers everywhere and totally overcrowded, even in shoulder seasons.

    • @dionnemoragne4533
      @dionnemoragne4533 Месяц назад +2

      Can you explain what the yacht club experience is please?

    • @truepeacenik
      @truepeacenik Месяц назад

      On hot tubs…I’m a hot springs fan, and I’ll hang in the Lobster Pots/Crab Pots which tend to be 110-115.
      On a ship, 100-105 is perfect.

    • @lauradi308
      @lauradi308 Месяц назад +1

      110% endorse MSC Yacht Club. Husband loves it so much I had to basically blackmail him into trying Princess next year ;-). It's a bit of a splurge compared to the price of your typical MSC cruise but it is so beyond worth it. Oh, and the Yacht Club hot tub on the Seascape is the hottest on the ship.

  • @jcshaves
    @jcshaves Месяц назад +27

    My wife and I just arrived safely home from our first cruise vacation. We both loved it. The only bad thing is that it ended. Thankfully we were blessed with beautiful weather and calm seas the entire trip. Thank you very much for your tips, tricks, and advice. It really helped a great deal. My wife would ask me questions and I knew quite a bit of the answers because of the awesome CruiseTube community. Again thanks for all the help and can’t wait to try another. Thanks LWC.

    • @LifeWellCruised
      @LifeWellCruised  Месяц назад +5

      Awe I’m so glad that my videos & tips had even a small part of your enjoyment of your first cruise! Glad to hear that you’re hooked 🪝😂

    • @jcshaves
      @jcshaves Месяц назад +2

      @@LifeWellCruised indeed.

    • @arbonneladyTN
      @arbonneladyTN Месяц назад +1

      @@LifeWellCruisedYou are wonderful! We have been cruising for about 20 years off & on.
      So many of your tips are great reminders for us… and of course new ideas & tips!
      Keep up the great work for us! I think you are one of the BEST in the RUclips universe 👏🏼

  • @paulgould1820
    @paulgould1820 Месяц назад +3

    Two things to add. If you are new to MSC and you have a status on another cruise line, or even hotel status, MSC will match it and give you their benefits. I matched instantly into Gold on my first MAC cruise. Also, in San Juan, do the El Yuenke rainforest excursion. It is amazing to see the Puerto Rican rain forest!

  • @BeCreativewithTerryJeanette
    @BeCreativewithTerryJeanette Месяц назад +10

    We tried MSC (Seascape out of Miami)) in April of 2023, back to back.. We loved it so much, we gave it another try. This time it was on the Seashore out of Port Canavaral. We cruised March 21 through 14 April...yes another back to back. LOVED it! I totally agree with everything you have said in this video. Thanks for sharing.

    • @LifeWellCruised
      @LifeWellCruised  Месяц назад +1

      Very interesting. I’m happy to hear your experiences as well 👏

  • @christinelloyd-kg9ow
    @christinelloyd-kg9ow 14 дней назад +1

    How lovely to listen to someone who is not talking too fast and loud

  • @GayesyJ
    @GayesyJ Месяц назад +10

    I wouldn’t have ever considered MSC but I think I will now! 🤩 Thanks for a very thorough review as always Ilana! 😎💞

  • @JilSpangenberg-ys7fz
    @JilSpangenberg-ys7fz Месяц назад +22

    Honestly I had scratched MSC cruise off my list because their reviews aren't that great. But those reviews were from strangers - and may even have been from employees of Carnival, Princess, Royal, etc... trying to downgrade their competition. But I trust your review and now I might just be willing to try one. Their prices are GREAT! Thanks for going and sharing what you learned.

    • @LifeWellCruised
      @LifeWellCruised  Месяц назад +2

      I’m glad this was helpful. I think they have been improving and adjusting as well with feedback

    • @thebikinilife
      @thebikinilife Месяц назад

      While I am also a stranger, let me just share that I have reached Diamond Plus on Royal... after sailing on the Seascape, MSC is not my preferred line for value.

    • @caymanprincessa
      @caymanprincessa Месяц назад +1

      I agree with you. We cruised MSC before Covid and were not very impressed, especially with the food. Having seen this video I am ready to give MSC another try. We cruise 5-6 times a year and are high tier on several other cruiselines. Thanks Ilana😊

    • @SuperKenndog
      @SuperKenndog Месяц назад

      Nope. They stuck

  • @MJinFlorida
    @MJinFlorida Месяц назад +15

    Love it when the cruise private island honors the beverage package!

  • @Rimxsha
    @Rimxsha Месяц назад +16

    Your review is so informative, if it wasn't for your review I wouldn't even have known how fun this particular crusie seems to be.

  • @franknati658
    @franknati658 Месяц назад +3

    We love MSC cruises. We have sailed the Seaside and the Seashore twice with 2 more booked so far. We love MSC so much, that for us, MSC has knocked Royal down a notch.

  • @pop8612
    @pop8612 Месяц назад

    Thank you. MSC cruise sounds wonderful. I can’t wait to book

  • @jamespartee5930
    @jamespartee5930 Месяц назад +5

    It was so good meeting you on the Seascape.MSC IS ONE OF MY FAVORITE LINE. HOPE TO SEE YOU ON ANOTHER MSC.SHIP

    • @LifeWellCruised
      @LifeWellCruised  Месяц назад +1

      Nice to meet you too! Thanks for leaving a comment here & see you on another ship 🛳️👏😂

  • @christinemarino5732
    @christinemarino5732 26 дней назад

    I will check them out. Thank you for the great insight ❤❤

  • @laurazeller2014
    @laurazeller2014 Месяц назад

    Thank you, Ilana. It looked like a beautiful ship.

  • @melaniespikes
    @melaniespikes Месяц назад +1

    Thank you for your videos. All of the research we need are in these playlists and help us prepare. 😊

  • @maryg4551
    @maryg4551 Месяц назад

    Great video Illana! About to hop on to your video re MSC packages! Thanks!

  • @sonyas.5639
    @sonyas.5639 15 дней назад

    Thank you for sharing your experience and tips. Really appreciate it and enjoy your next adventure!😊

  • @hermanlucero
    @hermanlucero Месяц назад

    Very nice and informative presentation...MSC may be on our bucket list for future cruises...Thanks...

  • @jillharling
    @jillharling Месяц назад +13

    I love your runway model style! Your walk is so cute! We watch you always!!!

  • @kathleenabell5933
    @kathleenabell5933 Месяц назад

    Another ship I’ll consider - great review thanks!

  • @angelamacri8591
    @angelamacri8591 Месяц назад

    I love your videos Ilana thank you so much for your info on the MSC. I want to try them but was hesitant. May give them a try.

  • @jco3917
    @jco3917 Месяц назад +9

    We took a 7 day Caribbean cruise on the MSC Seaside. We thought the specialty restaurants were pricier than on other lines, so we ate every dinner in the main dining room and the food and service were very good. The entertainment was excellent. I liked the smaller buffet for breakfast and it’s located on an upper deck. We ate most lunches in the main buffet and it was ok and had very little style. We loved the private island and we were docked there overnight. I would highly recommend a cruise that is docked overnight at Ocean Cay.

  • @sdega315
    @sdega315 Месяц назад

    Awesome overview! Beautiful ship.

  • @nadineyturraspe1981
    @nadineyturraspe1981 Месяц назад

    So glad for this video.. I like to try many cruise lines

  • @lisakeul3435
    @lisakeul3435 Месяц назад +1

    Awesome video, very informative!! Thank you so much Ilana!!❤

  • @christopherjustice4233
    @christopherjustice4233 Месяц назад

    This was a very informative and help fun review. Thank you Ilana!

    • @LifeWellCruised
      @LifeWellCruised  Месяц назад

      So glad you enjoyed it! I appreciate your comments & you watching

  • @mwroysan
    @mwroysan 26 дней назад

    Thanks for an informative video Ilana👍🏻😄

  • @m-raytheboss8994
    @m-raytheboss8994 Месяц назад

    Great video, very informative !

  • @marymiddleton5324
    @marymiddleton5324 26 дней назад

    I just love your channel. So good. I also appreciate you do not super slow. I stay in engaged the entire time. I am sailing MSC next year for the first time..I'm more excited now.

  • @Kevin-tk7hm
    @Kevin-tk7hm Месяц назад +1

    Hi Ilana, We have been watching your channel for months and enjoy all the information and tips! We are so happy you enjoyed MSC so much because we did the same itinerary on Seascape February of this year and had the best experience.

  • @christalambe5435
    @christalambe5435 Месяц назад +1

    We loved the Seascape and will absolutely book with MSC again - excellent overall value! I’m so glad you had a positive experience and are sharing this with us!

  • @Andreasatseajourneys
    @Andreasatseajourneys Месяц назад +4

    Hi Ilana I am so happy to find your channel and watching your video about MSC Seascape! I just disembarked from there 2 months ago and now I am on MSC Seaview and have started also to upload some videos about MSC and my job there as Hotel Director. You earned a new fan and I hope one day you cruise on one of the ships I am on!

  • @laurenschenck5355
    @laurenschenck5355 Месяц назад +1

    Happy you loved MSC crusie line llana! 💚💕🍄🍄🛳️🛳️🩵💛💞❤️🌸🍄💜🩷🩷🪻🪻🌼🌷🌷🧡💓💗🌞💓🫶🏻🧡🌷🌺🛳️🛳️❤️💕💕🌸💜🩷💚💚💚🌈🌈🌼🩷🌷💘🌺🌺🌷🧡🫶🏻💓💖💖🌞🌞💖

  • @notinterested6343
    @notinterested6343 Месяц назад +2

    Thank you for the unbiased review!

    • @LifeWellCruised
      @LifeWellCruised  Месяц назад

      Thanks for watching & I’m glad you enjoyed the video :)

  • @tb985
    @tb985 Месяц назад

    Love, loved your review 😊❤

  • @merliealley5938
    @merliealley5938 Месяц назад +1

    Me and 3 friends are going to MSC Seashore Cruise for the first time schedule May 12. I’ve been watching your cruise videos. Thanks so much for sharing all the tips. It helps us prepared what to expect in two weeks on our cruise experience.

  • @tammyclark5380
    @tammyclark5380 Месяц назад +1

    I loved the MSC cruise I was on a few months ago. Would absolutely use them again.

  • @tubelance
    @tubelance Месяц назад +4

    Was on seaside last year. Going on seascape in a few weeks. Our family loves MSC. Such a good value

  • @williamwarren9448
    @williamwarren9448 Месяц назад

    Really good report ! I will consider MSC now ( never have before) especially their newer ships thank you ! Glenda

  • @blessednettie69
    @blessednettie69 26 дней назад

    Great Review!

  • @cirasantiago971
    @cirasantiago971 Месяц назад +1

    Great video!! We have sailed with MSC twice , one Mediterranean cruise from Barcelona and one Caribbean. We loved both cruises , I ve never understood why so many negative reviews . Thank you for you opinions, ideas and tips 😊

  • @richardg8651
    @richardg8651 Месяц назад

    Great! Definitely going to save this video. MSC sounds like a good choice.

  • @marjiemadlena5871
    @marjiemadlena5871 Месяц назад

    This was a very helpful video. I’ve been thinking about trying MSC. What a beautiful ship.

  • @brianebert6770
    @brianebert6770 26 дней назад +1

    My husband and I went on her sister ship MSC seashore. It was the best experience we have ever had and we are platinum on several different levels on several different cruise lines.

  • @mogojoe
    @mogojoe 2 часа назад

    Great video I learned a lot.

  • @melissapuckett9983
    @melissapuckett9983 Месяц назад

    We just got off MSC Seashore and loved it. We have done other cruise lines but for the value and how classy this ship looks we will be sailing with them again.

  • @robinschannelmcconnell5575
    @robinschannelmcconnell5575 Месяц назад

    Great video! I have our first MSC scheduled on the Seashore next March in the yacht club!

  • @lizzietizzy
    @lizzietizzy Месяц назад

    Great insights Ilana as always! ❤

    • @LifeWellCruised
      @LifeWellCruised  Месяц назад

      Thanks for watching & I’m glad you enjoyed the video 😊

  • @hellokitty2848
    @hellokitty2848 Месяц назад

    Thank you so very much for this awesome review! Unfortunately, I watched way too many videos of negative reviews about MSC Magnifica before I went on my cruise and I wasn’t as excited to go. I expected the worst and even second-guessed my decision to book. Well…I am happy to say I was pleasantly surprised! I had a great time! Food, entertainment, service, embarkation, and debarkation were superb! I am looking forward to my next MSC sailing. Thanks, Ilana…for being so awesome and fair on your reviews!

  • @tonilutgring3974
    @tonilutgring3974 Месяц назад

    Sailed in December on the Magnifica and heading on the seashore in June, loved the food, ship, and service.

  • @shirleymcnickle4281
    @shirleymcnickle4281 Месяц назад

    I always love your videos. I was so happy to see this video, I’ve been thinking about an MSC cruise but was a little worried I’d be disappointed, not anymore.

  • @M-M.Wunderlust
    @M-M.Wunderlust 28 дней назад +2

    Our first cruise with MSC changed our entire perspective on future cruises. We had booked the “Auria” level balcony. When we arrived at the port, MSC informed us that we were upgraded to the Yacht Club Level. In a nutshell, yacht club is absolutely brilliant! We’ll never cruise anything less than Yacht club ever again! It was amazing! We have since booked a few more cruises in the Yacht Club. The next one is going to the Fjords of Norway on the MSC Euribia.

    • @Stephanie-vx4zi
      @Stephanie-vx4zi 25 дней назад

      Lovely! Is that next year? I was looking at that.

    • @Stephanie-vx4zi
      @Stephanie-vx4zi 25 дней назад

      MSCs FUTURE CRUISE PROGRAMME is FANTASTIC! We booked whilst on the Meraviligia in Yacht club. You save and earn so much by booking while onboard.
      Look up the benefits online!

    • @M-M.Wunderlust
      @M-M.Wunderlust 25 дней назад

      @@Stephanie-vx4zi No, it’s this upcoming Aug-Sept. 😀

  • @brandonh7976
    @brandonh7976 Месяц назад

    Hi Ilana, thanks for this excellent review. I’m going on the Seascape next month May 18th. I can’t wait!!! I’m a huge fan of your channel.

    • @LifeWellCruised
      @LifeWellCruised  Месяц назад +1

      Awesome!! Glad it was helpful & I wish you a wonderful cruise! I forgot to mention that the elevators tend to be a bit of a wait - just to expect that :)

  • @brianpawlowski6498
    @brianpawlowski6498 Месяц назад +4

    We enjoyed MSC on our recent European cruise and would like to try them domestically. We were in the minority so to speak over there, but not once did we feel uncomfortable with language barriers and diverse cultures. Despite any flaws MSC may have, I can honestly say they are very accommodating and very helpful. Eventually, even I get tired of 24 hour party cruise. Not too tired, but would still like a change of pace. I think MSC does that.

  • @jeremyeckhause1747
    @jeremyeckhause1747 Месяц назад +1

    Incredibly helpful, Ilana. Thank you. I'm not sure it's the right line for us, but it looks more tempting than before. Knowing the pros and cons is extremely helpful.

  • @user-jb1ky1wl2u
    @user-jb1ky1wl2u Месяц назад +3

    So glad you loved it. We loved it too

  • @hsiangwenhuang2376
    @hsiangwenhuang2376 Месяц назад

    My daughter and I will take MSC Seascape in May. Looking forward to it.

  • @olivebio
    @olivebio 25 дней назад

    Loved your review
    I am going to check it out.
    We are not big crowds people
    I will look into their select options 😊

  • @barbaramorrow8600
    @barbaramorrow8600 Месяц назад

    I would definitely consider MSC cruises after hearing all the positives! Thanks for all the great information!

  • @tdorsey1548
    @tdorsey1548 Месяц назад +2

    You're awesome. I watch you all day. I'm going on my first cruise in June.

    • @LifeWellCruised
      @LifeWellCruised  Месяц назад

      You’re too kind! So glad you enjoy the videos, especially before your first cruise

  • @kprincess80
    @kprincess80 16 дней назад

    i went on the seascape in Feb this year and i absolutely loved it. will definitely cruise with them again

  • @grannyoffive1313
    @grannyoffive1313 Месяц назад

    So happy to hear you enjoyed your MSC experience… our first cruise with MSC on MSC Davina was in 2017 and we really enjoyed it… we have completed seven MSC cruises… Two of them in the Yacht Club… Of course we loved the Yacht Club but that doesn't stop us from cruising in the main area on MSC… We truly love them both… We will be going on MSC seashore in the main fantastica experience in September… Looking so forward to it🚢😎🚢

  • @sirobin171
    @sirobin171 Месяц назад

    We were just on the Seascape April 6. Its great value for sure.

  • @guayames
    @guayames Месяц назад +1

    We have taken MSC since it was a totally Italian experience. Went in its Yacht Club a few months ago and liked it so much will be back in the Seascape next week. Thanks for your review, will test it during this, our 174th cruise.

  • @mymodernhomestead
    @mymodernhomestead Месяц назад +2

    Such a great review! I appreciate your videos. We got back home Saturday from a 5 night cruise with a group of 26 friends. It was my second cruise. My first was 19 years ago. Your tips were a great help! My husband and I have an RC cruise scheduled in August for our 25th anniversary! Thank you for all you do!

    • @LifeWellCruised
      @LifeWellCruised  Месяц назад +1

      That’s so exciting!! Happy anniversary & I’m so glad my videos have been a help

  • @joanneajetunmobi6874
    @joanneajetunmobi6874 Месяц назад +2

    I was on MSC Seascape last week. We loved it!!! I found the infinity pool on deck 8 that you mentioned. I loved the evening entertainment in the lounges, in the atrium or on the pool deck.
    I did find the hot air balloon on the way to Le Cabaret Rouge longe. And yes, we took photos!!!
    Your review of this cruise ship is fair. And I will cruise with MSC again.

  • @LalaCybertruckGirl
    @LalaCybertruckGirl Месяц назад

    Taking this exact cruise December 2024! Such a beautiful ship and the food actually looks so good to me!

  • @lisafowler7477
    @lisafowler7477 Месяц назад +1

    I’ve never tried MSC, but thanks to your video. I feel the need to. 😊

  • @carolsava7166
    @carolsava7166 Месяц назад

    Love MSC. Once you go to the yacht club, you will always travel. Loved your video.

  • @susanshepherd2997
    @susanshepherd2997 17 дней назад

    Headed on our 1st MSC Cruise in Nov on Seaside and very excited. Even though we will be on a different ship, i still appreciate the info in the video. Thx

  • @suelelievre5513
    @suelelievre5513 Месяц назад +1

    Enjoyed seeing the variety on board.

  • @ghjcmo
    @ghjcmo Месяц назад +4

    I’ve always heard such horror stories about the food on MSC so it’s nice to hear a positive review. I think I’m going to have to try them.

    • @miladycernuda1
      @miladycernuda1 17 дней назад

      I have been in two MCs cruises this month. The Magnifica and the Seascape and the food at the main restaurant was excellent. The buffet is only open until 11:30pm. Snacks only pizza) until 1:00pm. No unlimited ice-cream soft cone machines anywhere.

  • @scruff520
    @scruff520 Месяц назад +1

    Great video Ilana x

    • @LifeWellCruised
      @LifeWellCruised  Месяц назад +1

      Glad you enjoyed it & thanks for your comment ☺️

  • @katem4365
    @katem4365 Месяц назад

    Ilana, that is a fabulous fare. 👌🏻 And I appreciate your review as I will look at this cruise myself now. 😊

    • @LifeWellCruised
      @LifeWellCruised  Месяц назад +1

      Glad you enjoyed the video & this was helpful info :)

  • @lorigallegos5649
    @lorigallegos5649 29 дней назад

    I had never been on a Cruise and my first cruise was MSC and I had a great experience. I had no expectations and enjoyed everything!!

  • @scottwoods504
    @scottwoods504 Месяц назад +1

    I miss Captain Bye Bye. We had him on the Sky Princess in Jan 2020 and I heard he left Princess for MSC. There are few Captains I remember and he is one of the good ones. He keeps you well informed in a lite hearted way.

  • @geoffmatthews1094
    @geoffmatthews1094 Месяц назад

    Thank you for this comprehensive review…
    Aussie here… heading off to Rome in a few weeks for MSC Seaside out of Civitavecchia.
    I watched a few American RUclips reviews for MSC that weren’t flattering of the Food, but at the same time didn’t show much if it.
    Watching your video the food looked so appealing…. I recognise that the experience out of Italy will of course have subtle differences…
    But I head off now feeling confident that it will hit the spot.
    Thanks again for your review.

  • @BeefromSC
    @BeefromSC Месяц назад +6

    I enjoyed the video!!! All the food choices looked so delicious too! For three people, the drink package, and a balcony, I think it was a very good price! I’ve never sailed MSC, but from this video, I can tell it’s my style 😇🛳️🛳️

    • @LifeWellCruised
      @LifeWellCruised  Месяц назад

      Glad you enjoyed it! I really liked the value & experience too

  • @PappyJack
    @PappyJack Месяц назад

    Hi Ilana! Thanks for all the GREAT content. My wife and I learned so much from you before our first cruise in 2023! This year, after our second cruise, still credit you and your advice for our forward success! This year, we’ll have 3 cruises! THANK YOU! 😊

  • @juliemagic
    @juliemagic Месяц назад +6

    Thank you so much for the honest review. We love MSC and can’t wait to go back. The multinational vibe on Seaside was magically fantastic! We loved all the shows, our steward was super sweet, and all the buffet staff was terrific. The pizza was simple but yummy and crunchy. Decaf coffee was the best! Ocean Cay is a heaven! 🫶🏼 Overall, the ship design and especially the Atrium is luxury gorgeous! However, there are many things to improve on the ship (pasta was not good, meat choice could be better, some of the bar design was off, upper deck pool beds were dirty/moldy, and the evening before disembarkation entertainment was not good, we are bored). Next time, we will try their another ship, Seashore. Hopefully, it will be an even better experience 🙌🏼

    • @LifeWellCruised
      @LifeWellCruised  Месяц назад

      Thanks for sharing your experience & review :)

  • @barbaradesousa9122
    @barbaradesousa9122 3 дня назад

    We have always enjoyed our MSC cruises.

  • @heidigeldean2510
    @heidigeldean2510 Месяц назад +10

    We sailed on the Seascape in November 2023. We had a wonderful time. We were in the Yacht Club and they made us feel very special. They even decorated our cabin and gave me a cake on my birthday! It had been a rough year and this made me so happy!

    • @LifeWellCruised
      @LifeWellCruised  Месяц назад

      So happy to hear it was so special

    • @marciasanguinetti3900
      @marciasanguinetti3900 Месяц назад

      Thank you for sharing your Yacht Club experience and how nicely they spoiled you for your birthday YAY ! I hope you are feeling far far better health wise, and that you look forward to scads more cruises and travel in general ! Cheers to you, M.

  • @designerpens
    @designerpens 24 дня назад

    Thank you for your insights. We sailed Magnifica (fantastica) in February and were pleased with it. Two days at ocean cay would have been nice but we are glad we chose MSC

  • @anastas6179
    @anastas6179 Месяц назад +1

    I've sailed the Meraviglia 2x and Grandiosa in the past and very much enjoyed the cruises and the ships are beautiful. Your thorough review and video of the Seascape make it appear as beautiful and yet, very different from those two ships. I have another Meraviglia cruise lined up, but will definitely look at Seascape and/or World America for 2025.

  • @papatadzRN
    @papatadzRN Месяц назад +8

    8 nights with MSC Divina was astounding 😊! It was my first cruise 🚢

  • @PauMaz
    @PauMaz Месяц назад +2

    While in San Juan consider an excursion to El Yunque Rain Forest. Also consider an excursion to the Bacardi Cathedral of Rum.

  • @Stephanie-vx4zi
    @Stephanie-vx4zi 25 дней назад

    We LOVE the T.Bone at Butchers Cut😛

  • @SarinaWheatman
    @SarinaWheatman Месяц назад

    Hi Illana, so good to hear your positive views of MSC Seascape, I have not sailed this ship (yet) but last year my first-ever cruise was on MSC Prezosia and I was blown away by many of the things you wrote about. This year I am trying MSC Virtuosa in October. I found more things to love than to complain about. One negative was the lack of choice for Vegetarians in the MDR - but I figured that if I needed to, the Buffet was more than adequate. I did not starve! The crew were fab, entertainment varied. Another negative perhaps was there were very few things that a solo rookie could do, I like my own company so did not worry about this, I heard that there are 'meet-ups' on other ships but not on the one I sailed on. All in all, I am surprised that MSC receive such negative views, yours were great to hear - thank you.

  • @joedipangrazio3218
    @joedipangrazio3218 Месяц назад

    Thank you for your review on MSC, I respect your opinion and feel less hesitant about booking a cruise with them.
    I have seen many reviews that were negative and not many positive and wasn’t sure if I would like them. But I think I will give them a try in the near future.
    I have a cruise coming up in May on the Enchanted Princess, this is my first time with Princess. I know in your past reviews that you are a fan of Princess and I am really looking forward to our cruise!!!
    Thanks again

  • @daughtersofjesususa6228
    @daughtersofjesususa6228 Месяц назад

    Greetings Ilana! This was a very fair and balanced review of the MSC Seascape. I have cruised most of MSC’s ships in North America, and Seascape is my favorite. As a travel agent, I find MSC to be a great value for my cruise groups and first-time cruisers. In fact, I have a group that just set sail yesterday on that ship. Thanks again for being such a great resource for travel professionals. I often send my clients your videos to teach them tips, tricks, and all things cruising. You are a treasure!

    • @LifeWellCruised
      @LifeWellCruised  Месяц назад

      I really appreciate your comments & kind words! That means a lot coming from a TA & I appreciate you sharing my videos too :)

  • @laurenschenck5355
    @laurenschenck5355 Месяц назад

    All those restaurants and buffet sounds amazing spectacular and refreshing and very well prepared 🩷🧡🫶🏻🧡🩷💚💚🩷🌈🌈💘🌼🌼🌸❤️🩵💛💛🪻🪻💚💚🧡🫶🏻🧡🩷💚🛳️💘❤️❤️🩵🌈🍄🍄💞🛳️🫶🏻🧡💚💚💘🌈❤️🪻💗🌸🌸

  • @johnnolan5579
    @johnnolan5579 Месяц назад

    With the cost of cruising on the upswing I will definitely consider MSC on my next cruise thanks to your positive review.

  • @kendallt506
    @kendallt506 21 день назад

    I just got off the Seashore on May 5th and absolutely loved it. Amazing cruise and great value. Great review. I'm booked for YNt Seascape next in December 2024.

  • @candacelittle1807
    @candacelittle1807 Месяц назад

    MSC will be the next cruise I book.. thanks for your review.

  • @marvabaker961
    @marvabaker961 29 дней назад

    I have cruised on 3 MSC ships and loved them enormously. I will travel again. I was not bothered by her comments.❤❤❤❤

  • @jesscarey7418
    @jesscarey7418 Месяц назад +1

    You have done an amazing review Ilana. Thank you for sharing. We are excited to go this upcoming week. This will be our third MSC cruise. We cruised twice on the Seaside last year out of Port Canaveral. I think with every cruise line your going to get your hiccups and MSC has been really listening to what their clients are complaining about and making changes for the value of the cruise. We are also Canadian Cruisers and love to hear all the different languages as well. Just getting away from Spring in Canada for a week is a treat in its self. Happy Cruising

    • @LifeWellCruised
      @LifeWellCruised  Месяц назад

      I totally get you! Agree - give me sunshine & 25+ C & I’m already pretty happy 😂