Cruising to the Bahamas on the MSC Seaside - First Impressions of this FLASHY Italian Cruise Ship

Name: Cruising to the Bahamas on the MSC Seaside - First Impressions of this FLASHY Italian Cruise Ship
Uploaded: 2026-02-19T00:00:00+00:00
Duration: 8 min 42 s
Channel: Very unOfficial Travel Guides

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MSC Cruises USA

Royal Caribbean Group

MSC Seaside

What This Creator Said

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❤️ Best for CoupleCaribbean · Winter · 5 nightsFrom MiamiVeteran Cruiser

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Creator's Key Takeaways

We had already checked in using the app, and it literally took us less than 15 minutes from the point when we gave up our bags to that happy moment where we strolled onto the ship.

The MSEC side is sort of a traditionally designed ship. On the inside, there is a large open central atrium area. And as always with MSE, it's very sparkly, glittery, and loud.

The nighttime dance parties on this cruise were insane.

Creator's Tips & Advice

✓Book the hotel shuttle to the port a day in advance for $15 per person, which is cheaper than Uber.

✓If cabins are not ready when you board, go to the buffet for lunch to save money on land.

✓Walk around the ship on the first afternoon to get your bearings.

✓On sail away from Miami, stand on the port side to view Miami Beach and hotels.

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Suitcase not arriving in cabin immediately — Don't worry, it will arrive later in the day.

Not knowing ship layout — Walk around the ship on the first afternoon to get your bearings.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat is the first day like on a cruise ship?

QHow does the MSC Seaside compare to other cruise ships?

QWhat are the storage options in the cabin?

Topics Covered

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Port Highlights

Miami1½ Happy Bacon

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We cruised to The Bahamas and Ocean Cay Marine Reserve with the MSC Seaside out of Miami during the coldest temperatures recorded since 1977! See our cabin, the ship, and everything we did on the first day onboard! #cruise #cruiseship #miami Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0qb5AAbSI9kcjptctjWs1g/join Get my NEW BOOK, "Places, Please!" on Amazon: Link for USA: https://amzn.to/49v7OCd "Getting Stitches on a Cruise Ship" Book Link for UK: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B09MV7KR5K "Getting Stitches on a Cruise Ship" Book Link for Canada: https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B09MV7KR5K "Getting Stitches on a Cruise Ship" Book Link for Australia: https://www.amazon.com.au/dp/B09MV7KR5K Get exclusive videos and behind the scenes looks here: https://www.patreon.com/veryunofficial Amazon links to my gear, and other fun stuff I wish I had! https://www.amazon.com/shop/veryunofficialtravelguides Follow on: www.facebook.com/MorgansVeryunOfficialTravelGuides Instagram @MrMorganOBrien Twitter: @MrMorganOBrien Affiliate Links: I receive a small percentage from purchases made from affiliate links that may be contained in this description. This does not affect the amount you pay in any way. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.