12 Secret Tips for the MSC Seaside | Cruise Control
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arrive after one o'clock to avoid the rush and board at a speedier rate
if you can fit everything into your carry-on you can actually roll it on the ship and not have to wait until after dinner for your luggage to arrive
I strongly recommend purchasing the PhotoPass before you even arrive on the ship it's less expensive
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Porthole Magazine’s review team set sail on MSC’s newest ship, the MSC seaside. Here are a few tips to making the most out of your first day aboard: 1) ARRIVAL: Avoid the early bird rush by arriving between 1PM and 4PM. 2) LUGGAGE: Travel light and pack the necessities. If you can fit everything into a carry-on, you can roll it on to the ship and not have to wait until after dinner to see your luggage. 3) KIDS WRISTBANDS: Be sure to get kids wristbands on deck 18 first thing, so you can track them. The kids’ wristbands are thicker than the adult ones and harder to remove for good reason. 4) ADULT WRISTBANDS: Treat yourself to an adult wristband too! It will make your vacation even more enjoyable without the hassle of having to carry around your card. 5) CREDIT CARD: Be sure to add your credit card to your account at the machine next the front desk after you get your wristbands. It may be difficult to add later, 6) INSTALL THE APP: MSC Seaside’s App, MSC for Me is a must use onboard the ship. Download before you lose cellular coverage. Put your phone in airplane mode and turn on Wi-Fi and Bluetooth (so you can track). If it installs in Italian put your booking number in the first field, your last name in the second field to log in. then tap the bottom right button, then the 'gear' button and change language to English. 7) ACTIVATE WIFI: If it’s not in your package buy it! You are on vacation so make it enjoyable and communicate with your family. 8) SHOW RESERVATIONS: Go to a touchscreen display board and reserve your shows. 9) FIRST DINNER: Show up on time to your first dinner in the main restaurant so you can meet your wait staff and inform them of your special needs if any. There is no 'embarkation party' like other lines, so you will go to dinner as normal. You can also get one onboard, and the pass gives you full digital access to ALL photos of you and your cabin mates taken during the cruise. 10) COFFEE: If you are an early rise, you need that morning joe! To get coffee, dial 99 and ask that it be sent to your room if breakfast is not open yet. 11) ELEVATORS: The MSC Seaside holds just over 5,000 passengers and has 10 elevators. I suggest ditching the wait at the elevator, and using the stairs. Haven't been on MSC Seaside yet? Sing Up for a chance to win! welcome.porthole.com/msccruise