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5 Nights onboard MSC VIRTUOSA - why I’m a BIG fan of this Cruise!

Travel Blog Jamie
Travel Blog Jamie
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👁️ 35K views📅 11 months ago⏱️ 49:30
What This Creator Said
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🧍 Best for SoloNorthern_europe · 5 nightsFrom SouthamptonVeteran Cruiser

Source: Our analysis of the creator's lived experience, based on what they said in this video.

Creator's Key Takeaways

I'm about to embark MSC's Vua. She's a big girl for a five night cruise from Southampton to Belgium, the Netherlands, and France.

I paid £740 for five nights on board Vitto staying in a balcony cabin. As a solo passenger, I have to say I think that's very good value.

The reviews for food on board MSE can be a little mixed, but don't you worry. I'll be rating every plate with this very handy in food graphic.

I found the staff on board so far to be extremely courteous and helpful.

Creator's Tips & Advice

Check if you can change your dining arrangements if you're not happy with your assigned table.
Book your port shuttle tickets in advance for efficiency.
Get lost to get found when exploring Bruges.

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Dining arrangementsCheck with dining room managers to change seating if needed.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat is the experience like on a 5-night MSC Virtuosa cruise?
QIs MSC good value for money?
QWhat are the dining options and food quality on board?

Topics Covered

Loyalty Program4 Happy BaconValue Pricing3 Happy BaconService Crew4 Happy BaconCabin Balcony4½ Happy BaconEmbarkation3½ Happy BaconDining Main3½ Happy BaconEntertainment Shows3 Happy BaconPool Deck2½ Happy Bacon

Port Highlights

Cherbourg2½ Happy Bacon
Rotterdam2½ Happy Bacon
Zeebrugge3½ Happy Bacon
Top: Bruges Shuttle (£25)
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Meh — no strong opinion either way

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YouTube Video Description

It's time for the main event! Welcome to the FULL experience of my cruise on board MSC Virtuosa from Southampton to Zeebrugge for Bruges, Rotterdam and Cherbourg, plus a sea day before returning to Southampton. In this episode (1 of 2) and series, I'll show you the check-in, boarding and muster processes from Southampton (and the Horizon Cruise Terminal), first impressions of my cabin and the ship, all venues explored over the 5 nights, all meals reviewed in the buffet, main dining room, from room service, in Hola and Indochine (plus menus, prices explored), discuss dress codes, drinks packages and costs, all entertainment (including the Carousel production), what to do on a sea day, the water park in full and rope course, and my full experiences in Bruges (how to beat ship prices), Rotterdam and Cherbourg before showing you the disembarkation process and heading home to my "babies". Here's how to avoid the crowds and why I am becoming a big fan of MSC. Don’t forget to like this video, subscribe and turn on notifications for bi-weekly cruise and travel vlogs! Let’s follow each other on Facebook (jamiewrobins), X, Threads, Instagram and Blue Sky @travelblogjamie. You can become an exclusive member of my Patreon page with behind the scenes vlogs, Patron-only LIVES, shout-outs, monthly post cards, personalised video messages etc at Patreon.com/travelblogjamie, have personalised videos made for you at Cameo.com/travelblogjamie (currently in the top 13% of requests worldwide) and find my webpage at beacons.ai/travelblogjamie. #msc #mscvirtuosa #cruise #cruiseship #msceuribia #travelblogjamie