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Guests and Crew Cruising NOW Reveal What Life Onboard is Really Like

Emma Cruises
Emma Cruises
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👁️ 104K views📅 5 years ago⏱️ 13:37

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Editorial Summary

The creator examines the current operational procedures of MSC cruises in Europe, focusing on health and safety protocols implemented during the pandemic. Through interviews with passengers and crew, the video details the extensive investments made by the cruise line, including medical staffing, laboratory additions, and coronavirus testing. Key safety measures described include temperature scans at embarkation, the use of tracking wristbands for contact tracing, and mandatory mask wearing for service staff. The creator notes that the ship is operating at seventy percent capacity to facilitate social distancing, which is further supported by floor markings and cordoned off seating areas. Additionally, the video explains the requirement for passengers to use cruise line excursions when visiting ports to ensure safety guidelines are maintained on land. The creator concludes that while these regulations, such as mandatory excursions and mask requirements, may feel regimented, they are necessary for the safe return of cruising. The report highlights MSC's proactive approach to technology and health protocols as a positive sign for the future of the industry.

Written by TripBacon from this video's transcript.

How This Review Compares

This review's score for MSC Cruises USA
Bacon Bliss
All-time creator consensus for MSC Cruises USA
A Nibble

This review is more positive than the all-time creator consensus.

What This Creator Said
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Mediterranean · Summer

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Creator's Key Takeaways

this cruise is going really well so far but it hasn't been completely drama-free

i think it's very very exciting all of the passengers who i spoke to said that the embarkation process was very easy

i'm feeling pretty proud of msc in the way that they put all of this together because this isn't easy

i think they've done a really great job and it does make me feel much happier about the future of cruising

Creator's Tips & Advice

Get the MSC coronavirus insurance for 18 euros per person
Be extra nice to staff wearing masks
Use QR codes for menus in the main dining room

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Safety during COVID-19Follow all procedures; MSC has extensive testing and tracing
Buffet hygieneFood is served by staff; no shared utensils

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat is life onboard an MSC cruise like during COVID-19?
QHow are cruise lines ensuring passenger and crew safety?
QWhat changes have been made to buffet and dining experiences?

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