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MSC Meraviglia - What to Expect on First Day? (New York's Hidden Cruise Port)

Khiz & Eesa
Khiz & Eesa
✨Casual
πŸ‘οΈ 152K viewsπŸ“… 2 years ago⏱️ 25:21

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Editorial Summary

The creators document their first day aboard the MSC Meraviglia departing from the Brooklyn Cruise Port in New York. They begin by describing the logistical challenges at the terminal, noting long lines for check-in and security that lasted approximately two and a half hours. Once onboard, the family explores the ship's amenities, including the Marketplace buffet, the Promenade area, and their balcony stateroom on the 13th floor. The vlog covers various activities such as the safety drill, which the creators described as chaotic due to disorganized muster station procedures, and the sail away celebration passing under the Verrazano Bridge. They also visit the kids club and observe the ship's entertainment, including a show in the Promenade. The creators conclude by offering advice for future passengers, suggesting that travelers arrive early to avoid lines, review the daily activity schedule immediately upon boarding, and use the ship's maps to familiarize themselves with the layout to avoid unnecessary walking.

Written by TripBacon from this video's transcript.

How This Review Compares

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A Nibble

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What This Creator Said
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πŸ‘Ά Best for Family (Young Kids)OtherFrom BrooklynOccasional Cruiser

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Creator's Key Takeaways

we're going on a cruise on Embassy marawiglia out of a brand new port in Brooklyn let's go check it out

the line is massive probably a couple of hours long Alia is already missing Royal Caribbean

the ship beautiful very quickly redeemed itself with a beautiful layout a nice Promenade and the food options

the safety briefing which was great we sat in the room looked at the safety briefing and that was quick that was very good

Creator's Tips & Advice

βœ“Come in early because lines are long
βœ“As soon as you board the ship, go to your daily activities and scan through what you want to do
βœ“Check the map to figure out where the kids club, buffet, bar, and pools are

πŸ†•New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Long lines and wait times β€” Come in early and budget extra time for traffic and lines
Navigating the ship β€” Check the map to figure out key locations like kids club and pools
Booking activities β€” Scan daily activities and book shows as soon as you board

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat to expect on the first day of an MSC Meraviglia cruise from Brooklyn?
QHow long does embarkation take at Brooklyn Cruise Port?
QWhat are the food options on the first day?
QHow does the safety drill work on MSC?
QWhat activities are available on day one?

Topics Covered

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