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MSC WORLD AMERICA- EMBARKATION DAY, 1st IMPRESSIONS, TIPS and SHIP TOUR!!

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MomDocTravels
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πŸ‘οΈ 37K viewsπŸ“… 11 months ago⏱️ 45:34

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Editorial Summary

The creator documents their embarkation day on the MSC World America, highlighting the efficiency of the new cruise terminal in Miami. The video details a streamlined boarding process involving facial recognition technology that allowed the group to move from the terminal to the gangway in approximately twelve minutes. Once on board, the creator provides practical advice, such as completing muster stations immediately and booking specialty dining early to secure preferred times. The tour covers various ship amenities, including the smart elevator system, the sports plex with bumper cars, and the family Lego zone. The creator also explores the ship's dining options, ranging from included buffet selections to specialty restaurants like Teppanyaki. Additional features highlighted include the spa's thermal area with its snow room, the various water slides like the Jaw Drop and Cliffhanger, and the dedicated kids clubs categorized by specific age groups. The video concludes with the group experiencing a high-energy Miami Nights dance party in Luna Park before preparing for their second day at sea.

Written by TripBacon from this video's transcript.

How This Review Compares

This review's score for MSC World America
Bacon Bliss
All-time creator consensus for MSC World America
Solid Strip

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

What This Creator Said
Creator RecommendsCabin / Ship TourπŸ₯‰Knowledgeable Creator
πŸ‘Ά Best for Family (Young Kids)CaribbeanFrom MiamiVeteran Cruiser

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

Creator's Key Takeaways

That entire process took about 12 minutes. So fast.

It is gorgeous. The ship is just MSC really knows how to do designs.

The best cruise ship so far.

MSC really knows how to throw an amazing party.

Creator's Tips & Advice

βœ“Book specialty dining as soon as you get on board to get the best choice of dining times.
βœ“Get your muster drill done as soon as possible.
βœ“If traveling with kids, register them for the kids club right at 1:00 to avoid lines.

πŸ†•New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Dining time not preferred β€” You can see the maitre d' on embarkation day and request a dining time change.
Kids age group flexibility β€” MSC is not a big stickler about keeping kids exactly in the age group, especially with siblings close in age.

Questions This Creator Answers

QHow efficient is the embarkation process on MSC World America?
QWhat are the first impressions of the ship's design and amenities?
QWhat tips can help with a smooth embarkation day?

Topics Covered

Ship Condition4Β½ Happy BaconValue Pricing3Β½ Happy BaconEmbarkation4Β½ Happy BaconDining Specialty4 Happy BaconWater Park4Β½ Happy BaconKids Family4 Happy BaconSpa Fitness4Β½ Happy BaconPool Deck4 Happy Bacon

Port Highlights

Miami4Β½ Happy Bacon
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