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I SAID I'D NEVER DO THIS CRUISE LINE AGAIN

Mrleethatsme
Mrleethatsme
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πŸ‘οΈ 48K viewsπŸ“… 9 months ago⏱️ 53:46

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Editorial Summary

The creator provides a detailed review of an 11 night cruise aboard the MSC Seascape, traveling from Miami to various destinations including Ocean Cay, Nassau, and Mexico. The video documents the experience of staying in an inside cabin, which the creator notes was provided largely for free due to previous casino activity. The creator explores various ship amenities, including the buffet, specialty dining at Butcher's Cut, the casino, and the adults only pool area. Throughout the journey, the creator evaluates the cost effectiveness of different options, such as opting out of formal drink packages in favor of paying as they go and utilizing casino perks. The itinerary faces disruption due to tropical storm Melissa, leading to a redirection toward Mexico instead of Jamaica and the Cayman Islands. Ultimately, the creator concludes that while the ship is modern and lacks the overcrowding experienced on previous MSC voyages, certain costs like internet and drinks remain high. The total cost for the 11 night trip, including port fees, tips, and onboard spending, is calculated to be approximately $1,650.

Written by TripBacon from this video's transcript.

How This Review Compares

This review's score for MSC Seascape
Seriously Tasty
All-time creator consensus for MSC Seascape
A Nibble

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

What This Creator Said
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❀️ Best for CoupleCaribbean · 11 nightsFrom MiamiVeteran Cruiser

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

Creator's Key Takeaways

The food on here on Seascape is miles better. Whatever you're doing on Virtuota, the food on here on Seascape is miles better.

The ship in general has been really, really good. Modern, loads of places to sit, not felt overcrowded at any point.

Of all the cruise ships I've been on, the casinos on cruise ships, this the staff here are absolutely amazing.

The room has been good. Really quiet on the whole. Shower's a little bit small. The room noise up until 11:00 is pretty bad.

Creator's Tips & Advice

βœ“If you don't have the drinks package, bring a refillable bottle as you can use the marketplace water to refill as much as you need.
βœ“Avoid the elevators if you are able-bodied; they are an absolute joke.
βœ“Use the bridge cam on the TV as a hack for inside cabins with no windows.

πŸ†•New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Overcrowding β€” Check if it's during school holidays; this cruise felt much less crowded because it wasn't.
Hidden costs β€” Account for tips, port fees, and expensive internet/drinks packages when budgeting.

Questions This Creator Answers

QHow much does an MSC cruise actually cost in the USA?
QIs the MSC Seascape better than the MSC Virtuosa?
QIs it worth buying a drinks package on MSC?
QWhat is the wheelchair accessibility like on MSC ships?

Topics Covered

Value Pricing1 Sad BaconEntertainment Casino4Β½ Happy BaconDining Buffet4 Happy BaconDining Specialty3Β½ Happy BaconCabin InteriorΒ½ Happy BaconPool Deck4 Happy BaconWater Park3 Happy BaconShip Condition1 Happy Bacon

Port Highlights

Cozumel2Β½ Happy Bacon
Miami2Β½ Happy Bacon
Mexico (Cosumel)1 Happy Bacon
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