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We were on the ship at the time. It happened on the final day of our cruise about an hour or so before we were scheduled to leave from Nassau, Captain announced it was a pipe that burst and flooded some areas of decks 5-6 and 7 I believe by the dining rooms and theater. It also had some impact to the areas around the casino and the Seaside lounge. There was some water on stairs and in the elevators. After a few hours the vast majority of it was cleaned up and you would have never know there was a problem. The crew and officers handled the situation extremely well.

We just did the tour on the Seaside. It was $49 per person and lasted about 3 hours. The tour included the theater, Yacht Club, laundry, crew areas (bar and dining), storage areas (coolers, freezers) and galley (pastry, bread and main areas). The tour did not include the bridge or engineering areas for security reasons. They did allow photos in almost all areas. There were only about 8 of us on the tour (40 spots were offered). It was on the last Sea Day and started at 8:30am. They did include a gift and some appetizers. It was a little long and a bit disorganized but overall was a nice experience and would recommend at the price if you have never done a ship tour.

Just off the Seaside YC. The Bridge and Engine areas were not open to any tours for security reasons. We did end up taking the general ship tour. Was $49 each and was a nice experience to do once if you have never done a ship tour. Lasted about 3 hours.

Here is the Mini- ages 3-6.

One more time- trying a JPG of the juniors 7-11.

Here is the schedule from the 06-09-18 to 06-16-18 Seaside Kid's Club.

Sorry will not post the pdf.

Will captain Massa still be on the Seaside for June 9-16?

Hello....

We will be on a B2B in July on the Preziosa. Could you please explain "the trio". I have not heard of that. Thank you.

This most likely may vary by ship- but the following is from the Seaside.

TRIO - THREE DISTINCT DINING EXPERIENCES

Three distinct dining experiences ... Ocean Cay Seafood Restaurant, Asian Market and Butcher's Cut Steakhouse. Ocean Cay is an exclusive venue offering signature seafood menu: sea bass, crab, clams. oysters and much more ... Asian Market Kitchen by Roy Yamaguchi is offering exquisite sushi, sashimi and tempura created by famous Chef Roy Yamaguchi, with much more to it at the row bar. Butchers' Cut is a unique parlor where the guests can choose their favorite beef breeds and cuts from our glass-fronted meat ageing fridges. The package includes food only, a three-courses dinner to choose from the Dining Expereince selection. Some items may be subject to extra charge. Day of booking to be confirmed on board. Terms & Conditions: This package can be sold only to guests over 13 years old. Menus for children up to 12 years old are available on-board. No payment for the kids under 3 years.

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Mariner Boy is wrong, as always. I'm surprised at Riclop's answer as well, unless they have changed. In March, we could not order dishes from a specialty restaurant.

Have you dined in the Specialty Restaurants also? If so, how would you compare the options in terms of service, quality... overall experience?

Thank you for your earlier reply. Given earlier threads, I found Mariner Boy's reply dubious.

Thank you!

As a YC member you always have the option to request specific dishes from any of the speciality restaurants which makes the YC restaurant so appealing. This perk alone if abused daily pays for the cabin value outright.

I have even heard that the butlers would go to the closest NCL, Carnival or Royal ship to get entres from their specialty restaurants to please the yacht club passengers.

But in all seriousness, I would really like to hear from anyone that has dined in the Seaside specialty restaurants and the Yacht Club for their opinion.

I am just wondering if the specialty restaurants are really worth it as compared to dining in the Yacht Club? Also, if you are on a B2B, can the trio be used anytime over the 14 days or must all 3 be used on one leg of the trip? Not sure if it matters at all but we will be on the Seaside.

We absolutely hate the YC. Definitely NCLers should stick with the Haven.

 

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Need to see a lot more reviews / comments like this.... keep the demand low and prices affordable. 😜

Thanks everyone. MSC policies are as clear as mud to me. That is why I asked, hoping that someone that recently sailed would know the answer. We will be on the Seaside if that helps.

Can someone with recent experience provide insights into what drink package is included in the Yacht Club booking? I see three levels of drink packages in the brochure (Drinks on Us, All-Inc Classic and All-Inc Deluxe) but can't really tell what the Yacht Club includes. Thank you.

Does anyone know how the photo package works with a super family (two connected balcony rooms) booked as a single booking. They have assigned myself and son to one cabin and my wife, daughter and mom to the other.

I purchased the package so it is currently in my name. Given this was one booking will one package work or do we need to purchase a second?

Just arrived Port of Miami. Our second Seaside voyage. No major issues. A good cruise [emoji568][emoji484]⚓️[emoji483][emoji925][emoji41]

 

 

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Welcome home!

I have a few questions for which I hope you may be able to provide some answers.

1. How did your experience(s) compare to Carnival (given your name I am assuming you have sailed with Carnival)- we have been on several Carnival cruises (e.g. the Glory, Magic, Vista...) and have our first cruise with MSC on the Seaside in about a month.
   
2. What cabin type and experience level did you have? How was it?
   
3. Did you eat in the specialty restaurants? Did you have the trio package? How was your experience?
   
4. Did you see any of the shows? How were they?
   

Looking forward to hearing more about your MSC experience(s).

Yes on the drink coupons. We did tip our Chef generously. Ate there the other night and loved it. Not part of the trio package.

 

 

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Just to be certain, the trio package will not work? I think I have seen mixed information on this but maybe I am recalling incorrectly?

Here is an overview from MSC of the plans and comparison.

2018 Drink Package Comparison Guise with DRINKS ON US.pdf

Are there any differences between these two packages except the data allowance?

Does the Seaside have nightly photos like Carnival and other lines where they have multiple photographers setup each night in various locations around the ship taking photos with backgrounds? I have looked over some dailies and can’t seem to find any announced times and locations. I think Carnival may have two or three time slots each evening for photos. Also, I assume they take photos around the ship, at dinner, embarkation and at the various ports?

As Joanc has said, “they would have booked the YC if space had been available”. I really think that is the point. The people who are thinking of booking the YC would like to look at it and are willing to pay $110 to do so. As someone who has sailed in the YC I see no problem with that. It also sounds like the staff keeps it discreet and handles it well...another successful marketing technique.

Exactly why I inquired on the original thread. We have two other cruises booked with MSC in the Yacht Club. It was sold out for our first MSC cruise this June. So I inquired as I thought it would be a great opportunity to check out the Yacht Club and put our mind at ease in the remaining bookings. I assure everyone, if we go it will not be to gawk at others :)

We sailed the Vista last June. We watched the Stanley Cup finals in the sports bar. One night we had to ask, but they had no problem accommodating our request. Not sure if it has changed since last June.

Thank you for the quick response and information. Looks very nice- I will definitely have to check availability.

Day 6 Sea day

My parents and my brother had a day pass to the YC,I went to the teen club, I played pool and played video games. I liked having my freedom. I went back to the room for a nap with my homework books open, so my parents thought I was working-lol.

 

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How daid they obtain a day pass and what was the cost? We have a 2 week YC next June and would love to be able to check it out when we go this June (non- YC cabin this time).