We have been quite successful when in the MSC YC to tell the butler that we will let them know if we need anything. Although they always ask, we rarely use the escort to dinner or the show and they seem to figure that out after the first day or so and stop asking!
This is still concerning to me. We have certainly enjoyed the large selection in the YC. That is where my husband was introduced to Zucapa!
Have you noticed what spiced rums are available? When a list was shared during the first sailing we did not see one listed. DH can deal with a lot of of things....but 14 days with no spiced rum might be asking too much! 😉
Sounds like our experience on the MSC Seashore when we returned to cruising in November 2021.There were less than 100 people in the Yacht Club and no more than 400 - 500 on the whole ship. Weird to walk to a venue and see NO OTHER people. Creepy is how I described it too!
We have been disappointed in the "experiences" (excursions) offered for our sailing in November. Not very many are offered and most are very expensive. Add that to the pay now - can't apply OBC - it's another disappointment.
Yes - 100%, but many previous YC guests have balked at the EJ rates. And now are they hearing that the onboard experiences have been less than perfect for some. That's a lot to overcome!
Yes - they have created a "tough" spot....expensive cruises come with great expectations. It's been a very rough start. Lots of things went sideways and now they are scrambling, IMO.
If they do not find their footing in the market soon I am not sure they will!