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Yes,,,they don't enforce arrival times, but it doesn't mean they allow boarding. If the ship is docking at 7am...and departing at 8pm, they may be doing something on the ship and delay boarding.
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@kwokpot @ajoneen I was trying to be politically correct....but, yes, Asians....Asians from Asia.
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The extended hours would work better for us. I'd be happy if they dropped the lunch and offered brunch. Anyway, I think it would be listed on the TV activities.
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If it is on more ships...I wonder if they'll post it in the YC daily planner?
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That large fruit hoarding group flew in from about 15,000 miles away from Brooklyn. Don't worry.....the crowd is no better or worse than any other CCL or NCL group...typical Americans.
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Where are all the "regular folks"?
MsTabbyKats replied to Momto3girlsintheCarolinas's topic in MSC Cruises
We eat out a lot too (I learned to cook during the pandemic)... a lot of spicy ethnic food. DH and I like to pick and choose...as much of what we want. I haven't found a cruise where I really enjoy the food/wait time/portions in a dining room. -
Where are all the "regular folks"?
MsTabbyKats replied to Momto3girlsintheCarolinas's topic in MSC Cruises
So...the great debate (in my head) was between "regular folks balcony" or interior YC. For us, it's not affordability, it's all about value for the product purchased. I weighted the pros and cons...and YC won out. Most likely I'll still be getting my daily pizza (and most meals) in the main buffet, not sitting in the YC designated area of the theatre and declining offers by the butler to be escorted etc. Point being....we'll be living in both worlds for a week. But we rarely use the balcony and travel really light (one carry on each...so inadequate storage isn't a problem). It's the priority embarkation/disembarkation, priority boarding in ports...and hopefully, weather permitting...making use of the pool deck for breakfast/lunch buffets and lounging that were pivotal. Also, having a 24/7 concierge right there in case of emergency was a factor. Based on our last cruise....YC Deluxe Balcony....was an unnecessary expense. -
I know I don't have to ask....as I'm expecting a full report....but maybe you have advance info: will YC beach still be the worst beach on the island?
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As an American, I never got that either........
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Where are all the "regular folks"?
MsTabbyKats replied to Momto3girlsintheCarolinas's topic in MSC Cruises
@sidariI just had to laugh...."locks" was DH's road to success. Came here with no language, 2 suitcases...and a dream. However, he doesn't look like Burt Reynolds! -
Booked first MSC cruise - Interior YC on Seaside
MsTabbyKats replied to rodndonna's topic in MSC Cruises
There is one factor relevant to me that I haven't mentioned in any post. I feel more comfortable with the concierge just steps away in case of emergency (remember DH is almost 90 and not getting younger). It's "crisis insurance" and worth the extra cost of YC interior for peace of mind. I'm waiting to hear from TA about the price. I told DH that if it comes in "under $XXX" we're going YC. Let's see if my TA gives me a really nice discount! Otherwise, I'll be with regular people on my regular balcony. -
Booked first MSC cruise - Interior YC on Seaside
MsTabbyKats replied to rodndonna's topic in MSC Cruises
You're kids. I'm 75 and DH will be turning 90 in Sept. We were just like you before we tried YC...thought it was amazing, the best thing ever...had the best cruise of our lives. That was an interior. After that we were with regular people in regular cabins twice (NCL and CCL) and we enjoyed those too, especially the CCL cruise. I was DH's butler as needed (bad balance and uses a cane). The second YC cruise was a deluxe balcony. For us, because of personal likes and choices, it wasn't the same. Little things changed. Service was still excellent...and priority boarding was great. But, was a nice cabin worth the cost? (Money isn't an issue but value for money is a must). In addition, having a butler makes DH feel like a sick old man. Next MSC cruise will be in a balcony (I got one of those angled balconies)...so yes, there is a going back. IMHO, YC interior is the best value at sea....if you make use of the amenities. Unfortunately, we don't! -
Where are all the "regular folks"?
MsTabbyKats replied to Momto3girlsintheCarolinas's topic in MSC Cruises
@morpheusoftheseaIt's also called "raining on your parade." -
That's exactly what my husband said. And we have more tv channels at home!
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I like port days, when everyone else if off the ship. We've been to them all, so we don't need excursions. Just, do a little shopping...and back to an empty ship. No food lines, no chair hogging. I don't like sea days. I gamble...so the cruise can be quite expensive. It's also generally too windy etc to sit outside comfortably (for me, anyway). Our last cruise had "2 sea days going and 3 coming back". No more...so many sea days...for me!
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Where are all the "regular folks"?
MsTabbyKats replied to Momto3girlsintheCarolinas's topic in MSC Cruises
I called MSC twice. They confirmed...I can "move again"...within 90 days forward of current booking, to any cabin (YC or non-YC) with a fee. Of course, the fee may be the size of the deposit...and they can't tell me until I book! Just waiting to hear back from TA. If allowable, I'm gonna book "with the masses". -
Where are all the "regular folks"?
MsTabbyKats replied to Momto3girlsintheCarolinas's topic in MSC Cruises
Did you book directly with MSC or a TA? I had an Oct cruise booked, moved it to Jan. Now Jan is out of the question.... I just sent TA an e-mail, asking to check. ETA I just called MSC...and she said I could move the date again...but with a fee. They can't tell me the fee until I book. -
Where are all the "regular folks"?
MsTabbyKats replied to Momto3girlsintheCarolinas's topic in MSC Cruises
No....not refundable. You can transfer the booking, the date being 90 days past the original date. But once you pay a deposit for a yc cabin, it's gone. -
Where are all the "regular folks"?
MsTabbyKats replied to Momto3girlsintheCarolinas's topic in MSC Cruises
This is what I plan to do for an April 2025 cruise if there's a memorial day sale. Not thrilled about losing a yc deposit....(Jan in yc...not for us, we like the pool deck). There's an angled balcony that I have my eye on! -
Where are all the "regular folks"?
MsTabbyKats replied to Momto3girlsintheCarolinas's topic in MSC Cruises
IMHO...nothing tops the NCL buffet. MSC...strictly for the pizza (in and out of YC). -
Where are all the "regular folks"?
MsTabbyKats replied to Momto3girlsintheCarolinas's topic in MSC Cruises
@Momto3girlsintheCarolinasAlthough entitled, we didn't go to the spa. And once you're out of the YC area...nobody knows what kind of cabin you're in, or cares. As far as non-Americans, there was a large group of Asians (from Asia). You can ask @JamieLogicalfor her reviews. She's said with "regular folks" a few times...and is very happy! -
Where are all the "regular folks"?
MsTabbyKats replied to Momto3girlsintheCarolinas's topic in MSC Cruises
Don't worry, you won't be an outcast. We were in the YC last month (2nd time in YC), and truth be told, we spent most of our time "with the masses". YC "fine dining" just isn't for us, we don't drink and it was too windy for the private YC pool deck...our main source of food was buffet pizza. Also, in the theatre we prefer first row, so we didn't even sit in our "reserved YC seating" area. If I sail on MSC again...unless I get a super great deal...it's gonna be in a "regular folks" cabin. -
"Free Cruise" Hypothetical Question
MsTabbyKats replied to MsTabbyKats's topic in Carnival Cruise Lines
Thanks....I just did that on a random cruise that they've offered me, and was able to see the available cabins. Now...I just have to patiently wait for a cruise I could actually take! -
"Free Cruise" Hypothetical Question
MsTabbyKats replied to MsTabbyKats's topic in Carnival Cruise Lines
Thanks... As far as the bunk bed issue....DH is almost 90 and uses a cane because he has balance issues; I'm a very short and non-athletic 75. That, and a cabin with a high bathtub...maybe Carnival will have mercy! -
"Free Cruise" Hypothetical Question
MsTabbyKats replied to MsTabbyKats's topic in Carnival Cruise Lines
@Elaine5715Thanks...interesting. I don't want to end up paying "full fare"! When I get a chance I'll call their casino dept and get the "possibly" incorrect information.