Considering a MSC cruise from Dubai

[Norwegianlatvian]

Hi all!

 

I am currently considering a cruise with MSC Orchestra from Dubai in February 2015.

 

Since I hear a lot of mixed opinions regarding MSC, I am now turning to former MSC cruisers here on CC to get your opinion. Should I or should I not book this cruise?

 

My cruise history consists of 5 with Royal Caribbean and 1 with Norwegian Cruise Lines. (+ 1 upcoming with Royal in October).

 

Is it a huge difference between MSC and Royal/Norwegian?

 

Thanks in advance!

[suron]

Hi all!

 

I am currently considering a cruise with MSC Orchestra from Dubai in February 2015.

 

Since I hear a lot of mixed opinions regarding MSC, I am now turning to former MSC cruisers here on CC to get your opinion. Should I or should I not book this cruise?

 

My cruise history consists of 5 with Royal Caribbean and 1 with Norwegian Cruise Lines. (+ 1 upcoming with Royal in October).

 

Is it a huge difference between MSC and Royal/Norwegian?

 

Thanks in advance!

 

 

 

There is a roll call already in existence for the sailing from Dubai in February next. You will find lots of information on there which will help you make a decision. Unfortunately for me as a solo traveller and the high prices being quoted anyway for the UK market the supplements will rule me out!

 

Hope your plans work out.

 

Suron

[anniegb]

Hi all!

 

I am currently considering a cruise with MSC Orchestra from Dubai in February 2015.

 

Since I hear a lot of mixed opinions regarding MSC, I am now turning to former MSC cruisers here on CC to get your opinion. Should I or should I not book this cruise?

 

My cruise history consists of 5 with Royal Caribbean and 1 with Norwegian Cruise Lines. (+ 1 upcoming with Royal in October).

 

Is it a huge difference between MSC and Royal/Norwegian?

 

Thanks in advance!

 

Specifically which cruise? And what is more important to you - food or entertainment ? Just MHO, entertainment is MSC's weak point relative to the two other lines you mention. If you like classical music, you will enjoy.

 

I was in a RCI cruise last summer and it was easily the best evening entertainment I have ever enjoyed on a cruise - hence my question.

 

Annie

Edited March 11, 2014 by anniegb

[Norwegianlatvian]

Thank you for your response!

 

I am a bit worried food-wise.. The ships of MSC looks very good.

[hebbie67]

Hi

 

We're relatively new to cruising but have sailed once each with RCI & MSC - and we would sail with both lines again.

 

I recently posted our view on the 2 lines - hope this link works!

http://boards.cruisecritic.com/showthread.php?t=1919878 (post 17)

 

We personally preferred RCI food, but there was nothing radically wrong with MSC's - although the buffet breakfast wasn't as hot as we would have liked. We also thought the entertainment was better on MSC.

 

It's all down to individual perception - go with an open mind and you'll have a great time!

 

Hope this helps

H