Another "new to MSC" thread...

[lor74]

Hello

 

I unfortunately had to cancel my upcoming Oct. cruise on NCL, and am now looking for something different in Sept. I have a few questions in regards to MSC and the Divina:

 

Looking for the best rate, is it recommended to go through a TA or to call MSC direct?

 

The Bella vs Fantastica, is it recommended to choose one over the other, and if going with Fantastica, how much more is it worth paying? I am looking at an inside or oceanview cabin.

 

I filled out the status match form today. How long should I expect to wait for a response back?

 

Can someone login and tell me if the Sept 3rd sailing applies for more than a 5% discount?

 

Can you carry on wine or anything other liquids during boarding?

 

What are the specialty restaurants? Are they a la cart or is there a cover charge? I saw a picture of a steakhouse? that didn't look very inviting with see through chairs and very basic tables...is this really a "steakhouse"?

 

Thanks in advance.... [emoji3]

[BermudaBound2014]

According to MIke, Divina is scheduled for drydock Sept 17th. I never recommend sailing a few weeks before (where they are ridding supplies) or a few weeks after a dry dock. That is the first thing I would recommend considering.

[stleda124]

According to MIke, Divina is scheduled for drydock Sept 17th. I never recommend sailing a few weeks before (where they are ridding supplies) or a few weeks after a dry dock. That is the first thing I would recommend considering.

 

100% agree

[sidari]

We sailed the original T.A on Divina to Miami right after the drydock and there were no issues.

[riclop]

Hello

 

I unfortunately had to cancel my upcoming Oct. cruise on NCL, and am now looking for something different in Sept. I have a few questions in regards to MSC and the Divina:

 

Looking for the best rate, is it recommended to go through a TA or to call MSC direct?

 

The Bella vs Fantastica, is it recommended to choose one over the other, and if going with Fantastica, how much more is it worth paying? I am looking at an inside or oceanview cabin.

 

I filled out the status match form today. How long should I expect to wait for a response back?

 

Can someone login and tell me if the Sept 3rd sailing applies for more than a 5% discount?

 

Can you carry on wine or anything other liquids during boarding?

 

What are the specialty restaurants? Are they a la cart or is there a cover charge? I saw a picture of a steakhouse? that didn't look very inviting with see through chairs and very basic tables...is this really a "steakhouse"?

 

Thanks in advance.... [emoji3]

You will get a better rate with a TA. 5%. No wine etc. when boarding. You are right the steak house is not very inviting and it's a la carte.

[lor74]

Thanks for the responses

[riclop]

Thanks for the responses

 

Your welcome and enjoy.