4104ever Posted November 4, 2019 #151 Share Posted November 4, 2019 On 11/1/2019 at 5:32 PM, shipgeeks said: Exactly. I don't know of any ship's dining room that is open on port days. I’m perfectly fine with restaurants not being open for lunch, but what about dinner when we are there until 11:30pm? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boschmann Posted November 4, 2019 #152 Share Posted November 4, 2019 Ocean Cay was just cancelled for Nov 9th. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CGTNORMANDIE Posted November 4, 2019 #153 Share Posted November 4, 2019 Time to reset your clock BB...😪 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
helen haywood Posted November 4, 2019 #154 Share Posted November 4, 2019 Wonder if they are going to give the OBC and FCC for missing Ocean Cay to other cruises as well... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare BermudaBound2014 Posted November 4, 2019 Author #155 Share Posted November 4, 2019 Missed ports happen. On the surface, $100 obc and 20% seems generous. I will need to read the terms of the 20% off before I commit. If it's 20% off rack rate, the gesture has zero value since I haven't seen MSC sell for anywhere near rack rate in the last 5 years I've followed the company. I'd also like to know if the $100 is refundable OBC. If so, that is a very nice gesture. If not, the cost to MSC for a $100 obc is probably in the $25 range. I don't call BS that the island isn't finished, but I do call BS on the false advertising MSC has done, particularly in the last month. I received another offer to visit Ocean cay in November just yesterday. I can understand them wanting to keep the delay a secret, but openly campaigning for last minute trips for the specific purpose of visiting Ocean cay seems quite unethical. The visual evidence for a delay was overwhelming. I only hope that those on-board were using the drone footage as evidence and not the cheerleader chants when setting their expectations for the island. It would be unfortunate if anyone was genuinely surprised at this. Here's the upcoming schedule for Ocean Cay. When the island does open it has potential to be truly spectacular. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nymich Posted November 5, 2019 #156 Share Posted November 5, 2019 This will not last and OC will be open soon. MSC will not want to hand out cash for very long. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CUontheC Posted November 5, 2019 #157 Share Posted November 5, 2019 I will be disappointed if my sailing doesn't go there. At least they are giving the discount and the OBC. I have missed ports on other cruise lines and typically no compensation is given. I do hope it opens soon as I am waiting with bated breath for pictures and reviews. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mtlchris Posted November 5, 2019 #158 Share Posted November 5, 2019 I'm on the Seaside supposedly stopping at OceanCay on Nov. 15, so far no news have been given regarding cancellation. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare BermudaBound2014 Posted November 5, 2019 Author #159 Share Posted November 5, 2019 17 minutes ago, mtlchris said: I'm on the Seaside supposedly stopping at OceanCay on Nov. 15, so far no news have been given regarding cancellation. Weird- the first site I checked didn’t even have seaside stopping at ocean cay on nov 15 but cruiseit does. See below. The next cruise ship scheduled is armonia. Best of luck to you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mtlchris Posted November 5, 2019 #160 Share Posted November 5, 2019 To be completly honest, I would happily take 100$ obc instead of Ocean Cay. The island look pretty unfinished, the YC area isn't ready at all... and the price list for things to do there is egregious. We'll see ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Happy Cruiser 6143 Posted November 5, 2019 #161 Share Posted November 5, 2019 1 hour ago, BermudaBound2014 said: Missed ports happen. On the surface, $100 obc and 20% seems generous. I will need to read the terms of the 20% off before I commit. If it's 20% off rack rate, the gesture has zero value since I haven't seen MSC sell for anywhere near rack rate in the last 5 years I've followed the company. I'd also like to know if the $100 is refundable OBC. If so, that is a very nice gesture. If not, the cost to MSC for a $100 obc is probably in the $25 range. I don't call BS that the island isn't finished, but I do call BS on the false advertising MSC has done, particularly in the last month. I received another offer to visit Ocean cay in November just yesterday. I can understand them wanting to keep the delay a secret, but openly campaigning for last minute trips for the specific purpose of visiting Ocean cay seems quite unethical. The visual evidence for a delay was overwhelming. I only hope that those on-board were using the drone footage as evidence and not the cheerleader chants when setting their expectations for the island. It would be unfortunate if anyone was genuinely surprised at this. Here's the upcoming schedule for Ocean Cay. When the island does open it has potential to be truly spectacular. We're scheduled to be there on December 6 on the Seaside (November 30 sailing), so I don't know how accurate this schedule is. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare BermudaBound2014 Posted November 5, 2019 Author #162 Share Posted November 5, 2019 4 minutes ago, Happy Cruiser 6143 said: We're scheduled to be there on December 6 on the Seaside (November 30 sailing), so I don't know how accurate this schedule is. I agree- it’s very different than the cruiseit site. I’m taking that crew site out of my bookmarks. Sorry for any confusion- here is the cruiseit snip 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flaca0604 Posted November 5, 2019 #163 Share Posted November 5, 2019 20 minutes ago, BermudaBound2014 said: I agree- it’s very different than the cruiseit site. I’m taking that crew site out of my bookmarks. Sorry for any confusion- here is the cruiseit snip We're scheduled to be there on November 20 on the Meraviglia (November 17 sailing), it’s not even listed. 🥺 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare BermudaBound2014 Posted November 5, 2019 Author #164 Share Posted November 5, 2019 (edited) 9 minutes ago, flaca0604 said: We're scheduled to be there on November 20 on the Meraviglia (November 17 sailing), it’s not even listed. 🥺 Shoot~ I was hopeful the cruiseTT site was up-to-date but I guess its not accurate either. It's most likely just a glitch in the websites listing stops in Ocean Cay. Probably because everything is so new. Edited November 5, 2019 by BermudaBound2014 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare BermudaBound2014 Posted November 5, 2019 Author #165 Share Posted November 5, 2019 I just read the terms of the offer. The obc is refundable which is excellent and the 20% fcc goes off this cruises cruise-only price in the form of a voucher. That was an excellent offer from MSc imo. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chong67 Posted November 5, 2019 #166 Share Posted November 5, 2019 I am looking to book Dec 7 on Seaside and go to OC. Will I get any discount or OBC? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare TampaGambler Posted November 5, 2019 #167 Share Posted November 5, 2019 Seaside is at OC on Nov 29th for the 23rd thanksgiving week sailing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dorts Posted November 5, 2019 #168 Share Posted November 5, 2019 Just seen the following response on Twitter from the Chief Operating Officer for MSC US. Hopefully he is in the know.... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sidari Posted November 5, 2019 #169 Share Posted November 5, 2019 Robert told me he was going to message K.M via FB. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare BermudaBound2014 Posted November 5, 2019 Author #170 Share Posted November 5, 2019 (edited) 5 hours ago, dorts said: Just seen the following response on Twitter from the Chief Operating Officer for MSC US. Hopefully he is in the know.... Thank you for the copy/paste. ^5. There are now several threads on various sites stating Ocean Cay won't be open until the Thanksgiving cruises based on this tweet. I don't think we can conclude that from what Ken states. He just says it will be open before Thanksgiving cruises arrive. That could mean as early as next week, who knows? Edited November 5, 2019 by BermudaBound2014 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sidari Posted November 5, 2019 #171 Share Posted November 5, 2019 Believe it when you see it. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
perakcruiser Posted November 5, 2019 #172 Share Posted November 5, 2019 (edited) 1 hour ago, BermudaBound2014 said: There are now several threads on various sites stating Ocean Cay won't be open until the Thanksgiving cruises based on this tweet. I don't think we can conclude that from what Ken states. He just says it will be open before Thanksgiving cruises arrive. That could mean as early as next week, who knows? Thanksgiving is not like Christmas, it is celebrated on different dates throughout the world. Better don't use it to set something 😉 The official statement of MSC mentions the Seaside on 15th November as first ship to arrive at OC. Edited November 5, 2019 by perakcruiser 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Motegi Posted November 5, 2019 #173 Share Posted November 5, 2019 On 11/3/2019 at 12:32 PM, cruiseguyinorl said: Thought I had posted this before but maybe it was another thread. Here's the tentative menu for the food trucks: Cold Food Bahamian Ceviche Shrimp Ceviche Lobster Roll Quinoa & Avocado Tropical Salad Hot Food Beef, Chicken, Vegetable Bahama Patties Wings 6 Pieces Tacos - Chicken or Vegetable Conch Fritters Not a hot dog to be seen! 🙂 Bret That all sounds great! I'll take one of each. Much better than hamburgers, hot dogs, and pizza at the buffet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruiseguyinorl Posted November 5, 2019 #174 Share Posted November 5, 2019 3 minutes ago, Motegi said: That all sounds great! I'll take one of each. Much better than hamburgers, hot dogs, and pizza at the buffet. The buffet will have much more than hamburgers and hot dogs too. Appetizers and Salads Trumpet Pasta Salad Trumpet Shells, BBQ Chicken, Chorizo and Sun Dried Tomatoes, Citrus Garlic Dressing *Bahamian Ginger and Lime Couscous Black Beans, Cherry Tomatoes, Golden Pineapple, Shredded Greens, Ginger Dressing *Caribbean Yucca Salad Marinated Yucca, Peppers, Mango, Pineapple, Lime Rum Dressing * Island Spiced Corn and Bean Salad Pinto Kidney, Lima Beans Tossed, Sweet Corn, Jalapefio, Cilantro Dressing *Herb Vegetable Salad Cucumber, Onion, Peppers Lightly Tossed in Fresh Oregano, Cumin Seeds Vinaigrette *Tropical Red Cabbage Slaw Mandarin, Raisins, Red Wine Vinaigrette Roasted Sweet Potato Salad Arugula, Pecans, Bacon, Goat Cheese and Honey Lemon Dressing Fruit Carving Station: Pineapple, Watermelon, Seasonal Selection of Tropical Fruit Island BBQ Menu Main Courses Freshly Grilled Island Signature Burger signature blend of fresh angus chunk, short ribs, brisket meat patty grilled, red onion jam, monterrey cheese, sweet fries * Portobello Mushroom Burger Crispy Plantains, Key West Lime, Avocado, Garlicky Aioli Pork Ribs Slow Roasted Ribs, Sweet Tamarind BBQ sauce Beef Brisket Special Brisket Rub, Slow Smoked For 12 Hours with Apple Woods Bahamas Style Jerk Chicken Sweet Plantains, Island Favorite Veracruz-Style Red Snapper Garlic, Lime Rice *Green Plantains & French Fries *BBQ Beans Southern Style BBQ Beans *Corn Lollipops Dusted Smoked Peppers Seasoning *Vegetarian Options Dessert Creamy Caramel Flan Tres Leches Rum Cake Coconut Macaroon Guava Duff with butter rum sauce Spicy Chocolate Cake Kids Menu Buttermilk Chicken Tenders Honey Mustard Dipping Sauce Smiling Fish Bites Tater Tots Bahamas Mac 'n' Cheese 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beardface Posted November 5, 2019 #175 Share Posted November 5, 2019 I'll just interject for a second. This constant calling of anyone who isn't perpetually pissed off at MSC a "cheerleader" isn't doing anything to harbor any kind of good discussion on here, and only attempts to invalidate the sayings and claims of those who aren't always mad. Given the push from some to always make this cruise line controversial for whatever reason, these kind of comments are disingenuous at best and only exist to further drive people away from this line and to foster a community on here where there is an unwritten rule that positivity isn't accepted or welcomed. Its telling that the knee jerk reaction by some to this opening being delayed is effectively thumb their nose at everyone else with a 'see, I told you that MSC was a bunch of lying crooks, its a shame you believed the cheerleaders over me' is incredibly annoying and frustrating to see on here. 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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