LorraineP Posted April 18, 2020 #1 Share Posted April 18, 2020 We have done the Seaside YC & absolutely loved every part of it, completely spoiled. Not wanting to fly anymore (too much of a hassle) I noticed the Divina is doing a 10 night cruise from NYC in September 2021 to Bermuda & their private island. Would I be disappointed in the Divina YC? I realize the private restaurant is at the opposite end of ship unlike Seaside. Thoughts appreciated. Also when is the Divina going into dry dock? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Até Posted April 19, 2020 #2 Share Posted April 19, 2020 Divina dry dock is scheduled Nov 26 to Dec 17, 2020. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LorraineP Posted April 19, 2020 Author #3 Share Posted April 19, 2020 3 hours ago, Até said: Divina dry dock is scheduled Nov 26 to Dec 17, 2020. Thank you. Any idea what is being done. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
deliver42 Posted April 19, 2020 #4 Share Posted April 19, 2020 That's not a long dry dock. I would think mechanical and touch up worn areas. Not a major overhaul. The ship is beautiful as is. I've sailed in he YC, and would much rather be by the Top Sail and the pool. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CruisingFox27 Posted April 19, 2020 #5 Share Posted April 19, 2020 We've been in YC on Divina and Seaside. The layout of YC on Seaside is preferable, the open plan TSL and restaurant, with the outdoor seating area of TSL, we absolutely loved that area. The buffet area at the One Pool is also larger and more extensive. I wouldn't be disappointed sailing in Divina YC after Seaside but I'd probably be aware of the differences and recognise that it's different. I don't want to describe it as inferior because YC is far from inferior as an experience but my personal opionion is that how the YC layout has evolved is very positive. The flow works better, everything is within an immediate radius. I think you'd observe the Seaside layout is better if you were to sail Divina but wouldn't expect you to be disappointed. I hope that makes some sense. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LorraineP Posted April 19, 2020 Author #6 Share Posted April 19, 2020 4 minutes ago, CruisingFox27 said: We've been in YC on Divina and Seaside. The layout of YC on Seaside is preferable, the open plan TSL and restaurant, with the outdoor seating area of TSL, we absolutely loved that area. The buffet area at the One Pool is also larger and more extensive. I wouldn't be disappointed sailing in Divina YC after Seaside but I'd probably be aware of the differences and recognise that it's different. I don't want to describe it as inferior because YC is far from inferior as an experience but my personal opionion is that how the YC layout has evolved is very positive. The flow works better, everything is within an immediate radius. I think you'd observe the Seaside layout is better if you were to sail Divina but wouldn't expect you to be disappointed. I hope that makes some sense. Makes sense thank you. What did you think about Top Sail Lounge on Divina, on the Seaside it was spectacular. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CruisingFox27 Posted April 19, 2020 #7 Share Posted April 19, 2020 We loved it, although now having been on Seaside I'd not describe it as, being as spectacular. On Seaside you have the full height panoramic glass, where on Divina it's a two thirds window. Divina wouldn't feel as open as Seaside as it has a ceiling rather than the mezzanine for the restaurant. However, I would say the Divina TSL is more initimate. We did notice that with the restaurant being in the TSL on Seaside that it was busier. We like quiet but even for us it could sometimes be very quiet. Divina was our first YC experience and we had a fabulous time, as we did on her sister ships with the same layout. Now having been on Seaside I know I would make direct comparisons if we sailed on her again, which Seaside would win. We've swapped between class of ship and you do compare, we went from Preziosa YC (Divina layout) to the smaller Orchestra, no YC and older & less glitzy. Initially I'd compare but then move on to enjoying my trip. Would I sail on Divina again, yes, Do I think I'd enjoy it, yes. Do I think Seaside is a better ship, yes. Apologies, I've waffled on a bit there 😆 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LorraineP Posted April 19, 2020 Author #8 Share Posted April 19, 2020 Will go with an open mind & try not to think of how much better Seaside was. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CruisingFox27 Posted April 19, 2020 #9 Share Posted April 19, 2020 Always the best option, lots of videos online for you to 'see' her first too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobndee Posted April 20, 2020 #10 Share Posted April 20, 2020 On 4/18/2020 at 7:39 PM, LorraineP said: We have done the Seaside YC & absolutely loved every part of it, completely spoiled. Not wanting to fly anymore (too much of a hassle) I noticed the Divina is doing a 10 night cruise from NYC in September 2021 to Bermuda & their private island. Would I be disappointed in the Divina YC? I realize the private restaurant is at the opposite end of ship unlike Seaside. Thoughts appreciated. Also when is the Divina going into dry dock? If you don't wish to fly due to hassles, consider Amtrak from Philadelphia. We've taken Amtrak from NC to Florida several times and enjoyed it. No security hassles, no cramped seating, etc. It's an overnight trip, so get a sleeper room - you don't want to try to sleep in a coach seat! We plan to use Amtrak again for our October 2020 Seaside cruise (if it actually sails, that is). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LorraineP Posted April 20, 2020 Author #11 Share Posted April 20, 2020 1 hour ago, bobndee said: If you don't wish to fly due to hassles, consider Amtrak from Philadelphia. We've taken Amtrak from NC to Florida several times and enjoyed it. No security hassles, no cramped seating, etc. It's an overnight trip, so get a sleeper room - you don't want to try to sleep in a coach seat! We plan to use Amtrak again for our October 2020 Seaside cruise (if it actually sails, that is). Will not work, too much luggage for train. Usually when we flew we would do B2B or side to side. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobndee Posted April 20, 2020 #12 Share Posted April 20, 2020 According to the Amtrak web site: Each passenger may bring two personal items, 25 lbs. (12 kg) and 14 x 11 x 7 inches each, and two carry-on items, 50 lbs. (23 kg) and 28 x 22 x 14 inches each, onboard. In addition, each traveler can check up to 4 bags (2 free and 2 at $20 per bag). 2 Bags Free Up to 50 lbs. and 75 linear inches* 2 Additional Bags $20 each Oversized Baggage (76-100 linear inches*) $20 each Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LorraineP Posted April 20, 2020 Author #13 Share Posted April 20, 2020 1 minute ago, bobndee said: According to the Amtrak web site: Each passenger may bring two personal items, 25 lbs. (12 kg) and 14 x 11 x 7 inches each, and two carry-on items, 50 lbs. (23 kg) and 28 x 22 x 14 inches each, onboard. In addition, each traveler can check up to 4 bags (2 free and 2 at $20 per bag). 2 Bags Free Up to 50 lbs. and 75 linear inches* 2 Additional Bags $20 each Oversized Baggage (76-100 linear inches*) $20 each Will have to look into it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
George C Posted April 21, 2020 #14 Share Posted April 21, 2020 Will definitely consider this cruise we loved YC on seaside but love leaving from nyc since we visit there every year . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nath Posted May 5, 2020 #15 Share Posted May 5, 2020 Interesting, we have cancelled both of our Seaside YC cruises (one for end of June and the other one early Sept) and now are considering the Divina out of NYC for Oct. 2021 or Seashore TA from BCN to Miami (Nov. 2021). My husband likes to smoke cigar while on cruise vacation and it was limited on the Seaside, the Divina seem to have that option if they do not take it out during dry dock... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Shippy Posted May 5, 2020 #16 Share Posted May 5, 2020 Loved the YC2 cabins on Divina...those are not available on the Seaside. youtube to see them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xcell Posted May 7, 2020 #17 Share Posted May 7, 2020 I liked that in the seaside, the YC was just there -- meaning, restaurant, pool, TSL, and cabins all in the same enclave. Planning to do Divina next August, as the price of the YC was at least $3000 cheaper for a family of four, so for $3000, I'm willing to walk to the restaurant. With that being said, I see that the YC2 cabins are not in the enclave but more space. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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