Just Back From MSC Seashore: First Impressions of MSCs Inaugural EVO-Class Ship and Ocean Cay MSC Marine Reserve

Table Of Content

• MSC Cruises schedules island infrastructure development at Ocean Cay Bahamas
• Design Inspiration
• Balcony staterooms
• Horizon Bar
• MSC's newest cruise ship is gorgeous, but is it ready for Americans? A first look at MSC Seashore
• MSC Cruises opens summer 2024 itineraries for booking
• STATEROOMS & suites
• ADA Accessibility is Outstanding Onboard MSC Seashore

Unfortunately, what awaited me in the Madison Theatre during the preview sailing was cringeworthy, rather than jaw-dropping. There are no solo cabins on MSC Seashore, which seems like a huge oversight for such a modern ship. American Sports Bar is a terrific spot if you're hoping to watch your team play while you're at sea.

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There are five on the ship, and we enjoyed each of them; a dining package gives you a discount and you'll save even more if you book before you board. Although it's a la carte pricing and the craft margaritas here aren't included in your drink package, the flavors are outstanding and the salsas are bought in Mexico City. When you're in the Yacht Club, you legitimately don't have to leave, except to use your drink package and spa thermal suite -- both included in your fare. When you do leave the Yacht Club enclave, your butler will almost insist on escorting you. It's worth it to spend more to book an interior cabin here for the perks, as opposed to a nicer cabin elsewhere on the ship.

Design Inspiration

Energy efficiency • Wide range of energy-saving equipment to maximise efficiency such as smart heating, ventilation and air conditioning. Wastewater & Protecting Marine Life • Advanced wastewater treatment system with higher purification standards than most wastewater treatment facilities ashore. Discover more on how the MSC Group is actively contributing to impactful environmental conservation and humanitarian programs at the MSC Foundation Centre on board. It's possible the vessel's other theater shows are more in line with the caliber of entertainment the line normally presents, but none were scheduled during my brief time onboard. Another option if you're seeking respite from crowds and noise is the Brooklyn Cafe, a lounge area that evokes a hip travel writer's den. Decorated with globes, typewriters and plenty of cushy seating, it feels like a creative space fit for anyone seeking coffee or cognac.

Balcony staterooms

It is connected with the aquapark with a Pirates Cove theme to create an extensive water area. With its focus on outdoor space, you don't need to have a balcony or suite on MSC Seashore -- but it sure makes your cruise better. The balconies on the ship are larger than you'll find on other Seaside-class vessels, a decision made purposely by the line. The company Shores Global LLC provided all the vessel's outdoor wicker furniture (on passenger cabin balconies and poolside) or 3000+ pieces (deckchairs and sun loungers). The company is a major cruise ship furniture supplier, offering consulting (fabrics and materials) and production process management.

Unfortunately, these aren’t the largest ocean views we’ve seen on a cruise ship. While you won't go hungry if you stick to the complimentary food options on MSC Seashore -- the buffet and main dining room -- you will be missing out. The service has improved in the main dining rooms, in terms of wait times and overall attentiveness. And the buffets have also expanded to include more dishes aimed at American palates. But the main dining room menus were inconsistent in both choice and tastiness.

Digital deck plans are located near just about every set of elevators, but few of them offer access to the daily schedule of activities or wayfinders that will help you get to where you need to be. Historically, MSC Cruises has been an early adopter of onboard technology by introducing wearables, rolling out an app, adding in-cabin virtual assistants and employing digital signage. However, in certain instances, I felt like the line implemented technology for technology's sake, rather than to enhance the passenger experience. Alcohol, soda, smoothies and specialty coffees and cocoas cost extra on MSC Cruises ships. However, MSC's packages come in five varieties, and what's covered isn't always clear.

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The latter also has two bathrooms, one with a bathtub and one with a shower, as well as a walk-in closet, a separate sitting area, and a 183-square-foot balcony. It can fit up to six people, making this a nice choice for a larger family. The sunny mascot of MSC Cruises, Doremi lends his name to MSC Seashore's kids club, which has an outer space theme and comes in at 7,500 square feet. The new Studio space contains a movie theater, a live TV studio and an entire area for video games. Having access to even posher loungers, sofas and daybeds is just one perk of the sundeck surrounding One Pool in the Yacht Club complex.

STATEROOMS & suites

Fun fact is that each MSC EVO shipbuilding project involves 10+ million manhours of construction works and ~4000 shipyard employees. For those into gaming, the ship houses a dedicated billiard room adjacent to the American Sports Bar. In addition to a pool table, passengers will find tabletop shuffleboard and a pinball machine.

Just remember that you're paying for it; the starting price point for an interior Yacht Club cabin could buy you two cruises in a regular balcony cabin. Aurea balcony cabins start at 183 square feet and are not only on the upper decks, they are situated in better locations on the decks. They also come with the perks of Aurea class, which includes Solarium access. Cruise cabins are generally smaller than hotel rooms, and that's true on MSC Seashore as well. Interior cabins start at 150 square feet, and ocean view cabins begin at 182 square feet (American hotel rooms are 330 square feet on average; MSC Seashore cabins are more on par with European hotel rooms which are 172 square feet). All cabins offer a queen-sized bed that can convert into two twin beds; a vanity table; a hairdryer; an interactive TV and internal telephone; a safe and a mini bar.

Beacons are triggered whenever a connected device moves into their vicinity. One thing that works about MSC Seashore's deck plan is that the spaces onboard feel intimate -- a feat on such a large ship. MSC Seashore has four smaller main dining rooms as opposed to one large one, similar to what you'd find on Celebrity's Edge-class ships. The effect is that you feel more like you're in a land restaurant, than a large dining hall. Whilst this ship is designed for warmer weather, the Jungle Pool features a larger magrodome that can be closed to create an indoor pool area when needed. This popular area has been enlarged and now includes an additional deck over and around the space, providing new areas for guests to sit and relax.

MSC Yacht Club perks include free WiFi, 24-hour concierge service, priority access to the spa, 24-hour butler service, and a whole bevy of areas that other cruisers won’t be able to enter. The MSC Yacht Club, however, is where you’ll find the creme de la creme of suite options aboard MSC Seashore. MSC Yacht Club suites are more luxurious than any of the other options available, and come with extra perks that go on for days. While glass balcony railings are standard, so as to increase your view, some do come, unfortunately, outfitted with metal balcony railings.

The pools, too, are smaller, but there are more of them, spread out around the ship. We're not going to lie; this layout could make the main Long Island pool feel crowded at higher capacity, as there is simply not enough room for everyone in one place. The Young Club is meant for tweens ages 12 to 14, and on MSC Seashore, they have their own dedicated space with video game consoles, foosball and ping pong tables. The Junior Club, for ages 7 to 11, encourages kids to take part in MasterChef Junior, game competitions and the Fire & Ice live video game. There's a green screen for creative kids to film the Kelly & Khloe (no relation to the Kardashians) onboard show. Wi-Fi on MSC Seashore is quite good, and strong enough on our sailing to handle a video work call and a Peloton workout class.

There, cruisers can pay to try their hand at the vessel's F1 racing simulator; check out the 4D cinema, which offers a selection of interactive games and experiences; or play some arcade basketball or Skee-Ball. Yacht Club staterooms come in a variety of types, ranging from insides to cabins with multiple bedrooms and bathrooms. They generally include more space than standard accommodations, and they offer upgraded amenities like walk-in closets, dual bathroom sinks, extended balconies, private hot tubs and bathtubs in addition to showers. Designers revamped the layout for alternative eatery enclave Chef's Court and the accompanying bar.

Tradition and modernity go hand in hand in this stylish teppanyaki restaurant and sushi restaurant. The cabins have a smart layout, making it easy for more than one passenger to move around the room. MSC Seashore has also paid attention to accessibility issues, and there are 66 dedicated rooms that have many thoughtful touches for those in wheelchairs. Cabins on MSC Seashore have a smart layout, making it easy for more than one passenger to move around the room comfortably. For the most part, there's not much difference between the ship's lower-category rooms outside of interior configurations. In-room sofas easily convert into extra beds, wireless charging pads are built into the vanity/desk and the rooms are quieter than expected.