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Thank you. I’ve been looking at transfers and have been quoted anywhere from $260-$390. I’m so surprised there aren’t more economical transfers; in Rome, it was always easy to do private or shared rides.

Is it really this difficult? We are arriving to LHR and need transport to and from Southampton. With all the ships porting there, and International Friends only driving one day in the month of March, I need suggestions on a transfer service, train route or bus.

We always go to Bimini Beach, even when we’re YC guests. However, since we overnighted there last month, we chose lounge chairs on the grassy area at the YC for our 2nd day. It was lovely, and butler service there was great. As mentioned above, the food is also very good.

The upgrade bid emails often go out after you check in online. I have clients sailing on Oct 6th, and they all received one yesterday. We bid an upgrade on Seaside last month and went to YC. We’ve sailed MSC 11 times, 3 times in YC, and it is well worth the bid. Our bid cost us about 25% of what retail YC would have.

This is surprising to me both as an avid MSC cruiser and as a TA. I book solo cabins with MSC all the time. Granted, there is sometimes a “single supplement”, but, as previously stated, they also run promos for singles. A good TA can let you know when those dates are available. Again, I’ve never not been able to book singles.. If this a group booking, I’d call MSC directly and have them facilitate it for you.

Has anyone done the AI at 40 Cañones? It’s almost twice as much as Nohoch. Thoughts?

It was very nice. Yes, free drinks. MSC often offers free drink and wifi with your booking. Much cheaper than adding a pkg.

Onboard this week as well. You tap your cruise card to the door, and it unlocks your cabin. Dining service is excellent. We’ve also eaten in the specialty restaurants, and they are exceptional. Def worth buying a package with 3 1/2 sea days. The food in the buffet is very good. I’m gluten free and have found plenty of healthy options. Today, the buffet had a dessert bar (I’ll post a pic below), and tomorrow’s will be all chocolate according to the pastry chef. Yes, there is a welcome back cocktail party. Ours is today (Friday) at 5pm.

Currently onboard the Meraviglia for the 6th time. We came over from Celebrity and haven’t looked back. For the money, you get a great product with MSC. Don’t walk onboard comparing it to any other line; they’re all unique. Been on 5 MSC ships and can honestly say their staff is the best. For those complaining about the food, I offer a few current pics.

Just a heads up - the balcony is TINY. We’ve never had such a small space. The “view” is completely blocked if you sit in the chairs. IMG_6960.MOV