Would a teenager like an MSC cruise?

[Sigyn]

I'm trying to pick a cruise for spring break for myself and my 15-year-old son. Looking at all different cruise lines. There are two MSC cruises to consider. One on the Seascape and one on the Meraviglia. Has anyone taken their teenager on either of these ships and, if so, what was it like for them?

[Itchy&Scratchy]

I'd pick Seascape since it's newer, but you also should consider the itinerary, price, etc.

 

We picked Seascape to go as a family with our 12 yo and all the grandparents. I hope we like it.

[REOVA]

Depends on what we likes to do. If he likes arcade gaming, virtual reality, etc you may want to look into buying a package as the extra costs for these may add up. Suggest having a TA assist you as well and get OBC. 

[KINGBOBOFTHENORTH]

If it's a spring break cruise, it will be loaded with other teens in his age group. MSC has impressive teen clubs including a late nite disco. If he likes to socialize, I'm sure he'll enjoy either ship.

[Spurschick]

Depends on their interests as Meraviglia has a lot of options for teens. It has a great outdoor course (not sure the exact name) plus indoor sports court. 
 

Seascape is good but doesn’t have the indoor sports court. Either would be fine. Out dd did her first MSC at 18 and loved it.

[LiquidWu]

I would make the decision dependent on the weather in the target area. The Meraviglia is a beautiful, but rather traditionally divided cruise ship, on which your son would certainly have a lot of fun. But the Seascape was specially developed for travel in sunny climes. There's a lot more space on the open deck, outdoor sports, more tables outside the restaurants, and a more spacious pool area. There is simply more fun outside in good weather.

Edited February 23, 2023 by LiquidWu

[Tierun]

Both ships are great. Older ships, not so much. The ships you’re looking at have Wi-Fi, and nice teen club areas. MSC is very lax about letting young people in the supposed adult only spaces. Many teens have been seen in the nightclubs and late parties.

[Nikita4]

My teens (13 und 15) like MSC and her product. We cruise twice oder more a year with them. The teens-club is cool and all clubs a venues with parties also. The often are until 1-2 am with other teens on the ship. The Sportplex on Meraviglia, Grandiosa is there favorite place to be.

[CruisingNole]

17 hours ago, Tierun said:

MSC is very lax about letting young people in the supposed adult only spaces. Many teens have been seen in the nightclubs and late parties.

 Wonderful. 🙄

[perakcruiser]

21 hours ago, Tierun said:

MSC is very lax about letting young people in the supposed adult only spaces. Many teens have been seen in the nightclubs and late parties.

Has not much to do with MSC, this is normal in (Southern) Europe. You need to accept this. 

[8420PR]

21 hours ago, Tierun said:

Both ships are great. Older ships, not so much. The ships you’re looking at have Wi-Fi, and nice teen club areas. MSC is very lax about letting young people in the supposed adult only spaces. Many teens have been seen in the nightclubs and late parties.

What adult only spaces are there?   I don't think the disco is adults only?  

 

 

[Nikita4]

1 hour ago, perakcruiser said:

Has not much to do with MSC, this is normal in (Southern) Europe. You need to accept this. 

Yes in southern europe this is normal. kids and teens with the hole family. But there aren t  adults only locations on MSC ships.

[Nunagoras]

1 hour ago, 8420PR said:

What adult only spaces are there?   I don't think the disco is adults only?  

 

 

Other than the gym and Spa (where minors can go with an adult at certain T&C), the adult disco from 11PM onward and the Casino at operational hours, minors can to stay pretty much all over the ship at any time. As the other members have said; it is pretty much common for minors to stay with their families elsewhere once on holidays. MSC bars and lounges are to be seen primarily as socializing places, with adult drinks as a extra bonus, not the whole experience. You can stay long hours on them without drinking anything else. This is what I do most of the days, with the odd non alcoholic drink here and there once for health reasons I can't drink alcohol. Have a nice day.

Edited February 24, 2023 by Nunagoras

[Best Cat Mom]

1 hour ago, 8420PR said:

What adult only spaces are there?

The Fantasia-class ships have an adults only pool aft called the Garden Pool. The bar in that area is called the Garden Bar and is also adults only.

[Nikita4]

23 hours ago, Best Cat Mom said:

The Fantasia-class ships have an adults only pool aft called the Garden Pool. The bar in that area is called the Garden Bar and is also adults only.

But no one controlled that, my son like the Garden Bar on the Fantasiaclass ships... and he ist 15.