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I tried a ship-within-a-ship cruise experience and it was worth it for the endless perks—here’s why

The MSC Yacht Club affords travelers a totally different cruising experience, but you’ll have to splurge.

I heard tales of luxury from people about the ritzy MSC Yacht Club , the ship-within-a-ship concept where discerning passengers enjoy their own area of the cruise ship that includes a dedicated restaurant, private lounge, separate pool and sundeck as well as private butlers and concierges to take of any whim while cruising. The elevated Yacht Club boasts priority everything while sailing MSC.

I sailed on a four-night cruise on the new MSC Seashore, a glitzy ship with Italian flair intermingled with references to New York City at every turn. Although the ship was well-appointed and had amazing dining, drinking and entertainment venues, and a bountiful Top Sail main buffet, thousands of passengers made the ship feel crowded at times, elevators were slow, and as I strolled through the general pools, they were boisterous and crowded.

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Switch gears to MSC Seashore’s Yacht Club, passkey-protected for lucky guests, and is a 180 from the ship’s general spaces. Once you scan your handy Yacht Club wrist badge, or your room key, you’re instantly given entrance to a breathtaking retreat of 131 staterooms and suites. All this luxury does come at a price. Cruise fares will vary based on destination, time of year, and cabin category, but generally speaking you can expect to pay double for the Yacht Club. And from my experience, it’s worth it. Read more about why you should splurge.

You’re fast-tracked through everything

The Yacht Club’s exclusivity and impeccable service standard started from the moment I got dropped off at the Port Canaveral cruise terminal. There were hundreds of people waiting to board at 1pm on embarkation day. I saw in the distance a canopy that said MSC Yacht Club. My husband and I wheeled our carry-on luggage to the representative under the canopy. I gave her my name and within two seconds, she gave me a sticker to wear and up we ascended on the escalator to check in. Just five minutes later, I was directed to the dedicated check-in area for Yacht Club guests. To my right, I saw about 1,000 people serpentine through ropes to do general check-in. I felt a sense of relief; who wants to wait in that line? Five minutes later, a butler from the Yacht Club insisted on wheeling my luggage to board the ship and I was in my room in a total on 12 minutes from the time I stepped foot out of the car to my stateroom in the Yacht Club.

Relaxing and streamlined

In addition, Yacht Club guests have the freedom to get off the ship first for excursions. Your butler will happily escort you off the ship with a smile. Guests also can disembark on the last morning first, which is a big convenience. Your butler walks you right to the place you disembark, bypassing crowds and hassles. Port Canaveral is about an hour away from Orlando International Airport, and we took a 10 am flight home. We didn’t have to linger around until the afternoon for our flight home.

Another perk is that there’s a special seating area in the theater for shows. All the shows were excellent during my voyage. All other ship passengers have to make reservations in advance for shows but that’s not the case for the privileged Yacht Club passengers. As long as you arrive about 10 minutes before any show you choose, a crew member from the Club will allow you entry into a special roped-off section. Again, no rushing through dinner—you have the flexibility to plan your evenings your way.

Your Yacht Club package is packed with remarkable value

The price tag may sound daunting, but there’s lots of value there. All Yacht Club cabins and suites include a premium drink package that covers beverages up to $15. You can use this perk both in the Yacht Club and throughout the ship. In addition, your package includes a two-device Wi-Fi package, which worked well during my sailing. Finally, you get access to the thermal spa suite, which is a place to indulge after a day in port or a sea day. Commonly, there’s a taboo regarding mini-bars, but not in the Yacht Club. It’s stocked each day with the beverages you want; just tell your butler and consider it done.

You get perks ashore too

If your sailing includes a call to Ocean Cay, MSC’s private island, Yacht Club guests get an elevated experience there too. Yacht Club guests enjoy a private area, and a dedicated restaurant called the Ocean House. While other ship guests were hosted to a buffet of predictable fare, I enjoyed a lobster roll, and my husband chose carne asada. In my opinion, one thing that could be improved was the tram service to the Yacht Club’s private area. We were told the last tram back was 3:30pm if we didn’t want to trek a 15-minute walk in the heat. Since we were docked in Ocean Cay for the evening and weren’t sailing, I was a bit dismayed by this logistical quirk. I felt like I was keeping an eye on my phone to make sure I didn’t miss the last tram.

You have private areas with curated food and drink and outdoor spaces

Within the Yacht Club complex, there’s the Yacht Club Restaurant, Top Sail Lounge and the One Pool Buffet, which are all exclusive to Yacht Club guests. Obviously, the food and service are steps above other dining venues of the ship, I can vouch for that. Although the food is delicious, if you don’t want to pay extra to dine at the specialty restaurants or fuss in the main buffet, eating three meals a day in the Yacht Club restaurant can get a bit monotonous. The breakfast is the same daily, and lunch and dinner offer a menu with daily specials plus a few standby selections like a hamburger or pasta each day. Although the Yacht Club Restaurant concept is desirable, I would strongly suggest dining in other venues on board, especially for dinner. I thoroughly enjoyed specialty dining in Ocean Cay Restaurant, Butcher’s Cut, and Kaito Teppanyaki. I also want to mention that late afternoon high tea is offered daily at the Yacht Club Restaurant. It was one of the nicest I have experienced at sea.

Also available exclusively to Yacht Club passengers is the Top Sail Lounge, which offers panoramic water views and has chef-curated selections from morning through late night. We enjoyed popping into the lounge at all hours to try finger foods and sweets. The One Pool Buffet offers a more casual option for breakfast and lunch by the pool. The buffet has grilled fish, sandwiches and lots of delicious options if you want to dine outside.

There’s also an exclusive area with a private pool and two whirlpools for Yacht Club guests only. The sun deck loungers are very comfortable and I never had to worry about finding a lounger, there are ample. One issue I had was that there was almost no shade on the sun deck; there were shaded day beds for Royal Suite and Owners Suite guests, but beyond those, I couldn’t find any shade, which was disappointing.

You can justify the price at the end of your cruise

Overall, the best way to explain my enthusiasm for my MSC Yacht Club experience is this: it’s better to book an interior stateroom in the Yacht Club than a luxe cabin outside the Yacht Club. It’s worth the splurge and you return home feeling truly pampered and it’s money well-spent. And I make this prediction: Once you try a ship-within-a-ship concept like the MSC Yacht Club, you won’t want cruise any other way. Bon Voyage!

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MSC Grandiosa Yacht club review

By travellerin1984 , August 4, 2021 in MSC Cruises

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We are just on our way to home after wonderful 9 nights on MSC Grandiosa. We are a Scandinavian couple in our 40s and stayed in Yacht club inside. We travelled with a friend who stayed in YC deluxe balcony cabin. This was our second time in YC, we cruise usually on Celebrity or Royal.

Cruise was very relaxing. Because of covid regulations you are not allowed to go onshore on your own, only on ship excursions. We are usually very active and make plans but this time we spend most of the time onboard and got off only in Palermo and Barcelona. In Palermo we booked a city tour which was ok but really hot (heat wave) and in Barcelona we booked a winery visit Vilarnau. Winery visit was good and worth the visit. We all agreed we like to make our own plans and dont really like to be in big groups.    We had great time onboard! We enjoyed everything the ship had to offer. Good sallad lunches on the YC pool deck, long dinners in the YC restaurant and cocktails/coffees in the Top Sail lounge and in the bars. Couple of evenings we got a chance to dance under the stars and of course we tried the water slides too! 🙂    

Service was very good. Sometimes slow when ordering drinks by the pool but otherwise excellent. Our butler wasnt really that interested in serving us and we think it might have been because of other more demanding guests in other cabins. We stayed in YC inside cabin and hadn’t any specific requests and it didnt really affect our experience. Our friends butler was very good and helpful so our friend enjoyed his first cruise very much. She arranged some champagne and cheese on the balcony, so nice pre dinner drink for us!

Wine and food - We thought both wine and food selections were better this time 

than in the Caribbean couple of years ago. We enjoyed long dinners with different wines for starter and main course and it worked well. They usually have couple of wines to choose from (2-3 white, 2-3 red and one rose) My husband and our friend are very interested in wine and didn’t find a reason to upgrade. Included wines were good. There is one champagne Nicolas Feuillette which is included. For the minibar you can choose either a gin, whisky or one bottle of champagne. It was Jacquart champagne and it was nice to enjoy on our friends balcony. 

We are diamond and ate once at the L’atelier, french specialty restaurant. Good food but the service was a hit or miss… We got a lot of diamond benefits, sweets and macarones and some Prosecco. We got the white chocolate ships too but unfortunately didn’t really have right opportunity to eat it. So much to eat… The whole cruise experience felt very safe and we got our temperature taken every day and made a COVID-test once during the cruise. It is possible to keep the distance to other people in YC. Staff are wearing double masks and they are cleaning all the time.   

All in all great cruise, if you have any questions I am happy to answer! 

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Thanks for the review.  We are sailing on Grandiosa next month. We are really looking forward to her.

thanks for the review. Did you take afternoon tea service? If so how was it?

1 hour ago, MouseBerry said: Hi, thanks for the review. Did you take afternoon tea service? If so how was it?   cheers MouseBerry

We ordered only “normal” pot tea during the afternoons but they did have a afternoon tea-table for display so they are still offering it. They have some sandwiches etc. to order as well. Staff is really accommodating so it should be a nice experience. We didn’t see anyone having it this time (people were mostly by the pool) 

2 hours ago, bigblue1952 said: Thanks for the review.  We are sailing on Grandiosa next month. We are really looking forward to her.

Lucky you! We enjoyed the ship! We tried some pizza and burgers from the regular buffet and it was all good. Nice music and drinks in the Sky lounge! 

4 hours ago, travellerin1984 said: Couple of evenings we got a chance to dance under the stars and of course we tried the water slides too! 🙂  

 Great to hear! Does this imply that there actually are deck parties?

What about venues for live music in the evening / night, if I may ask?

7 minutes ago, carlmm said:  Great to hear! Does this imply that there actually are deck parties?   What about venues for live music in the evening / night, if I may ask?

Yes, they had deck parties every night from 9 pm. There was couple of nights we danced more and couple of nights slower music and people mostly were sitting and listening. I missed traditional night club but I understand it might not be appropriate to have it right now.

Sky lounge (adults only) had different entertainers playing every night (one guitarist, one duo, one pianist) Yacht club had live music too. We enjoyed the entertainment. There was a lovely duo Sarah&Peter which we enjoyed extra!  They had some “traditional” shows but we skipped them. There was some Beatles music played by a guitarist (quite nice) and even regular talented staff who got to show their talent. A lot of music to enjoy. 

1 hour ago, travellerin1984 said: Yes, they had deck parties every night from 9 pm. There was couple of nights we danced more and couple of nights slower music and people mostly were sitting and listening. I missed traditional night club but I understand it might not be appropriate to have it right now.   Sky lounge (adults only) had different entertainers playing every night (one guitarist, one duo, one pianist) Yacht club had live music too. We enjoyed the entertainment. There was a lovely duo Sarah&Peter which we enjoyed extra!  They had some “traditional” shows but we skipped them. There was some Beatles music played by a guitarist (quite nice) and even regular talented staff who got to show their talent. A lot of music to enjoy. 

Thanks a lot. I' am booked in September and this is good to know.

7 hours ago, travellerin1984 said: Hi! We are just on our way to home after wonderful 9 nights on MSC Grandiosa. We are a Scandinavian couple in our 40s and stayed in Yacht club inside. We travelled with a friend who stayed in YC deluxe balcony cabin. This was our second time in YC, we cruise usually on Celebrity or Royal.   Cruise was very relaxing. Because of covid regulations you are not allowed to go onshore on your own, only on ship excursions. We are usually very active and make plans but this time we spend most of the time onboard and got off only in Palermo and Barcelona. In Palermo we booked a city tour which was ok but really hot (heat wave) and in Barcelona we booked a winery visit Vilarnau. Winery visit was good and worth the visit. We all agreed we like to make our own plans and dont really like to be in big groups.    We had great time onboard! We enjoyed everything the ship had to offer. Good sallad lunches on the YC pool deck, long dinners in the YC restaurant and cocktails/coffees in the Top Sail lounge and in the bars. Couple of evenings we got a chance to dance under the stars and of course we tried the water slides too! 🙂     Service was very good. Sometimes slow when ordering drinks by the pool but otherwise excellent. Our butler wasnt really that interested in serving us and we think it might have been because of other more demanding guests in other cabins. We stayed in YC inside cabin and hadn’t any specific requests and it didnt really affect our experience. Our friends butler was very good and helpful so our friend enjoyed his first cruise very much. She arranged some champagne and cheese on the balcony, so nice pre dinner drink for us!   Wine and food - We thought both wine and food selections were better this time  than in the Caribbean couple of years ago. We enjoyed long dinners with different wines for starter and main course and it worked well. They usually have couple of wines to choose from (2-3 white, 2-3 red and one rose) My husband and our friend are very interested in wine and didn’t find a reason to upgrade. Included wines were good. There is one champagne Nicolas Feuillette which is included. For the minibar you can choose either a gin, whisky or one bottle of champagne. It was Jacquart champagne and it was nice to enjoy on our friends balcony.  We are diamond and ate once at the L’atelier, french specialty restaurant. Good food but the service was a hit or miss… We got a lot of diamond benefits, sweets and macarones and some Prosecco. We got the white chocolate ships too but unfortunately didn’t really have right opportunity to eat it. So much to eat… The whole cruise experience felt very safe and we got our temperature taken every day and made a COVID-test once during the cruise. It is possible to keep the distance to other people in YC. Staff are wearing double masks and they are cleaning all the time.    All in all great cruise, if you have any questions I am happy to answer! 

Always good with different perspectives. We didn’t have any service issues in the Top sail, but food in general was a different story. I posted a review today over at the review section:  https://www.cruisecritic.com/memberreviews/memberreview.cfm?EntryID=681753&et_cid=3449005&et_rid=16704099&et_referrer=NULL

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Debuted in mid-November 2019, MSC Grandiosa hosts a whopping 6,334 passengers and 1,704 crew members. On board, travelers can take advantage of two different pools, a water park, the Sportplex amusement park and a fitness center. Those seeking a thrilling, albeit less strenuous, entertainment option should check out a live show in the evening.

Grandiosa also boasts an especially large Yacht Club – a private section of the ship that offers exclusive amenities to members, such as a private pool and 24-hour butler service. Meanwhile, entertainment options for kids include seven different rooms (each designated for a different age group), a gaming room for teens and a Lego movie maker studio for children.

Guests can choose from a variety of staterooms, including standard Interior, Ocean View and Balcony rooms, as well as Family Cabins (perfect for up to six guests) and an array of Suite-category options. Each stateroom – regardless of size – comes equipped with Zoe: MSC's voice-activated assistant who can answer any questions cruisers have about their ship.

In addition to the main dining room and the Marketplace Buffet (which is open 20 hours a day), cruisers can choose to dine at several specialty spots, including Butcher's Cut for sumptuous steaks and HOLA! Tapas Bar.

Grandiosa sails through the Mediterranean and South America on upcoming voyages.

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Diverse onboard amenities for cruisers of all ages

Passenger-to-crew ratio of almost 4-to-1

• Expert Rating » 3.5
• Traveler Rating » 4.0
• Health Rating » 4.5

MSC Grandiosa ranks # 5 out of 22 MSC Cruises Cruise Ships based on an analysis of expert and user ratings, as well as health ratings.

• # 5 in Best MSC Cruises
• # 49 in Best Cruises to the Mediterranean
• # 60 in Best Cruises to Europe
• # 82 in Best Affordable Cruises

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About Time: You Set Sail Onboard MSC Grandiosa By Francesca Brooking

November 2019 marked the christening of MSC Cruises’ brand new cruise ship, MSC Grandiosa . It was a celebration filled with fireworks and festivities as she set sail on her first official journey up and down Hamburg’s River Elbe. Now, with her Mediterranean itineraries in full swing, MSC Grandiosa is set to be the hot new cruise of 2020 but what is it really like onboard? We were lucky enough to be invited to review MSC Grandiosa and here’s what we found out: 

MSC Grandiosa Review: The Lowdown

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MSC Grandiosa is the first of three Meraviglia Plus-class cruises set to operate for MSC Cruises. A flagship in MSC’s fleet, she is the newest and most innovative cruise yet. At 331 metres and with a capacity of more than 6,300 passengers, she is also currently the largest. 

The most striking feature about the cruise is her 111-metre long indoor promenade lit overhead by a 93-metre ‘digital sky’, an LED screen depicting a stunning myriad of colours and patterns. If you wander along the promenade to the centre of the ship, you’ll find the Infinity Atrium, so named for its two Swarovski crystal spiral staircases. This dazzling display is the perfect spot for a photo or two in your favourite outfit and a professional photographer will be on hand to help you get that perfect shot.  

MSC Grandiosa Review: The Cabins

MSC Cruises has worked hard to ensure that all its guests enjoy the utmost comfort onboard MSC Grandiosa no matter what room they stay in. There are a total 2,421 cabins featuring fourteen different styles of accommodation on the cruise. These range from interior studios to MSC Yacht Club Royal Suites. The interior suites, as their name suggests, don’t have windows but the cabin is comfortable, clean and modern so it doesn’t feel too much like you’re missing out on the sea views. 

For those who want to watch the world go by in the privacy of their own cabin, opt for any of the Ocean Views, Family Cabins, Balconies, Suites with a Private Whirlpool and two-storey Duplex Suites. Yacht Club members have exclusive access to a choice of three spacious suites, complete with balconies, an ensuite bathroom with a bathtub and a cosy lounging area. No matter which cabin you choose, each one has an ensuite bathroom, interactive TV, minibar, room service and ZOE, the onboard personal cruise assistant. 

We stayed in a balcony suite. It had a large and wonderfully comfortable double bed, a sofa and a desk with a mirror. The large interactive TV not only offered a stellar selection of TV and films for free but it also allowed us to see our schedule for the day, browse restaurant menus and showed us how much money we had spent. 

We could change the temperature of the cabin and push open the sliding doors to the balcony for a pleasant breeze on our faces. We also had great fun chatting to ZOE, the onboard personal virtual assistant. Not too dissimilar from Amazon and Google’s own creations, this voice-enabled assistant can speak seven languages. Don’t try to ask it too many in-depth questions, however, as ZOE’s knowledge only covers life onboard the cruise. 

MSC Grandiosa Review: The Food

MSC Cruises is no stranger to ensuring that all its cruises are well-known dining destinations and MSC Grandiosa is no exception. The cruise’s buffet-style restaurant covers a range of popular international cuisines, including French, Asian and Italian. The buffet is open for an impressive twenty hours of the day, catering for early risers, late snackers and anyone in between. 

For those who prefer to be a little more formal, there are four main restaurants which offer a choice of high-quality cuisines with a different menu selection every day. Each one of these restaurants has impeccable service, elegance and style. 

MSC Grandiosa is also home to no less than five speciality restaurants, offering the very best international cuisine. Steak enthusiasts will love the American-style steakhouse, Butcher’s Cut, which offers a range of succulent Angus beefsteaks, hearty fish dishes and creamy sauces. The burrata beet salad appetiser is particularly divine, bursting with aromatic flavour that complements the sweet tang of balsamic vinegar. 

Fans of Mediterranean cooking will enjoy the Spanish tapas restaurant HOLA! Created by the renowned two-Michelin-starred chef, Ramón Freixa. Designed to be a social dining experience, the restaurant is warm and inviting, serving up colourful sharing platters of bite-sized delights over a glass or two of sangria. 

For a taste of France, head over to the cheerful Parisian bistro, L’Atelier Bistrot. The restaurant has its own lounge space for guests to enjoy a cocktail accompanied by the sound of live jazz before dinner. L’Atelier Bistrot is also home to a fascinating collection of original sketches from the renowned French artist, Edgar Degas. 

The menu at L’Atelier Bistrot is a fine example of traditional French cooking. If you’re in the mood for a showstopper, order the pan-friend Dover sole. It arrives in a copper dish, lid and all, and the waiter makes a great show of de-boning the fish with expert precision. Other speciality restaurants include the sumptuous Kaito Sushi Bar and the Kaito Teppanyaki Bar where the chefs prepare your food in front of your very eyes. 

For something sweet, cross the promenade to Jean-Philippe Chocolat & Café. There you’ll find a chocolate and coffee bar designed by the French Master Pâtissier Chocolatier, Jean-Philippe Maury. Enjoy a mouthful or two of delicate truffles, create your own chocolate bar or indulge in a mug of mouth-watering hot chocolate. 

I enjoyed every visit to the speciality restaurants. However, it’s worth noting that they’re not included in the pre-paid food and drinks packages like the buffet and main restaurants so you will have to pay additional costs. Vegetarians and vegans may also struggle with the lack of options on offer at these restaurants but they can still find an adequate selection at the dining destinations included in the package. 

MSC Grandiosa Review: The Activities

MSC Grandiosa is packed with activities to keep you busy while you’re at sea. The cruise ship has a staggering fourteen passenger decks, twenty bars and lounges, four swimming pools and fourteen jacuzzis. Just some of the highlights onboard MSC Grandiosa include: 

Atmosphere Pool

Guests can soak up the sun by the atmosphere pool. It’s illuminated by elegant lighting and a giant LED screen which comes alive at night in a dazzling display. 

Masters of the Sea Cocktail Bar

This intimate cocktail bar makes you feel like you’ve stepped into an English pub – just slightly more modern. The decor is warm and inviting, with a chestnut-wooden bar to match the tables and chairs. Squashy circular booths can be found at the back of the bar and a darts board hangs on the wall. Masters of the Sea specialises in a wide range of cocktails, aperitifs, beers and more.  

MSC Aurea Spa

You can’t sail on MSC Grandiosa without trying its dedicated Aurea Spa. Treat yourself to the ultimate relaxing experience at this luxurious Balinese spa, complete with a thermal area, nail boutique and beauty salon. There is a wealth of pampering experiences on offer to help you feel your absolute best during your cruise. 

Cirque du Soleil At Sea

MSC Cruises is proud to be working with the world-famous Montreal-based live entertainment company, Cirque du Soleil, to bring you never-seen-before performances at sea. Cirque du Soleil has produced two exclusive shows which are performed twice a night, six nights a week. Guests can book tickets to enjoy a cocktail or dinner in the Carousel Lounge before the show at an additional cost. 

Entertainment 

MSC Grandiosa offers a wide range of entertainment to keep the whole family happy. There is a children’s playroom, a full-size bowling alley, an aquapark, F1 simulators, a 4D cinema, an arcade, a multi-purpose karaoke bar, casino, comedy club and TV studio. There’s no shortage of things to do onboard the cruise, although it’s worth noting that most of these activities come with a little extra cost. 

For those who like to keep fit on holiday, MSC Grandiosa has a fully-equipped gym and fitness centre with glorious views across the ship. There is also a power walking track around the entire exterior of deck 16. 

MSC Foundation Shop

Guests can learn about MSC Cruises’ sister project, MSC Foundation , a charity that supports marine and environmental initiatives across the globe. The charity also assists with providing disaster relief and emergency supplies directly to affected areas. All profits from items sold in the shop go towards funding this organisation. 

MSC Grandiosa Review: Sustainability

Described by the cruise line as its most sustainable cruise ship yet, MSC Grandiosa is said to hold the title of one of the most environmentally advanced ships at sea to date. Setting the standards for modern-day cruising, she’s the most energy-efficient MSC cruise yet, using 28% less fuel consumption. What’s more, the ship is the first in the world to use a Radiated Noise system to reduce her impact on marine life. She uses a highly advanced wastewater purification system, smart heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems. MSC is also the first major cruise line with carbon-neutral marine operations in 2020. 

MSC Grandiosa Review: Our Verdict 

All in all, MSC Cruise’s sustainable new model sets MSC Grandiosa apart from her other competitors and indeed other cruises in the fleet. It marks the beginning of a new conscious age of cruising which is a really exciting achievement to see. 

As for luxury, MSC Grandiosa has all the trimmings, boasting Instagram-worthy Swarovski Crystal staircases, comfortable rooms and staff to attend to your every need. Even though I would have perhaps liked to see a few more vegetarian options in the speciality restaurants, the food onboard is still exquisite – fresh, flavoursome and consistently top quality. Without a doubt, a holiday on the MSC Grandiosa is an absolute treat that the whole family will adore. 

A seven-night sailing onboard MSC Grandiosa departing 15 February 2020 from Genoa visiting Civitavecchia, Palermo, Valletta, Barcelona and Marseille starts from £479 per person when booking on a Fantastica package including a premium drinks package. For more information or to book visit www.msccruises.co.uk or call 0203 426 3000. 

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MSC Grandiosa cabins and suites

Msc grandiosa staterooms review, floor plans, photos.

MSC Grandiosa cabins and suites review at CruiseMapper provides detailed information on cruise accommodations , including floor plans, photos, room types and categories, cabin sizes, furniture details and included by MSC Cruises en-suite amenities and services.

The MSC Grandiosa cruise ship cabins page is conveniently interlinked with its deck plans showing deck layouts combined with a legend and review of all onboard venues.

MSC Yacht Club Royal Suite with Balcony Jacuzzi

Layout (floor plan).

All passengers booked in MSC Yacht Club Royal Suite accommodations receive the following perks (bonus amenities and services):

• smart HDTV (interactive LCD TV), phone, electronic safe (in the closet), Nespresso coffee machine
• Myform Memory mattresses
• Dorelan pillows menu
• Egyptian cotton bathrobes, slippers
• luxury bedding (by Mascioni)
• marble bathroom with shower / bathtub
• fully stocked mini-bar
• goodnight gourmet chocolates (by Venchi)
• private balcony with a whirlpool tub and dining area (6-seat table)
• Nintendo Wii gaming console
• Priority services (check-in / check-out, embarkation / disembarkation, tendering)
• 24-hour personal concierge, butler service, room service (free delivery)
• Unlimited drinks in all MSC Yacht Club venues (including the suite's mini-bar drinks)
• All-inclusive (complimentary) free-time dining (lunches and dinners) in the exclusive MSC Yacht Club restaurant
• Unlimited drinks in all onboard bars and restaurants
• Free Thermal Suite access
• Direct access (via private elevator) to MSC Aurea Spa
• Exclusive access to "The One Sun Deck" and "Top Sail Lounge"

MSC Yacht Club Duplex Suite with Balcony Jacuzzi

Category YJD (MSC Duplex Suites) are 2-floor accommodations. On Level 1 are the living/dining room (double sofabed), wardrobe, bathroom (shower), terrace (with an outdoor Jacuzzi). On Level 2 are the Master Bedroom (double bed/non-convertible to twins), bathroom (shower, spa tub), wardrobe, Sundeck (loungers).

All passengers booked in Duplex Suites receive the following perks (bonus amenities and services):

• 2-deck-high (lower / upper level) stateroom - main level (living/dining room, double sofabed), upper level (master bedroom, queen bed convertible to 2 single beds / upon request)
• 2 HDTVs, 2 phones, electronic safe (in the closet), mini-bar
• 2 walk-in wardrobes
• 2 bathrooms with shower (1 with bathtub)
• private balcony with whirlpool hot tub
• Priority services (boarding, tendering, dinner seating / at onboard complimentary restaurants)
• 24-hour room service
• Unlimited drinks by MSC's "All-Inclusive Classic Drink Package"
• Complimentary Spa package - welcome cocktail, your-choice massage (spa menu), tanning shower, private wellness consultation, Thermal Area free access (throughout the cruise, adults only), private solarium access
• Complimentary room diffuser (100 ml)

MSC Yacht Club Deluxe Suite

All passengers booked in MSC Yacht Club Deluxe Suites receive the following perks (bonus amenities and services):

MSC Yacht Club Interior Suite

All passengers booked in MSC Yacht Club Interior Suites receive the following perks (bonus amenities and services):

• interactive large LCD TV, phone, electronic safe (in the closet), Nespresso coffee machine
• 1 queen bed (or 2 single beds/ upon request)
• private bathroom with shower
• Priority services (check-in / check-out, embarkation / disembarkation, tendering)
• Unlimited drinks in all MSC Yacht Club venues (including the cabin's mini-bar drinks)

Angle-Balcony Grand & Premium Suites with Terrace Jacuzzi

All passengers booked in Angle Balcony Suites receive the following perks (bonus amenities and services):

• smart HDTV (interactive), phone, electronic safe (in the closet), mini-bar
• 1 queen bed (or 2 single beds / upon request)
• large wardrobe
• private (angle) balcony with whirlpool hot tub
• Unlimted drinks by MSC's "All-Inclusive Classic Drink Package"

Aft-Facing Premium Suite

Premium Suites accommodate up to 6 people being fitted with a double bed (convertible to twins), double sofabed, as well as two bunk beds (lower and upper) in a separate "kids bedroom".

SuperFamily Plus Cabins

All passengers booked in MSC family cabins (connecting staterooms for families) receive the following perks (bonus amenities and services):

• Note: Super Family Plus cabins combine 3 connecting rooms (1 Inside plus 2 Balcony).
• 3 HDTVs, 3 phones, 3 electronic safes (in the closets), 2 mini-bars
• 3 wardrobes
• 3 bathrooms (2 with showers, 1 with shower / bathtub)
• 2 private balconies
• bed configuration (max sleeping capacity 10 people) - combination of lower and upper beds plus double sofabeds
• Dedicated and supervised kids activities (educational and recreational), "Doremi Chef" cooking courses
• Classic dining (assigned first or second sitting) or Flexi dining (your-time). Switching dining styles is available after booking and also after boarding the ship.

SuperFamily Balcony Cabin

All passengers booked in MSC Super Family cabins (connecting staterooms for families) receive the following perks (bonus amenities and services):

• Note: Super Family cabins combine 2 connecting balcony rooms
• 2 HDTVs, 2 phones, 2 electronic safes (in the closets), 2 mini-bars
• 2 wardrobes
• 2 bathrooms (1 with showers, 1 with shower / bathtub)
• bed configuration (max sleeping capacity 6 people) - combination of lower beds plus double sofabeds

Family Cabins

All passengers booked in MSC Family Balcony cabins (connecting staterooms for families) receive the following perks (bonus amenities and services):

• Note: Family Balcony accommodations are 2 connecting cabins (1 Inside plus 1 Balcony or 1 Oceanview).
• 1 private balcony (or Porthole Window)
• bed configuration (max sleeping capacity 6 people) - combination of lower beds (queen and single) plus double sofabeds

Balcony Cabin

All passengers booked in MSC Balcony cabins receive the following perks (bonus amenities and services):

• interactive TV), phone, electronic safe (in the closet), mini-bar
• private bathroom (with shower/bathtub)
• private balcony

Note: Wheelchair-accessible cabins (for disabled passengers) are sized up to 325 ft2 (30 m2).

Depending on Balcony cabin class (low to high - Bella, Fantastica, Spa, Aurea), passengers additionally receive the following amenities:

• Bella Cabins - 20-hours-a-day gourmet buffet, dining preferences (Flexi Early or Late / at booking), free access to 5 different kids and teen clubs.
• Fantastica Cabins ("Bella" privileges plus) - upper deck room location, Classic dining (first or second assigned sitting) or Flexi / your-time). Dining styles can be selected after booking or after boarding. 24-hour room service, Dedicated and supervised kids activities (educational and recreational), "Doremi Chef" cooking courses.
• Wellness / Spa Cabins ("Fantastica" privileges plus) - upper deck room location, My Choice dining (anytime dinner, priority access to the ship's complimentary restaurants), Wellness Welcome Kit (MSC logoed T-shirt, shorts, sports towel), complimentary health check-up onboard, Inbody analyzer test (with personal Technogym-trained instructor), personalized Wellness program (1 complimentary gym class per day / every on 7+ day cruises), exclusive wellness-themed shore activities, unlimited mineral water onboard (at bars, restaurants, buffet, in-cabin bottled water), 1 sports drink per day (in-cabin minibar), complimentary gym gear laundry service, 1 free souvenir photo.
• Aurea Cabins ("Fantastica" privileges plus) - priority boarding, Unlimted drinks (by MSC's "All-Inclusive Classic Drink Package"), My Choice dining (anytime dinner, priority access to the ship's complimentary restaurants), Complimentary Spa package (welcome cocktail, your-choice massage/spa menu, tanning shower, private wellness consultation, Thermal Area free access (throughout the cruise, adults only), private solarium access, room diffuser (100 ml).

(decks 8-14) Deluxe Balcony Aurea cabins are sized 17 m2.

(decks 13-14) Studio Balcony/single cabins are sized 12 m2.

Oceanview Cabin

All passengers booked in MSC Oceanview cabins receive the following perks (bonus amenities and services):

• smart HDTV (interactive LCD TV), phone, electronic safe (in the closet), mini-bar
• private bathroom (with shower)

Depending on Oceanview cabin class (low to high - Bella, Fantastica, Spa), passengers additionally receive the following amenities:

• Wellness / Spa Cabins ("Fantastica" privileges plus) - upper deck room location, My Choice dining (anytime dinner, priority access to the ship's complimentary restaurants), Wellness Welcome Kit (MSC logoed T-shirt, shorts, sports towel), complimentary health check-up onboard, Inbody analyzer test (with personal Technogym-trained instructor), personalized Wellness program (1 complimentary gym class per day / every day on 7+ days cruises), exclusive wellness-themed shore activities, unlimited mineral water onboard (at bars, restaurants, buffet, in-cabin bottled water), 1 sports drink per day (in-cabin minibar), complimentary gym gear laundry service, 1 free souvenir photo.

(decks 9-11) Premium Ocean View cabins accommodate up to 6 people and are sized 25 m2.

(deck 5) Deluxe Ocean View cabins are sized 16 m2.

(deck 8) Junior Ocean View and Junior Ocean View with Obstructed View cabins are sized 12 m2.

Interior Cabin

All passengers booked in MSC Interior cabins receive the following perks (bonus amenities and services):

Depending on Inside cabin class (low to high - Bella, Fantastica, Spa), passengers additionally receive the following amenities:

(decks 5-14) Deluxe Interior cabins are sized 17 m2.

(decks 5-13) Studio Interior/single cabins are sized 12 m2.

Studio Single Cabin

All passengers booked in Studios receive the following perks (bonus amenities and services):

• smart HDTV (interactive TV), phone, electronic safe (in the closet), mini-bar
• wardrobe, vanity table/writing desk with chair
• 1 French bed (sized 140x200 cm / 255x78 inches)

MSC's Studios (categories IS-Interior, OS-OceanView, BS-Balcony) are available for booking with single-occupancy rates only.

Handicap|Wheelchair-Accessible Cabins

For passengers with disabilities, MSC Grandiosa has a total of 58 handicap-accessible cabins (25x Inside, 32x Balcony, 1x Deluxe Suite).

Each of the handicapped staterooms features: larger size (compared to the non-accessible counterpart), wider doors (width 35 inches / 0,9 m, sitting-level keycard slot), wider turning spaces (5 ft / 1,5 m), ramped thresholds, beds with open bed frames, lowered vanity in the sitting area, amplified phones, captioned TVs, wider bathrooms (door width 35 inches / 0,9 m, roll-in shower, fold-down shower bench, grab rails, lower sinks and closet rods, raised toilets, hand-held shower head, seat height from the floor 0,4 m).

All ADA cabins also feature a convenient location near the elevators.

The ship's gangways are all wide enough for most types of wheelchairs and disability scooters.

All decks provide elevator access.

All passenger lifts have visual, audio and Braille deck indicators.

During an emergency, dedicated crew personnel helps all disabled guests (also those with reduced mobility) to board the ship's lifeboats.

MSC Grandiosa cabins review

Of all MSC Grandiosa staterooms (2421 total), 1650 are outside, 755 are inside, 60 are ADA-compliant (wheelchair-accessible cabins for passengers with disabilities or reduced mobility). All cruise accommodations have a double bed (convertible to 2 single beds). The number of all cabin categories is 20, including the Wellness (Spa) grades YCW-Deluxe Suite, BW-Balcony, OW-Oceanview, and IW-Inside.

For accommodating more guests (up to 10), the ship offers 3 types of "family cabins", comprising of 2 or 3 modular connecting rooms (and their balconies). These are the categories FPB ("Super Family Plus"), FLA ("Super Family"), and FMB ("Family") balconied staterooms. The MSC ship Grandiosa features 95x Yacht Club Suites (fore-located on decks 14-15-16-18), 8x Duplex Suites (2-level accommodations) 15x Interior Studios (dedicated for solo travelers single cabins without single supplement). Some cabins (including the Studios) are with reduced-size beds (140x200 cm / 255x78 inches).

Follows the review of MSC Grandiosa staterooms as amenities, furniture and included (complimentary) services:

All passenger cabins as amenities offer twin beds (singles convertible to king, or double upon request), leather headboard, bedside tables and wall lamps, pillow menu, smart HDTV (with an interactive TV system, allowing bookings from the cabin, also itinerary/ports of call and tours/excursions information, movies on demand, live webcam views), direct-dial phone (onboard connections only), safe, hairdryer, mini-bar/fridge, closet/wardrobe, sitting/lounge area (mirrored vanity table, chairs), en-suite bathroom (WC, sink, shower), individual air-conditioning (thermostat controlled), Wi-Fi Internet access. All MSC YACHT CLUB cabins additionally have Nespresso machines.

All Suite categories feature larger bathrooms with bathtubs.

Interconnecting "cluster cabins" are specifically designed for large families and family group travel. This new concept allows up to 3 cruise staterooms to be linked together and opened up. Grandiosa ship’s family cabins are in 3 main categories – FAMILY (max occupancy 6 passengers, 2 connecting rooms, 2 baths, 1 balcony), SUPERFAMILY (max occupancy 6 passengers, 2 connecting rooms, 2 baths /1 with bathtub, 2 balconies) and SUPERFAMILY PLUS (max occupancy 10 passengers, 3 connecting rooms, 3 baths, 2 balconies).

Angle Balcony Suites feature larger bathrooms and a veranda with a whirlpool bath. Duplex Suites feature 2 walk-in closets, 2 bathrooms (1 with bathtub, 1 with shower), veranda with a whirlpool bath.

YACHT CLUB Royal Suites feature a spacious veranda (40 m2) with a 6-seat dining table and a whirlpool bath.

MSC "BELLA cabins" are in categories I1-Inside, O1-Oceanview, and B1-Balcony. Booking Bella-class staterooms additionally offer as extra perks: 20-hour gourmet buffet, organized daily scheduled activities, access to a dedicated swimming pool, modern gym, open-air sports facilities, plus earning MSC Club points for more perks on the next cruise.

MSC "FANTASTICA cabins" are in categories I2-Inside, O2-Oceanview, B2-Balcony, and all SuperFamily rooms. Booking Fantastica-class staterooms additionally offer as extra perks: 24-hour room service, 50% discount on fitness classes, specially dedicated to kids activities, free in-room dining (breakfast), free delivery, priority dinner sitting, cooking sessions with the ship’s Master Chef. These higher-grade cabins are with upper deck location and offer easy access to elevators and popular lounges.

MSC "AUREA cabins" are in category B3-Balcony. Booking Aurea-class staterooms additionally offers: a complimentary Aurea Spa package, Thermal Area unlimited access, 60-min massage PP (max 2 per cabin), 20-min Solarium usage, welcome cocktail party, plus priority services (check-in, embarkation, tendering), bathrobes, slippers, luxury spa products, 24-hour unlimited drinks (specialty coffee, wine and beer, cocktails, soft beverages, gelato ice cream).

MSC YACHT CLUB passengers enjoy an exclusive butler service (available 24-hours), dedicated concierge service (24-hour Concierge Reception), all-inclusive dining (a la carte menu, your-time dining in an exclusive gourmet restaurant (TBN), unlimited drinks (from cabin’s mini-bar and in all Yacht Club complex areas), exclusive "The One Sun Deck" (suites-only sundeck area) access, exclusive Top Sail Lounge access. The YACHT CLUB’s exclusive lounge areas are "Top Sail Lounge" (with its own restaurant) and "The One Pool Deck" (swimming pool, whirlpools, sundeck served by its own bar).

MSC’s "Super Family Plus" cabins are category B1-Balcony staterooms (location on decks 9, 10, 11). Facing forward, they interconnect with an interior room and another B1-Balcony (forward location too) making a "Super Family Plus". Some of the aft-location B2-Balcony staterooms (location – decks 9 through 14) have an extra single bed and can be connected to make a "Super Family Plus". When a balcony room is combined with an adjoining interior cabin it becomes a "Superfamily".

Passengers booked in MSC Wellness cabins (IW-Inside, OW-Oceanview, BW-Balcony, and YCW-Yacht Club) receive access to dedicated sports facilities, training equipment, and amenities, along with the personal trainer, personalized fitness program, exclusive fitness-themed excursions, healthy food/drinks, charge-free laundry service (gym wear only).

Note: On decks 13 and 14, balcony cabins colored in pink are the line’s new "wellness" class. In the same class are also the interior staterooms on deck 13, plus 4 outside staterooms on deck 8.

ZOE is MSC's (and cruise industry's first) new in-cabin digital assistant. The technology was developed by Harman International (US-based company, a fully-owned subsidiary of Samsung Electronics).

• ZOE is an artificial intelligence device (voice-enabled, with advanced voice recognition software) available in all passenger staterooms.
• ZOE speaks 7 languages, answer cruise-related questions, provides info on shipboard services-activities-facilities, makes reservations and bookings.
• The digital device features far-field microphones, top-quality speaker, quad-core processor (for fast response times), direct phone connection (through Bluetooth). The system can also upgrade its own database to answer previously unanswerable questions.
• Passenger data (including itinerary/tour and shipboard preferences) is stored in the Cloud Storage system and used on the next scheduled voyage.
• The device (sized ~15 cm) can be activated whenever passengers choose. A waiver must be signed to agree for their personal data to be stored.

Starting with Bellissima (2019), ZOE is available on all newbuild MSC liners and introduced fleetwide over 2019-2024.

MSC Grandiosa cabin and suite plans are property of MSC Cruises . All floor plans are for informational purposes only and CruiseMapper is not responsible for their accuracy.

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