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MSC Seascape Review: What We Think "European Cruising" Actually Means
What does "European cruising" actually mean? Before sailing aboard MSC Seascape, we heard everything from "the food is terrible" to "the ships are beautiful." We boarded with an open mind and came away with a very different perspective. In this honest review, we share what surprised us most about MSC, from the relaxed atmosphere and impressive buffet to the entertainment, dance classes, and little details that set it apart from other cruise lines. If you're considering an MSC cruise and wondering whether it's the right fit for your travel style, here's what we learned after spending a week onboard.
What Our Most Recent Cruise Reminded Us
Every cruise teaches or reminds us something. From weather-related travel delays and dining surprises to the value of slowing down and spending more time on the balcony, here are the lessons we took away from our recent Adventure of the Seas sailing, and the tips we'll carry into future Caribbean cruises.
Our Adventure of the Seas Excursions: St. Croix, St. Maarten, San Juan & Nassau
Our Adventure of the Seas sailing included four very different ports: St. Croix, St. Maarten, San Juan, and Nassau. From breakfast in Old San Juan and a nostalgic America's Cup yacht race to a relaxing beach day in St. Croix and Royal Caribbean's new Royal Beach Club, here's how our family spent each port day and what we'd recommend to fellow cruisers.
Adventure of the Seas Review: A Relaxed Caribbean Cruise with the Right Mix of Ports and Sea Days
Our family recently sailed an 8-night Southern Caribbean itinerary aboard Adventure of the Seas, visiting St. Croix, St. Maarten, San Juan, and Nassau. From sea days spent on the FlowRider and relaxing on our balcony to dining at Giovanni's Table and exploring the ship's hidden gems, here's our honest review and who we think this Royal Caribbean ship is best suited for.
Cruising with Teens: How to Keep Everyone Happy
Cruising with teens comes with a new set of challenges and opportunities. From giving them independence to planning meaningful time together, here’s how to create a family vacation everyone will actually enjoy.
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