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   Yacht Club Duplex Suite with Jacuzzi

• Two-deck high stateroom
• Main level has open living/dining room
• Sofa that converts to double bed
• Second level master bedroom with double bed (can be converted to two singles)
• Air conditioning
• 2 walk-in wardrobes
• 2 bathrooms (one with tub, one with shower)
• Interactive TV
• 2 telephones
• Wifi connection (for a fee)
• Balcony with whirlpool bath.

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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):

• interactive large 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 Deluxe Suite

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

MSC Yacht Club Spa Suite

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

• in-cabin Kinesis equipment by Technogym

MSC Yacht Club Interior Suite

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

• 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)

Duplex Suite with Balcony Jacuzzi

All passengers booked in Duplex Suite accommodations 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 interactive LCD TVs, 2 phones, electronic safe (in the closet), mini-bar
• 2 walk-in wardrobes
• 2 private bathrooms with shower (1 with bathtub)
• private balcony with whirpool hottub
• Priority services (boarding, tendering, dinner seating / at onboard complimentary restaurants)
• 24-hour room service
• Unlimted 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)

Angle-Balcony Premium Suite with Terrace Jacuzzi

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

• interactive TV, phone, electronic safe (in the closet), mini-bar
• 1 queen bed (or 2 single beds / upon request)
• large wardrobe
• private (angle) balcony with whirpool hot tub
• Priority services (boarding, tendering, dinner seating / at onboard complimentary restaurants)
• 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/sundeck access

Super Family 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 nteractive LCD TVs, 3 phones, 3 electronic safes (in the closets), 2 mini-bars
• 3 wardrobes
• 3 private 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 nteractive LCD TVs, 2 phones, 2 electronic safes (in the closets), 2 mini-bars
• 2 wardrobes
• 2 private 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 staterooms receive the following perks (bonus amenities and services):

• private bathroom (with shower)
• private balcony
• 1 queen bed (or 2 single beds / upon request)

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

Depending on Balcony cabin class, 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 mini bar), 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).

Oceanview Cabin

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

• nteractive LCD TV, phone, electronic safe (in the closet), mini-bar

Depending of 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 analyser 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 sport drink per day (in-cabin mini bar), complimentary gym gear laundry service, 1 free souvenir photo.

Interior Cabin

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

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

Studio Single Cabin

All passengers booked in Studios/single-occupancy staterooms receive the following perks (bonus amenities and services):

• wardrobe, vanity table/writing desk with chair
• private bathroom (with shower)
• 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 Meraviglia has a total of 45 handicap-accessible cabins (18x Inside, 26x Balcony, 1x Deluxe Suite).

Follows the complete list of MSC Meraviglia cabins for disabled passengers. They are listed as type and categories, with cabin numbers in brackets:

• Inside rooms: 8049, 8052, 8130, 8182, 9057, 9060, 10053, 10056, 10080, 11053, 11054, 11172, 11192, 12041, 12046, 12158, 12178, 13152, 13162
• Balcony rooms: 8087, 8088, 8089, 8090, 9108, 9110, 9113, 9115, 9134, 9136, 10083, 10085, 10110, 10112, 11091, 11093, 11100, 11102, 12079, 12081, 12088, 12090, 13073, 13075, 13088, 13090
• YC1-Yacht Club Suite: 15039

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 Meraviglia cabins review

Of all MSC Meraviglia cabins, 1587 are outside and 657 are inside. All cruise accommodations have a double bed (convertible to 2 single beds). The number of all cabin categories is 21, 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. A unique feature for an MSC cruise ship, Meraviglia has 8 Duplex Suites (2-level accommodations).

Follows the review of MSC Meraviglia 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, flat HD TV (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 cabin 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. Meraviglia ship’s family cabins are in 3 main categories – FAMILY (max occupancy 6 passengers, 2 connecting rooms, 2 baths, 1 balcony), SUPER FAMILY (max occupancy 6 passengers, 2 connecting rooms, 2 baths /1 with bathtub, 2 balconies) and SUPER FAMILY 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 Cruises “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 Cruises “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 Cruises “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).
• The MSC’s new category “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 coloured 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.

Meraviglia ship's MSC Yacht Club has a total of 78 balcony staterooms (suites) plus 15 inside cabins. Two apartments are with large living room and 2 balconies (with alfresco dining area and whirlpool).

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Everything MSC Meraviglia – Part 4 – Cabins and Experiences Guide

Cabins and Experiences on MSC Meraviglia

We spent a week onboard  MSC Meraviglia  in October 2018. In case you missed it, you can  read our entire live-blog  here .

Since our return, we’ve written some detailed guides for anyone who is considering sailing on  MSC Meraviglia . We’ll cover everything from where to get a drink, see a show, the services onboard to even what your cabin includes!

Our fourth guide shows you the cabins and experiences available on  MSC Meraviglia .

If you have never booked an MSC Cruise before you will find they offer a unique booking experience that other cruise lines don’t offer. After you have decided on your ship and itinerary, you pick a cabin grade that you wish to cruise in (inside, balcony, etc) and then an  experience . The experience ranges from a standard inclusive no-addons  (Bella)  to full spa and all-inclusive drinks  (Aurea Spa)  for the duration of your cruise.

MSC Meraviglia also offers one of the newer experiences that some of the older ships in the fleet don’t have which is called MSC Yacht Club. This is part of the ship which is secluded from the rest of the ship with more luxurious cabins, services and facilities.

Please note, this information was correct as of November 2018 . However, from Summer 2019 the Wellness experience will no longer exist and cabins designed for the Wellness experience will be designated to one of the three other experiences ( Bella , Fantastica or Aurea ), see the deck plan below for details.

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First, we’ll list what is standard in all of the cabins throughout the ship:

• Interactive TV (including safety videos and channels in multiple languages), voyage map and information, show and restaurant reservations, your daily agenda, information about the next port. Movies on demand (chargeable).
• Bedside cabinets with bed light and separate LED reading light
• Wardrobe with several built-in storage drawers and electronic safe.
• Hair dryer (located in the desk drawer)
• Air conditioning controls
• WiFi – for connecting MSC for Me App (free), internet access (chargeable)
• Desk area with drawer, seat and bin, large mirror
• Ice bucket (fillable on request), glasses.
• Do not disturb button
• Make up room button
• Three coat hooks behind the door
• 2 x beach/sunbed towels
• Bathrooms include: Shower, bath towels, storage shelves and cupboard, razor socket, shower and shampoo gel (fixed containers within shower), clothes drying line (located in the shower), hand soap dispenser. Tissues.

Next, onto what cabin types with which experience is available and where you can find them on the ship:

Interior cabin

The interior cabin has an approx area of 16 sq. m (172 sq. foot) and includes two single beds (which can be made into a double on request).

Availability:

• Interior (Bella) – Decks 5, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13 & 14
• Interior (Fantastica) – Decks 10, 11, 12, 13 & 14
• Interior (Wellness) – Deck 13

Total number available: 667

Ocean View cabin

The Ocean View cabins include a porthole-style window that looks out to sea. They have an approx area of 15 sq. m (160 sq. foot) and include a double bed that can be made into two single beds on request. These cabins also include a three-seat sofa (check the deck plans at the bottom for which ones can be made into a bed). The Ocean View cabin also has a large desk area which spans above the minibar and includes a small stool which slides under the desk area.

• Ocean View (Bella) – Decks 5 & 8
• Ocean View (Fantastica) – Decks 5 & 8
• Ocean View (Wellness) – Deck 8

Total number available: 136

Balcony cabin

The Balcony cabins include a spacious balcony, complete with two chairs and a small table outside. The balcony doors slide across (patio-style) and have a child-lock 3/4 of the way up the door. They have an approx area of 19 sq. m (204 sq. foot). This cabin type also includes a three-seat sofa (check the deck plans at the bottom for which ones can be made into a bed). The Balcony cabin also has a large desk area which spans above the minibar and includes a small stool which slides under the desk area.

• Balcony cabin (Bella) – Decks 8, 9, 10, 11, 12 & 13
• Balcony cabin (Fantastica) – Decks 9, 10, 11, 12, 13 & 14
• Balcony cabin (Wellness) – Decks 8, 13 & 14
• Balcony cabin (Aurea) –  Decks 13 & 14

Total number available: 1,274

The Suites are available with the Aurea experience only. They range in size from 27 sq. m (290 sq. foot) to 39 sq. m (420 sq. foot). The Suites offer the same as a Balcony cabin but with a separate lounge/dining area from the bedroom, a larger balcony (usually angled) which also contains its own private whirlpool bath.

• Suites (Aurea) – Decks 9, 10, 11, 12 & 13 (all based forward)

Total number available: 10

Duplex Suites

The Duplex Suites are available with the Aurea experience only. They are 59 sq. m (635 sq. foot) in size over two levels. Downstairs you have a sofa bed, a bathroom with shower and a dining/lounge area, leading out to a large balcony with a private whirlpool bath. Upstairs you have the master bedroom with double bed, full glass window views over your balcony area and there are two walk-in wardrobes and a large bathroom complete with bath.

Availability: 

• Duplex Suites (Aurea) – Decks 9, 10, 12 & 13 (all based forward)

Total number available: 8

MSC Yacht Club suites

The MSC Yacht Club and its suites are all located at the front of the ship from Decks 14 to 18. This area is via keycard access only and also contains the Top Sail Lounge (Deck 16), Top Sail Restaurant (Deck 18), MSC Yacht Club Sundeck & Bar, MSC Yacht Club Grill, Solarium, Pool and whirlpool baths. This area also has its own lift to the MSC Aurea Spa and priority lifts to the rest of the ship.

Interior Suites

These suites are 16 sq. m (170 sq. foot) in size and are available in the MSC Yacht Club only. They include a double bed (which can be made into two singles if requested), a small desk area with large mirror and two chairs.

• Interior Suites (MSC Yacht Club) – Decks 14, 15 & 16

Total number available: 15

Deluxe Suites

The MSC Yacht Club Deluxe Suites are based on the Balcony cabins throughout the rest of the ship. However, they are larger in size at 28 sq. m (300 sq. foot). They offer a double bed (available to be made into singles at request) a larger lounge area, with a two-seat sofa, tables and two chairs, Large desk area with large mirror and large flatscreen TV, bathroom with large shower and area. Plus, a large balcony with two chairs and a table. Additionally, a Nespresso-type machine is located in your suite.

• Deluxe Suites (MSC Yacht Club) – Decks 14, 15, 16 & 18

Total number available: 75

Wellness Deluxe Suites

The MSC Yacht Club Wellness Deluxe Suites are the same as the Deluxe Suites but offer an in-room TechnoGym Kinesis; enabling you to work out in the comfort of your suite. These suites will no longer be available after Summer 2019 and will be converted to Deluxe Suites.

• Wellness Deluxe Suites (MSC Yacht Club) – Deck 14

Total number available: 2

Royal Suites

The MSC Yacht Club Royal Suites are the grandest suites on MSC Meraviglia . They are 56 sq. m (624 sq. foot) in size. They offer a double bed (which can be converted into singles if requested), a large dining/lounge area, large corner balcony with private whirlpool bath and seating area. Nespresso-type machine and walk-in wardrobe.

• Royal Suites (MSC Yacht Club) – Deck 15

Cabins for guests with reduced mobility or disabilities

Throughout MSC Meraviglia there are 54 cabins (32 Balcony / 22 Interior) and 1 Deluxe Suite (MSC Yacht Club) which are slightly larger than the rest for people with disabilities or reduced mobility. These are part of the cabins above and not separate. They include a larger cabin and bathroom door width, larger floor area around the cabin, grab rails on the toilet and a fold-down seat in the shower. Please see the deck plans for the location of these cabins.

Cabins for families

Throughout MSC Meraviglia there are 85 cabins available for families, these are part of the cabins listed above and not separate. They are capable of accommodating up to 10 people in comfort by connecting two or three cabins together (Balcony, Ocean View or Interior). They are only available with the Fantastica experience. Please see the deck plans below for details of these cabins.

All MSC Meraviglia bathrooms (apart from the suites and some disabled cabins) look like the following:

Experiences

After you have picked your cabin type, you need to pick an  experience type. The MSC Experiences available on MSC Meraviglia are as follows:

Bella Experience

This is the default experience type. It includes all your food from the buffet and dining rooms for the entire voyage (but not the speciality restaurants or room service items). It also doesn’t include drinks or anything from your minibar. But drinks from the self-service area in the buffet are free, as is water in the restaurants. It also includes the gym (but not spa), all your shows and entertainment and the kids’ clubs. Finally, it also includes indoor and outdoor pools and whirlpool baths.

Fantastica Experience

The  Fantastica  experience offers everything in the  Bella  and better cabin locations, free room-service breakfast (no charge or delivery fee), free room service delivery (the food is still chargeable), additional kids club classes, priority choice of dinner setting (early or late), 50% discount on fitness classes and personal trainer discount and one complimentary photo taken during the Mediterranean night for each guest in the cabin.

Wellness Experience

The  Wellness  experience offers everything the  Fantastica  experience offers and in addition a 1:1 health check-up exclusive Wellness shore activities and one compliment fitness class per day, one sports drink per day in your minibar, unlimited water in your cabin, restaurants and buffet, Welcome Wellness kit in your cabin (T-Shirt, shorts, sports towel and wellness device), inclusive laundry service for your gym gear, tailored fitness programme and a complimentary group photo of everyone else on the  Wellness  experience!

The  Wellness experience will be phased out on MSC Meraviglia from Summer 2019 when the new deck plans come into effect (see the bottom of the post for further details).

Aurea Experience

The  Aurea  package is the top package available on  MSC Meraviglia  it includes all the benefits of the  Bella  and the  Fantastica  packages and also the standard unlimited drinks package, full unlimited access to Top 19 the Exclusive Solarium sundeck with private whirlpool (see our  deck by deck guide  for details on this), a wellness package which includes one massage of your choice from the spa menu, tanning shower, spa welcome cocktail, private wellness consultation and full access to the MSC Aurea Spa thermal area (sauna, steam room and many others), a Med by MSC room diffuser (100ml), bathrobe and slippers in your cabin, priority boarding on your embarkation day, free choice of dining (just turn up between 6.30pm and 9.30pm to dine in the Panorama Restaurant).

MSC Yacht Club

The MSC Yacht Club is the most luxurious way to travel onboard MSC Meraviglia . Comprising of a separate set of areas at the front of the ship, with keycard-only access this experience is becoming rapidly popular with MSC passengers.

It offers everything the  Aurea experience offers along with:

• Dedicated priority check-in and check-out
• Butler service available 24 hours
• Dedicated concierge 24 hours a day
• Relaxation amenities in each suite (including bathrobe and slippers)
• Unlimited drinks in all MSC Yacht Club areas including the mini-bar in your suite. Unlimited deluxe beverage selection will also be available in all bars and restaurants of the ship according to the drink selection available in each venue.
• Free Thermal Suite and direct private lift to the MSC Aurea Spa
• 24-hour room service (delivery is free)
• Gourmet dining in the private MSC Yacht Club restaurant; free choice of dining time during restaurant opening hours
• Dedicated exclusive Sun Deck with pool, whirlpool, solarium and bar
• Panoramic Top Sail Lounge with bar, afternoon tea service and light food service 20 hours a day
• Live music available every night in the Top Sail Lounge

MSC Yacht Club is in high demand, so much so that MSC Cruises are building four MSC Yacht Club only cruise ships in the next few years.

Please note you can purchase the drinks packages, spa packages and access to the Top 19 deck individually before you sail with any package. You can also book these onboard, but they will be more expensive and possibly have a 15% service charge added. Check the MSC website for details.

• MSC Meraviglia deck plans (from Summer 2019) [MSC Website]
• MSC Experiences comparison table [pdf]
• MSC Yacht Club benefits on MSC Meraviglia [pdf]
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We hope you enjoyed this guide! In our next guide, we’ll be covering all the included dining options available whilst sailing on  MSC Meraviglia .

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MSC YACHT CLUB

Step into the MSC Yacht Club, an exclusive private sanctuary. Here, you can discover elegance with luxury suites offering a 24/7 butler service. Enjoy curated menus in a private restaurant, and unwind on the secluded pool deck. An elevated experience awaits you on a vacation that’s a step above.

Step into the MSC Yacht Club, an exclusive private sanctuary available to you on MSC Cruises. Here, you can discover elegance with luxury suites offering a 24/7 butler service. Enjoy curated menus in a private restaurant, and unwind on the secluded pool deck. An elevated experience awaits you on a vacation that’s a step above.

WELCOME TO A WORLD OF LUXURY

Experience unparalleled service from the moment you check in. Gain access to priority embarkation and disembarkation, your own concierge team, a dedicated butler available 24/7, and premier room service delivered to you at any hour.

Enjoy access to areas that are exclusive for MSC Yacht Club guests during your cruise vacation. Delight in fine dining at our dedicated restaurant, unwind on a private sun deck, and admire captivating sunsets from the Top Sail Lounge.

When you choose MSC Yacht Club, you unlock unique exclusives, all-inclusive packages, and VIP access available only to you including entry to Ocean House Beach on Ocean Cay MSC Marine Reserve, our private island in the Bahamas.

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Step into a world where your suite is just the beginning and where every detail is meticulously attended to.

AT YOUR SERVICE

Our butlers are prepared to meet your needs, whether that be bringing a late-night treat-or turning down your room. From the minute you step on board, your dedicated butler will be by your side for a memorable experience.

Ask your MSC Yacht Club concierge to secure the best reservations at all our incredible venues, including specialty restaurants, and consider it done. Revel in VIP seating for entertainment, partake in private shopping trips, and enjoy curated excursions.

Your journey with us is tailored to perfection, guaranteeing every moment is marked by exceptional comfort and convenience.

EXTRA TOUCHES

Allow our dedicated MSC Yacht Club team to bring your ultimate cruise vacation to life. We prioritize every detail, from the perfect pillow selection from our exclusive Dorelan® menu to a fully stocked personalized mini bar at your fingertips.

Any questions you may have can always be answered by our 24-hour concierge service, available to you from the moment you step on board.

EXCLUSIVITY AWAITS

Immerse yourself in elegant spaces and experience elevated design in a beautiful setting.

TOP SAIL LOUNGE  

The Top Sail Lounge is the ultimate place to rest and relax after shore excursions or days at sea. Throughout the day, take in crystal-clear panoramic views of the ocean while enjoying crafted drinks, gourmet finger foods, and desserts. At night, relish in exclusive access to live music and after-dinner drinks.   

When you visit the Top Sail Lounge, you'll have the time to unwind and watch the world sail by.

PRIVATE SOLARIUM

Recharge on a sundeck featuring dipping pools and whirlpool baths where you can cool off and lounge for total relaxation. Take in the sun and the ocean breeze with your preferred poolside beverage delivered right to your chair.

YACHT CLUB RESTAURANT 

With a dedicated restaurant on each ship, the MSC Yacht Club offers an elevated menu. Enjoy fine dining served with five-star service and a selection of beverages and wines from around the world.  

You can savor the finest flavors in a space meant for you—no reservations needed.

MSC YACHT CLUB’S OCEAN HOUSE

The MSC Yacht Club experience continues on land at the private Ocean House Beach on Ocean Cay MSC Marine Reserve. A serene space with ocean views, beachfront cabanas, and complimentary amenities.

COMFORT AWAITS

MSC Yacht Club offers guests luxurious onboard accommodations for the ultimate in comfort. Explore our wide range of staterooms to enhance your MSC Cruises luxury experience.

The Owner's Suites feature a spacious living area, a walk-in closet, a large balcony with a private whirlpool, and a panoramic glass wall. 

Every Royal Suite has a separate living area and all the comforts you would expect in first-class accommodations. 

These two-deck suites offer a separate living space with a double sofa bed, walk-in closet, and a balcony with a private whirlpool. 

These suites are ideal for families with children. They come with a separate sitting area and a bathroom with a bathtub.

These suites have also their own private balcony and all the comforts you expect in first-class accommodations. 

Guests on our newest ships can enjoy all the comforts of the MSC Yacht Club with an interior suite.

ALL-INCLUSIVE, ALL THE TIME

PREMIUM BEVERAGE PACKAGE

Our Premium Extra Package is included as an MSC Yacht Club benefit. Delight in a wide selection of beers, cocktails, wines, top-shelf liquor, and an array of non-alcoholic beverages.

HIGH-SPEED INTERNET

Stay connected with a premium internet package from anywhere on board, an exclusive benefit for guests. Unlimited Wi-Fi allows you to browse on up to two devices.

THERMAL SPA ACCESS

Experience ultimate pampering at the MSC Aurea Spa, where you can enjoy complimentary access to the serene Thermal Suite, enhanced further by an exclusive 10% discount on all treatments.

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Discover the best of both worlds as a guest of MSC Yacht Club. Enjoy VIP access to amenities throughout

your journey, from dining to captivating entertainment, while experiencing the personalized touch that

extends from your suite to every corner of the ship.

SIGNATURE DINING

Savor the flavors of exquisite specialty restaurants such as Butcher's Cut, Kaito Sushi & Teppanyaki, HOLA Tacos, and Ocean Cay.

Elevate your dining experience with exclusive perks like priority reservation times, premium seating, and the luxury of a personal butler escort if you choose.

TOP-TIER ENTERTAINMENT

As an MSC Yacht Club guest, there’s always more to discover. Get priority access to our show-stopping Broadway and Vegas-style shows brought to you by Carousel Productions at Sea.

Plus, you can always explore the myriad of entertainment areas on board, from thrilling water parks to trying your luck at the state-of-the-art MSC Casino.

PREMIUM WELLNESS

Unleash your active side by checking out our sports facilities, including outdoor walking tracks, basketball courts, and a fully-equipped gym boasting Technogym® equipment.  

For those seeking an even more tailored experience, indulge in specialty classes and personal training sessions, reserved by your MSC Yacht Club concierge team.

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CABINS & SUITES

• Surface area approx. 17-56 m², balcony (if available) approx. 5-15 m², deck 9-18.
• Luxurious suites with premium interiors
• Some Suites have a private balcony with a whirlpool bath
• Spacious wardrobe
• Bathroom with bathtub and/or shower
• Separate living and dining area
• Comfortable double bed or two single beds (on request)
• Wi-Fi connection included
• Interactive TV, air conditioning, telephone, safe and minibar

Choose the type of Suite that suits you best:

• Royal Suite MSC Yacht Club (surface area approx. 62 m², balcony approx. 33 m², deck 15)
• MSC Yacht Club Duplex Suite with Jacuzzi (surface area approx. 59 m², balcony approx. 23 m², deck 9-12)
• Deluxe Suite MSC Yacht Club (surface area approx. 26-29 m², balcony approx. 5-15 m², deck 16-18)
• MSC Yacht Club Interior Suite (surface area approx. 21 m², deck 16-18)

Discover a world of privileges with MSC Yacht Club including:

• 24-Hour Butler service and dedicated concierge
• Premium Extra Drink and Internet packages included
• Complimentary Access to the Thermal Suite in the MSC Aurea SPA
• Balinese massage package and Specialty restaurants package, available up to 2 days prior to embarkation; 10% discount on all spa treatments purchased on board
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• Surface approx. 27-39 sqm, large balcony approx 26-36 sqm with its own private whirlpool bath, deck 9-13
• Spacious Wardrobe. 
• Setting Area with double sofa bed. 
• Bathroom with shower, vanity area with hairdryers.
• Double bed can be converted into two single beds (on request). 
• Interactive TV, telephone and safe. 
• Wifi connection available (for a fee).
• Mini bar. Air conditioning.

Choose the Suite that best suits you:

• Grand Suite Aurea with terrace and whirlpool (surface approx. 39 sqm, large balcony approx 36 sqm, deck 12) Premium Suite Aurea with terrace and whirlpool (surface approx. 27 sqm, with balcony approx 26-30 sqm, deck 9-13)

Size, layout and furniture may vary that shown (within the same cabin category). The image is representative only.

• Surface approx 12-22 sqm, balcony approx 2-14 sqm
• Sitting area with sofa 
• Comfortable double or single beds (on request)
• Interactive TV, telephone, Wifi connection available (for a fee), safe and minibar
• Bathroom with shower or bathtub , vanity area with hairdryer 

Choose the cabin type that best suits you:

• Balcony Aurea  (best ship position, surface approx 17 sqm,  deck 10-13)
• Premium Balcony (surface approx 22 sqm,  deck 10-14)
• Deluxe Balcony (surface approx 17 sqm, deck 8-14)
• Deluxe Balcony with Partial View (surface approx 17-20 sqm,  deck 8-14)
• Studio Balcony (single use, surface approx 12 sqm,  deck 13-14)

*Including cabins for guests with disabilities or reduced mobility, which are larger. The image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same cabin category).

• Surface approx. 12-22 sqm,  deck 5-11
• Window with sea view  
• Relaxing armchair 
• Bathroom with shower, vanity area with hairdryer 
• Premium Ocean view (surface approx 22 sqm,  deck 9-11) Deluxe Ocean View (surface approx 16 sqm, Deck 5)  Junior Ocean View (surface approx 12 sqm, Deck 8)  Junior Ocean View with obstructed view (surface approx 12 sqm, Deck 8) 

The image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same cabin category).

• Surface approx.  12-22 sqm,  deck 5-14
• Relaxing armchair
• Bathroom with shower, vanity area and hairdryer
• Comfortable double or single beds (on request) 
• Deluxe Interior (surface approx.  17-22  sqm, deck 5-14 )
• Studio Interior (single use, surface approx.  12 sqm,  deck 5-1 4)

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MSC Meraviglia review: What it's like to cruise on MSC's 1st New York-based ship

For the first time, MSC Cruises has based a ship in New York. Given that the vessel, MSC Meraviglia, is the fifth-largest in the line's fleet of two dozen ships in terms of tonnage and the sixth-largest by passenger capacity, the ship's presence in the Big Apple is a big deal. As one colleague astutely pointed out, when it's docked there, it's the largest hotel in the city .

I recently sailed on MSC Meraviglia out of its Red Hook homeport in Brooklyn, and I have mixed feelings. Overall, the ship is lively and aesthetically beautiful. Its specialty restaurants and nightly shows are some of the most consistently superb on any vessel, and it offers one heck of a luxury product in its Yacht Club suite enclave .

However, passenger flow is an issue, with many public spaces so crowded they're uncomfortable, and service is painfully slow in some bars and restaurants. You'll likely end up paying a lot more than you originally planned because some of the most enticing things to do come with added fees. And, as my travel companion so succinctly put it, I've never been told "no" so many times on a cruise.

Here, I'll take you through some of the activities I tried, the places I ate and the experience I had so you can better determine if MSC Meraviglia is right for your next voyage.

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Overview of MSC Meraviglia

MSC Cruises' Meraviglia was the first in the line's Meraviglia Class of ships. When it debuted in 2017, it became the line's largest vessel, with space for up to 5,655 people at capacity (4,475 at double occupancy). It has since been overtaken, in terms of passenger capacity, by subsequent vessels in the Meraviglia Class, as well as those in the World Class.

The ship exudes the same glitz that's typical of other MSC vessels, despite its mass-market appeal and penchant for attracting budget travelers. Lavish artwork, chrome accents and bold jewel tones convey a sense of opulence throughout public spaces, and no ship in the fleet would be complete without an atrium staircase adorned with thousands of Swarovski crystals.

Like MSC's other modern ships, MSC Meraviglia has an extra-fee chocolate shop on board — this one through a partnership with chocolatier and pastry chef Jean-Philippe Maury — where you can purchase chocolate, macarons, candy and specialty coffees.

There's also a sizable water park on the top deck, a shopping mall-style promenade area and several decks of cabins that are part of the line's Yacht Club, which affords passengers exclusive access to a dedicated restaurant, lounge, bar and pool deck just for them, as well as butler service.

What I loved about MSC Meraviglia

Largely, my onboard experience was great. Crew members were friendly, my cabin was comfortable, and the daily activity options were plentiful, varied and fun. At night, most shows fell into the "excellent" category, and the food in every extra-fee restaurant and the Yacht Club was phenomenal.

Specialty dining

MSC's food consistently receives less-than-stellar reviews from passengers, particularly regarding the line's complimentary dining experiences. Much of the main dining room fare is indeed so-so — palatable but largely underseasoned and mass-produced, so that it often looks like it's been sitting under a heat lamp when it reaches you. Food in the buffet is varied and tasty, but it can also become repetitive after a week, and the space is frequently crowded and confusing to navigate.

So why am I including food under the "what I loved" category? I think that MSC's alternative, for-fee restaurants — including the ones on MSC Meraviglia — are some of the best. If you're willing to shell out the money, you can have a fantastic meal on this ship.

Of the ship's specialty restaurants, my favorites are Hola! Tacos & Cantina and Kaito Teppanyaki.

Even though Hola! levies extra charges, passengers have the option of paying a la carte for items individually priced as low as $2.95 or paying $17.99 for unlimited menu items. The salsa and guacamole are wonderful, the tortilla soup always hits the spot for me, and the tacos are small, so you'll be able to try several to find your favorite without feeling overstuffed.

If you know me, you know the fact that I'm recommending Kaito Teppanyaki is shocking. I'm notoriously not a fan of this type of cooking, particularly when it comes with a side of cringeworthy performances by the chefs. However, the food there on MSC Meraviglia was so great that I didn't mind the cook's jokes.

The MSC Yacht Club is a private section on select MSC ships that offers cabins across several categories, including suites. Passengers booked in those cabins have special keycard access to a dedicated guest services and concierge desk; an exclusive pool, sun deck, lounge and bar (with free drinks); and complimentary anytime dining at a special restaurant just for Yacht Club cruisers.

Cabins are outfitted with higher-quality materials and furnishings, and each comes with the services of a butler. Meri was mine, and she was the best. She was able to make dining and spa reservations for me, escort me to priority seating in the theater for nightly shows and have crackers and green apples delivered to my cabin when the second night's rough seas made me feel seasick.

I absolutely loved the special touches MSC provides to Yacht Club passengers, including a special afternoon tea service and a private, intimate final-night performance by Lorraine Crosby — the female vocalist from Meat Loaf's "I'd Do Anything for Love (But I Won't Do That)" — who sometimes makes guest appearances on board. (She also put on two larger shows for the entire ship earlier in the sailing.) Additionally, I had access to Yacht Club perks at private island Ocean Cay Marine Reserve , including dedicated trams, a shaded waiting area with cold water and access to a private beach and restaurant.

Although the Yacht Club comes at a premium — at the time of publication, rooms on MSC Meraviglia started at $1,199 per person for a Yacht Club inside cabin on a six-night Bermuda sailing — fares include drinks and tips, along with Venchi pillow chocolates, free room service and minibar selections, plus one round of in-cabin snacks and a choice of one bottle of vodka, gin or whiskey delivered to your room. (I normally drink rum, and they were able to substitute it for me, even though it's not one of the spirits normally offered.)

Above all, the most valuable component of the Yacht Club for me on this sailing was the ability to escape the general chaos that is the rest of the ship. Don't get me wrong: I immersed myself in the buzz outside of the Yacht Club as often as possible, but as an introvert who dislikes crowds and noise more and more the older she gets, I found it essential to have a separate area to which I could retreat.

Galleria Meraviglia

One of the most fun and flashy locations on MSC Meraviglia cruises is the Galleria Meraviglia, a central indoor walkway similar to the Royal Promenade on Royal Caribbean ships. It's a long space flanked by bars, restaurants and shops with a feel similar to a shopping mall. However, the highlight for me is the giant LED screen, which runs the length of the space and hosts what the line calls "dome shows."

During these shows, themed scenes — including deck plans for the muster drill, dinosaurs and volcanos during the "Jurassic" dome show and even famous ceilings — appear overhead. They're the metaphorical heartbeat of the ship, and you can't help but stop to watch.

The nearby chocolateria, Jean-Philippe Chocolate & Cafe, is an excellent place to grab a cuppa, and the adjacent Meraviglia Bar & Lounge is home to trivia, live music and more. Mix in a shore excursion desk; shops that sell high-end jewelry and purses; a counter serving for-fee gelato, crepes and smoothies; and Hola! Tacos & Cantina (one of the best Mexican restaurants at sea), and Galleria Meraviglia feels like the place to be.

There's little I enjoy more than a relaxing arcade day , and MSC delivers with its Sportplex gaming complex. It features a small traditional arcade with air hockey, alien shooter games and first-person driving games, as well as prize machines; several immersive virtual-reality pods (most of which were down for maintenance during my sailing); two Formula One racing simulators; a 4D cinema where several players attempt to take out zombies and killer clowns; and a sports court that hosts basketball, pickleball, dodgeball and other activities.

But my ultimate favorite was the bowling alley. My travel companion and I inexplicably wound up in Sportplex after dinner on formal night. We played for half an hour — enough time for two games if it's only two people and you move quickly — and were ultimately joined by the Yacht Club director, Craig (who won easily). It was a ton of fun, but I don't recommend bowling in a ballgown.

The drawback is that, like lots of other cool pastimes on MSC Meraviglia, it all costs extra (except for sports court use). The arcade charges per game with the tap of your keycard. The simulators can be purchased on a per-ride basis, and bowling is charged in chunks of either 30 or 60 minutes.

To save money, passengers can purchase packages where you get a certain dollar amount free. (For example, if you prepurchase $150 worth of gaming credits, your card will be loaded with $220.)

What I didn't love about MSC Meraviglia

As with all things, in travel we take the bad with the good. While most experiences on this sailing fell in the latter category, it wouldn't be a fair review without calling attention to the things that I think the line needs to address.

The departure port

When MSC first announced that MSC Meraviglia would be sailing from New York, the ship's homeport was Manhattan. I groaned when I heard its docking spot had changed to the Brooklyn Cruise Terminal in Brooklyn's Red Hook neighborhood.

Brooklyn's terminal is difficult to reach, particularly if you don't have a car. Anyone venturing to the port from Manhattan will need to take the subway, followed by a ferry — not an easy feat if you're toting luggage. Park-and-ride-style buses also seemed to be an option, according to several passengers on my sailing who arrived from outside of the city. If you're like me and decide to drive to the port, know that parking is at a premium, and fees are steep. (At $45 per night, I paid $360 to park there for eight nights.)

Waits on embarkation day are another concern. When I arrived, lines snaked outside the terminal and down the sidewalk in front of the building. I had multiple passengers throughout my voyage tell me that they waited between two and three hours in line to board the vessel.

It's unclear whether the terminal is ill-equipped to deal with passenger flow for such a large ship or if MSC hasn't quite brought its embarkation processes up to speed, but if you don't have priority boarding privileges, either through a high loyalty status tier or a Yacht Club booking, expect the process to take a while.

On the plus side, you'll have great views of the Statue of Liberty as you sail away, assuming the weather isn't rainy or foggy.

At 19 decks, MSC Meraviglia is huge. On my voyage, the ship was only sailing at about half capacity (about 3,000 passengers out of a possible 5,655, or 53%). However, a perfect storm of events converged to create a situation that was less than pleasant for anyone not booked in a Yacht Club cabin.

A large group booking of about 1,000 people overtook many of the public areas on a daily basis, which drew complaints from cruisers who weren't in the group. For example, trivia was standing-room-only on several days, and the buffet was so continuously crowded that I ate there only twice on the entire voyage.

Additionally, it rained during our first two days on board — embarkation day and the following sea day — meaning that the ship's outdoor spaces weren't utilized. Because everyone was stuck inside, the ship felt even more crowded. (I shudder to imagine what it would have been like if the ship had been sailing completely full.)

Although the weather certainly isn't the cruise line's fault, it seems that the ship should be better equipped to deal with situations where passengers are stuck inside. I also thought that, perhaps, the large group booking was a one-off and that it wouldn't be the norm on other sailings. However, I spoke with one of the officers on board who told me that the cruise line is actively recruiting similar large group bookings.

One of the biggest contributing factors was the ship's layout and flow. Some areas lead to dead ends, while others force you to enter busy areas — like the massive Marketplace Buffet — to find stairs to go up or down a deck. In several bars and lounges in the main atrium, tables and chairs are scattered so close to the main staircase that it's difficult for two-way passenger traffic to move through the space.

The feeling of overcrowding was exacerbated by service inconveniences like long waits for drinks, meals and elevators.

Confusing policies and procedures

Some of the things MSC does truly confuse me, and they began almost immediately after boarding.

When cruises first returned following the 18-month COVID-19 pandemic shutdown, many lines decided to go digital with their muster drills. Passengers watched videos on their mobile apps or on their cabin TVs before reporting, at their leisure (to maintain social distancing), to their muster stations for verification. MSC has chosen to institute a bizarre version where all passengers watch a video and then report to their muster stations at the same time.

If everyone is going to the same place at the same time, why not do the muster drill in person? On the flip side, if you're going to make people watch a video instead of doing a live demonstration, why make everyone go to their stations simultaneously? The process creates a chaotic environment where, in my case, people were required to walk into the theater, do a lap around it (for reasons nobody ever actually explained) and immediately exit again.

Speaking of the theater, no drinks are allowed in there, which is odd, given that all other cruise lines allow passengers to order drinks during shows or at least carry them in with them to enjoy while they watch. We saw several surprised cruisers being told they had to dump their beverages or drink them before they'd be allowed inside.

The drink situation gets worse when you try to order cocktails in the ship's restaurants. When I did so in one of the main dining rooms, I was told that only wine was available. When I visited the alternative eateries, I was told I could only order from what was on the menu, some of which wasn't included with the beverage package. What's the point of selling pricey beverage packages (which can cost more than $70 per person, per day, for the most expensive) if there are so many exclusions?

Specialty coffee from the onboard chocolate shop also isn't included with the packages, nor are coffees on private island Ocean Cay, which leads me to my next head-scratcher. I had the single best coffee drink of my life when we called on Ocean Cay. The Coco-Nilla Latte is espresso, vanilla flavoring and coconut milk, and I loved it so much that I tried to have it replicated on board.

I went to three of the ship's regular bars, each of which is equipped to make espresso that's included in the line's beverage packages, as well as the specialty coffee bar at the for-fee chocolate shop. At each location, I was given some sort of excuse:

"We don't have vanilla syrup at this bar."

"We don't have coconut milk here."

"Oh, those are only made at Ocean Cay."

It's likely if this happened on a ship in any other fleet, the response would have been, "We don't have the ingredients, but let me see if we can find them."

The crew culture on MSC Meraviglia seems to be one that either doesn't encourage them or doesn't allow them to go the extra mile. My request wasn't a lavish one; vanilla syrup and coconut milk are standard accouterments at most cafes on land. The ship has a passenger-to-crew ratio of 3:1, which is better than that of other cruise lines with fares at a similar price point, so I don't feel like I'm asking too much from an affordable cruise line.

I must also mention some weird food-related practices I saw on board. Both times I ate at the Marketplace Buffet, I witnessed crew members stopping adults from taking food from a particular section of kid-friendly foods. "No, those are for children only," a crew member behind the counter told a parent who was trying to grab dessert for his son, who was outside by the pool.

"You mean I can't take this out to my kid?" the guy asked in shock. The crew member told him he would have to go to the pool, get his son, bring him inside and have him pick out the dessert, which he grudgingly did. But talk about a disruptive experience.

On the other occasion, I saw a couple of adults eyeing the chicken nuggets that were on offer. They were forbidden by a crew member from taking any. I have never seen something so absurd on a sailing in my life. Children aren't the only ones who enjoy chicken nuggets, nor are they the ones who pay the cruise fares. Adults, whether they have kids on board or not, should be allowed to eat whatever they wish from the buffet that they paid for — even if it comes from the children's menu.

Another head-scratcher is you might still have to pay a supplement to eat in certain restaurants, even if you booked a dining package that includes a set number of specialty restaurants for a set fee. It depends on what you order.

For example, I had a dining package, but when I dined at Kaito Teppanyaki, the waiter informed me that there would be an extra $10 surcharge to order the Geisha and Samurai options and a $30 upcharge for the Emperor option. Again, what's the point of selling dining packages if they don't cover what they're supposed to?

Additionally, on a ship of 3,000 people, MSC Meraviglia had only one of four main dining rooms open for lunch on a rainy sea day when everyone was stuck inside. It was open for one measly hour, from noon to 1 p.m. I saw the hours posted as I was passing by the line that was quickly forming, so I decided to eat there to evaluate the situation. Spoiler alert: It wasn't great.

Finally, MSC Meraviglia's sports equipment is kept under actual lock and key. You have to sign out everything from pickleball paddles to basketballs for use on the indoor sports court and volleyballs for the pits on Ocean Cay. However, when I tried to sign out a basketball during posted rental hours, the person working told me no and offered no explanation. When I checked with guest services, they told me that shouldn't have happened. But it did. Twice.

On a separate occasion, when my travel companion and I showed up for scheduled volleyball time, the attendant cut the game off at 45 minutes because he said he had to leave. When we asked if we could keep the ball to continue playing, he refused. There seems to be no flexibility, and staff members are not empowered to deviate from protocol on the fly, even when it makes sense.

Most cruise lines' ships have unmonitored equipment available for passengers to use when the courts are open. It's often stored in unlocked chests that passengers can access at any time. Sign-out, which seems like an unnecessary step, is not required with most other cruise lines, which brings me to this: To quote one of my TPG colleagues when she referenced an MSC sailing on a different ship, "I have never said, 'No other cruise line does it like this,' as much as I did on [my cruise]. And it wasn't a good thing."

MSC Meraviglia cabins and suites

MSC bookings can be confusing for first-timers because, in addition to selecting a cabin type (inside, outside, balcony or suite), passengers must also choose from one of three experience packages. Dubbed Bella, Fantastica and Aurea, they all come with different perks and inclusions, as noted below.

Bella: This is the most basic, bare-bones package. It includes accommodations, free meals in the main dining rooms and buffet, and free daily activities and nightly entertainment. Passengers with this package will be assigned to set-seating dining times after they board. They also will be charged for any room service orders, as well as changes to their cruise booking reservations.

Fantastica: This package includes everything listed under the Bella package, plus the ability to change sailing date reservations one time for free, complimentary delivery of room service breakfast and the ability to choose a preferred set-seating dining time for dinner prior to embarkation.

Aurea: Aurea comes with everything in the Bella and Fantastica packages, as well as free access to the ship's top-deck Solarium area, a welcome package that includes prosecco and chocolates, anytime dining (go whenever you want with no set seating time), a 10% discount on spa treatments, priority boarding and free 24-hour room service (not just at breakfast).

MSC Meraviglia houses 2,244 rooms in various types with several configurations, some of which sleep more than two passengers. Of those staterooms, 55 are accessible for cruisers with mobility issues. In those cabins, passengers will find additional space for maneuvering things like wheelchairs and scooters, as well as zero-entry door thresholds and shower grab bars. (Theaters and most public areas are also accessible, but unfortunately, I didn't see a single lift at any of the ship's four pools.)

Cabin types are the standard ones found on just about all cruise ships: inside or interior (no windows or balcony), outside or ocean-view (a window or porthole that doesn't open), balcony or verandah (a sliding glass door that opens onto a small balcony, usually with chairs and a small table) and suite (cabins with balconies and more square footage and/or special perks like those afforded in the Yacht Club).

On my Meraviglia sailing, I was booked in an MSC Yacht Club Deluxe Suite — a balcony cabin in the Yacht Club suite area — on Deck 18. At about 280 square feet, plus an additional 54 square feet of balcony space, the room felt generously sized for two people. (Note: Yacht Club has all types of cabins, from insides all the way up through massive Royal Suites and two-deck duplexes.)

The room was furnished with a king-size bed that converts into two twins on request, a couch and a desk/vanity area. It featured a closet and cabinet space for storage and an en suite bathroom.

Standard amenities included a hair dryer and a TV (with a random smattering of TV channels, for-fee movies and ship-created programs like jewelry and port seminars and navigational information). My cabin had several electrical outlets, including three 110-volt North American outlets, three 220-volt European outlets and one USB port at the desk/vanity area. One USB port is not enough, and there were no outlets near the bed, which was frustrating.

Special for Yacht Club guests, the suite was equipped with a Nespresso machine, free minibar drinks restocked daily (including bottled water, San Pellegrino, juices, flavored iced teas, soda and beer), one complimentary round of snacks (Toblerone chocolate, Pringles and mixed nuts) and a choice of one complimentary bottle of spirits (whiskey, gin or vodka).

My cabin came with a pillow menu, which I only discovered after two nights of neck pain, thanks to mismatched pillows. The bed was topped with a memory foam mattress, which was like sleeping on a cloud.

Closets in my cabin were just the right size for two people. There were two, one with a bar to hang clothes and another with cubbies for shoes, intimates and the cabin safe. I did find the closets' location in a small enclave that led to the bathroom a bit awkward.

Underbed storage was perfect for hiding empty suitcases. Bathrobes and slippers were provided, and I made good use of both when I went for a massage at the spa.

Cabin bathrooms in the Yacht Club are stocked with MSC's own brand of toiletries, including shampoo, conditioner, body wash, lotion, bar soap, a shower cap and sewing kit. Fluffy white towels and elevated fixtures like marble countertops and floors and showers with both standard and rainfall showerheads add to the air of elegance.

However, some of that was offset by the fact that the shower in my bathroom had no lip, so water leaked all over the first time I used it. Each time after, I put towels outside the door to sop up the mess. The toilet also often smelled like sewage, even when not in use.

The storage space for toiletries could also have been more generous. There were only two small metal shelves, which weren't enough for two people's things. The rest had to be stored inside cabinets where the garbage can was located.

Gratuities, room service and premium alcohol and Wi-Fi packages are included in all Yacht Club fares. You do not need to purchase add-ons or pay added fees like you would in cabins outside the Yacht Club.

A Yacht Club booking also entitles you to priority embarkation, disembarkation and tender access; 24-hour butler and concierge services; complimentary spa thermal suite access; luggage unpacking and repacking services; daily newspaper delivery and one free pre-cruise booking change.

I made good use of the free Wi-Fi inclusion (for two devices per person). The free room service was handy when I just had to order late-night pizza. Plus, the priority boarding perk meant we went from shore to ship in less than 10 minutes while other passengers waited two to three hours in rainy conditions to embark.

My butler, Meri, went above and beyond to help me make spa and specialty restaurant reservations, and she met us each evening to escort us to dinner and to the theater, where reserved Yacht Club seating was waiting. She did her job superbly, but I generally like to do things for myself. Having someone else handling the minutia felt frivolous and unnecessary; it took a few days for me to acclimate.

Concierge service was generally good. However, on the first day, when I had questions about dining, the person who assisted me waived me off in the face of a long line at the desk and told me to ask my butler. My interactions there improved markedly after the stress of the first day calmed down, and all of my subsequent questions were answered promptly and cheerfully.

The exclusive Top Sail Lounge was a great place to relax with a drink and view, read or get some work done. The Yacht Club sun deck was a lovely space, but it was often too hot for me, so I didn't spend much time up there. The area was home to a pool, a hot tub, tons of seating, solarium access and a daily outdoor buffet at the Yacht Club Grill. Although the food looked tasty, it was, unfortunately, often surrounded by flies.

The indoor Yacht Club Restaurant, however, was a dream. Everything I ordered was fantastic — flavorful, well prepared and cooked to order instead of looking like it had been sitting out for a while. I particularly enjoyed the breakfasts there and highly suggest the omelets and pancakes.

Overall, I found my Yacht Club experience to be a great way to escape when other areas of the ship felt overwhelming, which they often did.

MSC Meraviglia restaurants and bars

Included in the price of each sailing is free dining at the massive Marketplace Buffet, in one of four main dining rooms or in the Yacht Club Restaurant (depending on your booking). The four main dining rooms often felt crowded, and service was inconsistent. The buffet was even worse.

The quality of the complimentary food was unremarkable — not great but not terrible, either. Waiters in the dining rooms often seemed rushed and unwilling to fill drink orders. (I found out later it's because the galleys don't have bars, so waiters have to run all over the ship to fill drink orders, which often take an inordinate amount of time to arrive.)

Due to its size, MSC Meraviglia can offer lots of different cuisines. While the Marketplace Buffet has an "ethnic" section typically serving Asian and Indian fare, the largest variety and the highest quality come from the specialty restaurants. They include seafood, steak, Mexican, sushi and teppanyaki, and all cost extra.

MSC offers dining packages, which allow passengers to pre-purchase a set number of meals in alternative restaurants. When those meals are cashed in, cruisers can choose from a preselected list of menu items designated for package holders. Generally, if you're planning to eat at more than two or three specialty restaurants, booking a package will save you money.

There's at least one bar in every public space, so you won't have to go far to whet your whistle.

Restaurants

Free restaurants

Waves, Panorama, L'Olive Dorée and L'Olivo D'Oro are MSC Meraviglia's four main dining rooms, where passengers can eat dinner for free. (Specific restaurants will also be open on certain days for breakfast and lunch, depending on the day's schedule.) Menus, which change daily, are the same across all four.

Waves, on Deck 5, is the smallest. The largest — L'Olive Dorée and L'Olivo D'Oro, which are mirrors of one another — are found on Deck 6, across from one another and flanking the hallway that eventually leads to Panorama. All four dining rooms offer set seating, except Panorama, which also accommodates passengers with Aurea bookings who have anytime dining.

As mentioned above, I was booked in the Yacht Club and dined in either the Yacht Club Restaurant or one of the specialty restaurants for dinner each night.

However, I did try lunch in Waves twice, as it was the only main dining room open to the ship's 3,000 passengers for lunch. The first time, we were seated at a table for two that might as well have been a table for six; it was so close to the tables for two on either side of it that there were only about 2 or 3 inches separating them.

After we sat, it took 15 minutes for someone to bring us water. We never received bread. It was another 10 minutes until our waiter took our food order, and not once did anyone ask us if we'd like something other than water to drink. When my travel companion finally requested a beer, the waiter's response was, "Be patient, sir." My jaw dropped.

The pacing between courses was silly. Our appetizers arrived shortly after we ordered, which was great, but mine — spinach and artichoke dip — arrived looking dried out and crusty with five broken chips on the side. (The waiter obliged when I requested a few more.) After the starters were cleared, it was another 10 minutes until our mains were delivered. I thoroughly enjoyed my cobb salad, but my beef burrito was build-your-own style, and it was largely flavorless.

My companion never did see the beer he ordered. Eventually, we gave up and left, as did the man at the table next to us, who said he had been waiting half an hour for a dessert that didn't materialize.

The second experience was significantly better, with our waiter seating us at a table for two near a window and asking if we wanted drinks (which arrived quickly). The food was still just OK, and both experiences were crowded and exceptionally loud.

MSC Meraviglia's buffet, Marketplace, spans the entire aft of Deck 15. It has a decent variety of stations, but the food is often the same from day to day. The layout is confusing to navigate, too, with lots of nooks and crannies that can make it difficult to find what you're looking for. It was crowded beyond reason during mealtimes, so I avoided it whenever possible, only eating there twice during the voyage for research purposes.

Stations include bread; salad; soup and pasta; a rotisserie section with a carving station and sides like mashed potatoes, rice and baked beans; cold cuts and cheeses; an "ethnic" counter, which tended to serve Asian and Indian cuisine; and outposts for desserts and both hot and cold drinks.

The pizza was both a highlight and a pleasant surprise. It comes out hot and fresh, and it's available by the slice in several types from two separate counters in the buffet.

There are some other small complimentary food locations throughout the ship, too, including a poolside grill with burgers, fries and hot dogs and an ice cream counter with free soft-serve in cones or cups and optional toppings.

Restaurants that cost extra

Hola! Tacos & Cantina is the Mexican restaurant on MSC's newest vessels. It offers tapas-style small plates; I highly encourage you to order a few, as there's a lot on the menu that's delicious. My favorites are the guacamole, tortilla soup and cheese quesadillas. For tacos, I highly recommend the Chipotle Carnitas (pulled pork with chipotle, black bean salsa and cilantro), Barbacoa (ancho-chili beef, chipotle and red cabbage) and Ancho Tingo (shredded chicken, poblano peppers and pico de gallo).

You can pay a la carte if you're in the mood for something light or go with the all-you-can-eat option if you've worked up a serious appetite.

Margaritas are also a must if you're craving an adult beverage. Basic margs are included in the line's alcohol packages, but specialty ones — featuring frozen flavors like mango and strawberry and on-the-rocks selections with smoky salt or sweet berry sugar rims — cost extra, ranging from $11.99 for a single drink to $30 for a 1-liter pitcher. There's also a selection of Spanish beer, fresh fruit juices, spiked milkshakes and other fun concoctions. The service was so great there that I returned on a different night just to order drinks.

If you've done one teppanyaki restaurant, you've done them all. Or at least that's what I thought when I grudgingly made a reservation at Kaito Teppanyaki, another of MSC's extra-charge dining choices.

Yes, the cheesy jokes, singalongs, "catch this food in your mouth when I throw it" challenges and other performative cooking are standard, but the actual dishes are so much tastier than any of a similar variety I've had on land. Top-notch quality and expert seasoning make the dishes stand out. (For context, I usually skip meat when I order teppanyaki, but the sirloin steak looked so good that I ordered it. I'm glad I did.)

Every person who orders receives miso soup and a small salad as starters, along with sushi and sashimi with tempura vegetables. Then they choose from one of several prix fixe menu options: Geisha (sea bass fillet and chicken breast), Samurai (Scottish salmon, tiger prawns and sirloin), Emperor (yellowfin tuna tataki, scallops and half of a Maine lobster), vegetarian (egg wash roll and sesame tofu steak) and a kids menu (spring chicken teriyaki with vegetables).

I ordered the Samurai, and the salmon and sirloin were absolutely delicious. All options include egg fried rice and a dessert of caramelized pineapple, ginger ice cream and mint. The latter was underwhelming. Drinks are limited to what's on the Kaito-specific menu (Japanese beer, whisky and sake, plus a small selection of wine by the glass and Champagne by the bottle).

Kaito also has a separate sushi bar with an a la carte selection of sushi, sashimi, nigiri, tataki, yakitori and other items, including combo platters and desserts.

Butcher's Cut, MSC Meraviglia's a la carte steakhouse, is heaven for meat lovers, but vegetarians beware: As expected, there's not a lot on the menu for you to eat, with the exception of some of the starters.

When you arrive, your waiter will bring a breadbasket for the table. Ours included baguettes, raisin walnut bread and bacon cheese rolls, but what stood out to me were the smoked maple and paprika butters served alongside them. They were so good.

Appetizers include burrata and beet salad, Caesar and house salads, hearts of palm, a goat cheese tart, shrimp, crabcakes and oysters Rockefeller. Or, if you're feeling extra-spendy, try one of the featured starters, such as caviar, a shellfish platter, bone marrow, Kobe sliders and foie deviled eggs. For soups, choose between smoked tomato and lobster chowder.

Non-steak mains consist of roasted chicken, scallops Benedict, halibut and sockeye salmon. However, if steak is what you're after, you can choose from a 36-ounce dry-aged tomahawk for two, 24-ounce dry-aged T-bone, 12-ounce flat iron, 8-ounce filet mignon, 20-ounce rib-eye, 14-ounce New York sirloin, 16-ounce American bison and 13-ounce double lamb chops.

I ate there on one night of my sailing and decided to go big by adding jumbo lump crab to my filet mignon. However, I misread the menu and didn't realize it was actually jumbo lump crab Oscar, which meant it arrived mixed with hollandaise sauce. It looked like scrambled eggs, and I'm not a hollandaise fan, so I didn't eat it.

The steak, however, was phenomenal, particularly with the accompanying sauces (mushroom, peppercorn, chimichurri and bearnaise). Each steak comes with one side; additional sides cost extra. Choose from Brussels sprouts, mashed potatoes, French fries, asparagus, onion rings, macaroni and cheese, and more.

Among the dessert options, the best are the chocolate lava cake, the New York cheesecake and the peanut butter and milk chocolate cookie.

I'm not a huge seafood fan, so I avoided Ocean Cay, but I heard rave reviews from other passengers. This intimate restaurant, found on Seaside-class ships and MSC Meraviglia, offers a menu of fresh fish and seafood dishes, as well as a selection of wines for appropriate pairing.

For a between-meal treat or a caffeinated pick-me-up, snacks and coffee tied to chocolatier and pastry chef Jean-Philippe Maury are solid options. The cookies-and-cream gelato at the Jean-Philippe Crepes & Ice Cream counter is to die for, as is the Green Goddess smoothie, made with coconut juice, spinach, fresh mint, banana, passion fruit and lemon sorbet. They didn't have the lemon sorbet when I ordered, but I asked to substitute mango instead. It was exceptionally good.

At the cafe just across the way, you can buy chocolate replicas of the ship, chocolate bars with fun toppings like nuts and berries, macarons and candy by the pound, as well as gift boxes of sweets. It also sells coffee drinks that include espresso, cappuccino, Americano, lattes and spiked coffees.

If you're a coffee lover who's heading ashore at MSC's private island, Ocean Cay Marine Reserve , you won't want to miss the extra-fee Coco-Nilla Latte, found at The Smiling Fish. A combination of espresso, vanilla syrup and coconut milk, either hot or iced, it's far and away my favorite coffee drink anywhere, ever.

A more affordable option than most alternative restaurants is room service. My pick is the pizza, which will be delivered to your room hot and fresh, with a variety of options available, including Margherita, vegetable, pepperoni, four cheese, marinara, MSC style (tomato sauce, ham, arugula, mozzarella, Grana Padano cheese and olive oil) and supreme. It's free if you're staying in the Yacht Club. A la carte pricing and delivery fees will apply to other cabin types, depending on the experience package you book.

As with most cruise ships, you don't have to go far to find a stiff drink on MSC Meraviglia.

My go-to was the Brass Anchor Pub, reminiscent of an English local where you can snag a bottle or a pint and some extra-fee pub grub. TVs throughout the space broadcast a variety of sporting events (subject to satellite availability), and trivia and live music take place there throughout the sailing.

I also spent some time at the Casino Imperiale bar, which was open on my sailing longer than any of the other onboard watering holes. It serves a selection of beer and cocktails.

The centrally located Meraviglia Bar & Lounge, found along Galleria Meraviglia (the ship's promenade) next to Jean-Philippe Chocolate & Cafe, is also home to trivia competitions, live music and dancing throughout the day. It's the bar often frequented by passengers before and after shows in the nearby Broadway Theatre.

Sky Lounge is the place to be for sweeping views through floor-to-ceiling windows. It provides a comfy and often quiet space to read, work or gather with friends.

If you're seeking the oft-missed cigar lounge, look for the entrance on the starboard (right, when facing forward) side of the Sky Lounge entrance, or enter the lounge and follow it around to the starboard side.

Edge Cocktail Bar is another centrally located place to grab beer, wine and specialty cocktails — including the delicious Purple Rain, a combo of vodka, white rum, blue curacao, gin, peach schnapps, sweet and sour, and grenadine that turns a shade of purple when you mix it. One deck above it is the Champagne Bar, which sometimes also serves seafood. One deck below is the Infinity Bar, so named because it's found at the base of the Infinity Atrium.

The ship's TV Studio & Bar is where you can find the cruise director filming the ship's daily morning show the night before. It's also the site of trivia competitions, several of which were standing-room-only.

There's a Sports Bar in the ship's Sportplex, but I never saw it open, even when the area was crowded. Three bars (Atmosphere Bar North, Atmosphere Bar South and Bamboo Bar) by the main Atmosphere Pool serve up classic umbrella drinks, as well as beer and other libations. You'll also find bars in the Marketplace Buffet, on the Yacht Club sun deck and in the Yacht Club Top Sail Lounge.

MSC Meraviglia activities

MSC Meraviglia hosts a variety of activities to keep you busy when you're not ashore. You might start your day with a free guided morning stretch or aerobics, or pop into the gym for a self-led session or a for-fee class like yoga or spin.

The daytime schedule features plenty of options for those with a competitive spirit. They range from golf putting, foosball, Ping-Pong soccer and pickleball tournaments to giant darts and trivia (visual trivia like airline logos and "name that place," as well as "name that tune" and general knowledge trivia).

If you'd rather get your groove on, keep an eye out for dance lessons and themed parties hosted by the entertainment team. My favorite was the Snow Party, when the crew blasted fake snow (which appeared to be suds of some sort) as we danced on the blazing hot pool deck.

Napkin folding, bingo, movie screenings, arts and crafts, and passenger talent shows (yes, you have to audition) round out the list of pastimes.

As you pass back and forth between events, don't miss the regularly scheduled dome shows along the Galleria Meraviglia promenade. You'll see the LED projections on the ceiling, covering topics like famous ceilings, dinosaurs, space and the changing of the seasons.

Beware of seminars on jewelry, health and wellness, and other topics that are thinly veiled sales pitches.

Feeling like a day of swimming or sunbathing? Pull up a lounge chair by the main Atmosphere Pool. If you're looking for a more sauna-like experience, head to the Solarium's covered Bamboo Pool; check out the aft Horizon Pool for better views and more peace and quiet. There's also a small pool on the private Yacht Club sun deck.

Looking to relax in a hot tub instead? You can find two of them one deck up from the Atmosphere Pool, as well as two at the Bamboo Pool and one on Deck 18's aft sun deck (behind Sportplex). There's also one at the Yacht Club Pool.

The Polar Aquapark on Deck 19 aft offers plenty of wet fun for kids and adults. Attractions include three slides — a bowl slide, where riders awkwardly end in the bowl and then exit via a flight of steps, and two twisty slides that require rafts — and a splash area with sprayers and dump buckets. There's no fee to use the space, but you'll need to sign a waiver and obtain a wristband before riding the waterslides.

Speaking of children, the ship has a dedicated kids club, called Doremiland (named after the cruise line's mascot, Doremi, as in the first three notes of a musical scale). The club is divided into Baby Club (infants and toddlers up to 3 years), Mini Club (ages 3 to 6 years), Junior Club (7 to 11 years), Young Club (12 to 14 years) and Teen Club (15 to 17 years).

Each group has age-appropriate activities scheduled, and all — except the tweens and teens, who can come and go as they please — are heavily supervised by qualified staff. Sample activities might include storytime, arts and crafts, and Lego playtime for younger children, while tweens and teens enjoy less structured pastimes like video games and dance parties.

MSC Meraviglia shows

As with most MSC ships, MSC Meraviglia's entertainment is stellar. From free live music, theater shows and promenade dance parties to extra-fee Cirque du Soleil-style performances, the options are varied and feature talented singers, dancers, magicians, acrobats and more.

Each production show is offered once per sailing, at 7:30 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. in the Broadway Theatre. Some are staples, while others rotate.

"Born to Rock," "One Day More," "Cool" and "Journey" are the ship's recurring shows, which each appear once per weeklong cruise. They focus on popular songs in the rock 'n' roll and pop genres, Broadway hits, music from the '70s and '80s, and cultural favorites from Spain, Italy, France and more.

As part of a rotating selection of limited-time performers, English duo The Conjurors performed two shows during my sailing, featuring numbers games, mindreading and pre-show predictions that impressively came true by the end. The duo is scheduled for more than a dozen sailings. Other limited-engagement performers include comedians and pianists.

Speaking of limited-time performances, on the second-to-last night of the voyage, I sat in the theater unsure of what to expect from the headliner, Lorraine Crosby. "You might be thinking, 'She sounds like the lady who sings that Meat Loaf song.' Well, that's because I am the lady who sings that Meat Loaf song," Crosby joked. Her biggest claim to fame is that she rocked the female vocals in Meat Loaf's "I'd Do Anything for Love, But I Won't Do That."

What followed was a vocal performance that gave me chills. Crosby's range and ability to adapt to different genres are astounding. She belted out favorites by Queen, Tina Turner and Celine Dion and arguably did a better job of it than they did.

On the final night on board, she held an intimate performance for Yacht Club passengers in the suite area's private lounge. Again, I shivered as she took on the likes of Adele, AC/DC and others.

Another free entertainment option worth mentioning is daytime street theater that includes contortionists, roving musicians, magic workshops and flash mob-style performances by the onboard singers and dancers. If you happen to be passing through the promenade area when a flash mob happens, you're likely to see a punk rock-themed song-and-dance routine or, perhaps, one where the cast is dressed up like flowers, insects and birds.

Shows for a fee

Carousel Productions, MSC's own brand of Cirque du Soleil-style shows, are offered six days a week on MSC Meraviglia, with each of two shows — "House of Houdini" and "Rock Circus" — running three nights, on alternating days, with two performances each night (8 p.m. and 10 p.m.). Originally designed to house dinner theater, the Carousel Lounge is set up as a theater in the round and no longer serves food. (That ended when the cruise line shut down due to the COVID-19 pandemic, and the line has no current plans to bring it back.)

The for-fee performances levy a nominal charge for attendance and include a welcome drink for each showgoer.

"Rock Circus" is a mix of acrobatics, aerial performances, and song and dance to some of rock's greatest hits, including songs by Guns N' Roses and AC/DC.

"House of Houdini," which follows a clearer storyline than "Rock Circus," loosely tells the tale of Houdini's great underwater escape from a straitjacket and chains. A group of singers, dancers, acrobats and aerialists dressed as circus performers show Houdini the ropes as he prepares for his greatest feat.

MSC Meraviglia itineraries and pricing

Through at least September 2024, MSC Meraviglia is sailing seven- and eight-night voyages to Nassau and Ocean Cay Marine Reserve in the Bahamas from Brooklyn.

It also features six-night Bermuda cruises that spend three days docked at King's Wharf, as well as 10- and 11-night Canada and New England sailings that feature calls on Boston; Portland, Maine; Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island; Halifax and Sydney, Nova Scotia; and Saint John, New Brunswick. The 11-night itinerary also visits Newport, Rhode Island.

A couple of 11-night Western Caribbean voyages visit Port Canaveral (the port for Orlando) and Miami in Florida, Cozumel and Costa Maya in Mexico and Ocean Cay.

MSC Meraviglia offers some of the lowest prices in the industry. At the time of publication, inside cabin prices were starting from $299 per person ($43 per person per night) for a seven-night Bahamas cruise, $379 per person ($63 per person per night) for a six-night Bermuda sailing, $449 per person ($41 per person per night) for an 11-night Western Caribbean voyage and $619 per person ($56 per person per night) for an 11-night trip to Canada and New England.

What to know before you go

Required documents.

As with a sailing on any ship, there's certain paperwork you'll need to cruise on MSC Meraviglia. If you're a U.S. citizen sailing from and returning to a U.S. port, you can sail with either an official copy of your birth certificate and a driver's license (both are required) or a passport. I recommend the latter, and it must be valid for at least six months.

MSC Cruises adds an automatic service charge of $14.50 per person, per day, to final bills on all sailings. For children 2 and older, the daily charge is half, or $7.25.

Also, a 15% gratuity is added to bills at bars for cruisers who do not have a drinks package. If you have a drinks package, you'll pay a 15% service charge when you purchase the package, but not on individual drinks. A 15% service charge is also added to items in minibars, salons and spas.

MSC Cruises' Wi-Fi, available through the MSC for Me app, is fast enough to be competitive with all of the other major cruise lines. But pricing varies, based on the number of devices you use and whether you're OK with simply browsing the web and checking e-mail or would prefer to use Netflix or other streaming services.

Expect to pay about $72 for one device with unlimited data on a basic package. A two-device plan for the same runs about $109. There's also a four-device plan for about $223. If streaming video is what you're hoping to do, you'll need one of the more expensive plans, which range from about $100 to more than $300.

Be warned that plans are tied to specific devices, and you cannot switch between them. For example, if you buy a one-device package, you cannot use it for your cellphone, log out and then log back in with your tablet. In that case, you would need to purchase a two-device package.

MSC's MSC for Me app allows passengers on the same ship to chat with one another for free without purchasing a Wi-Fi package. The app also lets you make dining reservations, check the daily schedule and view your onboard bill.

Carry-on drinks policy

MSC does not allow passengers to bring any of their own alcohol on board.

Smoking policy

Smoking (including e-cigarettes) is permitted in a few designated areas, including the port side of the main pool deck. It's also allowed on one side of the casino. Nonsmokers, beware: The separate sides do nothing to keep the smell from wafting. It was enough to keep me away from the area for the duration of my sailing. Smoking isn't allowed in cabins or on cabin balconies; violators will receive a $250 fine.

MSC Cruises does not offer self-service laundry facilities on any of its ships. However, passengers can send their clothing out to be washed, folded, pressed or dry-cleaned for a fee.

Electrical outlets

MSC Meraviglia's cabins all have a mix of 110-volt North American outlets, 220-volt European outlets and USB ports. In my Yacht Club balcony stateroom, I had three North American outlets, three European outlets and one USB port, all at the desk/vanity area — none near the bed.

The onboard currency for MSC Meraviglia when it sails from New York is the U.S. dollar.

Drinking age

You must be 21 to consume alcohol on MSC Meraviglia's sailings from the U.S.

Passengers on MSC Meraviglia's warm-weather itineraries from Brooklyn can be found in T-shirts, shorts, bathing suits and cover-ups during the day, when there's no set dress code.

The line's American clientele tends to dress more casually at night, as well, but the line suggests "smart casual" attire for dinner. That might include khakis with button-down or polo-style collared shirts for men and sundresses or nice pants with a flowy top for women. Dark, unripped jeans are also acceptable for both men and women.

On "gala" evenings (usually one per weeklong sailing), the dress code is more refined. Passengers might choose to wear tuxedos, suits, khakis with button-downs and blazers, cocktail dresses or sparkly ball gowns.

On my sailing, the ship also had "tropical" and "white" listed on the daily schedule as suggested attire. Pack accordingly.

Bottom line

MSC Meraviglia is a beautiful ship with great food, shows and public spaces, but it has a few pain points.

In addition to feeling crowded, the vessel charges extra for many things that will make your overall cruise better. If you're on a strict budget, either resign yourself to doing only the free activities and eating in the main dining room and buffet, or plan to sail with a different cruise line.

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Everything you need to know about MSC Cruises cabins and suites

A relative newcomer in the North American market, MSC Cruises is equal parts elegant and kitschy. The line tends to appeal to a wide swath of cruisers, from Europeans who like to party into the wee hours of the morning to American families who book because of affordable fares and "kids sail free" pricing.

To satisfy its diverse passenger base, MSC offers accommodations to fit all types of travelers. Rooms include inexpensive inside cabins that sleep two people, midlevel staterooms with windows and balconies, and high-end suites that offer cruisers with larger budgets a private oasis in the form of the MSC Yacht Club .

A variety of connecting rooms and cabins with extra bunks accommodate larger groups and families who wish to share space.

Because your cruise cabin will be your home away from home for several days, it's important to book one that fits your needs. That's especially true if you're sharing it with several people.

Whether you're looking at an inside cabin for a cruise with friends, balcony accommodations for you and your significant other or a suite for your family, here TPG breaks down what you can expect when you book a room on one of MSC's ships.

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MSC Cruises cabin primer

MSC Cruises has become one of the fastest-growing lines in the cruise industry, with about two dozen ships in its fleet. The vessels fall into six classes : Lirica, Musica, Fantasia, Meraviglia, Seaside and World.

Although cabin offerings can vary from ship to ship and class to class, the standard types remain the same: inside, outside, balcony and suite.

Additionally, you'll find the same basic amenities in each room, unless otherwise noted below. They include two twin beds that can be joined to form a queen- or king-size bed; an in-cabin bathroom with a shower, a sink, a toilet and basic soap, shower gel and shampoo; a couple of nightstands; a chair or sofa; a desk/vanity; a closet; a safe; a hair dryer; a minifridge; a phone; USB outlets and a selection of both North American and European outlets.

On all ships except MSC Lirica, MSC Opera, MSC Sinfonia and MSC Armonia, you'll also find an interactive TV that allows you to view the daily schedule, check your onboard account and choose from a selection of live TV programs and movies.

Twice-daily room tidying is provided by a room steward assigned to each cabin, and room service is available throughout the day for an added fee.

One confusing aspect of MSC's bookings is that you'll have to select an experience package in addition to a cabin type. Package tiers determine things like your ability to choose a specific cabin and preferred dining time and whether you'll receive welcome amenities in your room. Certain cabin types are only available in conjunction with certain package experiences and vice versa. Those are noted in each respective section below.

Accessible cabins , including accommodations for wheelchair users, are available on every ship in MSC's fleet. In addition to more space, they feature wider doorways and lowered sinks and toilets in the bathrooms, as well as grab bars.

MSC Cruises' experience packages

Here's what you get when you book each of MSC's three experience packages, which determine the perks you'll receive on your sailing.

• Accommodations
• Complimentary food in the dining room and buffet
• Broadway-style theater entertainment
• Access to the onboard gym, pool and kids club
• MSC Voyagers Club points
• One for-fee change to your cruise booking (with some restrictions)
• Drink package discount at time of booking
• All Bella perks
• Choice of specific cabin and location
• One free change to your cruise booking (with some restrictions)
• Ability to choose between early and late seating for dinner
• Room service (complimentary for breakfast, but fees apply for other meals)
• Discount on pre-cruise specialty dining package
• All Fantastica and Bella perks
• Flexible My Choice dining, which lets you eat at any time you choose between set hours
• Free 24-hour room service delivery
• Pillow menu
• A welcome package, including Prosecco and chocolates
• Complimentary access to your ship's solarium and thermal area
• A 10% discount on all spa treatments purchased on board
• Special Balinese massage offer when booked pre-cruise
• Complimentary use of bathrobe and slippers
• Priority boarding and luggage drop-off

Inside cabins on MSC Cruises ships

Inside cabins — rooms with no windows — are available on all ships in the MSC fleet. Ranging from 140 to 301 square feet (depending on the ship), they make for great sleeping because they're so dark. They're also ideal for passengers who are on a budget.

In addition to the standard amenities mentioned above, they provide room for anywhere from two to four passengers to sleep. (Rooms that sleep more than two feature bunks that pull down from the ceiling.)

These cabins are available with the line's Bella and Fantastica experiences.

If you're sailing solo, some MSC vessels offer cabins for one outfitted with a twin bed that converts into a couch. These interior studio accommodations are only available with the Bella package on MSC Meraviglia , MSC Bellissima and the line's World Class ships.

Ocean-view cabins on MSC Cruises ships

Ocean-view rooms are similar to insides in that they provide basic amenities — but with a view.

Offering 129 to 269 square feet of space (depending on the specific ship and ocean-view category), these staterooms allow you to see outside through a porthole or a window that doesn't open.

MSC's outside cabins are available to passengers who book Bella and Fantastica packages.

Additionally, if you're traveling with your family or another group, several of MSC Cruises' ships — particularly those in the Meraviglia and Seaside classes — feature space for as many as 10 passengers via a series of connecting rooms. Options are available at the ocean-view and balcony levels.

Balcony cabins on MSC Cruises ships

You might be surprised to discover that most of MSC Cruises' balcony cabins provide less interior square footage than what's available in inside or ocean-view staterooms.

Balcony rooms run anywhere from 129 to 205 square feet, but their key feature is, of course, a private balcony, which does add an extra 32 to 129 square feet, depending on the vessel and specific type of balcony room booked. These cabins are bookable in conjunction with MSC's Bella, Fantastica and Aurea experiences.

Although balcony cabins offer upgraded amenities, including MSC's brand of hand lotion and toiletries, they are largely the same as inside and ocean-view accommodations.

MSC's newest ships — including those in the Meraviglia, Seaside and World Classes — house connecting balcony rooms that can sleep up to 10 in the same group traveling together.

Additionally, on its World Class ships, the line has introduced inward-facing balconies, similar to the ones Royal Caribbean pioneered in 2009 with the debut of its Oasis Class vessels . On World Europa, for example, they overlook the ship's promenade, offering views of the activity below, rather than the ocean.

MSC Cruises suites

All ships in MSC's fleet have suites that can be booked as part of the Fantastica and Aurea packages, but it's Aurea that offers the largest number of perks, as outlined above.

The several types of suites vary by ship in terms of size and amenities. Some come with balconies, while others only offer floor-to-ceiling panoramic windows.

Junior Suites

Although this room type is listed as a suite, it's essentially a balcony cabin with a bit more space — 183 square feet of interior accommodation with a balcony that ranges from 140 to 183 square feet.

Standard suites include rooms with huge balconies larger than the cabin's interior space and ones with private whirlpool tubs. They run from 269 to 355 square feet, with balconies measuring 32 to 409 square feet.

Grand Suites

Coming in between 377 and 420 square feet, with balconies spanning from 32 to 495 square feet, Grand Suites — found on Seaside and World Class ships — come in two types. They include standard one-bedroom Grand Suites, as well as two-bedroom varieties.

The latter has one bedroom with a queen-size bed and another with two twins. It sleeps up to five passengers and offers two bathrooms — one with a shower and the other with a bathtub.

While most suites are designed for double occupancy, some suite accommodations on MSC Bellissima, MSC Grandiosa, MSC Virtuosa and MSC Magnifica can sleep up to five people.

MSC Yacht Club suites on MSC ships

All cabins located in the MSC Yacht Club — an exclusive, gated area on select ships — are called suites, even the smallest and least expensive, which don't have windows or balconies.

Yacht Club suite types range from insides to two-deck duplexes, all of which come with butler and concierge services, luxuriously appointed furnishings (such as real marble finishes, memory foam mattresses and Egyptian cotton sheets) and access to members-only restaurants, bars (alcohol is free there), lounges, pools and sun decks.

The Yacht Club features seven different types of rooms. Ships that have the MSC Yacht Club on board include MSC Bellissima, MSC Divina, MSC Fantasia, MSC Grandiosa, MSC Meraviglia, MSC Preziosa, MSC Seaside, MSC Seascape, MSC Seaview, MSC Seashore, MSC Splendida, MSC Virtuosa and MSC World Europa.

Note: Not all Yacht Clubs have the same suite types available.

MSC Yacht Club Interior Suites

Although these 161- to 226-square-foot cabins don't offer a view or fresh air, they are elegantly decorated and include all the Yacht Club benefits mentioned above.

MSC Yacht Club Deluxe Suites

These Yacht Club digs are the equivalent of a balcony cabin — but in a dedicated area that includes all the exclusive perks. They run 236 to 366 square feet and have balconies ranging from 54 to 86 square feet, so they also come with a bit more space, both inside and outdoors.

MSC Yacht Club Deluxe Grand Suites

Similarly, Deluxe Grand Suites are like the Yacht Club equivalent of booking a Grand Suite with more perks. Depending on the ship, they offer anywhere from 269 to 463 square feet of space, plus 65- to 129-square-foot balconies. Some Grand Suites also have two bedrooms instead of one. Further, these rooms on Seaside Class ships include bathrooms with bathtubs, as well as separate living areas.

MSC Yacht Club Duplex Suites

Rising two decks, MSC's duplex staterooms measure 495 to 635 square feet and come with 65- to 334-square-foot balconies. They feature living rooms with two-person sofa beds downstairs and master bedrooms upstairs, which also sleep two passengers.

Each of these accommodations comes complete with two walk-in closets and two bathrooms — one with a bathtub and one with a shower. Most duplexes on Meraviglia and World Class ships also have their own private whirlpool tubs.

MSC Yacht Club Executive and Family Suites

The line's Executive and Family Suites, available only on Fantasia Class vessels, are an excellent choice for anyone who wants to stay in the Yacht Club with a family or other group of more than two people.

This option, which is one type of suite (despite its confusing name), has space for up to five cruisers via a combination of bunk beds, sofa beds and beds that pull down from the ceiling, depending on the ship. The suites clock in at around 431 to 549 square feet, depending on the vessel.

The only drawback is that these staterooms have no balconies and no in-room dining areas, but they do include all the perks you'd find in Yacht Club cabins.

MSC Yacht Club Royal Suites

Although they only occupy one level, at 388 to 667 square feet, MSC's Yacht Club Royal Suites are right up there with the Duplex Suites in terms of space. They offer the second-largest amount of square footage after the Owner's Suites. They come with huge balconies comprising 355 to 753 square feet of outdoor area.

Additionally, bathrooms in these suites offer bathtubs on Fantasia, Meraviglia, Seaside and World Class ships, and the latter three have private whirlpool tubs, as well. All four classes' Royal Suites also include separate living room areas.

MSC Yacht Club Owner's Suites

The largest and most impressive of all MSC's cabins are the Owner's Suites found in the Yacht Club. Offering an impressive 840 to 1,119 square feet — larger than some land-based apartments — plus 269- to 670-square-foot balconies, they're some of the most luxurious rooms afloat.

Specific amenities vary by ship, but as an example, Owner's Suites on MSC World Europa offer floor-to-ceiling windows and walk-in closets. These accommodations on both the line's Seaside and World Class vessels also feature bathrooms with separate showers and bathtubs, as well as private whirlpool tubs and separate living room areas.

Bottom line

Although MSC Cruises' cabin types are straightforward, the line's add-on experiences can complicate things a bit.

Overall, what's key to remember is that MSC Cruises offers a wide variety of rooms and pricing to meet just about any budget or style of cruising. Each ship will offer accommodation choices from the least expensive, bare-bones interior rooms to the priciest suites, which come with butler and concierge services.

When you sail with MSC Cruises, you can expect function, style and comfort, regardless of the cabin type you book.

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About MSC Meraviglia

Meaning "wonder" in Italian, the 167,000-ton, 4,500-guest MSC Meraviglia will dazzle you with her beauty. MSC Cruises' newest flagship and first of its ultra-modern Vista Class, debuted in 2017. Combining comfort with state-of-the-art technology, she provides an ideal and exciting way to see the world. As one of the largest cruise ships ever built — the amenity-filled ship is an incredible destination in itself.

One of MSC Meraviglia's many highlights is the show-stopping promenade, lined with chic restaurants and bars. Its entire ceiling covered by a huge LED screen that displays changing vistas and atmospheres throughout the day and night. Nightly parades with performers add to the fun atmosphere.

Enticing amenities also include a two-story aft lounge, a solarium with a pool and a variety of specialty restaurants. Onboard features include jaw-dropping entertainment and the fleet's largest and enhanced MSC Yacht Club.

Cutting-edge technology on this "smart ship" allow guests to access staterooms, make payments, as well as geo-locate children, friends and onboard locations by using their cruise card or smartphone.

Lots of family fun is offered at the two-deck indoor amusement park and is the line's first to have a facility for kids and teens. Various age-specific activities and youth programs are available. Also featured is a unique "studio" for young "techies."

Four action-packed waterslides, a splash pool and champagne bowl will bring thrills galore at the immense water park. Thrill-seekers can attach themselves to a rope and cross the ship a nail-biting 200 feet above the water.

Exquisite dining choices include 12 venues sure to please everyone's palate. An incredible buffet is open 20 hours a day, serving a variety of international cuisines and Mediterranean specialties. Fine dining includes a sushi bar, a classic American steakhouse and teppanyaki and Italian restaurants.

A myriad of accommodations include "cluster cabins" that are ideal for large family groups and allow up to three staterooms to be combined for up to 10 people. The ship also has the line's first solo cabins for those traveling by themselves. Lavish Duplex Suites boast their own solarium, lounge, restaurants and a swimming pool. Luxury is taken to new levels at the enhanced MSC Yacht Club that spans three decks and is complete with exclusive key card access, 78 suites, 15 inside staterooms and two apartment suites. Spacious and stunning, you will be pampered with spacious stunning suites, butler service, a private pool, whirlpools, a solarium, al fresco dining and more. Wellness Suites even boasts Technogym equipment so you can conveniently work-out .

Thrilling entertainment includes exclusive shows at a specially designed lounge with a 180° circular glass wall for excellent viewing, as well as Broadway-style and Las Vegas-like productions. Play your favorite games at the glitzy casino.

MSC Meraviglia is a stunning ship with a warm Italian hospitality and lots of thrills that makes her a perfect vacation choice for the entire family.

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MSC Yacht Club Royal Suite

Comfortable king bed that can be converted into two single beds on request, Balcony with a private whirlpool bath and dining table, Separative living area and dining room, Walk-in closet, Bathroom with bathtub and shower, vanity area and hairdryer, Interactive TV, telephone, safe and minibar, Wi-Fi, Approx. 603 ft2 with a balcony that is approx. 129 ft2, Located on deck 15. Discover a world of privileges with MSC Yacht Club The image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same stateroom category).

MSC Yacht Club Duplex Suite with whirlpool

Two-floor stateroom Main Floor: Open living and dining room with sofa that converts to king bed, Bathroom with shower. Second Floor: Master bedroom with king size bed that can be converted into two , single beds on request, Two walk-in closets, Bathroom with bathtub, Interactive TV, telephone, safe and minibar. Approx. 635 ft2 with a balcony that is approx. 248 ft2, Located on decks 9-12. Discover a world of privileges with MSC Yacht Club. The image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same stateroom category).

MSC Yacht Club Deluxe Suite

Comfortable king bed that can be converted into two single beds on request, Balcony, Sitting area with sofa, Spacious closet, Bathroom with shower or bathtub, vanity area and hairdryer, Interactive TV, telephone, safe and minibar, Complimentary Wi-Fi, Approx. 280 – 312 ft2 with a balcony that is approx. 54 – 161 ft2, Located on decks 14-18. Discover a world of privileges with MSC Yacht Club The image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same stateroom category).

MSC Yacht Club Interior Suite

Comfortable king bed that can be converted into two single beds on request, Spacious closet, Bathroom with shower or bathtub, vanity area and hairdryer, Interactive TV, telephone, safe and minibar, Wi-Fi , Approx. 183 ft2 , Located on decks 14-16. Discover a world of privileges with MSC Yacht Club The image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same stateroom category).

Premium Suite Aurea with Terrace and Whirlpool

Comfortable king bed that can be converted into two single beds on request, Balcony with a private whirlpool bath, Spacious closet, Sitting area with double sofa bed, Bathroom with shower, vanity area and hairdryer, Interactive TV, telephone, safe and minibar, Wi-Fi access available ($), Approx. 291 ft2 with a balcony that is approx. 280 – 323 ft2, Located on decks 9-13. The image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same stateroom category).

Aurea Balcony

Comfortable king bed that can be converted into two single beds on request, Balcony , Sitting area with sofa, Spacious closet, Bathroom with shower or bathtub, vanity area and hairdryer, Interactive TV, telephone, safe and minibar, Wi-Fi access available ($), Approx. 129 – 237 ft2 with a balcony that is approx. 22 – 151 ft2. Choose the stateroom type that best suits you: Balcony Aurea (best location, approx. 182 ft2, decks 10-13) *Including staterooms for guests with disabilities or reduced mobility, which are larger. The image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same stateroom category).

Premium Balcony with Oceanview

Comfortable king bed that can be converted into two single beds on request, Balcony , Sitting area with sofa, Spacious closet, Bathroom with shower or bathtub, vanity area and hairdryer, Interactive TV, telephone, safe and minibar, Wi-Fi access available ($), Approx. 129 – 237 ft2 with a balcony that is approx. 22 – 151 ft2. Choose the stateroom type that best suits you: Premium Balcony (approx. 237 ft2, decks 10-14) *Including staterooms for guests with disabilities or reduced mobility, which are larger. The image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same stateroom category).

Deluxe Balcony

Comfortable king bed that can be converted into two single beds on request, Balcony , Sitting area with sofa, Spacious closet, Bathroom with shower or bathtub, vanity area and hairdryer, Interactive TV, telephone, safe and minibar, Wi-Fi access available ($), Approx. 129 – 237 ft2 with a balcony that is approx. 22 – 151 ft2. Choose the stateroom type that best suits you: Deluxe Balcony (approx. 183 ft2, decks 8-14) *Including staterooms for guests with disabilities or reduced mobility, which are larger. The image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same stateroom category).

Deluxe Balcony with Partial View

Comfortable king bed that can be converted into two single beds on request, Balcony , Sitting area with sofa, Spacious closet, Bathroom with shower or bathtub, vanity area and hairdryer, Interactive TV, telephone, safe and minibar, Wi-Fi access available ($), Approx. 129 – 237 ft2 with a balcony that is approx. 22 – 151 ft2. Choose the stateroom type that best suits you: Deluxe Balcony with Partial View (approx. 183 – 215 ft2, decks 8-14) *Including staterooms for guests with disabilities or reduced mobility, which are larger. The image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same stateroom category).

Studio Balcony

Comfortable king bed that can be converted into two single beds on request, Balcony , Sitting area with sofa, Spacious closet, Bathroom with shower or bathtub, vanity area and hairdryer, Interactive TV, telephone, safe and minibar, Wi-Fi access available ($), Approx. 129 – 237 ft2 with a balcony that is approx. 22 – 151 ft2. Choose the stateroom type that best suits you: Studio Balcony (single occupancy, approx. 129 ft2, decks 13-14) *Including staterooms for guests with disabilities or reduced mobility, which are larger. The image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same stateroom category).

Premium Oceanview

Comfortable king bed that can be converted into two single beds on request, Window with sea view, Relaxing armchair, Spacious closet, Bathroom with shower, vanity area and hairdryer, Interactive TV, telephone, safe and minibar, Wi-Fi access available ($), Approx. 129 – 237 ft2, Located on decks 5-11. Choose the stateroom type that best suits you: Premium Ocean View (approx. 237 ft2, decks 9-11) The image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same stateroom category).

Deluxe Oceanview

Comfortable king bed that can be converted into two single beds on request, Window with sea view, Relaxing armchair, Spacious closet, Bathroom with shower, vanity area and hairdryer, Interactive TV, telephone, safe and minibar, Wi-Fi access available ($), Approx. 129 – 237 ft2, Located on decks 5-11. Choose the stateroom type that best suits you: Deluxe Ocean View (approx. 172 ft2, deck 5) The image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same stateroom category).

Junior Oceanview

Comfortable king bed that can be converted into two single beds on request, Window with sea view, Relaxing armchair, Spacious closet, Bathroom with shower, vanity area and hairdryer, Interactive TV, telephone, safe and minibar, Wi-Fi access available ($), Approx. 129 – 237 ft2, Located on decks 5-11. Choose the stateroom type that best suits you: Junior Ocean View (approx. 129 ft2, deck 8) The image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same stateroom category).

Junior Oceanview with Obstructed view

Comfortable king bed that can be converted into two single beds on request, Window with sea view, Relaxing armchair, Spacious closet, Bathroom with shower, vanity area and hairdryer, Interactive TV, telephone, safe and minibar, Wi-Fi access available ($), Approx. 129 – 237 ft2, Located on decks 5-11. Choose the stateroom type that best suits you: Junior Ocean View with Obstructed View (approx. 129 ft2, deck 8) The image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same stateroom category).

Deluxe Interior

Comfortable king bed that can be converted into two single beds on request, Relaxing armchair, Spacious closet, Bathroom with shower, vanity area and hairdryer, Interactive TV, telephone, safe and minibar, Wi-Fi access available ($), Approx. 129 – 237 ft2, Located on decks 5-14. Choose the stateroom type that best suits you: Deluxe Interior (approx. 183 – 237 ft2, decks 5-14) The image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same stateroom category).

Studio Interior

Comfortable king bed that can be converted into two single beds on request, Relaxing armchair, Spacious closet, Bathroom with shower, vanity area and hairdryer, Interactive TV, telephone, safe and minibar, Wi-Fi access available ($), Approx. 129 – 237 ft2, Located on decks 5-14. Choose the stateroom type that best suits you: Studio Interior (single occupancy, approx. 129 ft2, decks 5-14) The image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same stateroom category).

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Jean-Philippe Chocolate & Coffee

Deck: 6 - Petra

Jean-Philippe Chocolate & Coffee.

Jean-Philippe Crepes & Ice cream

Jean-Philippe Crepes & Ice cream.

L' Olivo d'oro

L' Olivo d'oro.

Marketplace Buffet & Bar

Deck: 15 - Tour Eiffel

Open 20 hours a day, the buffet offers an impressive array of Mediterranean specialities and international dishes produced in open kitchens. Family fare, ethnic cuisine, healthy options and a multitude of other tastes and dietary needs are catered for, around the clock.

MSC Yacht Club Grill

Deck: 19 - Babylon

MSC Yacht Club Grill.

MSC Yacht Club Restaurant

Deck: 18 - Piramids

MSC Meraviglia's main restaurants serve a mouthwatering blend of freshly prepared Mediterranean cuisine and international specialities in elegant surroundings.

Panoroma Restaurant

Panoroma Restaurant.

Waves Restaurant

Deck: 5 - Colosseo

Waves Restaurant.

Butcher's Cut

Deck: 7 - Taj Mahal

The American-style steakhouse serves select prime cuts from around the world, accompanied by bold New World wines and cocktails with swagger.

Casino Imperiale

Casino Imperiale.

Broadway Theatre

Decks: 5 - Colosseo 6 - Petra

Broadway Theatre.

Deck: 16 - Iguazu

Horizon Amphitheatre

Horizon Amphitheatre.

Meraviglia Library

Meraviglia Library.

Decks: 16 - Iguazu 18 - Piramids

Party with friends, enjoy a nightcap or simply dance the night away at the stylish onboard nightclub.

Brass Anchor Pub

Brass Anchor Pub.

Dancing Floor

Dancing Floor.

Mini Club Logo

Mini Club Logo.

MSC Yacht Club

Decks: 16 - Iguazu 18 - Piramids 19 - Babylon

MSC Yacht Club.

Baby's Club

Children from 1 to 3 years old can enjoy activities and games designed in partnership with Chicco.

Atmosphere Pool & Bar

With around 108 sq.ft. of public space per guest, poolside space on MSC Meraviglia is some of the most plentiful to be found at sea. Beautiful lighting, a giant screen and atmospheric design make the main pool area even more alluring after dark.

Bamboo Pool & Bar

Decks: 15 - Tour Eiffel 16 - Iguazu

Bamboo Pool & Bar.

Horizon Pool

The Horizon pool offers yet more open-air deck space for sun worshippers during the daylight hours. At night the area will be transformed into a stunning outdoor spot for dancing and entertainment.

MSC Yacht Club Pool

MSC Yacht Club Pool.

Top 19 Exclusive Solarium

Top 19 Exclusive Solarium.

Emotions Immersive Gallery

Emotions Immersive Gallery.

F1 Simulators

For the young and the young at heart, two Formula 1 virtual-reality racing cars compete head-to-head in a race that will get hearts racing.

Fashion Jewellery

Fashion Jewellery.

La Vetrina.

Polar Aquapark

One of the most intricate and exciting water parks at sea - featuring three twisting slides, a ‘Himalayan Bridge,’ and a range of pools - provides fun and activities for all ages.

Virtual Games Arcade

Virtual Games Arcade.

Fine Watches & Jewellery

Fine Watches & Jewellery.

Plaza Meraviglia

Plaza Meraviglia.

Photo Gallery & Photo Shop

Photo Gallery & Photo Shop.

MSC Excursions

MSC Excursions.

Doremi Studio & Lab

Doremi Studio & Lab.

Young Club & Teen Club

MSC Meraviglia offers two teenagers’ clubs, one for 12 to 14-year-olds and another for 15 to 17-year-olds. In addition, a teens-only area serves as cinema, gaming room and disco, depending on the time of day, ensuring teenagers are always entertained.

MSC Aurea Spa

The MSC Aurea Spa on MSC Meraviglia is a luxurious Balinese spa offering signature relaxation treatments to revitalise body and soul. Complete with a thermal area, beauty salon and nail boutique, the MSC Aurea Spa will leave you feeling pampered from head to toe.

MSC Gym by Technogym

Equipped with state-of-the-art Technogym cardio and strength-training equipment, the MSC Meraviglia gym offers a wide range of innovative fitness courses and training programs.

Concierge Area

Concierge Area.

For the first time at sea, a full-size bowling alley where guests can challenge friends and family to the last pin!

Junior's Club

Kids from 3 to 11 years old can participate in a whole host of fun activities thanks to MSC Cruise's partnership with LEGO®. A great selection of LEGO® bricks and equipment are available in the Mini and Juniors Clubs. What's more, every cruise includes a special event, the LEGO® Experience On Board: an entire day dedicated to fun LEGO activities for the whole family to enjoy.

The large and spacious amusement park provides a large arena where young guests can play sports and games during the daytime... then socialise, party and dance the evenings away.

Business Center

Business Center.

Atmosphere Ice Cream Bar

Atmosphere Ice Cream Bar.

Champagne Bar

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HOLA Tapas Bar by Ramon Freixa.

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• Surface approx. 56 sqm, balcony 22 sqm, deck 15
• Balcony with private whirlpool bath and dining table
• Separate living area and dining room
• Bathroom with tub and shower, vanity area with hairdryer
• Comfortable double or single beds (on request)
• Walk-in wardrobes
• Wifi connection included
• Interactive TV, telephone,safe and minibar

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• Surface approx. 59 sqm with a balcony approx. 23 sqm, deck 9-12, with dining table and private whirlpool bath
• Two-deck-high cabin
• Easy access to the Yacht Club areas
• Open living/dining room with sofa that converts to double bed
• Bathroom with shower

Second level

• Master bedroom with double bed which can be converted into two single beds (on request)
• Two walk in wardrobes.
• Bathroom with tub
• Interactive TV, telephone, safe and minibar

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• Surface 26 sqm, balcony 5 sqm, deck 14-18
• Sitting area with sofa
• Spacious wardrobe
• Bathroom with shower or bathtub, vanity area with hairdryer

• Surface 15 sqm, deck 14-16

• Surface approx. 39 sqm, large balcony approx 36 sqm with its own private whirlpool bath, deck 12
• Walk-in Wardrobe. Setting Area with double sofa bed.
• Bathroom with shower, vanity area with hairdryers.
• Double bed can be converted into two single beds (on request).
• Interactive TV, telephone and safe.
• Wifi connection available (for a fee).
• Mini bar. Air conditioning.
• Surface approx. 27 sqm, with balcony approx 26-30 sqm with its own private whirlpool bath, deck 9-13.
• Spacious Wardrobe.
• Setting area with double sofa bed.
• Bathroom with shower vanity area with hairdryers.

• Surface 17 sqm, balcony 4 sqm, deck 10-13
• Interactive TV, telephone, Wifi connection available (for a fee), safe and minibar
• Surface  22 sqm, balcony 6 sqm, deck 9-10
• Surface 17 sqm, balcony 4 sqm, deck 8-10
• Surface  17 sqm, balcony 4 sqm, deck 8-14
• Surface 12 sqm, balcony 4 sqm, deck 13-14

• Surface approx.  22 sqm, deck 9-11
• Window with sea view
• Relaxing armchair
• Bathroom with shower, vanity area with hairdryer
• Surface approx. 16 sqm, deck 5
• Surface approx. 12 sqm, deck 8

• Surface  15 sqm, deck 5-10
• Bathroom with shower, vanity area and hairdryer

• Surface  10 sqm, deck 5-14

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MSC YACHT CLUB ROYAL SUITE

• Surface   29 sqm, balcony  6 sqm, deck 15-16
• Ample wardrobe
• Bathroom with bathtub and vanity area with hairdryer
• Comfortable double bed or single beds (on request)
• Wifi connection included
• Interactive TV, telephone, safe and minibar

Discover a world of privileges with  MSC Yacht Club  including:

• 24-Hour Butler service and dedicated concierge
• Premium Extra Drink and Internet packages included
• Complimentary Access to the Thermal Suite in the MSC Aurea SPA
• Balinese massage package and Specialty restaurants package, available up to 2 days prior to embarkation; 10% discount on all spa treatments purchased on board..
• 1 Free cruise change

Size, layout and furniture may vary from that shown (within the same cabin category).

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MSC YACHT CLUB DUPLEX SUITE WITH WHIRLPOOL

• Surface approx.  59 sqm with a balcony approx. 23 sqm, deck 9-12,  with dining table and private whirlpool bath
• Two-deck-high cabin
• Easy access to the Yacht Club areas
• Open living/dining room with sofa that converts to double bed
• Bathroom with shower

Second level

• Master bedroom with double bed which can be converted into two single beds (on request)
• Two walk in wardrobes.
• Bathroom with tub

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MSC YACHT CLUB DUPLEX SUITE

MSC YACHT CLUB DELUXE SUITE

• Surface  26 sqm, balcony 5 sqm, deck 14-18
• Sitting area with sofa
• Spacious wardrobe
• Bathroom with shower or bathtub, vanity area with hairdryer
• Comfortable double or single beds (on request)

MSC YACHT CLUB INTERIOR SUITE

• Surface  15 sqm, deck 14-16

GRAND SUITE AUREA WITH TERRACE AND WHIRLPOOL

• Surface approx.  39 sqm, large balcony approx 36 sqm with its own private whirlpool bath, deck 12
• Walk-in Wardrobe. Setting Area with double sofa bed.
• Bathroom with shower, vanity area with hairdryers.
• Double bed can be converted into two single beds (on request).
• Interactive TV, telephone and safe.
• Wifi connection available (for a fee).
• Mini bar. Air conditioning.

PREMIUM SUITE AUREA WITH TERRACE AND WHIRLPOOL

• Surface approx.  27 sqm, with balcony approx 26-30 sqm with its own private whirlpool bath, deck 9-13.
• Spacious Wardrobe.
• Setting area with double sofa bed.
• Bathroom with shower vanity area with hairdryers.

DELUXE BALCONY AUREA

• Surface 17 sqm, balcony 4 sqm, deck 10-13
• Interactive TV, telephone, Wifi connection available (for a fee), safe and minibar

PREMIUM BALCONY WITH OCEAN VIEW

• Surface  22 sqm, balcony 6 sqm, deck 9-10

DELUXE BALCONY

• Surface  17 sqm, balcony 4 sqm, deck 8-10

DELUXE BALCONY WITH PARTIAL VIEW

• Surface  17 sqm, balcony 4 sqm, deck 8-14

STUDIO BALCONY

• Surface  12 sqm, balcony 4 sqm, deck 13-14
• Sitting area with single sofa bed

PREMIUM OCEAN VIEW

• Surface  17 sqm with large private sundeck 13-17 sqm, deck 9
• Bathroom with shower and hairdryer
• Comfortable double bed which can be converted in two single beds (on request)
• Interactive TV, telephone and safe. Wi-Fi connection available (for a fee).
• Mini bar and Air conditioning

The image is representative only; the s ize, layout and furniture may vary that shown (within the same cabin category).

DELUXE OCEAN VIEW

• Surface approx.  16 sqm, deck 5
• Window with sea view
• Relaxing armchair
• Bathroom with shower, vanity area with hairdryer

JUNIOR OCEAN VIEW

• Surface approx.  12 sqm, deck 8

JUNIOR OCEAN VIEW WITH OBSTRUCTED VIEW

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DELUXE INTERIOR

• Surface  10 sqm, deck 5-14
• Bathroom with shower, vanity area and hairdryer

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The Comprehensive Guide to Moscow Nightlife

• Posted on April 14, 2018 July 26, 2018
• by Kings of Russia
• 8 minute read

Moscow’s nightlife scene is thriving, and arguably one of the best the world has to offer – top-notch Russian women, coupled with a never-ending list of venues, Moscow has a little bit of something for everyone’s taste. Moscow nightlife is not for the faint of heart – and if you’re coming, you better be ready to go Friday and Saturday night into the early morning.

This comprehensive guide to Moscow nightlife will run you through the nuts and bolts of all you need to know about Moscow’s nightclubs and give you a solid blueprint to operate with during your time in Moscow.

What you need to know before hitting Moscow nightclubs

Prices in moscow nightlife.

Before you head out and start gaming all the sexy Moscow girls , we have to talk money first. Bring plenty because in Moscow you can never bring a big enough bankroll. Remember, you’re the man so making a fuzz of not paying a drink here or there will not go down well.

Luckily most Moscow clubs don’t do cover fees. Some electro clubs will charge 15-20$, depending on their lineup. There’s the odd club with a minimum spend of 20-30$, which you’ll drop on drinks easily. By and large, you can scope out the venues for free, which is a big plus.

Bottle service is a great deal in Moscow. At top-tier clubs, it starts at 1,000$. That’ll go a long way with premium vodka at 250$, especially if you have three or four guys chipping in. Not to mention that it’s a massive status boost for getting girls, especially at high-end clubs.

Without bottle service, you should estimate a budget of 100-150$ per night. That is if you drink a lot and hit the top clubs with the hottest girls. Scale down for less alcohol and more basic places.

Dress code & Face control

Door policy in Moscow is called “face control” and it’s always the guy behind the two gorillas that gives the green light if you’re in or out.

In Moscow nightlife there’s only one rule when it comes to dress codes:

You can never be underdressed.

People dress A LOT sharper than, say, in the US and that goes for both sexes. For high-end clubs, you definitely want to roll with a sharp blazer and a pocket square, not to mention dress shoes in tip-top condition. Those are the minimum requirements to level the playing field vis a vis with other sharply dressed guys that have a lot more money than you do. Unless you plan to hit explicit electro or underground clubs, which have their own dress code, you are always on the money with that style.

Getting in a Moscow club isn’t as hard as it seems: dress sharp, speak English at the door and look like you’re in the mood to spend all that money that you supposedly have (even if you don’t). That will open almost any door in Moscow’s nightlife for you.

Types of Moscow Nightclubs

In Moscow there are four types of clubs with the accompanying female clientele:

High-end clubs:

These are often crossovers between restaurants and clubs with lots of tables and very little space to dance. Heavy accent on bottle service most of the time but you can work the room from the bar as well. The hottest and most expensive girls in Moscow go there. Bring deep pockets and lots of self-confidence and you have a shot at swooping them.

Regular Mid-level clubs:

They probably resemble more what you’re used to in a nightclub: big dancefloors, stages and more space to roam around. Bottle service will make you stand out more but you can also do well without. You can find all types of girls but most will be in the 6-8 range. Your targets should always be the girls drinking and ideally in pairs. It’s impossible not to swoop if your game is at least half-decent.

Basic clubs/dive bars:

Usually spots with very cheap booze and lax face control. If you’re dressed too sharp and speak no Russian, you might attract the wrong type of attention so be vigilant. If you know the local scene you can swoop 6s and 7s almost at will. Usually students and girls from the suburbs.

Electro/underground clubs:

Home of the hipsters and creatives. Parties there don’t mean meeting girls and getting drunk but doing pills and spacing out to the music. Lots of attractive hipster girls if that is your niche. That is its own scene with a different dress code as well.

What time to go out in Moscow

Moscow nightlife starts late. Don’t show up at bars and preparty spots before 11pm because you’ll feel fairly alone. Peak time is between 1am and 3am. That is also the time of Moscow nightlife’s biggest nuisance: concerts by artists you won’t know and who only distract your girls from drinking and being gamed. From 4am to 6am the regular clubs are emptying out but plenty of people, women included, still hit up one of the many afterparty clubs. Those last till well past 10am.

As far as days go: Fridays and Saturdays are peak days. Thursday is an OK day, all other days are fairly weak and you have to know the right venues.

The Ultimate Moscow Nightclub List

Short disclaimer: I didn’t add basic and electro clubs since you’re coming for the girls, not for the music. This list will give you more options than you’ll be able to handle on a weekend.

Preparty – start here at 11PM

Classic restaurant club with lots of tables and a smallish bar and dancefloor. Come here between 11pm and 12am when the concert is over and they start with the actual party. Even early in the night tons of sexy women here, who lean slightly older (25 and up).

The second floor of the Ugolek restaurant is an extra bar with dim lights and house music tunes. Very small and cozy with a slight hipster vibe but generally draws plenty of attractive women too. A bit slower vibe than Valenok.

Very cool, spread-out venue that has a modern library theme. Not always full with people but when it is, it’s brimming with top-tier women. Slow vibe here and better for grabbing contacts and moving on.

High-end: err on the side of being too early rather than too late because of face control.

Secret Room

Probably the top venue at the moment in Moscow . Very small but wildly popular club, which is crammed with tables but always packed. They do parties on Thursdays and Sundays as well. This club has a hip-hop/high-end theme, meaning most girls are gold diggers, IG models, and tattooed hip hop chicks. Very unfavorable logistics because there is almost no room no move inside the club but the party vibe makes it worth it. Strict face control.

Close to Secret Room and with a much more favorable and spacious three-part layout. This place attracts very hot women but also lots of ball busters and fakes that will leave you blue-balled. Come early because after 4am it starts getting empty fast. Electronic music.

A slightly kitsch restaurant club that plays Russian pop and is full of gold diggers, semi-pros, and men from the Caucasus republics. Thursday is the strongest night but that dynamic might be changing since Secret Room opened its doors. You can swoop here but it will be a struggle.

Mid-level: your sweet spot in terms of ease and attractiveness of girls for an average budget.

Started going downwards in 2018 due to lax face control and this might get even worse with the World Cup. In terms of layout one of the best Moscow nightclubs because it’s very big and bottle service gives you a good edge here. Still attracts lots of cute girls with loose morals but plenty of provincial girls (and guys) as well. Swooping is fairly easy here.

I haven’t been at this place in over a year, ever since it started becoming ground zero for drunken teenagers. Similar clientele to Icon but less chic, younger and drunker. Decent mainstream music that attracts plenty of tourists. Girls are easy here as well.

Sort of a Coyote Ugly (the real one in Moscow sucks) with party music and lots of drunken people licking each others’ faces. Very entertaining with the right amount of alcohol and very easy to pull in there. Don’t think about staying sober in here, you’ll hate it.

Artel Bessonitsa/Shakti Terrace

Electronic music club that is sort of a high-end place with an underground clientele and located between the teenager clubs Icon and Gipsy. Very good music but a bit all over the place with their vibe and their branding. You can swoop almost any type of girl here from high-heeled beauty to coked-up hipsters, provided they’re not too sober.

Afterparty: if by 5AM  you haven’t pulled, it’s time to move here.

Best afterparty spot in terms of trying to get girls. Pretty much no one is sober in there and savage gorilla game goes a long way. Lots of very hot and slutty-looking girls but it can be hard to tell apart who is looking for dick and who is just on drugs but not interested. If by 9-10am you haven’t pulled, it is probably better to surrender.

The hipster alternative for afterparties, where even more drugs are in play. Plenty of attractive girls there but you have to know how to work this type of club. A nicer atmosphere and better music but if you’re desperate to pull, you’ll probably go to Miks.

Weekday jokers: if you’re on the hunt for some sexy Russian girls during the week, here are two tips to make your life easier.

Chesterfield

Ladies night on Wednesdays means this place gets pretty packed with smashed teenagers and 6s and 7s. Don’t pull out the three-piece suit in here because it’s a “simpler” crowd. Definitely your best shot on Wednesdays.

If you haven’t pulled at Chesterfield, you can throw a Hail Mary and hit up Garage’s Black Music Wednesdays. Fills up really late but there are some cute Black Music groupies in here. Very small club. Thursday through Saturday they do afterparties and you have an excellent shot and swooping girls that are probably high.

Shishas Sferum

This is pretty much your only shot on Mondays and Tuesdays because they offer free or almost free drinks for women. A fairly low-class club where you should watch your drinks. As always the case in Moscow, there will be cute girls here on any day of the week but it’s nowhere near as good as on the weekend.

In a nutshell, that is all you need to know about where to meet Moscow girls in nightlife. There are tons of options, and it all depends on what best fits your style, based on the type of girls that you’re looking for.

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