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MSC SEASIDE

MSC Seaside rewrites the rule book of cruise ship design, combining indoor and outdoor areas to connect you with the sea like never before. Located as low as Deck 8 is a unique seafront promenade lined with places to eat, drink, shop, swim and sunbathe. And you can enjoy superb views from our two glass-floor catwalks and panoramic elevators.

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Main Features

Waterfront boardwalk, miami beach pool, south beach pool, four decks atrium, msc yacht club, msc aurea spa, state-of-the-art gym, cabins & suites.

Combining comfort and style, the accommodations on MSC Seaside includes luxury suites with whirlpools and connecting staterooms for families.

• Comfortable king bed 
• Balcony with a private whirlpool bath and dining table
• Separate living area and dining room
• Spacious closet
• Bathroom with shower and bathtub, vanity area and hairdryer
• Interactive TV, telephone, safe and minibar
• Complimentary Wi-Fi
• Approx. 226 - 667 ft 2 with a balcony that is approx. 86 - 355 ft 2  
• Located on decks 16 - 18

Choose the Suite that best suits you: • MSC Yacht Club Royal Suite (approx. 667 ft2 with a balcony that is approx. 355 ft2, deck 16)   • MSC Yacht Club Deluxe Suite (approx. 269 ft 2 with a balcony that is approx. 86 ft 2 , decks 16 - 18)  • MSC Yacht Club Interior Suite (approx. 226 ft 2 , decks 16 - 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).

• Comfortable king bed that can be converted into two single beds on request
• Sitting area with sofa or separate living area
• Walk-in closet
• Bathroom with shower or bathtub, vanity area and hairdryer
• Wi-Fi access available ($)
• Approx. 183 – 527 ft 2 with a balcony that is approx. 75 - 409 ft 2
• Located on decks 9 - 15
• Two-Bedroom Grand Suite Aurea (approx. 527 ft2 with a balcony that is approx. 183 ft2, decks 11 - 14) 
• Grand Suite Aurea (approx. 377 - 527 ft 2 with a balcony that is approx. 183 ft 2 , decks 9 - 13) 
• Premium Suite Aurea with Whirlpool (approx. 301 ft 2 with a balcony that is approx. 75 ft 2 , decks 9 - 15) 
• Premium Suite Aurea with Terrace (approx. 301 ft 2 with a balcony that is approx. 409 ft2, deck 9) 
• Premium Suite Aurea (approx. 280 - 344 ft 2 with a balcony that is approx. 97 - 151 ft 2 , decks 9 - 15)
• Deluxe Suite Aurea (approx. 215 ft 2 with a balcony that is approx. 86 ft 2 , decks 9 - 15) 
• Junior Suite Aurea (approx. 183 ft2 with a balcony that is approx. 172 ft 2 , deck 9) 
• Comfortable king bed that can be converted into two single beds on request *
• Balcony 
• Sitting area with sofa 
• Approx. 172 - 183 ft 2 with a balcony that is approx. 54 – 97 ft 2   Choose the stateroom type that best suits you:
• Balcony Aurea (best location, approx. 183 ft 2 , deck 9)
• Deluxe Balcony (approx. 172 – 183 ft 2 , decks 9 - 15) * Some staterooms have a metal balcony front, instead of glass. The image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same stateroom category).

Entertainment

MSC Seaside offers endless fun for everyone, with a high-tech theater, bowling alleys and an interactive, multi-story water park featuring 5 water slides, an adventure trail and an AquaPlay™ area designed for tots. There are also colorful kids’ play areas created in partnership with LEGO® and Chicco®.

Restaurants & Buffet

On MSC Seaside, you can enjoy the spectacular ocean views while you eat. And with nine delightful restaurants to choose from, including five sophisticated specialty restaurants, dining on MSC Seaside is as varied as it is delicious.

Explore the world full of Pan Asian flavours: Japanese, Hawaiian and European fusion food. Take a culinary journey into the taste sensations from the Land of the Rising Sun and savour a tantalising selection of popular cold and hot dishes from fresh sushi, sashimi, maki, tempura to delicious soups and rice dishes prepared to the highest standards. Our highly skilled chefs use only carefully sourced ingredients.

Ocean Cay Seafood Restaurant

A mouthwatering menu of sophisticated fish dishes and other recipes, made with the freshest ingredients and complemented by a wonderful wine list; these are the magic ingredients of the luxury fish restaurant.

Butcher's Cut

This American-style steak house serves select Linz heritage angus beef, gold standard in high-end angus beef thanks to the best genetics in breed. The highest quality product custom cut by master butchers and aged to perfection. The menu is inspired by the great plains and it is accompanied by bold New World wines and cocktails with swagger.

Seashore Restaurant

In our main restaurant, we offer a unique culinary experience every day. With our exquisite Mediterranean and international specialties and a daily changing menu, we ensure that no two days are the same, providing you with a fresh and exciting dining experience each time.

Ipanema Restaurant

Offering exquisite Mediterranean and international specialities and a change of menu everyday means that no two days are the same in our main restaurant.

Marketplace buffet restaurant

A wonderfully comfortable and casual place to eat. It’s the ideal place for enjoying a great informal Mediterranean dining experience with a spectacular sea view. Visible kitchens and a Mozzarella-making area allow guests to watch our chefs preparing the fresh food. The extensive buffet area includes various multifunction corners serving international dishes, ethnic cuisine, healthy options and a multitude of other tastes.

Biscayne buffet restaurant

The dedicated family buffet offers a variety of popular favourites and other tasty, healthy dishes that children will love.

Kaito Teppanyaki

Step in, choose your spot at one of four cooking stations and watch your delicious Japanese dishes come to life, right before your eyes. Our expert chefs cook with flair on an open grill: a feast for the senses that sees flames and the finest sizzling ingredients coming together to form delicious dishes you'll remember forever.

Kaito Sushi Bar

Tradition and modernity go hand in hand in this stylish sushi restaurant. This charming venue offers deliciously authentic Asian cuisine prepared on the spot with only the freshest, highest quality ingredients.

Bars & Lounges

Venchi 1878 chocolate bar and venchi 1878 gelato & crêperie.

A real chocolate experience by Venchi, the best luxury chocolate since 1878. A chocolate, gelato and coffee corner where guests can indulge in some of Venchi’s finest treats while watching the Venchimaîtres chocolatiers creating authentic Italian recipes through the glass window overlooking the kitchen lab.

Seaview Lounge

Cocktails and other drinks are available for your enjoyment in our Seaview Louge. Bar menu with classic cocktails, sparkling cocktails, Mojitos, zero-alcohol drinks, wines, beers, ciders, aperitifs, liqueurs and more. There are afternoon activities too, along with an extensive selection of tea.

Watch the game, or simply relax with a great choice of American or international beer, cocktails, spirits and more at this American-style sports bar.

Bistrot La Bohème

Our Bistrot la Bohème bar is the ideal spot to join friends for a cocktail or for a refreshing drink at any time of day. From traditional cocktails, our signature cocktails to the contemporary classics and French wines, there is something to suit your taste.

This relaxing outdoor pool bar is dedicated to guests who have chosen the Aurea Experience. The exclusive bar menu features a variety of coladas, margaritas, long drinks, frozen delights and many other refreshers.

Champagne Bar

With an array of first-rate champagne, bubblies, fresh oysters, caviar and fish, the chic Champagne Bar is a place to indulge in the finer things in life. To ensure we have only the best, we have painstakingly researched the quality of our sparkling wines and sourced them from the most renowned producers worldwide.

Garage Club

During the day, the Garage Club is dedicated to teenagers. At night, it’s a club with a powerful sound system and great cocktails. Dance the night away to our pumping sound system and enjoy a fantastic beverage range: long drinks, Spritz & Co, exciting premium cocktails and the latest mocktails.

Haven Lounge

Super cocktails are a feature of this cocktail bar. A signature MSC cocktail, a classic or something entirely new –you decide. This bar is an ideal spot to stop by to listen to live music and enjoy a drink from the extensive bar menu.

Thanks to its sliding roof, the indoor pool ensures maximum enjoyment in every season. On evenings when the weather prevents the outdoor pool areas from being used, it becomes a fantastic party venue, hosting a series of fun events on themes ranging from the ‘70s to The Great Gatsby.

Miami Beach Bar

Discover a world of frozen delights, cocktails, beers and soft drinks at the main poolside ice cream bar. Venchi artisanal ice-cream is made fresh daily.

Miami Casino

Hit the jackpot at our spacious bar in Le Grand Casino. Get that James Bond feeling, order a drink from our skilled bartenders and cast an eye over the Casino as you contemplate where lady luck will go to next. We have a wide variety of selected cocktails, mocktails, beer, wine and fine spirits to refresh yourself with as you take a break from play.

Seaside Bar

This bar is an ideal spot to join friends for a cocktail before a meal. Choose your favorite drink or ask our professional mixologist to prepare you a fabulous martini.

Ideally situated near the main dining room, this bar is a perfect place to join friends for an aperitif before a meal, or for an after-dinner shot, even vodka, whiskey or rum tastings.

South Beach Bar

The Sunset Beach Bar offers delicious Caribbean-style cocktails and punches, like Mojitos and frozen delights, as well as beer, mixed drinks, ciders, softs, fruit juices and alcohol-free cocktails.

Top Sail Lounge

Reserved exclusively for MSC Yacht Club Guests, this elegant lounge with its panoramic views offers the Yacht Club bar list of craft cocktails, beer, fine wine, soft drinks and coffee drinks. This elegant lounge equally offers a fine selection of gourmet finger food throughout the day. Enjoy spectacular views in this elegant lounge.

Wine & Cocktails

Surrounded by the specialty restaurants, Wine and Cocktails is an ideal place for a drink while waiting for a table in one of the specialty dining venues, or the place to stop by for a glass of wine after dinner.

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• 5. Cape Cod
• 6. Copacabana
• 7. South Beach
• 8. Ocean Cay
• 10. Maspalomas
• 11. Flamenco Beach
• 12. Las Salinas
• 13. Pink Sands
• 14. Mondello
• 15. Venice Beach
• 16. Miami Beach
• 18. Playa Paraiso
• 19. Biarritz
• 20. Sun Deck
• Deluxe Interior
• Premium Interior
• Deluxe Ocean View
• Deluxe Balcony
• Deluxe Balcony Aurea
• Junior Suite Aurea
• Deluxe Suite Aurea
• Premium Suite Aurea
• Grand Suite Aurea
• Two-Bedroom Grand Suite Aurea
• MSC Yacht Club Interior Suite
• MSC Yacht Club Deluxe Suite
• MSC Yacht Club Royal Suite

B:  Cabin with bathtub |  BS:  Cabin with bathtub and shower |  T:  Terrace |  W:  Balcony with whirlpool bath

• 3rd and 4th beds available in all categories except for MSC Yacht Club Interior Suite • 5th bed available in Premium Interior, Premium Suite Aurea with whirlpool, Two-Bedroom Grand Suite Aurea (cabins 11001, 12001 and 14001 have two double beds and one pullman bed) and MSC Yacht Club Deluxe Suite. • Our ships offer the possibility of combining 2 or 3 connecting cabins based on the ship class. Call our Contact Center to choose the best accommodation for you.

Ship configuration, data and descriptions may be subject to change depending on the season and on the destination and must be verified at the time of booking. 

• Gross tonnage: 153,516
• Number of passengers: 5,079
• Crew members: 1,513
• Number of staterooms: 2026
• Length / Beam / Height: 1,060 ft. / 135 ft. / 245 ft.
• Maximum speed: 22.95 knots

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Deluxe Interior

Premium interior, deluxe ocean view, deluxe balcony, balcony aurea, junior suite aurea, premium suite aurea, grand suite aurea, two-bedroom grand suite aurea, msc yacht club, msc yacht club interior suite, msc yacht club deluxe suite, msc yacht club royal suite.

3rd and 4th bed are pullman beds

Connecting cabins

Cabin for guests with disabilities or reduced mobility

Ambulatory accessible cabins

Double sofa bed

Cabins with obstructed view

Terrace with Whirlpool bath

3rd bed is a pullman bed

Bunk bed or sofa that can be converted into Bunk bed (3rd and 4th beds)*

Cabin with obstructed view, balcony with metal balustrade    balcony with half glass half metal balustrade  b: cabin with bathtub | bs: cabin with bathtub and shower | t: terrace | w: balcony with whirlpool bath *bunk beds are not suitable for children under the age of 6. • all cabins have one double bed convertible to two single beds except in msc yacht club royal suite and in cabins for guests with disabilities or reduced mobility (h); this does not apply to cabins 13066, 13073 and 13198. • 3rd and 4th beds available in all categories except for msc yacht club interior suite. • 5th bed available in premium interior, premium suite aurea with whirlpool, two-bedroom grand suite aurea (cabins 11001, 12001 and 14001 have two double beds and one pullman bed) and msc yacht club deluxe suite. • our ships offer the possibility of combining 2 or 3 connecting cabins based on the ship class. call our contact center to choose the best accommodation for you., ship configuration, data and descriptions may be subject to change depending on the season and on the destination and must be verified at the time of booking., sail on msc seaside.

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About MSC Seaside

Revolutionary and stunning, the first of MSC Cruises' Seaside Class was introduced in 2017 with the arrival of the 160,000-ton, 5,179-guest MSC Seaside. Aptly named, she was designed to enhance the cruise experience by providing a sense of closeness to the sea and is the largest in the fleet with the most outdoor space per passenger than any other cruise ship. Adding to this spacious open feel, are glass elevators boasting panoramic views and a glass-floored unique walkway.

Stroll along the 360° waterfront promenade that circumvents the ship and enjoy a myriad of stylish bars, alfresco dining venues , shops, swim and sunbathe. Get a relaxing treatment at the spa.

Excitement and fun is offered for everyone in the family, including a full-sized bowling alley, play areas for the kids and a restaurant just for them. Several youth programs are available onboard. Enjoy the thrills at the interactive multi-story aqua park, one of the largest at sea, featuring five different water slides, including two high-speed racing slides with loops extending over the side of the ship for unforgettable fun.

This high-tech ship has slide-boarding with interactive games, lights music and more. Tots even have their own adventure trail area. Try the ropes course where you will be ducking from the many spray cannons and the thrill of the zip lines on the top deck.

Varied cuisine at nine fabulous eateries include five specialty restaurants. A new Pan-Asian venue, steakhouse and seafood restaurant and other savory choices, are sure to please everyone's palate. Families are catered to throughout the MSC Seaside, with such features as a dedicated "kids-only" buffet.

Spacious accommodations include 14 aft corner suites and terraced balcony staterooms that overlook the promenade below. "Cluster staterooms" were specifically designed for families and some suites feature a private outdoor hot tub. All were designed to blend comfort and style.

Pure luxury is offered at the exclusive MSC Yacht Club. Here guests will find a high-end experience, a private lounge, pool and solarium, butler service and more. Delight your senses at luxury cabanas for spa treatments and two wellness staterooms.

Broadway-style shows are featured at the high-tech theater with unobstructed views. For an exciting evenening make your way to the casino, the disco or one of the many bars and lounges.

Experience the unparalleled MSC Seaside for an amazing vacation your entire family will love.

MSC Seaside cruises to the Caribbean.

Yacht Club Royal Suite

Comfortable king bed , Balcony with a private whirlpool bath and dining table, Separate living area and dining room, Spacious closet, Bathroom with shower and bathtub, vanity area and hairdryer, Interactive TV, telephone, safe and minibar, Wi-Fi, Approx. 667 ft2 with a balcony that is approx. 355 ft2 , Located on deck 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).

Yacht Club Deluxe Suite

Comfortable king bed that can be converted into two single beds on request, Balcony , Sitting area with sofa, Walk-in closet, Bathroom with shower or bathtub, vanity area and hairdryer, Interactive TV, telephone, safe and minibar, Wi-Fi, Accommodates up to 5 guests, Approx. 269 ft2 with a balcony that is approx. 86 ft2 , Located on decks 16-18. 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).

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. 226 ft2 , Located on decks 16-18, 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).

Two-Bedroom Grand Suite Aurea

Two-bedroom Suite- Bedroom 1: Comfortable king bed, Bedroom 2: Two single beds, Walk-in closet, Two bathrooms- Bathroom 1: Shower, vanity area and hairdryer, Bathroom 2: Bathtub, vanity area and hairdryer, Balcony, Sitting area with sofa or separate living area, Interactive TV, telephone, safe and minibar, Wi-Fi access available ($), Accommodates up to 5 guests, Approx. 527 ft2 with a balcony that is approx. 183 ft2 , Located on decks 11-14, The image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same stateroom category).

Aurea Grand Suite

Comfortable king bed that can be converted into two single beds on request, Balcony, Sitting area with sofa or separate living area, Walk-in closet, Bathroom with shower or bathtub, vanity area and hairdryer, Interactive TV, telephone, safe and minibar, Wi-Fi access available ($), Approx. 377 – 527 ft2 with a balcony that is approx. 183 ft2 , Located on decks 9-13, The image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same stateroom category).

Premium Suite Aurea With Whirlpool

Comfortable king bed that can be converted into two single beds on request, Balcony with a private whirlpool bath, 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 ($), Accommodates up to 5 guests, Approx. 301 ft2 with a balcony that is approx. 75 ft2 , Located on decks 9-15, The image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same stateroom category).

Premium Suite Aurea With Terrace

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. 301 ft2 with a balcony that is approx. 409 ft2 , Located on deck 9, The image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same stateroom category).

Premium Suite Aurea

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. 280 – 344 ft2 with a balcony that is approx. 97 – 151 ft2 , Located on decks 9-15, The image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same stateroom category).

Deluxe Suite Aurea

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. 215 ft2 with a balcony that is approx. 86 ft2 , Located on decks 9-15, The image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same stateroom category).

Junior Suite Aurea

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. 183 ft2 with a balcony that is approx. 172 ft2 , Located on deck 9, 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. 172 - 183 ft2 with a balcony that is approx. 54 – 97 ft2 , Choose the stateroom type that best suits you: Balcony Aurea (best location, approx. 183 ft2, deck 9) *Some staterooms have a metal balcony front, instead of glass. 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. 172 - 183 ft2 with a balcony that is approx. 54 – 97 ft2 , Choose the stateroom type that best suits you: Deluxe Balcony (approx. 172 – 183 ft2, decks 9-15) *Some staterooms have a metal balcony front, instead of glass. 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. 183 ft2 , Located on deck 5, The image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same stateroom category).

Premium Interior

Comfortable king bed that can be converted into two single beds on request, Spacious closet, Bathroom with shower, vanity area and hairdryer, Interactive TV, telephone, safe and minibar, Wi-Fi access available ($), Accommodates up to 5 guests, Approx. 151 – 301 ft2, Choose the stateroom type that best suits you: Premium Interior (approx. 301 ft2, deck 10) *Some staterooms for guests with disabilities or reduced mobility have twin beds that can’t be converted into king bed. 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, Spacious closet, Bathroom with shower, vanity area and hairdryer, Interactive TV, telephone, safe and minibar, Wi-Fi access available ($), Accommodates up to 5 guests, Approx. 151 – 301 ft2, Choose the stateroom type that best suits you: Deluxe Interior (approx. 151 – 183 ft2, decks 5-15) *Some staterooms for guests with disabilities or reduced mobility have twin beds that can’t be converted into king bed. The image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same stateroom category).

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Cholotale Factory

Cholotale Factory.

Fish Restaurant

Fish Restaurant.

Fusion Restaurant

Fusion Restaurant.

Restaurant.

Teppanyaki Restaurant

Vip Restaurant

Vip Restaurant.

The stunning high-tech theater is the ideal venue to enjoy spectacular Broadway-style shows, with a varied program offering compelling entertainment every evening of your cruise.

Meeting Rooms

Meeting Rooms.

Reception Vip Area

Lido Pool and Spa Pool

Lido Pool and Spa Pool.

Miami Beach Pool

Miami Beach Pool.

MSC Yacht Club Pool

MSC Yacht Club Pool.

Decks: 7 18

Raised Pool

Raised Pool.

Whirlpool Tubs

Whirlpool Tubs.

Adventure Trail

Adventure Trail.

Forest Aquaventure Park

With its multi-story aqua park, MSC Seaside offers one of the largest and most interactive water attractions at sea. It prides itself on its four different water slides, including two high-speed racing slides with clear loops extending over the side of the ship. For the first time on a cruise ship, MSC Seaside will feature Slide-boarding technology, combining an interactive game, lights, music and a 367-foot water slide. Also boasts an AquaPlay™ area for tots and an adventure trail, the aqua park truly has something for everyone.

MSC Sports Arena

MSC Sports Arena.

Waterplay Area

Waterplay Area.

Boutique Accessories

Boutique Accessories.

Barber Shop

Barber Shop.

Galleria Shop

Galleria Shop.

Beauty Arcade

Beauty Arcade.

Beauty Parlor

Beauty Parlor.

Spa Wellness Area

Spa Wellness Area.

5D Cinemas.

Children's Area

Children's Area.

Art Gallery

Art Gallery.

Photo shop.

Enjoy all the fun of two full-size bowling lanes, where you can challenge friends and family to the last pin!

Atrium Bar.

Decks: 8 6 7 18 16

IndoorPool Bar

IndoorPool Bar.

Miramar Bar

Miramar Bar.

MSC Yacht Club Grill & Bar

News and Comedy Club Bar

News and Comedy Club Bar.

SushiFood Bar

SushiFood Bar.

Bar Vip Lounge

Bar Vip Lounge.

Family Lounge

Family Lounge.

Magrodome Area

Magrodome Area.

MSC Yacht Club Sun Deck

MSC Yacht Club Sun Deck.

Top 19 exclusive solarium

Top 19 exclusive solarium.

Decks: 5 6 7 8

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MSC Seaside deck plans, layouts

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MSC Seaside Deck Plans

MSC Seaside has 15 passenger decks and 1931 cabins on board. Click on the name of the deck you need to see the layout of the cabins. Use the + and - buttons(or double-click the left mouse button) to zoom in/out on the MSC Seaside deck plan picture. The legend can be found at the bottom of the page

Deck 5. Cape Cod

Deck 6. copacabana, deck 7. south beach, deck 8. ocean cay, deck 9. lanikai, deck 10. maspalomas, deck 11. flamenco beach, deck 12. las salinas, deck 13. pink sands, deck 14. mondello, deck 15. venice beach, deck 16. miami beach, deck 18. playa paraiso, deck 19. biarritz, deck 20. sun deck.

• Deluxe Interior
• Premium Interior
• Deluxe Ocean View
• Deluxe Balcony
• Deluxe Balcony Aurea
• Junior Suite Aurea
• Deluxe Suite Aurea
• Premium Suite Aurea
• Grand Suite Aurea
• Two-Bedroom Grand Suite Aurea
• MSC Yacht Club Interior Suite
• MSC Yacht Club Deluxe Suite
• MSC Yacht Club Royal Suite

B:  Cabin with bathtub |  BS:  Cabin with bathtub and shower |  T:  Terrace |  W:  Balcony with whirlpool bath

• All cabins have one double bed convertible to two single beds except in MSC Yacht Club Royal Suite and in cabins for guests with disabilities or reduced mobility (H); this does not apply to cabins 13066, 13073 and 13198. • 3rd and 4th beds available in all categories except for MSC Yacht Club Interior Suite. • 5th bed available in Premium Interior, Premium Suite Aurea with whirlpool, Two-Bedroom Grand Suite Aurea (cabins 11001, 12001 and 14001 have two double beds and one pullman bed) and MSC Yacht Club Deluxe Suite. • Our ships offer the possibility of combining 2 or 3 connecting cabins based on the ship class. Call our Contact Center to choose the best accommodation for you.

Ship configuration, data and descriptions may be subject to change depending on the season and on the destination and must be verified at the time of booking. 

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MSC SEASIDE

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ITINERARIES

Get ready to dive into one of our pools, let your hair down at the themed parties, treat yourself to something delicious in one of our amazing restaurants, and much more!  

Main Features

Waterfront boardwalk.

Miami Beach Pool

South Beach Pool

Four decks atrium

MSC Yacht Club

MSC Aurea Spa

State-of-the-art gym

staterooms & Suites

• Surface approx 62 sqm, balcony approx 33 sqm with private whirlpool bath and dining table, deck 16
• Separate living area and dining room
• Spacious wardrobe
• Bathroom with shower and bathtub, vanity area with hairdryer
• Comfortable double bed
• 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

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

• Surface approx 25 sqm, balcony approx 8 sqm, deck 16-18
• Sitting area with sofa
• Walk-in wardrobes
• Bathroom with shower or bathtub, vanity area with hairdryer
• Comfortable double or single beds (on request)
• Can accomodate up to 5 people

• Surface approx 21 sqm, deck 16 and 18
• Wifi cnnection included

• Surface approx 49 sqm, balcony approx 17 sqm, deck 11-14
• Sitting area with sofa or separate living area
• Two bathrooms, one with bathtub and one with shower, vanity areas with hairdryers
• 2 bedrooms, one with double bed and one with two single beds
• Walk-in wardrobe
• Interactive TV, telephone, Wifi connection available (for a fee), safe and minibar
• Can accomodate up to 6 people

• Surface approx 35-49 sqm, large balcony 10-21 sqm, deck 9-13
• Can accommodate up to 5 people

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

• Surface approx 28 sqm, balcony approx 7 sqm with its own private whirlpool bath, deck 9-15
• Bathroom with shower or bathtub, vanity area with hairdryers

• Surface approx 28 sqm, balcony approx 38 sqm, deck 9
• Spacious Wardrobe
• Surface approx 26-32 sqm, balcony approx 9-14 sqm, deck 9-15
• Surface approx 20 sqm, balcony approx 8 sqm, deck 9-15
• Surface approx 17 sqm, balcony approx 16 sqm, deck 9

• Surface  17 sqm, balcony 9 sqm*, deck 9

*Some cabins have a metal balcony front, instead of glass.

• Surface 17 sqm, balcony 5 sqm, deck 9-10

• Surface approx 17 sqm, deck 5
• Window with sea view
• Relaxing armchair
• Bathroom with shower, vanity area with hairdryer

• Surface approx 28 sqm, deck 10
• Interactive TV, telephone, wifi connection available (for a fee), safe and minibar
• Comfortable double or single beds (on request*)

*Some cabins for guests with disabilities or reduced mobility have twin beds that can’t be converted into double beds.

• Surface  14 sqm, deck 5-10

Entertainment

Restaurants & Buffet

Pan asian market kitchen by roy yamaguchi.

Ocean Cay Restaurant

Butcher's Cut

Teppanyaki Restaurant by Roy Yamaguchi

Bars & Lounges

Venchi 1878 Chocolate Bar and Venchi 1878 Gelato & Crêperie

Seaview Lounge

Bistrot La Boheme

Champagne Bar

Garage Club

Haven Lounge

Miami Beach Bar

Miami Casino

Seaside Bar

South Beach

Top Sail Lounge

Wine & Cocktails

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• 8. Ocean Cay
• 10. Maspalomas
• 11. Flamenco Beach
• 12. Las Salinas
• 13. Pink Sands
• 14. Mondello
• 15. Venice Beach
• 16. Miami Beach
• 18. Playa Paraiso
• 19. Biarritz
• 20. Sun Deck
• Deluxe Interior
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• Deluxe Ocean View
• Deluxe Balcony
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• Junior Suite Aurea
• Deluxe Suite Aurea
• Premium Suite Aurea
• Grand Suite Aurea
• Two-Bedroom Grand Suite Aurea
• MSC Yacht Club Interior Suite
• MSC Yacht Club Deluxe Suite
• MSC Yacht Club Royal Suite

B:  Cabin with bathtub |  BS:  Cabin with bathtub and shower |  T:  Terrace |  W:  Balcony with whirlpool bath

• All cabins have one double bed convertible to two single beds except in MSC Yacht Club Royal Suite and in cabins for guests with disabilities or reduced mobility (H); this does not apply to cabins 13066, 13073 and 13198. • 3rd and 4th beds available in all categories except for MSC Yacht Club Interior Suite. • 5th bed available in Premium Interior, Premium Suite Aurea with whirlpool, Two-Bedroom Grand Suite Aurea (cabins 11001, 12001 and 14001 have two double beds and one pullman bed) and MSC Yacht Club Deluxe Suite. • Our ships offer the possibility of combining 2 or 3 connecting cabins based on the ship class. Call our Contact Center to choose the best accommodation for you.

Ship configuration, data and descriptions may be subject to change depending on the season and on the destination and must be verified at the time of booking. 

• Gross tonnage: 153,516
• Number of passengers: 5084
• Crew members: 1513
• Number of cabins: 2026
• Length / Beam / Height: 323 m / 41 m / 74.8 m
• Maximum speed: 22.95 knots

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MSC Seaside Deck Plans & Reviews

MSC Seaside

Activities & entertainment

• Arts Classes
• Barber Shop *
• Dance Classes
• Deck Parties
• F1 Simulator *
• Forest Aquaventure Park
• Hair Salon *
• Hot Tubs (13)
• Hydrotherapy Pool *
• Interactive XD Cinema *
• Medi-Spa Center *
• MSC Aurea Spa *
• MSC Gym by Technogym
• Pedicure /Manicure *
• Spa Wellness Area *
• Sports Tournaments
• The Library
• Virtual Games Arcade *
• Waterslides
• Baby Club Chicco
• Doremi Studio
• Junior Club LEGO
• Mini Club LEGO
• Comedy Performances
• Haven Lounge
• Metropolitan Theater
• Miami Casino *
• Piazza Grande
• Asian Market Kitchen by Roy Yamaguchi - Asian *
• Seaside Bar - Atrium Bar *
• Shine Bar - Atrium Bar *
• Biscayne Bay Buffet & Pizzeria - Casual
• Marketplace Buffet - Casual
• Champagne Bar - Champagne *
• Wine & Cocktails - Clubby Bar *
• Venchi Cioccogelateria & Coffee Bar - Coffee & Pastries *
• Bistro - La Bohéme - French *
• Ipanema Restaurant - International
• Seashore Restaurant - International
• Jungle Bar - Pool Bar *
• Jungle Pool Lounge - Pool Bar *
• Miami Beach Bar - Pool Bar
• Miramar Bar - Pool Bar *
• South Beach Bar - Pool Bar *
• Ocean Cay Restaurant - Seafood *
• Sports Bar - Sports Bar *
• Butcher's Cut - Steakhouse *
• Aurea Bar - Suite Guests
• MSC Yacht Club Grill - Suite Guests
• MSC Yacht Club Restaurant - Suite Guests
• MSC Yacht Club Sundeck & Bar - Suite Guests
• Top Sail Lounge - Suite Guests
• Venchi Gelateria & Creperie - Sweets *
• Excellent 116
• Very Good 77
• Terrible 139
• All languages ( 471 )
• English ( 319 )
• Italian ( 75 )
• French ( 31 )

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MSC Seaside Deck 5 deck plan

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Cabin Check Tool

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Public Spaces on Deck 5

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Seashore Restaurant

Seaside Bar

Art Gallery

Atrium Deck 5

Guest Services

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Accessible cabins on Deck 5

These cabins are on the MSC Seaside

Cabin 5020 IR1 Category Interior

Cabin 5048 IR1 Category Interior

Cabin 5051 IR1 Category Interior

Cabin 5150 IR1 Category Interior

Cabin 5160 OR1 Category Oceanview

Cabin 5162 OR1 Category Oceanview

Cabin 5164 OR1 Category Oceanview

Cabin 5166 OR1 Category Oceanview

Cabin 5167 OR1 Category Oceanview

Cabin 5169 OR1 Category Oceanview

Cabin 5171 OR1 Category Oceanview

Cabin 5173 OR1 Category Oceanview

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Deluxe Interior (low deck)

Inside Cabin

Type: Interior

Cabin is 150 ft 2

Cabin size ranges from 150 to 156 square foot. Square inside cabins are 172 square feet. Forward I3 cabins on deck 10 are inside because they are enclosed in the hull of the ship. Category IL1 (NOTE: ONLY 2 CABINS IN THIS CATEGORY) sleeps up to 5, all others sleep up to 4.

*Actual cabin size and layout may differ from size and diagram shown.

CDP Code: Interior

- Beds can be two single or one double - Spacious wardrobe - Bath with shower - Interactive TV - Telephone - Wifi connection (for a fee) - Air conditioning. - Mini bar - Safe

Deluxe Ocean View (low deck)

Type: Oceanview

Cabin is 183 ft 2

CDP Code: Oceanview

- Single or double (on request) beds - Spacious wardrobe - bath with shower or tub - Interactive TV - Telephone - Wifi connection (for a fee) - Mini bar - Safe - Air conditioning.

MSC Seaside Cruise Review

I f you are looking for a good value for your money (and who isn’t these day?), then I’d recommend taking a look at MSC. On our recent fall cruise on the MSC Seaside, we found the Seaside to be clean, with nice open public spaces, and a gracious crew. The value of the cruise to the money we spent was fantastic, and this was the weighty factor in our choosing this ship and line.

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Table of Contents

How to get to port canaveral cruise port, hilton orlando buena vista palace – disney springs area, wyndham grand orlando resort bonnet creek, cabana bay resort, booking your cruise on msc seaside.

Bella, Fantastica and Aurea Experiences: What are the Differences & Perks

Stateroom Perks and Features

All suites on msc seaside come with aurea experience perks, pre/post cruise option orlando theme parks.

The ship is home-ported in Port Canaveral, Florida. Port Canaveral is easily reached by flights into Orlando International airport, Orlando Sanford International, and even Jacksonville International airport. However, out of the three, Orlando is the easiest, both in terms of the number of daily flights, and ease of airport navigation.

My suggestion, especially if arriving through either Orlando International or Orlando Sanford International is to add a day to the front end and a day to the back end of your MSC Seaside cruise and explore the area. There is so much to do in Orlando, and certainly don’t discount Port Canaveral – it has a lot as well, including Kennnedy Space Center. Once you’ve arrived, you can either rent a car , or hire a car service to take you to the port on the day of embarkation.

Where to Stay If I Arrive Early

There are so many options here! You can stay in Orlando, and there are several hotels we like in this area. If you want to arrive a few days prior to your cruise and visit the theme parks – Disney or Universal, you can stay at one of the park-affiliated hotels. If visiting Disney, and staying in one of the affiliated hotels, you will get complimentary transportation to and from the resort and the park.

Hotel Options for Pre/Post MSC Seaside Cruise Stay for Disney World

I don’t know about you, but I hate having to pay for parking….especially at theme parks! So whenever we visit Disney or Universal, we try to stay at one of the theme park recommended hotels that offer shuttle service.

The Hilton Orlando Buena Vista Palace is located within the Disney World Resort and provides FREE theme park transfer service, making it one of our top choices for a theme park resort stay. Another plus is that it is connected to the Disney Springs dining and entertainment complex, which is one of my favorite places to visit.

The guest rooms have flat-screen TVs, small refrigerators (a nice perk!) and good bed linens. It is part of the Hilton brand, so if you are a frequent traveler and part of their reward program, you may get better pricing and/or perks. Amenities include on-site parking, breakfast, two pools, 4 restaurants, wifi throughout, fitness center, bar, and a golf course nearby.

The Wyndham Grand Orlando Resort Bonnet Creek is another hotel within the Disney resort group, and offers a FREE shuttle to the Disney parks. This hotel offers five swimming pools, they are pet friendly (Zach loves staying at the Wyndham!), two restaurants, and a spa. Perched on Lake Buena Vista with gorgeous tropical foliage, this hotel is amazing!

The rooms have flat-screen TVs, iPod docking stations, refrigerators, robes and spa amenities in each room. The spa is perfect for getting relaxed from all the park activities before you leave for your cruise. It offers both inside and outside treatment rooms, and a nail salon. There is also a fitness room and lagoon style resort pool. We’ve stayed at the Wyndham, though it has been several years, and one of our top reasons for choosing this hotel is that they are pet friendly, IF you are not visiting prior to a cruise departure, you’ll be really pleased with the dog-friendly option .

Hotel Options for Pre/Post MSC Seaside Cruise Stay for Universal Orlando

At Cabana Bay Resort not only do you get COMPLIMENTARY shuttle service to the parks, you also get EARLY PARK ADMISSION to the Wizarding World of Harry Potter & Volcano Bay water park an hour before the park officially opens, making this resort one of the best choices for a pre-cruise stay. All the rooms at the resort feature flat-screen TVs, and other amenities include on-site parking, six restaurants, two pools, coffee shop (I love hotels and resorts that offer this – I don’t function without my early morning cup of coffee!) and wifi throughout the resort.

10 Quick Facts About the MSC Seaside

• The Seaside debuted in 2017, and was considered the 14th largest ship in the world
• The Yacht Club provides more than other ship’s VIP sections. On the Seaside, the exclusive Yacht Club area is extremely large, covering 5 decks! In addition to the perks listed above, the private Yacht Club offers a themed restaurant, private theater, private pool and a private bowling alley!
• The ship does not offer a quantity of dining experiences; however they are laser focused on the quality of the food that they serve.
• The entertainment is high quality; one of the things we love about this ship is that the shows were all broadway quality.
• There are nine bars and lounges onboard the Seaside, so there are plenty of options for sipping.
• There are four pool, four water slides, three hot tubs.
• The spa is phenomenal, and I loved the hydro therapy pool and heated ceramic beds
• MSC puts a high priority on kids , so there are kids clubs for all ages, including teens, and a fun waterpark that will keep them entertained.
• Dress onboard is casual during the day and business casual in the evenings.
• They designed the ship for maximum passenger flow, meaning that there are shorter wait times for the elevators, even during the high traffic times.

What To Not to Take on a Cruise

First time cruisers, and even some seasoned travelers struggle with what to take on a cruise. Here is a list of things you don’t need to take on your MSC cruise:

• Coffee maker/electric kettle
• Beach towels
• Candles / Incense
• Expensive jewelry
• Too many clothes/shoes
• Power strip / Extension cord

What should you bring with you on your cruise:

• A lanyard to keep your cruise card
• Backpack / Beach bag
• Cash for tips (PRO TIP: Prepay for your gratuities)
• Cross body purse (women)
• Waterproof phone case
• Rain poncho

Cruising on MSC Seaside – What to Know & How to Plan

We were pleasantly surprised by our MSC cruise , especially the cost to value. MSC is a relative newcomer to the North American cruising market, having entered into the US market in 2017. It has undergone many changes during this time, and now, in my humble opinion, with the options it brings it is quickly becoming a major competitor for Carnival, Royal Caribbean and even Celebrity.

Prior to my booking our MSC cruise on the Seaside , I did extensive research, reading countless reviews across a myriad number of publications. The reviews were mixed, but there was one strand running through them all – MSC has a few quirks and snags that are still being worked through in the North American market. That said, in our experience, having taken two MSC cruises in 2023 they are working out their quirks.

The booking process is a multi-step and multi-stage process. First you choose where you want to cruise to; then your departure port option(s); in the US these departure ports are New York, Miami, Port Canaveral (Orlando), and debuting in 2025 will be Galveston. Once you choose your departure port, then you will choose your departure date, a selection of all the ports that encompass the destination will show, click on the port you want, and then a selection of dates will show, along with the length of the cruise, and the beginning price, along with the ship.

The next stage is to select the cruise you want, with the itinerary you want. Once you do that, a screen pops up that reads “Choose Your Cruise Offer.” We choose the Best Value because it includes a drink package, and it is still quite affordable. Once you’ve chosen your cruise offer, the window brings you the total cost of the cruise, without any upgrades. When you click “Next” you’ll be taken to a screen that reads “Select Your Stateroom Category.”

Choose your category, you’ll see the new total for the cruise, click “Next.” Now you choose your cruise experience – Bella, Fantastic, or Aurea. We prefer the Aurea experience, because of some of the perks like Anytime Dining that are included. Then you get to choose your stateroom (in both the Bella and Fantasia experiences, you will be assigned a stateroom). Finally the last few steps involve inputting your personal information, and voilá you’ve booked your cruise! The booking process is not hard nor complicated, but there are a lot of steps to the final “I’ve booked my cruise stage.”

Bella, Fantastica and Aurea Experiences : What are the Differences & Perks

MSC’s cabins are attached to bookable “experiences,” which are Bella, Fantastica, Aurea and MSC Yacht Club. Each of these experiences offers a list of amenities and multiple cabin types.

The Bella Experience is the most basic of all and includes all the standard amenities, including line-branded toiletries, free buffet and main dining room meals, and most entertainment. Fantastica adds a few perks, such as free breakfast delivery to the cabin and the chance to request preferred dinner sitting in the main dining room.

Passengers who book the MSC Seaside Aurea Experience will get the most spacious cabins, along with privileges such as priority embarkation and disembarkation; prosecco and chocolate on arrival; free 24-hour room service, and free access to the Top Exclusive Solarium, anytime dining, and other perks.

The MSC Yacht Club is the highest cabin category, and it really is an all-inclusive luxury experience! This experience offers access to the accommodations via key card. The experience also includes dining in a private restaurant just for the Yacht Club, a private sundeck and pool, and an exclusive lounge with food and drinks, 24-hour butler service, free access to the spa’s thermal suite, and luggage packing/unpacking services.

Now that your cruise day is finally here, and you are set to depart, so what can you expect onboard your MSC Seaside cruise?

MSC Seaside Cabins

The standard cabin sizes on the MSC Seaside are, by industry standards, average. They all have two twin beds that can be pushed together for a king. Every cabin includes a couch, small nightstands, hair dryer, desk with chair, and a minibar (you will pay for these items), a spacious closet with sliding doors, flat-screen TV that is interactive with the MSC for Me app, on-demand movies (again for a fee), news channels, and cruise information channel.

The lights are turned on with your cruise card, and near the door are two switches to let your cabin steward know the room needed to be made up – this was confusing, because the lights are outside your door in the hall, so we had to double check we had hit the correct button.

A major plus for us was the number of outlets, including USB outlets. We each had six individual electronics – our phones, smart watches, and kindles, and we were able to plug all of them in.

The bathrooms are small compared to other cruise lines that we cruised on. The counter area is small, but there is a lot of shelf space. The toiletries are shampoo and shower gel. We were disappointed there was no body lotion; especially on a Bahamas cruise where you want the lotion after a day in the ocean.

Interior:  MSC Seaside interior cabins come in two different categories – Deluxe and Premium. All sleep up to five guests and range from 151 to 301 square feet. Instead of a sofa, these rooms have a chair.

Ocean View:  The ship’s outside cabins are all located on Deck 5 and come in at 183 square feet each.

Balcony:  Non-suite balcony staterooms on MSC Seaside range in size between 172 and 183 square feet (not including balconies). Deluxe balcony cabins have a 54-square-foot balcony with two upright chairs and a small drinks table; Deluxe Balcony Aurea rooms are all on Deck 9 and feature 97-square-foot balconies, two loungers, and a chair and table. Some cabins in this category also have showers with bathtubs.

Junior Suite:  These units offer 183 square feet of indoor space plus a 172-square-foot balcony that has two loungers and a drinks table. Junior Suites can only be booked with the Aurea experience.

Deluxe Suite Aurea:  Located on decks 9 to 15, these entry-level suites offer 215 square feet of indoor space, plus 86 square feet of outdoor space.

Premium Suite Aurea:  The most basic Premium Suite on MSC Seaside comes in between 280 and 344 square feet and features large balconies ranging in size from 97 to 151 square feet. Units with terraces are slightly larger at 301 square feet; the highlight is the massive 409-square-foot outdoor space.

Premium Suites with private on-balcony whirlpools are 301 square feet apiece. In addition to large balconies (75 square feet) with upright seating and a small drinks table, they also include a sitting area with sofa, a small glass table and a walk-in closet.

Grand Suites:  They range from 377 to 527 square feet with up to 183-square-foot balconies that hold several upright chairs and a couple of drinks tables. Each also offers an indoor dining table with chairs, a sofa and small glass table, and a walk-in closet.

These suites feature either one or two bedrooms, plus two bathrooms, including one with a tub.

Dining Onboard the Seaside

There are two main dining rooms on MSC’s Seaside, Seashore and Ipanema, and they are identical. You will be assigned to one of these two dining rooms. If you book in the Aurea experience, then you will be assigned a dining room, but you can dine anytime at the assigned restaurant during the open hours. Our first night onboard we were seated in a very private and intimate table by a window, and that is where we dined each evening. It was pleasant, and we felt as if we were on a date every night! You were not rushed to finish dinner, so we lingered and savored our meals and wine.

The food was tasty and well prepared, however the menu is not large. If red meat is not on the menu and you would like a steak, they will offer it, but it will be with an uncharge for the Linz heritage beef. The portions were not large, which appealed to Jim and I as we don’t like large portions, we prefer to order an appetizer, a salad or soup, our entree, and finish with dessert. The waitstaff was always smiling, pleasant and knowledgeable about the dishes.

The other dining venues on the Seaside included two buffet options, The Marketplace Buffet on Deck 8 (open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner) and the Biscayne Bay Buffet on Deck 16 (open for Breakfast & lunch), and both offer almost the same cuisine. We found that Biscayne Bay was noisy, because of so many families. We preferred the Marketplace. One standout item that MSC does well is their pizza. It is, in my opinion, the very best pizza I have eaten on any ship. Do not miss trying this stellar dish!

MSC does offer four speciality restaurants, the Asian Market, Ocean Cay, Butcher’s Cut, and Venichi 1878; however we opted out of these. We find speciality restaurants can be a niche change up on a longer cruise, but for a short 3 night Bahamas cruise, we did not try them.

Overall I believe that MSC is a great value for the money, and a cruise line that is a good choice for families. We’ve taken two cruises on MSC, one for my husband and I and one with our family. Both cruises were fun, relaxing, and best of all, a good value for the money.

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4 passengers arrested for alleged rape aboard MSC Seaside

Italian authorities have detained four young passengers on charges of allegedly raping an Italian woman aboard the MSC Seaside while the ship was traveling from Marseille to Genoa .

The Genoa border police led the investigation, successfully identifying the suspects.

The MSC Seaside docked in Genoa on the evening of May 17, and remained in port until the next evening as the investigation was conducted, according to several Italian news sources.

Ship security identified the suspects, who were then handed over to the police. Authorities have reviewed footage from onboard CCTV cameras and interviewed multiple witnesses.

~4000 passengers, including school groups from Messina Sicily , were temporarily confined on board during the investigation.

The suspects, all slightly over 18 years old, are under strict confidentiality as the investigation proceeds.

Following the prosecutor's approval, the ship was allowed to continue the voyage.

At the time of the accident, MSC Seaside was on a 7-day roundtrip itinerary from Palermo Sicily which started on May 13th and ended on May 20th.

For more MSC Seaside incidents and accidents see the ship's CruiseMinus page .