We had been mulling over booking MSC for a long time.We were regular NCL cruisers who were looking for a change as we felt the quality and value had declined since new leadership took over. We finally pulled the trigger because a) great package price thru an airline carrier b) status match program and c) the positive comments on the MSC forum regarding the Cruise Critic Parties and interaction with senior staff.
Overall we had a very good time and will definitely sail the Seaside in 2018
Good- Ship was clean and well maintained
Great cabin- starboard forward-quiet, clean, spacious. I was worried there would be a lot of motion being at front of ship but overall smooth sailing.