MSC Lirica Review

Pleasant !!

Review for the Eastern Mediterranean Cruise on MSC Lirica
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Parul Kapoor
First Time Cruiser • Age 40s

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Sail Date: Jun 2018
Cabin: Fantastica Balcony Stateroom
Traveled with children

We chose Lirica to sail across Italy, Greece and Dubronvik. Was happy with most of the ports, halts, amenities on the cruise and excursions. We took guided excursions at every stop and were satisfied with the trips. There was an excursion of Paradise island, Corfu, that got cancelled due to strong winds n rough sea condition but the cruise refunded the excursion fee in full. We faced some issues using our travelers card as it got blocked due to multiple transactions by the cruise. Its advisable to carry more than one card or have a back plan in case travelers card does not work.

Most of the restaurant had set menu, depending on the theme nights, but we were lucky to get an Indian chef, from Pune, who prepared special Indian meals for us. My husband, being a vegetarian, was extremely pleased.

My son enjoyed the kids club as he met a few english speaking kids.

Cabin Review

Fantastica Balcony Stateroom

Cabin was extremely small with a queen bed and bunk bed and a balcony, with seating for two. Was my first cruise so do not have a reference point. Maintenance, including housekeeping, in room dining, etc. was good.

Port Reviews

Venice

Onboarding was smooth but they tend to upsell. We were coaxed till we finally opted for unlimited beverage plan inclusion.

Mykonos

We booked an excursion that took us first to the city for local food sampling, visit local church and then took us to a beach.

Bari

Took guided excursion of the polignano caves and city tour.

Crete (Heraklion)

Guided tour. Sad town full of oldies!

Crete (Heraklion)

Happening town! but we got left behind .. guide took no notice n went ahead with her tour ..

Corfu

Excursion got cancelled due to strong winds n rough winds. Money was refunded in full. We went kayaking in choppy sea, only to get stuck in strong current n regret it. Fortunately was able to row self n son to safety.

Dubrovnik

Excellent guide. Bought me a half ticket thinking i was a kid !! Dubrovnik is a great destination. Will visit again.

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