Southampton to Europe - British Isles & Western MSC Virtuosa Cruise Reviews

I wanted to segue to a second cruise after my trans-atlantic on Regal Princess ended on 30 April in Southampton. This cruise was leaving same day from there. The price was excellent for a single studio and included beverages and internet. The 12 night itinerary included calls in Portugal, Spain, Madeira and Canary Islands. Due to physical limitations I would be happy staying on board. The ...

23 cruises under my belt but never tried MSC. So booked a short break on Virtuosa to Rotterdam and Zebrugge. Then read the reviews on here and dreaded it. But just back and pleased to say, it wasn't too bad at all - certainly exceeded expectations as long as you don't go on expecting a luxury cruise. It does what it says on the tin. Pros Good value Friendly staff Clean room Good ...

Boarding at Southampton was smooth and when onboard this beautiful ship doesn't fail to impress. It's a big ship and wide so you sort of lose the sense you're on the water sometimes. This was our second cruise with MSC the first was on the Preziosa last October. There were definitely things I preferred about the smaller ship. Dinning 1. Food in the MDR was of a high standard. The fish ...

We chose this cruise as this is a new ship and we like to experience new vessels. Well where do I start ,got to southampton ,it then took 3 1/2 hours to board the ship,yes really 3 1/2 hours. Eventually got to the cabin ,guess what NO luggage,several phone calls later before cases found. Now missed dinner slot ,had to wait for second sitting hours since we had eaten,would add no tea ...

Chose this cruise due to Covid situation to avoid possible isolation on return home. Told by MSC to arrive for 11am and it took an hour and a half to get on board - appreciate that we had to have Covid tests, but the delay was partly due to the regular passengers being left outside while the Yacht Club passengers boarded. Not a great start. Virtuosa is a very beautiful ship with sparkly staircases ...

Seasoned cruiser with family. Cruised with most of the major cruise lines, this was our first with MSC. At 4.5k for a week (outside balcony and cruise tours at all the ports) I thought is was on the expensive side. The ship is fantastic to look at and has some good venues. Dined four times in the evening at the MDR, the food was good on one occasion, average on two and poor at one. The ...