Cape Town Senior Cruises Cruise Reviews
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3.7
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"Starting with a chaotic transfer from hotel to ship, this cruise was destined to disappoint with nonexistent shore support following hospitalisation resulting from an allergic reaction to a ship-provided meal and..."Read More
Kirkbrideis
10+ Cruises
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Age 70s
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SusanelizabethP
10+ Cruises
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Age 60s
My husband and I usually cruise Celebrity but chose this cruise for its itinerary and the reputation of excellent food and service . Unfortunately we were disappointed by both .
The embarkation was a disaster .
Due to high winds in Cape Town the ship was late in arriving in dock . In fact over a day late but it did not warn passengers
On the day , no one answered phone calls and there ...
Read MoreSail Date: January 2020
Departure Port: Galveston
Cabin Type: Penthouse Suite
8 Helpful Votes
HRJEN
10+ Cruises
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Age 70s
Background: We had booked a 14-day fly/cruise package directly through Fred Olsen leaving from Cape Town, visiting Port Elizabeth, Richard’s Bay, Mayotte, Madagascar and the Seychelles.
Flights: Instead of the direct flight we were supposed to have, we had to go through Johannesburg, collect our luggage, go through customs, re-check our luggage, change terminals and take another flight to ...
Read MoreSail Date: October 2019
Departure Port: Galveston
Cabin Type: Balcony Suite
13 Helpful Votes
7notrump7
10+ Cruises
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Age 80s
We chose this cruise for its itinerary, and that was great. But arriving late 6 times at ports caused problems on tours (never Oceania's fault). Oceania claims to have "the finest cuisine at sea"--NOT TRUE! There were many problems with the cuisine. The coffee does not taste like coffee; we tried every conceivable way to get a good cup of coffee, but it would not happen; it tasted burnt and ...
Read MoreSail Date: January 2019
Departure Port: Galveston
Cabin Type: Inside
7 Helpful Votes
Review for Queen Elizabeth to Africa
trijamis
10+ Cruises
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Age 70s
Ship was top notch but passenger atmosphere was lacking. Cruise dedicated to older seniors and ship was more like a retirement village with the entertainment to suit this demographic. Definitely not suited to a single traveler even though I am older. Things did improve when Australians embarked in Fremantle. I did not eat at the Brittanica Restaurant because I prefer to eat when I feel like it and ...
Read MoreSail Date: January 2019
Departure Port: Galveston
Cabin Type: Oceanview
2 Helpful Votes
Review for MSC Musica to Africa
Waynie
First Time Cruiser
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Age 70s
We are pensioner couple on our FIRST cruise ever. We were so excited before trip but the reality soon set in when we were told the ship would be 2days late docking in CTown and hence cruise cut short by 2 days . Embarkation was very busy but ok and delayed due to passengers still getting off. Our cabins were very nice and clean . However we were ...
Read MoreSail Date: January 2019
Departure Port: Galveston
Review for MSC Musica to Africa
riaanduplessis
2-5 Cruises
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Age 60s
We were expecting a relaxing leisurely cruise from CT to Durban. Due to wind the cruise was shortened by two days. In our experience not enough was done from the side of MSC to ensure the least discomfort for passengers. Firstly we were informed by SMS to be at the harbor at 8am and that embarkation would start promptly afterwards. Queuing for nearly five hours apparently due to the lengthy ...
Read MoreSail Date: January 2019
Departure Port: Galveston
Cabin Type: Balcony Stateroom
1 Helpful Vote
Review for MSC Musica to Africa
lesp
10+ Cruises
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Age 70s
This was our 3rd time with msc and have never been impressed with them, but chose this cruise for the itinerary It is a very nice ship but the organisation is abismal, lack of communication, public areas not very clean, toilets often dirty and no toilet paper.Poor choice of food, small portions and overall not very good.
If you are using the public toilets make sure you there is toilet paper ...
Read MoreSail Date: January 2019
Departure Port: Galveston
Cabin Type: Interior Stateroom
Review for MSC Musica to Africa
Cpdennis
2-5 Cruises
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Age 60s
The food was poor compared to previous cruises. The bar service was slow and the quality of the cocktails was inconsistent. The cabins were very comfortable and clean. The embarkation process was a circus. Having been told to get to the terminal early, we were then told to sit and wait. No refreshments were offered and the shore based personnel became fractious and rude.
While the delay in the ...
Read MoreSail Date: January 2019
Departure Port: Galveston
Cabin Type: Balcony Stateroom
Review for MSC Musica to Africa
ZoeduToit
2-5 Cruises
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Age 30s
We chose this cruise as we had done the trip up to Mozambique from Durban twice before, and felt like a change of departure city, ship and itinerary.
We felt like the ship was overcrowded, way to few seating in the buffet area and pool decks. No system to keep order and no assistance with children or babies in the buffet area. Being pushed an bumped while trying to get a meal for my baby was ...
Read MoreSail Date: January 2019
Departure Port: Galveston
Cabin Type: Balcony Stateroom
Traveled with children
Review for MSC Musica to Africa
MarthaGoosen
2-5 Cruises
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Age 50s
This was my 3rd cruise with MSC. The Ship is well Maintained. Very neat and clean and well looked after. The entertainment crew were friendly and good. The barmen in the Cigar Lounge were very friendly and helpful. The crew at the Spa were friendly and very good. I was lucky to meet the Manager and I could congrats him with his staff.
The crew at the outside bar, reception and restaurants ...
Read MoreSail Date: January 2019
Departure Port: Galveston
1 Helpful Vote