I'm looking forward to Ocean Cay. When booking I didn't realize the ship was docked overnight, what a bonus, with time to relax in the evening. I'm ready!
Just disembarked this morning July 18, 2024. What an amazing cruise! 4 night Bahamas with overnight at Ocean Cay. Table service food very good and service attentive. Buffet: excellent! Pizza: excellent! Theater shows: Bravissimo!!! Broadway quality for sure. Ocean Cay: wonderful beaches, with plenty to walk and roam all cardinal points. It's two islands joined by a bridge that creates a channel. In this channel we encountered two baby great white sharks (ok, nurse sharks 😅) a 3ft and a six footer .....they were pretty friendly and stood by us.....of course, wife and some others were freaked out by their site but these were harmless although they look like the real things except they have NO TEETH. THe water is clear, warm and inviting. No rip currents to worry about...and the deepest part is about 6-7 feet. You will enjoy MSC and we will continue to cruise with them as they provide great value!
Thank you for this video. I only have one note for you. I used to work for MSC and know when you say, "Ocean Cay," it's pronounced just like the word "Key."
We’re looking forward to cruising with MSC Magnifica in 62 days (December 2023). The island looks like it is going to be lots of fun, for adults and kids alike! We’re celebrating our granddaughter’s 16th birthday on this cruise! 🎂🎉
Thats awesome ! I hope you and your family have a magnificent time. I will be joining MSC Magnifica on the 22 of December to work onboard the Effy Jewelry boutique. Looking forward to that, life's good!
It was fantastic! It will be a very memorable trip for our family, especially for my granddaughter who turned 16 on the cruise. So much food…and fun! Thank you for asking!
We’re going on our first MSC in march and another one in June. I’m worried but going with an open mind. I’m very excited about the island. This video was awesome thanks so much
Enjoy the ride... Last year I and my friends did a Cruise with MSC and This year in June Will doing again.. the experience are awesome. You Will enjoy for sure believe me 😏
I heard about them closing the island down early next year to do some updates.I was thinking how cool would it be if they installed a handful of glamping spots/tent spots that if you pay for it on those overnight port stays you can spend the night out under the stars of a private island. I'd pay extra for that.
....PARTICIPEI NA VIAGEM INAUGURAL DA ILHA NO " MARAVILHA". FOI UMA BELÍSSIMA VIAGEM. A ESSA DATA, AINDA HAVIA POUCA VEGETAÇÃO, POUCAS SOMBRAS....PARECE ESTAR AGORA MAIS ARBORIZADA O QUE TORNA A ILHA MAIS ACOLHEDORA. CADA VEZ SERÁ MELHOR COM CERTEZA. PARABÉNS À MSC.
I'm super pale, and well the sun is NOT my friend. Hearing that there is limited shade on the island we opted for a cabana (we are also YC), so I'm looking forward to a very chill beach day.
If my choices are an oceanview (not beachfront) cabana in the Yacht Club area or a cabana in the main area where the beach isn't as rocky, which would you recommend?
You CAN take shells from beaches in the bahamas. That is, if you're returning to the USA. Im not sure about other countries. The only requirement is that you wash the shells.
Don’t go in July! Hot and humid. Not a fan of any of the corporate islands. The scheduled upgrade will hopefully cure a lot of issues. We did the yacht club section, bring water shoes. Also I can’t recommend the high priced cabana. The furniture needs replacement. The butlers and waiters are great but way over worked
I thought the prices in the gift shop on the island were very expensive, yes, they have to import everything onto the island, make sure to buy a lot of sunscreen before your trip or any other essentials. These items are very expensive on the ship or on the island.
Anybody sailing Oct 26-29. I'm a SBM traveling on my first commercial cruise for my post-birthday present to myself. Hopefully there is a possibility I will meet a friendly SF to enjoy sometime and activities with while on board/off the ship. See ya onboard.😊
Unfortunately I’m sailing the week after,but I’m looking forward to meeting new people,im from the uk & on my 1st cruise in 2018 met a Lovely American couple who we are still in touch with,we video chat most weekends & even went to America to stay with them last year…so i hope you meet someone who you become great friends with 😊
I have been there 9 times and there are parts of the island you can’t go to and there is not that much to do I go the yacht club beach and there are to many rocks in the water so bring some water shoes
The correct English pronunciation for Cay is “key”, like Key West. The English rule only changes if it is a Spanish island name, wish is not the case here.
My best advice for this island is that on their tram. It takes the whole loop just to see everything first stay on the tram and then you can be dropped off at whatever place you saw that you really liked.
Just came off MSC Seascape. Will NEVER cruise again with them. Dinners were nasty except for two nights and after that I thought the Chef jumped overboard. Staff were rude in buffet area. No little cafe to get a snack at night. You must go to the buffet where they served pizza EVERY night. If you never cruise with any other lines you won't be able to compare but I will never travel with them again.
@bunny i am giving msc my last chance too....they have literally just the buffet and main dining room ...thats it ...mornings in the buffet is like herd and herds...and its fucking nuts...Royal is far better
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I'm looking forward to Ocean Cay. When booking I didn't realize the ship was docked overnight, what a bonus, with time to relax in the evening. I'm ready!
The 7 night cruise we are going on is staying over night for 2 nights
Island is beautiful. Water is so many shades of blue. Cant put into words the beauty. Best private Island I have been to.
Wow you really covered the island well. After seeing this I'm impressed great filming
This island is my favorite reason to book with MSC. LOVE the island experience!!!
Just disembarked this morning July 18, 2024. What an amazing cruise! 4 night Bahamas with overnight at Ocean Cay.
Table service food very good and service attentive.
Buffet: excellent!
Pizza: excellent!
Theater shows: Bravissimo!!! Broadway quality for sure.
Ocean Cay: wonderful beaches, with plenty to walk and roam all cardinal points. It's two islands joined by a bridge that creates a channel. In this channel we encountered two baby great white sharks (ok, nurse sharks 😅) a 3ft and a six footer .....they were pretty friendly and stood by us.....of course, wife and some others were freaked out by their site but these were harmless although they look like the real things except they have NO TEETH.
THe water is clear, warm and inviting. No rip currents to worry about...and the deepest part is about 6-7 feet.
You will enjoy MSC and we will continue to cruise with them as they provide great value!
Thank you thank you! I'm cruising on Sept 16 2024. I can't wait.
Thank you for this video. I only have one note for you. I used to work for MSC and know when you say, "Ocean Cay," it's pronounced just like the word "Key."
We’re looking forward to cruising with MSC Magnifica in 62 days (December 2023). The island looks like it is going to be lots of fun, for adults and kids alike! We’re celebrating our granddaughter’s 16th birthday on this cruise! 🎂🎉
Thats awesome ! I hope you and your family have a magnificent time. I will be joining MSC Magnifica on the 22 of December to work onboard the Effy Jewelry boutique. Looking forward to that, life's good!
Will be sure to look you up🎉. Looking forward to.being on MSC Magnífica
How was it??
Yeah how was it?
It was fantastic! It will be a very memorable trip for our family, especially for my granddaughter who turned 16 on the cruise. So much food…and fun! Thank you for asking!
We’re going on our first MSC in march and another one in June. I’m worried but going with an open mind. I’m very excited about the island. This video was awesome thanks so much
Enjoy the ride... Last year I and my friends did a Cruise with MSC and This year in June Will doing again.. the experience are awesome. You Will enjoy for sure believe me 😏
Was great to watch what we have to come, we will be there in May x
I heard about them closing the island down early next year to do some updates.I was thinking how cool would it be if they installed a handful of glamping spots/tent spots that if you pay for it on those overnight port stays you can spend the night out under the stars of a private island. I'd pay extra for that.
Thanks for the Great Tips!!! I'll be there next week!! I can't wait!!! #MSCSeaside 🤠😎🤠
This was super cool 😎 & informative! Thank you. 🎉
Had a fantastic family time at Ocean Cay earlier this year
Thankyou. Looking forward to checking out the lighthouse.
Thanks for the tips !!
Our tour starts 28.okt and we’re at Ocean Cay 18.November, 60th birthday of my wife 🥳
Great video, thank you!
Awesome. Thank you very much!
....PARTICIPEI NA VIAGEM INAUGURAL DA ILHA NO " MARAVILHA".
FOI UMA BELÍSSIMA VIAGEM. A ESSA DATA, AINDA HAVIA POUCA VEGETAÇÃO, POUCAS SOMBRAS....PARECE ESTAR AGORA MAIS ARBORIZADA O QUE TORNA A ILHA MAIS ACOLHEDORA. CADA VEZ SERÁ MELHOR COM CERTEZA. PARABÉNS À MSC.
I'm super pale, and well the sun is NOT my friend. Hearing that there is limited shade on the island we opted for a cabana (we are also YC), so I'm looking forward to a very chill beach day.
Is there a charge for the cabanas in yc?
@@kariworld yes there is.
In the end did I find it was worth it. No.
Umbrellas are $20 for the day
In what order do you rate Ocean Cay, Coco Cay, Amber Cove, & Castaway Cay?
Can you just walk off the ship at any time in the morning or do you have to wait until after the Yacht Club and the other levels after get off first?
You can get off as soon as they announce it.
Who joins for spring breaks week March 17-24 visiting Mexico and Belize.
Is the food trucks local food or American food
is it better to book excursions in advance?
If my choices are an oceanview (not beachfront) cabana in the Yacht Club area or a cabana in the main area where the beach isn't as rocky, which would you recommend?
You CAN take shells from beaches in the bahamas. That is, if you're returning to the USA. Im not sure about other countries. The only requirement is that you wash the shells.
Is it worth purchasing a snorkeling excursion or is the snorkeling on the island just as good?
I'm going there soon. Should I rent a beach umbrella in advance?
Are you allowed to bring a sun ninja tent for shade?
Hello. Is the food included in ocean cay or do you have to pay a la cart ?
Hi! I am goong next week and the weather forecast says 90% chance of rain :(
What do you recommend?
I recommend you cancel your cruise.
Is there one beach best for snorkeling?
What about renting a cabana or an umbrella???
Hola cuanto pagaste x esa cabina de impedidos espero no incomodarte con esta pregunta
Don’t go in July! Hot and humid. Not a fan of any of the corporate islands. The scheduled upgrade will hopefully cure a lot of issues. We did the yacht club section, bring water shoes. Also I can’t recommend the high priced cabana. The furniture needs replacement. The butlers and waiters are great but way over worked
I thought the prices in the gift shop on the island were very expensive, yes, they have to import everything onto the island, make sure to buy a lot of sunscreen before your trip or any other essentials. These items are very expensive on the ship or on the island.
why can't i save this video?
Where you can get the map?
They will deliver it to your cabin with the Daily Program ( the night before)
Anybody sailing Oct 26-29. I'm a SBM traveling on my first commercial cruise for my post-birthday present to myself. Hopefully there is a possibility I will meet a friendly SF to enjoy sometime and activities with while on board/off the ship. See ya onboard.😊
Unfortunately I’m sailing the week after,but I’m looking forward to meeting new people,im from the uk & on my 1st cruise in 2018 met a
Lovely American couple who we are still in touch with,we video chat most weekends & even went to America to stay with them last year…so i hope you meet someone who you become great friends with 😊
Yes, MSC seaside Oct 26-29 to ocean cay 1st on this cruise line.
@@shamilia-hime8938 ok ok I feel better already. Hopefully we will cross paths fingers 🤞🏼
We are going on the same cruise ❤, are you in our Facebook group?
@@micheleleckner7453 yes I am
I lost my family on Ocean Cay they didnt die i just couldnt find them
I have been there 9 times and there are parts of the island you can’t go to and there is not that much to do I go the yacht club beach and there are to many rocks in the water so bring some water shoes
Umbrella and 2 chairs are now $29. The workers will take away any extra chairs if you have more than 2. (As of July 2024)
The correct English pronunciation for Cay is “key”, like Key West. The English rule only changes if it is a Spanish island name, wish is not the case here.
Looks really empty, and it must be a work in progress. Hopefully they can make this like Coco Cay in the near future
Perfect place to build a snorkel reef like the City of Hollywood Florida just built.
Cash for tips? This is a cruise you don't tip cash until the end if you want to at all. Tips are included in your by a daily charge.
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Lol why climb a fake lighthouse for $13
Why comment about it?
Why not?
For the views! It’s also a guided tour that gives you the history of the property.
Why climb any lighthouse for $13?
Because some people have money to spend 👍🏽
It’s pronounced Ocean Cay (key)
it’s pronounced as ocean KEY not KAY
Everyone says Ocean CAY
It depends on how the cruise line pronounces their island. Most of them are key, but carnivals new island celebration key will not be pronounced as K.
It depends on how the cruise line pronounces their island. Most of them are key, but carnivals new island celebration key will not be pronounced as K.
My best advice is get on the tram. Take the whole loop and look at everything then you can decide what area you want to go to.
My best advice for this island is that on their tram. It takes the whole loop just to see everything first stay on the tram and then you can be dropped off at whatever place you saw that you really liked.
Just came off MSC Seascape.
Will NEVER cruise again with them.
Dinners were nasty except for two nights and after that I thought the Chef jumped overboard.
Staff were rude in buffet area.
No little cafe to get a snack at night. You must go to the buffet where they served pizza EVERY night.
If you never cruise with any other lines you won't be able to compare but I will never travel with them again.
@bunny i am giving msc my last chance too....they have literally just the buffet and main dining room ...thats it ...mornings in the buffet is like herd and herds...and its fucking nuts...Royal is far better
Pronounced “key” fyi was a boring island. I never get off anymore.
It's CAY but pronounced "KEY"
Wrong, it is Spanish/Taino word. en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cay
Cay is pronounced like key. So you would say "Ocean Key" Island, not Ocean K.
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