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How to Use the Spa on MSC Meraviglia (From Someone Who Went Back Five Times)
By Dr. Lisa RusczykOwner and Editor, Greater Than a Tourist I am from Pennsylvania, which means I am very familiar with gray winters, busy schedules, and powering through things instead of slowing down. So when I boarded MSC Meraviglia, I did not expect the spa to become something I did on cruises. Since I was…
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Hermit Crabs at Ocean Cay: Where to Find Them and How to Be a Good Human
By Dr. Lisa RusczykOwner and Editor, Greater Than a Tourist One of my favorite travel moments is never the one I plan. It is the quiet, sandy, slightly chaotic moment when my kids spot something alive that I did not put on the itinerary. At Ocean Cay MSC Marine Reserve, that moment came in the…
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A Practical Look at the MSC Meraviglia Deal from Brooklyn
Cruising! I just sailed on the MSC Meraviglia for the fourth time, and I keep choosing this ship for one simple reason. The price from Brooklyn is hard to beat, especially during the months before the ship leaves for Europe. If you are looking for an easy, low-stress warm-weather getaway, this route is one of…
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MSC Meraviglia Spa Deal: Saving on a Last Sea Day Massage
On my recent MSC Meraviglia cruise, I noticed something worth sharing if you like spa days but not spa prices. On the final sea day, the spa ran a promotion for a 50 minute massage for 100 dollars. It was not advertised before the end of the cruise, which reminded me that some of the…
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Visiting Margaritaville in Nassau from the MSC Meraviglia: A Practical Guide for Families
Nassau is one of the most popular ports for cruisers. There were six ships in port on Thansgiving Day. Yes we spend our Thanksgiving this year in Nassau. On a recent visit sailing on the MSC Meraviglia, I walked directly from the ship along the dock to Margaritaville. The walk is straightforward and works well…
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