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MSC Meraviglia Halloween Bash
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MSC Meraviglia Halloween Bash

Incredible Fun! MSC knows how to put on a great Halloween Bash! We will add the full video after returning to land ... and a computer. Stay tuned.

Solo Odysseys for Active Renaissance Seniors • Nov 3, 2026
MSC Meraviglia itinerary change?  Yes, and an extra day in NYC!
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MSC Meraviglia itinerary change? Yes, and an extra day in NYC!

Delighted to have an extra day in NYC due to itinerary changes to avoid storms. A chance for me to see the Rockettes Christmas Spectacular! I saw the Rockettes when I was 10 ... and will not disclose how many decades ago that was. We just left the seas near Bermuda

Solo Odysseys for Active Renaissance Seniors • Nov 3, 2026
Medical Transfer from MSC Meraviglia:  Don't Cruise Without Travel Insurance
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Medical Transfer from MSC Meraviglia: Don't Cruise Without Travel Insurance

Medical emergencies happen on ships. The MSC Meraviglia diverted from its planned path to transfer a patient to Bermuda. We did not dock and the transfer was handled by boat. Great MSC team effort to get this cruiser to medical facilities! But, this underscores the need for travel insurance that

Solo Odysseys for Active Renaissance Seniors • Nov 2, 2026
MSC MERAVIGLIA TRANSATLANTIC:  GORGEOUS WEATHER
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MSC MERAVIGLIA TRANSATLANTIC: GORGEOUS WEATHER

MSC Meraviglia transatlantic had an itinerary change to avoid bad weather. We dropped Punta Delgada, added a day in NYC, and arrive Boston a day earlier. Now, another change to get a passenger medical attention in Bermuda. Unfortunately, we are not stopping in Bermuda ... but heading that way seems to

Solo Odysseys for Active Renaissance Seniors • Nov 1, 2026
Ah, Casablanca!  Returned again for the Best Moroccan Food Ever
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Ah, Casablanca! Returned again for the Best Moroccan Food Ever

We love Casablanca. Souks, rugs, spices, exotic ambience? All good. But what is great is the food. I lived in Morocco for several years and know real Moroccan food. Le Cuistot Traditionell. Do not miss this incredible restaurant about a 20 minute walk from United Nations Square. To add to

Solo Odysseys for Active Renaissance Seniors • Oct 27, 2026
MSC MERAVIGLIA GALLERIA CEILING VIDEOS: Great Fun!
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MSC MERAVIGLIA GALLERIA CEILING VIDEOS: Great Fun!

The ever changing ceiling videos on the MSC Meraviglia are fantastic. We watched this one for a bit and still were not certain of exactly what we were seeing.

Solo Odysseys for Active Renaissance Seniors • Oct 27, 2026
MSC MERAVIGLIA:  INTERIOR SOLO CABIN
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MSC MERAVIGLIA: INTERIOR SOLO CABIN

Wow. These are small and apparently you can hear EVERYTHING going on in both cabins on either side. A wild ride. And indeed the big black box is a virtual window. Not the mirror it looks like in the video. Very nice. I am not sure about this solo cabin.

Solo Odysseys for Active Renaissance Seniors • Oct 23, 2026
MSC Meraviglia Transatlantic from Barcelona: Deck 5 ...  and Liquor rules?!
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MSC Meraviglia Transatlantic from Barcelona: Deck 5 ... and Liquor rules?!

WOW! Absolutely gorgeous ship! Embarked at Barcelona straight onto Deck 5 and was immediately wowed! Even more wowed by liquor rules that allow liquor bought at shop inside MSC Barcelona port area to be brought on board for room consumption. For light drinkers this is an incredible bonus since liquor

Solo Odysseys for Active Renaissance Seniors • Oct 21, 2026
NCL EPIC TEPPANYAKI - GREAT FOOD AND GREAT FUN!
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NCL EPIC TEPPANYAKI - GREAT FOOD AND GREAT FUN!

I love this restaurant. The chefs are not only unbelievable cooks but outrageous performers. This is a restaurant children will enjoy along with their families. And the food? So good and so much! (Try the udon noodles. Yummmy yum).

Solo Odysseys for Active Renaissance Seniors • Oct 20, 2026
NCL EPIC MODERNO
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NCL EPIC MODERNO

Great specialty restaurant on NCL Epic. Don't be fooled. This is not just for meat eaters (although there is an incredible variety of great tasting meats). The salad bar is unbelievable, with shrimp and just about anything you can imagine on one of the best salad bars I

Solo Odysseys for Active Renaissance Seniors • Oct 20, 2026
Flamenco in Barcelona! Great way to end a great trip!
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Flamenco in Barcelona! Great way to end a great trip!

Folks visiting Barcelona are often steered away from flamenco shows as "touristy". After just seeing a phenomenal show at Tablao Cordobes, I have no problem being labeled a "tourist". The show was simply incredible. We opted for show and tapas to get seats nearly sitting on

Solo Odysseys for Active Renaissance Seniors • Oct 20, 2026
OMG.  3 hours from disembarkation to City Center Barcelona!
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OMG. 3 hours from disembarkation to City Center Barcelona!

Horrific experience in rain and cold! we have always taken a cruise transfer bus to airport. Easy. Going into the city? A nightmare. Make sure you book a private car. Getting off NCL Epic was quick and easy. Finding transportation to city? A nightmare. Hundreds in taxi lines and cruise

Solo Odysseys for Active Renaissance Seniors • Oct 19, 2026

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