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Hi
Has anyone sailed with the French company CFC? What do you think?
Haven’t seen many reviews about this company.
French company CFC
by Mich74
Translated into English.
Hi Michel,
In September I took the Le Havre–Marseille cruise, the very first one according to the captain himself, and the ship (Renaissance) was fully booked (1,089 passengers).
Was that why there were major organizational issues due to understaffing (restaurant, disembarking/boarding at stops, etc.) and lack of experience?
The cruise claims to be "premium"—far from it. Cabins had air conditioning problems, toilet flush issues, water leaks… typical for older ships (the Renaissance was built in 1993).
The food wasn’t as gourmet as the brochure promised, and portions in the restaurant were often tiny. The buffet was decent for a self-service setup. Drink packages were very expensive.
The ship markets itself as 100% French-speaking. Even the customer-facing staff fell short—no surprise, as the crew’s origins are the same as Costa or MSC, and they hadn’t learned French in just six months. What surprised me most was that even some of the staff didn’t speak French.
I took this cruise to test out CFC, especially since the prices were "slashed." Currently, the 2025 prices seem high for what you get (though some cruises already have a 40% discount).
If you’d like more details, feel free to ask.
Best regards
Thanks for the feedback!
Too bad about all this, especially since it’s rare we get a French airline...
From the start, the founders were let go—that wasn’t a great sign.
We’ll wait for things to improve before giving it a try 😉
mich74
Too bad all this for a rare French company...
From the start, the founders were let go—wasn’t a great sign.
We’ll wait for things to improve before giving it a try ;)
mich74
A "French" company was the main reason we bought this cruise—to support the initiative, even though we knew full well the shareholders are British, the flag is Bermudan, we’re still waiting for the promised pétanque court, etc... Despite the passengers—who are almost all French-speaking—you don’t feel a French vibe at all (on Costa, you *know* you’re on an Italian ship). For example, under "always available dishes" at the restaurant, there’s hamburgers and hot dogs, and not once during the cruise was steak-frites on the menu! In the bread basket on the table, there are 2 tiny slices of baguette—the rest is some nameless awful bread. The specialty restaurant is Asian. The coffee at the bars is made Italian-style. It feels like the staff was poached from Costa or MSC and nobody bothered to teach them "France"—let alone French. Best regards
A "French" company was the main reason we bought this cruise—to support the initiative, even though we knew full well the shareholders are British, the flag is Bermudan, we’re still waiting for the promised pétanque court, etc... Despite the passengers—who are almost all French-speaking—you don’t feel a French vibe at all (on Costa, you *know* you’re on an Italian ship). For example, under "always available dishes" at the restaurant, there’s hamburgers and hot dogs, and not once during the cruise was steak-frites on the menu! In the bread basket on the table, there are 2 tiny slices of baguette—the rest is some nameless awful bread. The specialty restaurant is Asian. The coffee at the bars is made Italian-style. It feels like the staff was poached from Costa or MSC and nobody bothered to teach them "France"—let alone French. Best regards
Hi Michel,
I’m part of a Facebook group "CFC FANS,"
and I learn quite a bit there.
I can confirm the recurring plumbing and ventilation issues (etc.) that you find on ships from this generation.
What’s really disappointing is that they’ve abandoned their commitments—it’s no longer ADULTS ONLY, and it doesn’t seem as high-quality as it used to.
They’re having a lot of trouble filling their ship; it often sails half-empty, which can be a plus if you want peace and quiet, but I wouldn’t bet on this company’s future—it’s looking pretty complicated...
Isabelle, amoureuse des croisières:
COSTA, MSC, ROYAL CARIBBEAN, CELEBRITY, PRINCESS, NCL, HAL, PONANT, OCEANIA, AZAMARA
A VENIR
CELEBRITY EQUINOX 09/11/2026 Grèce Italie Malte
Hi Catherine,
Thanks for the link to the CFC reviews.
This isn’t quite up to scratch—total amateurs 😕
Hi Isabelle,
I didn’t know about the adults-only policy..... They made a lot of promises, maybe even too many, for such a disappointing result.
Virgin Cruises is now adults-only too 🙁
YES, VIRGIN is still ADULTS ONLY
I was tempted to try it but I admit some of the reviews made me hesitate.
Apparently, there are quite a few wild parties going on
Isabelle, amoureuse des croisières:
COSTA, MSC, ROYAL CARIBBEAN, CELEBRITY, PRINCESS, NCL, HAL, PONANT, OCEANIA, AZAMARA
A VENIR
CELEBRITY EQUINOX 09/11/2026 Grèce Italie Malte
LOL😉
I took a 14-day cruise in November 2023. I loved the size of the ship, the spacious areas in the many lounges, and the eclectic library filled with new books. There was a decent gym, proportionally larger than on the newer MSC ships. The cabins were roomy with a small sofa. No loud entertainment on the deck, but musicians in the various bars. There was also a lecturer, though his only topic was Napoleon... The ship's size allows it to visit ports where the bigger ships can't go. The ship feels a bit old, but that wasn’t an issue. I’m going back soon and have already booked for next year. I’ve also sailed on the Renaissance’s sister ship, the Vasco da Gama, where the clientele was almost exclusively German—so it has the same pros and cons.
Hi there,
If you're heading back soon, it'd be great if you could drop by and give us a quick update.
You can also let us know if the boat was half-full or not 😉😉
Isabelle, amoureuse des croisières:
COSTA, MSC, ROYAL CARIBBEAN, CELEBRITY, PRINCESS, NCL, HAL, PONANT, OCEANIA, AZAMARA
A VENIR
CELEBRITY EQUINOX 09/11/2026 Grèce Italie Malte
Hi there,
It just goes to show that everyone finds their own happiness with different companies—there’s plenty of choice depending on what we’re looking for. I see you’ve got great experience with cruises!
Totally agree, Michel!
After all, we know no airline is perfect, so we can appreciate different ones for the unique perks they offer that others don’t... 😉
Isabelle, amoureuse des croisières:
COSTA, MSC, ROYAL CARIBBEAN, CELEBRITY, PRINCESS, NCL, HAL, PONANT, OCEANIA, AZAMARA
A VENIR
CELEBRITY EQUINOX 09/11/2026 Grèce Italie Malte
Hello,
it’s exactly well summarized.
I have 3 that satisfy me, and I’m really happy with them.... 😉
Could you share your top 3? 😉
Isabelle, amoureuse des croisières:
COSTA, MSC, ROYAL CARIBBEAN, CELEBRITY, PRINCESS, NCL, HAL, PONANT, OCEANIA, AZAMARA
A VENIR
CELEBRITY EQUINOX 09/11/2026 Grèce Italie Malte
Oceania
Celebrity
Royal Caribbean
3 American companies, what a coincidence 😉
I approve this excellent choice 😉
I also like Azamara and Princess.
Hope to have the pleasure of sailing with you again 😉
Isabelle, amoureuse des croisières:
COSTA, MSC, ROYAL CARIBBEAN, CELEBRITY, PRINCESS, NCL, HAL, PONANT, OCEANIA, AZAMARA
A VENIR
CELEBRITY EQUINOX 09/11/2026 Grèce Italie Malte
Haven't heard of these two companies yet, but they're probably really good.
Definitely a small one in the big Oceania lounge ;)
Hi there, we’ve done about forty cruises with Costa, MSC, Croisières de France (which no longer exists), 1 with Ponant, and 1 with CFC in October 2023.
Last year, we discovered CFC’s renaissance and really enjoyed it. There were 480 passengers, so it was nothing like Costa or MSC. We’ve fallen out with Costa—they have no respect for their customers. It’s chaotic, noisy everywhere, not to mention the behavior of thousands of passengers. With MSC, we’re treated better, we keep our loyalty points, and we’re often upgraded. The food is much better on CFC: at the buffet, there was always a cheese buffet and an ice cream station. The meat was always well-cooked, unlike on Costa or MSC. That said, things may have changed at CFC since then. There are also self-service laundry machines available...
We’ve booked the cruise from December 22 to January 5 on the *Renaissance*. We’re boarding the *Renaissance* this Sunday, November 3, until November 11 for a Mediterranean cruise. We’ll see if the standards have improved since last year...
Hi Alain,
During my cruise in September, passengers who had already traveled last year with the Renaissance said it was nothing like before.
Since CFC couldn’t fill the ship, they had to lower the prices, but the "standard" has dropped a lot according to them.
I think you’ll be lucky if the ship isn’t full in November.
Either way, have a great upcoming cruise.
Best regards.
Hello,
October 2023, 15-day Greek Islands cruise
Inside cabin 5035 solo, spacious and comfortable, complimentary amenities.
The ship was cozy and welcoming, with lovely staff.
Deck chairs with towels provided, plus a small table for our drinks.
Library with a great selection, and a game room with plenty of options too.
For meals, I rank this at the top of all my cruises (54), whether in the buffet or the restaurant.
The downsides:
Only every other hot tub was working, and the temperature wasn’t well regulated. The party vibe was a bit light for my taste.
I tried and loved this cruise—it’s a bit pricier, but the positives far outweigh the negatives!
Hello,
I’m planning to do the British Isles cruise from April 30 to May 11 with CFC (I live north of Strasbourg). The somewhat negative reviews are making me hesitate a bit. Do you think it’s worth getting the drinks package? So far, I’ve done most of my cruises with MSC or Costa.
Thanks, and have a good evening!
Josiane
Hello,
I’m planning to do the cruise from April 30 to May 11 around the British Isles with CFC (I live north of Strasbourg). The somewhat negative reviews are making me hesitate a bit. Do you think it’s worth getting the drink package? So far, I’ve done most of my cruises with MSC or Costa.
Thanks, and have a good evening,
Josiane
Hello, I find the drink package (CFC Forfait Plus: 35 € at booking, 40 € on board) quite expensive. Since you’re familiar with MSC or Costa, the drink prices are pretty much the same. So, you know what you consume—it’s easy to calculate whether 35 € is worth it for you or not. Best regards
Hello, I find the drink package (CFC Forfait Plus: 35 € at booking, 40 € on board) quite expensive. Since you’re familiar with MSC or Costa, the drink prices are pretty much the same. So, you know what you consume—it’s easy to calculate whether 35 € is worth it for you or not. Best regards
Hi everyone, here’s my review after our Iberian cruise:
We got back today and weren’t disappointed. I was worried after reading some comments, but we found everything we loved—the calm atmosphere (only 650 of us), impeccable service, and the great lunch buffet with the cheese platter and ice cream station. The only changes: the ice cream was lower quality than last year (strawberry, chocolate, lemon vanilla, raspberry, mango, and pistachio yesterday), but still good.
The coffee from the automatic machines also wasn’t as good—tasted like Nescafé powder—but that’s a minor detail.
For dinner at Vatel, portions were indeed smaller than last year, but more than enough for one evening, especially since you can have two starters or two mains, plus extra sides (mashed potatoes, spinach, veggies). The cheese selection is still more varied than on Costa or MSC. Some sauces weren’t homemade (sometimes gelatinous, like industrial sauces), but nothing major. Overall, we ate very well—varied and tasty dishes, elaborate desserts, definitely better than MSC or Costa. No lobster or Black Angus beef this year, but the meat was still excellent.
We had a small issue with the AC in our cabin, but reception fixed it quickly and upgraded us to another cabin.
Note: no wait at reception.
For drinks, I think they’re overpriced: aperitifs at 9 €, cocktails at 11–12 €. The drink package pays for itself fast if you want two aperitifs and two cocktails per day each, but it’s a big budget hit.
Good to know: still or sparkling water is unlimited at the dispensers on Deck 11, and carafes of water are served at Vatel restaurant.
The cherry on top? This cruise had a comedy theme, with Titoff, Sandrine Alexi, Élie Seimoun, Maxime, Denise, Bernard Mabille, and the *Journal des Agités* team on board. High-quality shows every day—amazing!
We had an excellent cruise. CFC still delivers on its promises, and the value for money is great.
Small downside: the jacuzzis were poorly adjusted—the bubbles only lasted 40 seconds, then you had to wait 2 minutes for them to restart.
In short, CFC remains our favorite cruise line. We’re thrilled to spend the holidays on board and will definitely be back...
We had an excellent cruise. CFC still delivers on its promises, and the value for money is great.
Small downside: the jacuzzis were poorly adjusted—the bubbles only lasted 40 seconds, then you had to wait 2 minutes for them to restart.
In short, CFC remains our favorite cruise line. We’re thrilled to spend the holidays on board and will definitely be back...
Hi Alain,
Thanks for the feedback.
Were there one or two dinner services in the evening? Was there an assigned table for the whole cruise?
Which cabin did you have? In September, we had a terrace cabin with air conditioning issues. In December, we’re going back with a balcony cabin.
Best regards
Good evening,
There were two sittings at 6:30 PM and 8:45 PM (and thus two shows at 7:30 PM and 9:30 PM).
We had chosen the first sitting and requested a table for six. When we arrived on the boat, we went to check in at the Vatel, and they assigned us a table for six at the first sitting for the week.
Our cabin (inside) was number 1037 (Deck 10). The air conditioning was very noisy, as were the neighboring cabins.
Good evening,
There were two sittings at 6:30 PM and 8:45 PM (and thus two shows at 7:30 PM and 9:30 PM).
We had chosen the first sitting and requested a table for six. When we arrived on the boat, we went to check in at the Vatel desk, and they assigned us a table for six at the first sitting for the week.
Our cabin (inside) was 1037 (Deck 10). The AC was very noisy, same for the neighboring cabins.
Thanks so much for this quick reply. Sittings, table assignments, shows, Vatel check-in, etc.—it was the same for us this summer, but the ship was full (1,089 passengers). With half as many passengers, I thought there might only be one sitting, or even open seating like at lunch. As for the AC, it wasn’t working at all. The temperature was just ambient throughout the cruise (and no option to change cabins). In late August/early September, the outside temperature was bearable, but in December, I hope we’ll have heating on Deck 9. Have a good evening!
Thanks so much for this quick reply. Sittings, table assignments, shows, Vatel check-in, etc.—it was the same for us this summer, but the ship was full (1,089 passengers). With half as many passengers, I thought there might only be one sitting, or even open seating like at lunch. As for the AC, it wasn’t working at all. The temperature was just ambient throughout the cruise (and no option to change cabins). In late August/early September, the outside temperature was bearable, but in December, I hope we’ll have heating on Deck 9. Have a good evening!
Hello.
My husband and I are leaving from Friday, November 22 to the 29th, 2024, on the Renaissance for the "Kings and Emperors" cruise. We’ve also sponsored some friends from Sète who will be joining us. We can’t wait to be back on this ship because our first experience last year was magical. I have wonderful memories of the ship—admittedly not brand new but tastefully decorated—the attentive staff, the peaceful and relaxed atmosphere throughout the trip, the buffet and restaurant menus worthy of top-rated restaurants, and the interesting lectures. The only downsides: the jacuzzi wasn’t working, and on the dance floor, there weren’t many fellow dancers like us who enjoy a festive evening.
This will be our 38th cruise, and I hope to experience the same magic as last year. We’ve traveled a lot with Costa, but this cruise line no longer meets our expectations. The noise and game announcements in every language have become unbearable, as well as the lack of consideration and carefree attitude of some passengers. The buffet lines where everyone crowds in, sometimes waiting up to 2 hours for dinner in a chaotic and uncomfortable atmosphere, make these moments too stressful—not to mention the poorly behaved kids jumping in jacuzzis that are clearly off-limits to them.
We’ll share our thoughts when we return to let you know how it went.
Bergamote
Hi Bergamote!
I’m in the middle of packing my suitcase since I might have to take the train to Marseille on the 20th—one day earlier—because the 21st is a strike day. Still, I’m hoping my trip will go ahead as planned.
This will be my second cruise with CFC.
See you soon on the boat, and at the panoramic view on the deck!
Laurence
We took a cruise on this ship in July, and it was almost perfect for us. Very quiet with few announcements on board—very rare and only in French. The cabins are in great condition and resemble those on Costa ships. The ship itself is old but well-maintained and very stable; we have no complaints. For dining, the food is good, and we can honestly say it’s among the best we’ve had on all the cruises we’ve taken. Life on board is nice, and many of the crew members speak French. The shows are high-quality, and the lounges are lively with music and Francophone singers. We really enjoyed this ship and are boarding it again in early December for a music-themed cruise. I can only recommend it.
Michel.
For your info, the Renaissance will be in dry dock in January to address these issues...
Good evening, The Renaissance will indeed be in dry dock in January-February for renovation work. However, this is to equip the ship with a Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR) system, which will significantly reduce nitrogen oxide emissions. This upgrade will allow the Renaissance to sail in areas with very strict environmental regulations, such as certain Norwegian fjords. In addition to the SCR installation, the Renaissance will also install a shore power connection system to reduce polluting emissions during port stops. As for the renovation of public spaces and/or cabins, CFC hasn’t provided any details. Unfortunately, I haven’t read anything concrete on that subject. Best regards.
Good evening, The Renaissance will indeed be in dry dock in January-February for renovation work. However, this is to equip the ship with a Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR) system, which will significantly reduce nitrogen oxide emissions. This upgrade will allow the Renaissance to sail in areas with very strict environmental regulations, such as certain Norwegian fjords. In addition to the SCR installation, the Renaissance will also install a shore power connection system to reduce polluting emissions during port stops. As for the renovation of public spaces and/or cabins, CFC hasn’t provided any details. Unfortunately, I haven’t read anything concrete on that subject. Best regards.
We had an air conditioning problem in our cabin, and at reception they told us that these issues would be resolved during the dry-dock period...
Hopefully that’s the case. On the other hand, I get why CFC says in the press that they’re going to become a truly eco-friendly ship, etc., etc.… and that it’s less exciting to say they’re going to fix the AC, repair water leaks, replace faulty toilets, and so on.
Hopefully that’s the case. On the other hand, I get why CFC says in the press that they’re going to become a truly eco-friendly ship, etc., etc.… and that it’s less exciting to say they’re going to fix the AC, repair water leaks, replace faulty toilets, and so on.
Hello Michel,
What cabin did you have? Many passengers report issues on social media with faulty air conditioning and water problems (toilets, showers, etc.).
Best regards
Good evening, we had a balcony cabin, number 9121, and honestly, no problems at all—nothing to report. It can happen, and it’s unpleasant. My daughter had the same issue with a clogged toilet on the Costa Diadema last week, but it was resolved quickly, of course.
Good evening, we had a balcony cabin, number 9121, and honestly, no problems at all—nothing to report. It can happen, and it’s unpleasant. My daughter had the same issue with a clogged toilet on the Costa Diadema last week, but it was resolved quickly, of course.
Hi there,
We got some Black Friday deals with the CFC cruise line. We booked an option for the "Vikings" cruise from March 31, 2025, to April 11, 2025. We’re waiting to hear about your cruise experience and impressions since we don’t know this company—we’ve sailed with "Croisières de France" (which no longer exists), MSC, and Costa before. Is there still self-service water available, and is the afternoon snack only served on sea days (as mentioned in the CFC brochure)? Are the onboard laundromats convenient, or is it better to use dry cleaning? Thanks for your feedback! Mum49
We got some Black Friday deals with the CFC cruise line. We booked an option for the "Vikings" cruise from March 31, 2025, to April 11, 2025. We’re waiting to hear about your cruise experience and impressions since we don’t know this company—we’ve sailed with "Croisières de France" (which no longer exists), MSC, and Costa before. Is there still self-service water available, and is the afternoon snack only served on sea days (as mentioned in the CFC brochure)? Are the onboard laundromats convenient, or is it better to use dry cleaning? Thanks for your feedback! Mum49
Hi there, still and sparkling water is available all day at the buffet, and coffee from the machines during meal times.
I’ve never seen an afternoon snack, but there’s a snack corner in the afternoon with salad, fries, hot dogs, and burgers near the pool.
The laundromat is really handy—washing and drying—with several machines. It works well, so remember to bring some detergent.
The library is great, well-stocked, and there are also games and puzzles.
And what’s really nice is how quiet it is...
It feels a bit like the *Horizon* or *Zenith* from Croisières de France in terms of ship size, the calm atmosphere, and the quality of the food.
It’s not the "circus" you get with Costa or MSC, and on the *Renaissance*, you can always find free sun loungers...
Is there still self-service water available, and is the snack served only on days at sea (as stated in the CFC brochure)?
Hello, In September, there was a "Tea time" (very filling) at the Grand Bar Panoramique, but indeed only on days at sea. Water was self-service at the buffet (sometimes the fountains were empty by late afternoon). Best regards
Hello, In September, there was a "Tea time" (very filling) at the Grand Bar Panoramique, but indeed only on days at sea. Water was self-service at the buffet (sometimes the fountains were empty by late afternoon). Best regards
Hi there,
Thanks so much for your feedback and details. We also sailed with "Croisières de France" and really enjoyed it.
For laundry, we bought "paper" laundry detergent for our last cruise with COSTA, and it was super handy for small items (we brought a collapsible bucket).
We have the option until Monday, and I think we’re going to book given the "Black Friday" price.
MUM49
Hi Laurence,
I’ve just returned from the "Kings and Emperors" cruise, and I really enjoyed the trip as well as the friends we decided to travel with.
I didn’t see you on the panoramic dance floor, but I have to say my husband and I hardly danced this time. Only the first two days from 6:00 PM to 6:30 PM since we were eating at the first sitting.
I think we’ll travel with this company again because it’s peaceful and the food is excellent.
Best regards,
Bergamote
Bergamote
Hi there,
I’ve just returned from the "Kings and Emperors" cruise, and I see that Tonyma has answered your questions. I completely agree with what they said.
I wasn’t disappointed at all by this second cruise with this company. The meals were excellent, the staff always friendly, and above all, the calm atmosphere on the boat really contributes to the deep relaxation you feel during the trip. What a contrast with Costa! No aggressive music, no constant intrusive announcements, no silly games with hosts shouting into a microphone. Everything is soft and soothing.
We’ll definitely sail with them again. The only downside for us is that we’re already familiar with many of the stops, so we don’t get that thrill of discovery anymore.
Bergamote
Hello,
Thanks for your reply. We’ve booked the "Legend of the Vikings" cruise from March 31, 2025, to April 11, 2025. It’ll probably be cold, but there’ll be fewer crowds during the visits or excursions. The annoying thing with CFC is that you only find out about the excursions 8 weeks before departure. Our advisor sent us the ones they did in 2024, but Copenhagen wasn’t included. I saw that it’s possible to book them before the cruise and pay on board—that’s how COSTA does it. Best regards, Mum49
Thanks for your reply. We’ve booked the "Legend of the Vikings" cruise from March 31, 2025, to April 11, 2025. It’ll probably be cold, but there’ll be fewer crowds during the visits or excursions. The annoying thing with CFC is that you only find out about the excursions 8 weeks before departure. Our advisor sent us the ones they did in 2024, but Copenhagen wasn’t included. I saw that it’s possible to book them before the cruise and pay on board—that’s how COSTA does it. Best regards, Mum49
I really enjoyed this cruise. Even though there were about 800 passengers, it didn’t feel crowded—there was plenty of space.
Your review, as well as Tonyma’s, really matches my own experience.
I’ll add that I loved not being harassed by photographers. They only came by once at the Vatel. I also appreciate their policy for solo travelers: a certain number of cabins are reserved for them without any extra charge. Like on MSC, there’s a cocktail and meet-up for solo travelers. Pauline had mentioned a cocktail for passengers who had already sailed on the Renaissance, but I didn’t see anything about it. I also really enjoyed Sabry’s piano-vocal performances in the evenings. Unfortunately, she got sick, and in the bars, only the classical duo was left.
On the downside, two elevators were out of order, and there wasn’t much entertainment at the nightclub. Thankfully, there was a group of dedicated dancers!
You can book the excursions on their website before the cruise, and they’re cheaper than when bought on board. They’re charged to your onboard account.
Hello to all CFC cruisers!
Lately, all the reviews about CFC have been positive, whereas before there were many reported issues:
- Sanitary conditions
- Air conditioning/heating
- Organization of shore excursions
- Excursion planning
- Cabin flooding
......
I even read somewhere that a seasoned cruiser "didn’t give much for the company’s survival."
I have to say that the itineraries on offer are tempting, and the positive reviews too, but is that enough to have a good time if the problems take over?
One little extra question: We usually drive to the port of Marseille by car, as the parking is very convenient, but on our last cruise we saw the *Renaissance* docked right at the far end (at the entrance to the port). Is there parking nearby, or should we expect to do some walking with our suitcases in tow?
The MSC/COSTA maritime station and their parking are right at the back, next to the embarkation area.
Thanks in advance for your answers.
Best regards.
gg
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Nous voila de retour de cette croisière.
Embarquement à Dunkerque: les portes ouvraient à 12h environ, étant un peu en avance, je suis allée demander pour que mon mari PMR attende à l'intérieur plutôt que s/ son déambulateur dehors. Je l'ai donc laissé avec les 2 valises et nos 2 sacs à dos dans le petit hall pendant que j'allais garer le véhicule s/ le parking réservé avec CFC au tarif de 10 euros/ jour.
La navette qui devait reconduire les gens du parking au pavillon des maquettes devait arriver dans 5 minutes et au bout de 15 minutes toujours rien. Après 15 min d'attente j'ai vu un Mr qui partait à pieds et je lui ai demandé de l'accompagner. En 15 minutes nous étions arrivés et toujours pas vu de navette car elle nous aurait dépassé.Arrivée au pavillon des maquettes .
Mon mari avait déjà enregistré les valises avec l'aide d'1 personne de CFC.Restaient les formalités à remplir ce qui fut fait rapidement.Nous étions à bord à 12h15. Direction le buffet au pont 11 et attente de pouvoir accéder à la cabine dans 1 salon.
A 14h , découverte de la cabine balcon au pont 9 à l'arrière: spacieuse avec un grand balcon comparé à MSC/COSTA.
Etant à l'arrière, cabine 9202 , toujours un problème d'ascenseur le numéro 4: " car préference".
L'ascenseur numéro 2 s'arrête au pont 10...et l'ascenseur numéro 3 souvent en panne, il ne reste que le numéro 1 pour les PMR pour accéder au buffet pour les personnes ayant également du mal à monter les escaliers.A noter 1 seule enfant à bord et beaucoup de "cheveux gris".
JOUR 2: en mer. Beaucoup d'activités de proposées.
Jour 3: GOTEBORG ( Suède).soleil 19 degrés à 11h
Excursion prise avec CFC: Goteborg et Haga pour tous.
Visite interessante avec une guide TB. Le quartier HAGA à notre avis plein de pavés et rien de spécial et pas adapté aux personnes se déplaçant avec une canne ou fauteuil.Ascenseur numéro 3 en panne..
Jour 4: Copenhague15 degrés le matin, averses ap-midi.
Pas pris d'excursion ayant déjà fait escale avec CFC en 2025 et s/ les conseils des personnes de ce forum, nous avions pris le bus op-on/op-off face au bateau. Je suis allée quand même revoir la petite sirène .
Plus de TV, ascenseur réparé.
JOUR 5 : en mer , tj pas de TV
JOUR 6 : GDANSK ( Pologne).15 degrés pluie toute la journée.
Il y a 1 navette pour aller dans le C Ville.
Nous avons pris l'excursion:Panorama de Gdansk.
Le guide nous a laissé dans l'entrée du C Ville pour 45 minutes en nous donnant ce qu'il y avait à visiter.RV pour la suite des visites à 15h. Le bus est parti à 15h15 pour faire 10 km pour aller voir la Cathédrale d'Olivia .Nous y sommes arrivés à 16h16....le guide nous a dit que dans ce sens il y avait souvent des bouchons..Nous avons eu 10 min s/ place pour aller ensuite voir le phare et le monument de Westerplatte où là aussi nous avons eu 10 minutes s/ place.
Nous étions bcp à nous interroger pourquoi nous n'avions pas fait le circuit dans l'autre sens puisqu'il s'avait qu'il y aurait des bouchons...
Je suis allée à la réception me plaindre de cette organisation .La personne m'a lu le programme: nous devions commencer par le phare puis aller à la Cathédrale et y rester 30 min pour rejoindre le centre de Gdansk pour 1 courte promenade guidée avec un peu de temps libre pour acheter des souvenirs etc..
Le guide a fait tout le contraire de ce qui était prévu et pas de visite guidée puisqu'il nous a lâché dans la ville....
JOUR 7 : Ile de Bornholm (Danemark) 14 degrés quelques rayons de soleil
Nous avions vu dans les excursions qu'il y avait découverte de RONNE à pieds. Donc comme beaucoup nous avons visité par nous-mêmes. Il y avait 1 petit orchestre pour nous accueillir s/ le port et 2 personnes avec des plans de la ville. Nous avons pris la navette pour sortir du port, navette toutes les 15 min.Office du tourisme à côté du "shuttel bus". Visite agréable à notre rythme.
JOUR 8: KIEL ( Allemagne) 18-23 degrés, beau temps
Nous avons pris l'excursion KIEL pour tous. Guide TB et visites interessantes.
Le port est en ville et en 10 minutes nous sommes dans le CVille en suivant un trait bleu au sol depuis le port jusqu'au centre.Ascenseur 3 de nouveau bloqué...de nouveau la TV.
JOUR 9 : en mer; l'ascenseur 3 fonctionne
JOUR 10: en mer ; l'ascenseur 3 de nous veau en panne...
JOUR 11: débarquement à Dunkerque.
Les cabines doivent être libérées à 7h30.Buffet ouvert jusqu'à 9h.
Ascenseur numéro 1 "réquisitionné" , reste le 2 qui ne va pas jusqu'au 11... problème pour les PMR qui doivent traverser tout le pont 11 et essayer d'avoir un des 4 ascenseurs en fonction à l'avant avec bcp de monde à les utiliser.
Mon avis; escales interessantes.
Personnels à bord toujours aussi accueillants , souriants et parlant français pour la plupart.
Spectacles le soir de meilleure qualité qu'en Mars/Avril 2025 tant chanteurs-danseurs-animateurs et des costumes mieux..
Moins bien aimé ceux du "magicien".
Il y a eu 3 conférences à bord par une personne très cultivée mais qui débordait du sujet et trop historique à mon goût.Je n'ai pas assisté aux 2 autres, mon mari a suivi la 2ème mais pas la 3ème..
Pour cette croisière il y avait le thème du Bridge mais nous ne sommes pas joueurs ni intéressés.
Nous n'avions pas pris de forfait boissons à bord , il y a l'eau à disposition, café, thé, tisanes.
Nous avons eu un problème d'infiltration d'eau dans la cabine la veille du débarquement.Nous l'avons signalé et une fois le personnel technique passé ( avec traducteur ne parlant pas anglais), on nous a demandé de laisser la cabine pendant quelque temps pour la réparation.Nous sommes allés dans un salon et au bout d'1h30 je suis allée aux nouvelle à la réception. Réparation + longue que prévue...il fallait changer de cabine.....pas évident la veille du débarquement. Plus de cabine balcon disponible, nous avons eu 1 vue mer la 6075 avec baignoire ( impossible de l'utiliser pour nous deux). Nous avons donc fait nos valises , pris 1 douche dans notre cabine et nous sommes descendus dans la nouvelle.Bruits de chaises jusqu'à 0h30 car cabine sous un salon et un bruit continuel de ventilation dans le couloir.....le sommeil a été difficile à trouver. Débarquement: bien organisé. Nous avons été aidés pour le transport des 2 valises + sacs dans la salle d'attente le temps que je prenne la navette pour aller récupérer le véhicule. Guylène
Nous avons eu un problème d'infiltration d'eau dans la cabine la veille du débarquement.Nous l'avons signalé et une fois le personnel technique passé ( avec traducteur ne parlant pas anglais), on nous a demandé de laisser la cabine pendant quelque temps pour la réparation.Nous sommes allés dans un salon et au bout d'1h30 je suis allée aux nouvelle à la réception. Réparation + longue que prévue...il fallait changer de cabine.....pas évident la veille du débarquement. Plus de cabine balcon disponible, nous avons eu 1 vue mer la 6075 avec baignoire ( impossible de l'utiliser pour nous deux). Nous avons donc fait nos valises , pris 1 douche dans notre cabine et nous sommes descendus dans la nouvelle.Bruits de chaises jusqu'à 0h30 car cabine sous un salon et un bruit continuel de ventilation dans le couloir.....le sommeil a été difficile à trouver. Débarquement: bien organisé. Nous avons été aidés pour le transport des 2 valises + sacs dans la salle d'attente le temps que je prenne la navette pour aller récupérer le véhicule. Guylène
Bonjour,
Nous allons faire 1 croisière vers l'Europe du Nord avec escale à SOUTHAMPTON.
Nous aimerions aller visiter le site de Stonehedge.
Est-il possible d'y aller par ses propres moyens , ( mon mari est PMR), car l'excursion proposée par MSC avec Salisbury est proposée à 127 euros/pers.
Il y aura aussi 1 escale à Rotterdam et il semblerait qu'aux alentours il y ait un "village miniature à visiter". Est-ce que l'un ou l'une d'entre vous l'auriez visité et par quels moyens.
Merci beaucoup pour vos conseils. Mum49
Si vous voyagez sur le Costa Diadema du 17 au 28 Octobre 2026 pour Lisbonne, Nous pouvons nous rencontrer autour d'un verre. Partager nos expériences de croisiéristes, une excursion, une table...
hi there, a group of friends and I are going on a cruise at the end of June with CFC in Norway. I’d love to get some info on the different stops we’ll be making. Most of them are one-day stops (from around 10 AM to 8 PM on average). Here are the stops: Andalsnes, Trondheim, Honningsvåg, Alta, Hellesylt, Sandane, Austefjorden.
Thanks in advance to anyone who can share what there is to see or do in these places.
When I get back, I’ll post what we did—it might help others who come after us.
Also, does anyone know if the boat sticks to the arrival time in Dunkirk for catching tickets to head back south? We’ll plan a buffer just in case.
Thanks everyone!
Thanks in advance to anyone who can share what there is to see or do in these places.
When I get back, I’ll post what we did—it might help others who come after us.
Also, does anyone know if the boat sticks to the arrival time in Dunkirk for catching tickets to head back south? We’ll plan a buffer just in case.
Thanks everyone!
Hi there, The day before boarding the Costa Favolosa for the Norwegian Fjords cruise departing from Hamburg, I'd like to book a hotel. Which one would be the most convenient location-wise relative to the port?
Thanks in advance for your reply.
Hi everyone on the cruising forum,
I’m looking to get in touch with someone who’s been on an Arctic Cruise aboard the ship POLARFRONT, operated by the French company "LATITUDE BLANCHE", for some info.
https://www.latitudeblanche.com/voyages-grandnord-polarfront/
I already posted a similar message here 2-3 months ago, and it mysteriously disappeared... ??
Hoping for a response this time.
Best to all,
Puma2A
...
I’m looking to get in touch with someone who’s been on an Arctic Cruise aboard the ship POLARFRONT, operated by the French company "LATITUDE BLANCHE", for some info.
https://www.latitudeblanche.com/voyages-grandnord-polarfront/
I already posted a similar message here 2-3 months ago, and it mysteriously disappeared... ??
Hoping for a response this time.
Best to all,
Puma2A
...
Hi there, I was wondering if anyone has ever taken a cruise with this PO Cruise company.
Would love to hear your thoughts!
They’ve got some great itineraries for Norway.
Hello,
We’ll be sailing on the Renaissance with CFC to southern Norway from July 4 to 11, 2026, departing from Dunkirk (the cruise was booked through "Planète Croisière").
When entering some personal details or pre-selecting options on the CFC website, I’m wondering about the "optional" categories for drinks and WiFi.
I’m actually a bit surprised by these extra charges, as we weren’t used to them on other cruises (Australis in Patagonia; Hurtigruten’s Coastal Express in Norway and Alaska; Rivages du Monde in the Arctic or on the Douro River; a Nile river cruise in Egypt), where we sometimes had access to basic drinks at meals and free WiFi when near land.
Anyway, for those who’ve already taken a CFC cruise on the Renaissance, could you share some advice? Specifically about the most basic drink package, called "Fraîcheur" (238 € for two), which doesn’t seem to be described anywhere. The "Premium" package seems excessive (490 € for two for the week) for light drinkers.
As for WiFi, it’s 10 € per day per person. While I find that price acceptable for parking our car in Dunkirk, it feels overpriced here (especially since it was free on the Nordlys "Coastal Express" just 3 or 4 years ago).
So, I’d love to hear from experienced cruisers who’ve been on this ship!
Looking forward to seeing the excursion prices, which should be available soon! 😐
Thanks in advance!
Thanks in advance!
Hi there,
I’d love to hear from travelers who’ve done this cruise with Rivages du Monde or CroisiEurope.
Thanks!
Elettra69
Hi there,
I’m considering a cruise on this ship in the recently introduced Yacht Club category.
Have any forum members tried it?
What are your thoughts? Positive or negative? Which cabins should we go for—or avoid?
We’re already familiar with the Yacht Clubs on the Splendida, Fantasia, Preziosa, and Divina series.
We weren’t as keen on the one on the Seashore—we found it too big.
Thanks in advance for your feedback!
Best,
Claudine
Hi there,
I’d love to hear your thoughts on this cruise and its slightly unusual itinerary.
Also, what do you think about the price?
Good deal or too expensive?
Thanks
We're considering a new cruise soon and would like to try the Renaissance.
The uniqueness of the promenade cabins appeals to us, but could anyone give us some insights on the following points:
- Is the glass door sufficiently tinted to prevent outsiders from seeing into the cabin?
- Is the soundproofing good enough to block out conversations on the promenade deck?
Thanks in advance to anyone who can help!
Hi there,
Do you have a hotel near the cruise port (or easy to reach by metro with luggage) to recommend? I’m planning to spend two days there before boarding.
Thanks in advance! Claudine
Do you have a hotel near the cruise port (or easy to reach by metro with luggage) to recommend? I’m planning to spend two days there before boarding.
Thanks in advance! Claudine
Hello,
My husband, our two teens, and I are going on a cruise on the COSTA Esmeralda at the beginning of July. We’re thinking of exploring the ports on our own. Do any of you have recent experiences or tips to share? Are there shuttles between the port and the city center? Are they free? Looking forward to hearing from you.
My husband, our two teens, and I are going on a cruise on the COSTA Esmeralda at the beginning of July. We’re thinking of exploring the ports on our own. Do any of you have recent experiences or tips to share? Are there shuttles between the port and the city center? Are they free? Looking forward to hearing from you.
Hi, can you eat in the evening at the Costa Smeralda’s cafeteria, or do you have to dine at the restaurant? Thanks for your reply.
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Hi everyone,
As promised, here’s my review of the cruise I took from the 5th to the 19th on the MSC Virtuosa.
As you know, I had initially booked a cruise with Mein Schiff departing from Dubai (from Dubai to Cape Town). It was a 22-day cruise. Due to the issues in the Persian Gulf, my cruise was canceled by Mein Schiff.
So, we started looking for a Plan B because we really wanted to go. Especially my wife, who had just had a minor procedure and needed some rest. Since she had already taken time off, she was determined to travel. However, we were looking for an affordable Plan B since we weren’t sure when Mein Schiff or the airline would reimburse us.
While browsing online, I found a 15-day cruise departing from Pointe-à-Pitre (including flights, transfers, the cruise, and drinks) for a price of 1,200 € in a Fantastica balcony cabin. We thought, *Why not?*
I should mention that I’m not usually a big fan of MSC. My last experience with them was post-Covid (I took two cruises, one in 2021 and another in 2022), and it was honestly a disaster. We didn’t want to repeat that, but after talking to Catherine, who told me she was very happy with a short Christmas cruise, we decided to give it a try.
I have to say, I was left speechless. Honestly, the cruise was absolutely perfect. There’s nothing to complain about (or just a few minor details). In terms of service and food, I felt like I was on a premium cruise line. I’d even say MSC has nothing to envy from some of those companies. While premium lines like Holland, Celebrity, and Royal are cutting back on services, I think MSC has made huge improvements. Seriously, I wasn’t expecting this at all. You’ll see what I mean as we chat more.
I won’t do a full review like I usually do because there weren’t many stops: 1. We boarded in Pointe-à-Pitre 2. We stopped in Saint-Martin 3. Then it was a direct crossing to the Azores...
This cruise was really about relaxing, even if it’s not the kind of trip we usually take.
First off, I’m not a big fan of "flight and cruise" packages. I asked if we could leave two days early, but they said it wasn’t possible. We had to take the flight, then the bus, and board the ship directly.
It’s not really my thing, but given the price we paid and since we really wanted to relax, we thought, *Why not?*
Here’s the itinerary:
Boarding in Pointe-à-Pitre Saint-Martin Five days at sea The Azores Four days at sea Hamburg One day at sea Le Havre
But as I mentioned, it wasn’t about the itinerary. It was really about taking a break and unwinding. Honestly, I came back thrilled.
Departure and boarding details to come
As promised, here’s my review of the cruise I took from the 5th to the 19th on the MSC Virtuosa.
As you know, I had initially booked a cruise with Mein Schiff departing from Dubai (from Dubai to Cape Town). It was a 22-day cruise. Due to the issues in the Persian Gulf, my cruise was canceled by Mein Schiff.
So, we started looking for a Plan B because we really wanted to go. Especially my wife, who had just had a minor procedure and needed some rest. Since she had already taken time off, she was determined to travel. However, we were looking for an affordable Plan B since we weren’t sure when Mein Schiff or the airline would reimburse us.
While browsing online, I found a 15-day cruise departing from Pointe-à-Pitre (including flights, transfers, the cruise, and drinks) for a price of 1,200 € in a Fantastica balcony cabin. We thought, *Why not?*
I should mention that I’m not usually a big fan of MSC. My last experience with them was post-Covid (I took two cruises, one in 2021 and another in 2022), and it was honestly a disaster. We didn’t want to repeat that, but after talking to Catherine, who told me she was very happy with a short Christmas cruise, we decided to give it a try.
I have to say, I was left speechless. Honestly, the cruise was absolutely perfect. There’s nothing to complain about (or just a few minor details). In terms of service and food, I felt like I was on a premium cruise line. I’d even say MSC has nothing to envy from some of those companies. While premium lines like Holland, Celebrity, and Royal are cutting back on services, I think MSC has made huge improvements. Seriously, I wasn’t expecting this at all. You’ll see what I mean as we chat more.
I won’t do a full review like I usually do because there weren’t many stops: 1. We boarded in Pointe-à-Pitre 2. We stopped in Saint-Martin 3. Then it was a direct crossing to the Azores...
This cruise was really about relaxing, even if it’s not the kind of trip we usually take.
First off, I’m not a big fan of "flight and cruise" packages. I asked if we could leave two days early, but they said it wasn’t possible. We had to take the flight, then the bus, and board the ship directly.
It’s not really my thing, but given the price we paid and since we really wanted to relax, we thought, *Why not?*
Here’s the itinerary:
Boarding in Pointe-à-Pitre Saint-Martin Five days at sea The Azores Four days at sea Hamburg One day at sea Le Havre
But as I mentioned, it wasn’t about the itinerary. It was really about taking a break and unwinding. Honestly, I came back thrilled.
Departure and boarding details to come
Bonsoir
L'eau sur les lavabos des cabines est-elle potable ?
L'eau sur les lavabos des cabines est-elle potable ?
We’re stopping over in Rovinj this coming May, and since we’ve already visited the main sights (port, church, etc.), is there a walk we can do on our own—no boat needed—that would fill a morning?
Thanks to anyone who knows the area…
My wife and I are going on a cruise on the MS Vesteralen on August 4th. The ship stays close to the coast to deliver mail and packages. My wife is a musician and is sensitive to the movement of the boat. Which deck and cabin should we choose?
Thanks in advance
Thanks in advance
Hi there,
So, I booked this cruise...
I know CFC gets a lot of criticism—
- And that it’s not really like the ships I usually take.
But the destination really interested me...
So, I’m giving it a try...
I’m going in with an open mind, thinking I got a good deal, so I’m not expecting the same experience as when I travel with Yacht Club or The Haven.
We’ll see... soon!hi, we’re going on a cruise with MSC Virtuosa in the Caribbean. Has anyone done this cruise before and could give us some tips for excursions on the different islands? Thanks for your help
😉Hi there,
A few months ago, CFC put the EN VOGUE experience on sale, departing from Dunkirk.
I booked this package to test the boat and onboard services for myself.
I’d read a lot of reviews mentioning numerous issues on board, so I wanted to see for myself what it was really like…
Okay, I’ll stop rambling… The package included boarding at 6 PM on Friday, dinner, a show, an overnight stay, and breakfast. We chose an interior cabin for this experience—since the boat wasn’t leaving the dock, we didn’t see the point in paying more… All in all, it cost 130 € per person. My mom joined us; she got the same cabin for 130 € with no single occupancy supplement.
We’d checked in online to board faster. We took the train to DUNKIRK, then a taxi to the shuttle pavilion—7 € for the ride. When we arrived at the pavilion, we were told to wait because there was a connection issue with check-in. Great start… After about ten minutes, we were finally allowed to proceed. At the counter, they said they didn’t have our cabin cards and no record of our check-in… Very odd. With no solution, they put us on the bus and said we’d sort it out at reception. Perfect. We went through security, and they confiscated our water bottles—never seen that before! Then they said my mom had a corkscrew in her bag, so they searched it… but there was no corkscrew. Total amateur hour… They eventually dropped it.
We got on the bus for a ten-minute ride… We boarded the ship with a crew member and headed to reception. Turns out, we weren’t the only ones in this situation. The nightmare began… Only two staff members were handling all the issues, and everything seemed complicated. They told my mom her cabin had been given to someone else 😲. That was the last straw…
It took forever—they had to redo the entire check-in. Finally, they told my mom her cabin was good to go; they’d mixed her up with someone else… After a solid half-hour, we could finally head to our cabin.
I’m determined to test everything: the pool, jacuzzi, show, restaurant, spa, etc… TO BE CONTINUED
Okay, I’ll stop rambling… The package included boarding at 6 PM on Friday, dinner, a show, an overnight stay, and breakfast. We chose an interior cabin for this experience—since the boat wasn’t leaving the dock, we didn’t see the point in paying more… All in all, it cost 130 € per person. My mom joined us; she got the same cabin for 130 € with no single occupancy supplement.
We’d checked in online to board faster. We took the train to DUNKIRK, then a taxi to the shuttle pavilion—7 € for the ride. When we arrived at the pavilion, we were told to wait because there was a connection issue with check-in. Great start… After about ten minutes, we were finally allowed to proceed. At the counter, they said they didn’t have our cabin cards and no record of our check-in… Very odd. With no solution, they put us on the bus and said we’d sort it out at reception. Perfect. We went through security, and they confiscated our water bottles—never seen that before! Then they said my mom had a corkscrew in her bag, so they searched it… but there was no corkscrew. Total amateur hour… They eventually dropped it.
We got on the bus for a ten-minute ride… We boarded the ship with a crew member and headed to reception. Turns out, we weren’t the only ones in this situation. The nightmare began… Only two staff members were handling all the issues, and everything seemed complicated. They told my mom her cabin had been given to someone else 😲. That was the last straw…
It took forever—they had to redo the entire check-in. Finally, they told my mom her cabin was good to go; they’d mixed her up with someone else… After a solid half-hour, we could finally head to our cabin.
I’m determined to test everything: the pool, jacuzzi, show, restaurant, spa, etc… TO BE CONTINUED
Hi,
We received a promotion from our CFC agency offering cruises at up to 40-100% off, and among other details: CFC organizes parking for departures from Dunkirk.
"Unattended parking located about 12 minutes away, fenced off with barriers, at a rate of 10 € per day. Drop off passengers and luggage at the Model Pavilion, and a CFC shuttle will take you from the parking lot to the Model Pavilion every 15-20 minutes. Same for disembarkation. You can book through your agency or on their website. No refunds if the booking is canceled; payment is due at reservation."
Have a great day,
Guylène
PS: Personally, we’d rather keep our vehicle in a free, supervised parking lot and take a taxi to the Model Pavilion.
Hi there,
In June we’re taking a cruise called "Pearls of the Baltic" on board Renaissance CFC Cruises—with stops in Kiel (Germany), Gdańsk (Poland), Rønne (Bornholm), Copenhagen (Denmark), and Gothenburg (Sweden).
This layover in Gothenburg doesn’t really inspire me—could you tell me what’s worth seeing? Are there locals offering excursions around the area by van right when you leave the port, like you often see on Caribbean cruises?
I saw there’s a hop-on hop-off bus, but I’m not sure if there’s a stop near the terminal.
What are your suggestions? Thanks in advance! Best regards,
This layover in Gothenburg doesn’t really inspire me—could you tell me what’s worth seeing? Are there locals offering excursions around the area by van right when you leave the port, like you often see on Caribbean cruises?
I saw there’s a hop-on hop-off bus, but I’m not sure if there’s a stop near the terminal.
What are your suggestions? Thanks in advance! Best regards,
Hi! On June 10th, we’re heading off on a 10-day Baltic Sea cruise with CFC Cruises’ *Renaissance*. We’ll be stopping in Copenhagen, and we’re planning to take the City Sightseeing hop-on hop-off buses to explore the city with multiple stops. Could anyone tell me which quay cruise ships usually dock at and how to get from the quay to the nearest stop to board the tour bus? Thanks for your tips and suggestions!
Hi everyone,
Would you have any tips for excursions on the MSC Splendida cruise: Marseille / Livorno / Cagliari / Palermo / Malta / Barcelona
Is it possible to do some excursions on our own?
Thanks in advance,
Have a great evening
Patrick
Would you have any tips for excursions on the MSC Splendida cruise: Marseille / Livorno / Cagliari / Palermo / Malta / Barcelona
Is it possible to do some excursions on our own?
Thanks in advance,
Have a great evening
Patrick
hi there
A group of friends and I are going on a CroisiEurope cruise along the Danube in September, from Vienna to Bucharest.
The excursions are optional and, in my opinion, pricey. I’m convinced we can manage on our own...
* In Vienna, is it easy to visit the city and Schönbrunn Palace in one day? (Since we only have a day, is it better to explore the palace grounds or the interior?) ...97 €
* In Bratislava, is visiting the castle and hiking in the Little Carpathians worth it? ...79 €
* Budapest: Széchenyi Baths ...119 € and the Great Market Hall ...84 €
* Kalocsa: the Puszta nature reserve and a horseback riding show ...76 €
* Novi Sad: a panoramic bus tour followed by a walk to Petrovaradin Fortress ...41 €
* Ruse: visiting the Rusenski Lom Valley ...43 €
For all these cities, can we get around on our own? If so, should we take a bus, a taxi, or is it enough to be good walkers? (Share all your tips!)
Thanks in advance for your feedback.
Best regards