MSC Seaside

The MSC Seaside is a cruise ship that was built at the Fincantieri shipyard in Monfalcone, Italy, and was inaugurated on December 21st, 2017. The MSC Seaview is her sister ship. These vessels were designed to provide more outdoor passenger space and interaction between the different indoor-outdoor locations as evidenced by the 8th floor walk around the ship that connect this outdoor walkway to the shops, restaurants, bars, and various indoor spaces as well which gives the opportunity to have a drink, a meal or just sunbathe or walk by the sea. There are two glass walkways and panoramic lifts from where you can see the sea and the landscapes. Another novelty is the glass atrium, in the center of the ship, which occupies four floors of the liner connected by stairs with Swarovski crystals that give a touch of luxury more to all the luxury that you can find everywhere. There is a private sector for members who belong to the MSC Yacht Club, it’s like having a private ship in another ship. There is also an area dedicated to children, another for teenagers and another for sportsmen or adventurers with a zipline that allows you to have a different view from above. There are three paying restaurants, a Balinese spa, a bar of specialty cafes and chocolates, a theater, a water park, two large buffets, two restaurants with three different schedules in the evening, a disco and much more to discover.

Tips

Before you go, do not forget to download the application ‘MSC for me’ which will allow you to be aware of everything that happens during your cruise even to book the activities on board. It also has a GPS that will help you a lot to go around the 20 floors of the ship.

If you have not bought your cruise with drinks and Wi-fi included, you will find several packages that you can buy on their site or on the day of departure of your cruise.

Papudo, Petorca, Chile

Papudo is a Chilean commune in the province of Petorca, 175 km from Santiago and 98 km north of Valparaiso. Its main town is the resort of the same name, which has 2 beaches for swimming, Big Beach and Little Beach, and other more distant like Lilen, Playillas and Salinas Puyally. There are also several trails for hiking or horseback riding and to observe the flora and fauna, like the French way, the Maqui and the Tigris way. The site offers many activities also that enjoy the beach and sun, you can go hiking, horseback riding, do underwater expeditions, surfing, mountain biking, etc. There is a beautiful pedestrian promenade along the beach called The Terrace from the grotto of the Virgin to Glorias Navales Avenue. Sto see: Recart Chalet, the church of Our Lady of Mercy, the temple of St. Peter the Fisherman, the Pirate Cave, Pullaly Park, among others.

Tips

A nice excursion to do is go around the bay by boat, about 40 minutes that covers places of major tourist attraction, such as Punta Pite and the Island of Wolves, where you can see marine life in all its splendor, with important colonies of Humboldt penguins, cormorants, pelicans, etc. The boats sail from the municipal wharf and tickets can be purchased at the tourist information office at Little Beach and on the pier.
There are two craft fairs where villagers offer their crafts, one located on the promenade of Big Beach and the other on the Arms Suqare.
If you like fish and seafood, Papudo is a good place to eat very fresh one in the various restaurants in the area.
If you’re visiting in February, you will be able to attend the Festival of integration which brings together hundreds of exhibitors from Latin America.