Is MSC Cruises the "Spirit Airlines" of the Sea? I Paid $900 to Get Nickel & Dimed on MSC Grandiosa
Is MSC Cruises becoming the Spirit Airlines of the sea? I just spent seven nights on the MSC Grandiosa -- one of the most affordable cheap cruise balcony bookings I've ever made at just $900 -- and I came away with a lot of thoughts about where this cruise line is headed in 2026. On this sailing, I started noticing MSC Cruises quietly charging for things that have always been included on cruise lines. From beach chairs at Ocean Cay MSC Marine Reserve to a premium production show in the Carousel Lounge, it's clear that MSC may be moving toward a more a la carte cruise experience -- an a la carte voyage model that we've never really seen in this industry before. But here's the thing -- I don't necessarily hate it. In this MSC Cruises review I break down: - What MSC is now charging for that used to be free - The cruise line fees and cruise hidden fees you need to know about before you book - Why the ultra low cost cruise model could actually work in the cruise industry - How this cruise line comparison stacks up against the Spirit Airlines cruise model - What MSC needs to do to stay competitive for budget cruising and budget travel If you're looking for cruise tips and cruise advice before booking MSC Cruises 2026 sailings, this cruise vlog is a must watch. Group Cruise Newsletter: https://www.theweekendcruiser.com/group-cruise-sign-up Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/theweekendcruiser Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theweekendcruiser/ Buy Me a Coffee and get a personal video reply from Brandon - The Weekend Cruiser! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theweekendcruiser