MSC Grandiosa Review: Food, Shows, People, and What You Can Expect (2026)

Is the MSC Grandiosa worth it in 2026? From $900 balcony deals to the truth about the food, here is my full honest review. Hey everybody, I'm Brandon, The Weekend Cruiser, and I'm taking you on a 7-night sailing on the MSC Grandiosa out of Port Canaveral. MSC has a reputation for being the "budget" choice, but does that mean the quality suffers? In this video, I break down the entertainment (including the specialty $18 Circus-style shows), the reality of the dining rooms vs. the buffet, and why I spent most of my money at Jean-Philippe Chocolatier. We'll cover: The Entertainment: From ABBA hits to the Silent Disco in the sports complex. The Food: My experience at Il Campo and why you shouldn't skip the gelato. The Ship: Why the Meraviglia-plus class is so easy to navigate. The Itinerary: An honest look at Nassau, Ocean Cay, and Puerto Plata. 0:00 - MSC Grandiosa 2026 Overview 0:44 - Entertainment & $18 Specialty Shows 4:40 - Music Around the Ship (Latin Bar & Jazz) 7:50 - The Truth About MSC Food 10:37 - Buffet Tips & Breakfast Hacks 12:05 - Splurging at Jean-Philippe Chocolatier 14:32 - Pool Guide: Amphitheater vs. Adults Only 17:49 - Meet the Crew & The Officer Events 20:07 - Who is this Cruise For? (Demographics) 21:50 - Ship Design & WiFi Reality Check 23:06 - Is the Itinerary Lackluster? Join the Conversation! 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