Portuguese Island
Portuguese Island
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4.0
174 avis
Excellent
74
Très bon
50
Moyen
24
Médiocre
12
Horrible
14
Valentina D
5 contributions
déc. 2023 • En couple
Not an island of any standard if you’ve been to good islands. Murky water, ultra commercialised by MSC, NOTHING to do other than few basic water sports. Seems to have been chosen because it’s the only island MSC can monopolise.
Écrit le 29 mars 2024
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OnAir14762485724
1 contribution
févr. 2024 • En solo
I have been on at least 8 cruises, starting when Starlight cruises first came to our shores. I love cruising, love the vibe, the food, the entertainment and just the value for money.
However, this last cruise on the 19th February to 23rd to February 2024 to the Island of Pomene wasn't to be as"apparently the weather wasn't conjusive for us to stop on the island". I am sure that this was not so, as straight afterwards the itiniariary notices for the following day were for the Portugese Isand that very same evening, which they have done to death. Also, when I disembarked very early on the island, there were hundreds of vendors on the beach. How did they get to know the ship was coming to the Island with such short notice. Also, the one receptionist make a mistake when asked about Pomene, even before the announcement had been made that we were going to the Portugese Island. I feel as if this time I have been scammed and I don't appreciate it. I will be investigating it and will definitely be taking it to task to find out the truth behind the change so conveniently for the ship to not travel to the Pomene Island. I have done the Portugese island many times and was really looking forward to another change of scenary. My husband passed away recently and we loved to cruise, so I took it upon myself to do one again, one my own.
Anyone else feeling the same sentiment??????
However, this last cruise on the 19th February to 23rd to February 2024 to the Island of Pomene wasn't to be as"apparently the weather wasn't conjusive for us to stop on the island". I am sure that this was not so, as straight afterwards the itiniariary notices for the following day were for the Portugese Isand that very same evening, which they have done to death. Also, when I disembarked very early on the island, there were hundreds of vendors on the beach. How did they get to know the ship was coming to the Island with such short notice. Also, the one receptionist make a mistake when asked about Pomene, even before the announcement had been made that we were going to the Portugese Island. I feel as if this time I have been scammed and I don't appreciate it. I will be investigating it and will definitely be taking it to task to find out the truth behind the change so conveniently for the ship to not travel to the Pomene Island. I have done the Portugese island many times and was really looking forward to another change of scenary. My husband passed away recently and we loved to cruise, so I took it upon myself to do one again, one my own.
Anyone else feeling the same sentiment??????
Écrit le 13 mars 2024
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Trip46640451334
4 contributions
févr. 2024 • En famille
Beautiful island and the locals are so friendly. One of the few places in the world that is untamed. Took the most beautiful photos and enjoyed the trip with my sister.
Écrit le 6 mars 2024
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Daniel E
1 contribution
avr. 2022
We went on the Msc Orchestra from Durban to Pomene from 4-8 April 2022. Everything was spectacular and amazing, except for the food that was very mediocre. Not oncewas there a serving of red meat in any shape, form or size. We had fish daily and chicken every second day. The vegetables were very weak and bland. Pizzas were freshly baked but had no mozarella cheese, only a light sprinkling of finely grated hard cheese and no meats on them. Soup was tasteless. No salad dressing available
Écrit le 9 avril 2022
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CarlosQNeves
Maputo, Mozambique23 contributions
avr. 2021 • En solo
Para ficar horas a sentir a areia nos pés e a água quente e transparente no corpo.
Momentos de paz absoluta!
Momentos de paz absoluta!
Écrit le 29 avril 2021
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Mamas lodge
Inhaca Island, Mozambique1 contribution
nov. 2020 • Entre amis
Stunning island. There is no doubt about that! Anyone who has visited will say the same.
No residents on the island which make for a tranquil and peaceful trip. Beautiful white sand and clear waters.
We were lucky enough to freedive and spearfish off the point of the island where it drops off to deep water and catch a beautiful kingfish.
The island is also ideal for a bonfire at night if staying over and the wind is calm.
No residents on the island which make for a tranquil and peaceful trip. Beautiful white sand and clear waters.
We were lucky enough to freedive and spearfish off the point of the island where it drops off to deep water and catch a beautiful kingfish.
The island is also ideal for a bonfire at night if staying over and the wind is calm.
Écrit le 16 novembre 2020
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Bassanie
Greater Johannesburg, Afrique du Sud4 contributions
févr. 2020
I went to visit the Portuguese island coming from Inhaca island wow it felt like I was on my very own island, it was great.
Écrit le 31 mai 2020
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Nomusa K
Pretoria, Afrique du Sud8 contributions
janv. 2020
I enjoyed myself, i will recommend a cruise to anyone. Portuguese is nice and nice weather. Entertaintment is out of this world. The food is so nice.
Écrit le 29 janvier 2020
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Janette F
Le Cap, Afrique du Sud56 contributions
déc. 2019 • En famille
The Portuguese Island is beautiful- warm water to swim and miles of beach. It is very crowded once the whole ship disembarks. Noisy with music and lots of partying. If this is not your thing - Book excursions to snorkel and visit Inhaca Island as this is much quieter and very beautiful. There are queues for everything with a fair amount of impatient people pushing etc I would definitely visit the Islands again but not on a cruise ship filled with folks who want to party. The islands are lovely - the facilities built by MSC are good. Sadly by the time we left the beaches were filled with trash from the visitors who left it exactly where they were sitting. The crew of the MSC Orchestra confirmed their ground team would collect it all and clean up the human impact. Take Rands or USD to purchase curios and locally made items - the islands inhabitants survive on tourism - so a good way to ensure we uplift the community.
Écrit le 17 décembre 2019
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John B
Johannesburg, Afrique du Sud19 contributions
déc. 2019
We have just completed the MSC Orchestra cruise from Durban to Pomene.
On the positive side the ship is really comfortable and the cabins clean and neat. We had a rear balcony cabin. The food in the main restaurants is good and the buffet section on deck 13 has a large variety of choice. Plenty of bars and things to do. Pomene is a beautiful unspoilt area.
The huge crowds, queuing, pushing and shoving is something one has to get used to. On deck 13 at meal times its just a mass of people descending on the buffet with plates packed high with food and virtually no space to sit and enjoy the sea going by. There is not a quiet bar on the ship so no place to relax and enjoy a quiet chat. Avoid this cruise if you are looking for a relaxing and peaceful holiday. If you want lots of noise, hordes of people singing and dancing then this is for you. It has put us off MSC cruising.
On the positive side the ship is really comfortable and the cabins clean and neat. We had a rear balcony cabin. The food in the main restaurants is good and the buffet section on deck 13 has a large variety of choice. Plenty of bars and things to do. Pomene is a beautiful unspoilt area.
The huge crowds, queuing, pushing and shoving is something one has to get used to. On deck 13 at meal times its just a mass of people descending on the buffet with plates packed high with food and virtually no space to sit and enjoy the sea going by. There is not a quiet bar on the ship so no place to relax and enjoy a quiet chat. Avoid this cruise if you are looking for a relaxing and peaceful holiday. If you want lots of noise, hordes of people singing and dancing then this is for you. It has put us off MSC cruising.
Écrit le 15 décembre 2019
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Would like to hear from someone who has cruised in the msc sinfonia thinking of doing Greek island tour
Rédigé le 14 mai 2019
We've only been on the MSC Musica. A colleague of mine went on the MSC Sinfonia but did not have a very good experience. She loved the Musica much more after her recent trip to the Portuguese Islands.
Rédigé le 14 mai 2019
Hi. We are going on the April cruise for 4 nights. The reviews sound a bit disappointing. My questions are;
1. We did not book priority boarding so what time can we board?
2. Do we need to carry our own snorkel gear?
3. Is the food really as mediocre as the reviews suggest?
4. Any other tips to make this a pleasant experience as it’s our first time cruising
Rédigé le 31 mars 2019
Hi Dev, we embarked in Durban and flew from Cape Town so we got to the port by 10.30 and proceeded through security and passport control in 30 minutes without priority boarding. Msc offers snorkeling gear so you won't require your own. The food is okay, we booked the late dinner seating. Purchase sufficient drinks vouchers and coffee vouchers if you enjoy coffee. Try not to do the buffet supper it can be chaotic. We booked a spa treatment upfront and had a full time pass to the sauna, steam room and Jacuzzis. It was much more chilled than the pool decks where it can get quite busy. There's plenty to do on the ship so make the most of it. It's a truly memorable journey. PS be open to meeting new people and have fun fun fun
Rédigé le 2 avril 2019
Hi, going on a trip beginning March 2019. What is there to do on the Portuguese islands? Is there a MSC bar and can you use your cruise card there?
Rédigé le 29 janvier 2019
Hi, We are going on the MSC Musica to the Portuguese Island in April 2019. I want to find out about the little boat that take you from the cruise ship to the island. How easy is it to get in and out of the boat, especially on the beach? I'm quite a big person, so am afraid that I won't be able to get in and out and of it :-) Thank you!
Rédigé le 14 janvier 2019
Hi Samantha
The boat is very easy to get on and off from the boat. There are always people on standby to assist with it. Getting off the small boat is sometimes a little more difficult and one has to walk through some shallow sea water to get to the island. But this depends on when you land - there are 2 boats taking people from the ship to the island which takes a while.
Rédigé le 16 janvier 2019
I've copied and pasted your review on MSC's Facebook page. They've requested you to contact them.
Rédigé le 29 mars 2018
What do you mean??
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Rédigé le 13 septembre 2018
Going on sinfonia in Feb 2018.
do we need visas to explore the portugese island.
also what is this drinking coupons everyone is talking about or should we buy one of the drinking options??
thanx
Rédigé le 26 novembre 2017
No. you don't need visas to explore the Portuguese Island. The coupons are from the drinks package that you buy, you then receive a booklet with coupons which you redeem for drinks. The coupons can be used on the island as well. The locals also come around selling coldrinks on the island and they also accept ZAR.
Rédigé le 15 janvier 2019
veronicadance1969
Port Elizabeth, Afrique du Sud
Hi Guys
Would like to know if anybody visited the new island Pomene yet and what your thoughts are? My family is going on a cruise in March. Cannot wait. Does Sinfonia stock Coke or Pepsi products.
Thanks
Rédigé le 12 novembre 2017
Hi! I haven't been to Pomene but I have had coke on the Msc ☺
you're going to have a blast!
Rédigé le 17 novembre 2017
Do you know whether UK citizens need a visa? I know you do to go to Maputo etc. Don't want to get there & find we can't board!
Rédigé le 1 juillet 2017
The departure point is Durban South Africa , so if you need a visa for RSA just apply for both just in case .
I'm from SA so didn't need one
Rédigé le 18 février 2018
Hi, MSC cruises from November to end of April, so I'd say that the best time to access the Island through their cruises.
Rédigé le 14 mai 2017
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