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Can you FaceTime on a MSC cruise?

One of the best options is to use a program like FaceTime for Apple users or video chats on WhatsApp. And if you opt for the “Browse & Stream” package, then these chats are available to use. MSC specifically lists “video chat” as one of the features available with the higher-end package.



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Internet & Apps ON BOARD Share your special moments with friends and family while you cruise and tell everyone what a great time you're having, thanks to the wifi onboard ensured by the powerful new Satellite Internet Access @Sea system installed across our fleet.

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Onboard MSC Cruises' ships, only guests travelling in any of the MSC Yacht Club cabins will get free WiFi. For the rest of passengers, WiFi is at an additional cost, the same as on most of the other cruise lines.

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If the ship provides free wifi and internet, then iMessage and FaceTime would be free. Those services are always free from Apple, and you only pay something if you are charged for the internet connection you are using.

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MSC Cruises The Standard plan (from $93 per cruise for 3GB) provides access to email, websites, all social networks and chat apps for up to two devices. If you just need to connect on one device and don't want to worry about data usage, there's the Unlimited Internet Cruise package (from $159.90 per cruise).

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Once on board, register on the MSC CAptive portal with the first device you want to use. Once registered, you will automatically be directed to the activation page. Click on the START button and the device used will be registered.

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Typically charges will appear on the next monthly bill, but depending on your carrier it may occasionally take up to 60 days for charges to appear on your phone bill. Please note that most cell phone carriers do not allow their unlimited rate plans to apply to cellular calls, texts or data used while onboard ships.

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To ensure you are not charged by your phone company on your cruise, you have two choices: Turn off your phone as soon as your cruise ship leaves port, or, if you want to use offline applications, put your phone into airplane mode.

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In general, you can expect streaming to be allowed if you purchase the top-tier wi-fi package. But even though Netflix is largely allowed, it's no guarantee that it will work well. While the technology has advanced, Internet on a cruise can still be spotty.

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Is WhatsApp free on a cruise ship? By default, WhatsApp is not free on a cruise ship. You need to be online, and most cruise lines charge for internet access, unless you have a special fare that includes WiFi access.

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What does the dress code actually mean? Men: Any t-shirts or shirt would be acceptable for men. Technically speaking, shorts aren't allowed in the main dining room but jeans are okay.

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items forbidden on board kettles, hotplates, candles, incense), drones. If explosive material, guns or illegal drugs are detected, law enforcement will be immediately alerted. MSC MSC Cruises will be forced to deny access to any guests not complying with these mandated regulations.

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All on board purchases are made with the personal cruise card, eliminating the need to carry cash or credit cards on board.

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