Virgin Voyages Resilient Lady vs MSC Seascape

The Virgin Voyages Resilient Lady is a fairly new ship, being built in 2023. This is an adults-only ship; all guests must be 18 or older. It's 1 year newer than the Seascape, which was built in 2022. The MSC Seascape has a New York City-inspired theme complete with a 10-foot-fall replica of the Statue of Liberty at the heart of the casino and shopping area called Times Square.

Comparison Overview

Ship Size

The Resilient Lady is considered a medium size ship. Coming in at 912 feet long and 125 feet wide, it's roughly the length of 2.5 football fields, as wide as 2.4 tractor-trailers and the same height as a 13-story building. Compared to the MSC Seascape, the Resilient Lady is 35% smaller in terms of overall tons.

Number of Passengers

Virgin Voyages Resilient Lady holds 54% fewer passengers than the Seascape based on double occupancy (two people per room). When you compare the total tonnage of the ship to the number of passengers, or what we call the "Space Ratio," the Resilient Lady has more space per person compared to the Seascape. This means that you might have a bit more space to yourself on the ship, although there still could be some crowded areas like buffets, pools, etc.

Virgin Voyages
Resilient Lady
MSC
Seascape
ClassLadySeaside EVO
Gross Tonnage110,000169,400
Length9121,060
Beam/Width125135
Passenger Decks1315
Passengers (double occupancy)2,7005,877
Crew1,1501,648
Passenger to Crew Ratio2.33.6
Space Ratio (tons of ship per passenger)4128


Food and Restaurants

Food is a big part of any cruise, and the ship you choose can make a huge difference in your food experience.

The Resilient Lady has 12 different dining options like The Test Kitchen, Extra Virgin, and The Wake. Of those options, 12 are complementary, or included with your cruise fare.

The Seascape has 4 more dining venues. Some of its popular venues are HOLA! Tacos & Cantina, Kaito Teppanyaki, and Kaito Sushi Bar. 7 of these restaurants are complementary and the other 9 have an additional fee.

If you like having a variety of places to eat, the Seascape might be a better choice. It has 33% more dining options than the Resilient Lady.

If you're looking to avoid extra money while on board, the Resilient Lady might be a better choice then the Seascape. More of the dining options are included in the base cruise fare, potentially saving you money.

Virgin Voyages
Resilient Lady
MSC
Seascape
Total Dining Options1216
Complimentary Dining Options:127
Additional Fee Dining Options:09
% of Included Options100%44%
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Bars and Drinks

Virgin Voyages's Draught Haus
Virgin Voyages's Draught Haus
MSC's Jungle Pool Beach Bar
MSC's Jungle Pool Beach Bar

The Virgin Voyages Resilient Lady has 1 fewer bar than the MSC Seascape. The Resilient Lady has 18 bars like Red Bar, Sun Club Bar and The Manor. On Resilient Lady, you can grab a drink at 19 different bars such as Jungle Pool Beach Bar, Loft Cafe and The Wine Cellar.

Virgin Voyages
Resilient Lady
MSC
Seascape
•Casino Bar
• Draught Haus
• Grounds Club
• Gym & Tonic
• Mezcal Bar
• On The Rocks
• Red Bar
• Richard's Rooftop Bar
• Sip Lounge
• Sun Club Bar
• The Aquatic Club Bar
• The Athletic Club Bar
• The Dock Bar
• The Dock House Bar
• The Grounds Club Too
• The Loose Cannon
• The Manor
• The Social Club
•Casino Bar
• Champagne Bar
• Chef's Court Cocktail Bar
• Horizon Bar
• Infinity Bar
• Jungle Pool Beach Bar
• Le Cabaret Rouge
• Loft Cafe
• Marina Bar
• MSC Yacht Club Grill & Bar
• Seascape Bar
• Shine Bar
• Sky Bar
• Sports Bar
• The Uptown Lounge
• The Wine Cellar
• Top 19 Bar
• Top Sail Lounge
• Venchi 1878 Chocolate Bar

In terms of drinks and cocktails, you have a variety of choices. Both ships serve the Coca-cola family of products. That means Coke, Diet Coke, Sprite and Barqs Root Beer, although the selection can vary by ship.

You can check out recent the bar menus for the Resilient Lady and the Seascape below.



Pools and Hot Tubs

The main pool on the Virgin Voyages Resilient Lady
The main pool on the Virgin Voyages Resilient Lady

Nothing beats relaxing by a pool with a nice drink in hand as you feel the fresh sea breeze pass by you. The problem is that with thousands of people on a ship, there's not always room. If you want to spend all day for 7 days in a pool, a cruise isn't for you. You would have a much better bet choosing a resort with a huge pool complex. That being said, a quick dip in the pool can be nice on a hot day.

The Virgin Voyages Resilient Lady has a total of 2 pools and 6 hot tubs. 2 of the hot tubs are exclusive access, which means there's either an extra charge to access them or you need to book a certain class of cabin to have access to them.

MSC Seascape has more pools than the Resilient Lady and more hot tubs. There are more exclusive pools and hot tubs on the Seascape. If you don't mind paying for exclusive access to areas in order to have less crowds, this might be a better choice.

Virgin Voyages
Resilient Lady
MSC
Seascape
Total Pools25
Pools - General Access22
Pools - Adults Only1
Pools - Exclusive2
Total Hot Tubs615
Hot Tubs - General Access412
Hot Tubs - Adults Only
Hot Tubs - Exclusive23



Ship Features and Activities

Both ships have lots of activities to keep you busy throughout your cruise. Below you'll see a list of some of the major features on these ships. On the Resilient Lady, 55% of the activities below are included in the cruise fare. On the Seascape, only 54% of the activities are included, meaning you might spend more money while on board.

Virgin Voyages
Resilient Lady
MSC
Seascape
Acrobatic Show
Adventure Trail
Arcade
Basketball
Casino
F1 Simulator
Fitness Center
Glass Bridge
Group Fitness
Interactive XD Cinema
Jogging Track
Private Karaoke Rooms
Robotron
Salon
Spa
Splash park
Tattoo Studio
Theater
Thermal Suites
Water slides
Zip Line
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Cruise Costs

Virgin Voyages is a premium cruise line. Premium cruise lines typically offer upscale food, accommodations, and service. These typically cost about $150 - $400 per person per day.

MSC, on the other hand, is considered a mainstream cruise line. Mainstream cruise lines cater to a variety of guests, hoping to provide something for everyone. These typically cost about $100 - $350 per person per day.

Cruise pricing is dynamic and varies for each specific sailing based on factors such as departure point, ports of call, and time of year. To get a good idea of how the pricing compares, visit the cruise line's website to price out the separate cruises or consult a travel professional.

Onboard Costs

Another way to gauge the cost of a cruise is to consider how much you'll spend on board. Even though a lot is included in the base cruise fare, you may still spend money on things like spa treatments, specialty dining, drinks, and excursions. In addition, guests can also have to pay for things like gratuities and tips.

Typically guests can expect to spend about 25 - 40% of the cost of the cruise on onboard expenses. In other words, if the cruise fare is $1,000 per person, you might spend between $250 and $400 on extra expenses.

The table below will help you compare onboard prices to see if you might spend more on a specific ship.

Virgin Voyages
Resilient Lady
MSC
Seascape
Base Daily Gratuities*
(Per Person Per Day)
Included$16.00
Tip added to drinks & servicesIncluded18%
Soda PriceIncluded
Domestic Beer Price$8.00
See drink menus

See drink menus
Drink Package PriceNo drink package available$46 - $85
Internet PlanBase level is Included. For "premium" speeds, it's around $25 per day$17 - $27 per device per day
*Daily gratuities for a standard cabin. Suites or specialty rooms may have higher rates.

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