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I experienced Cliffhanger, the latest ride on MSC World America, and found it unexpectedly enjoyable. Initially, I was seated on the ship's deck but soon swung through the air, soaring as Ocean Cay, MSC Cruises' private island in the Bahamas, faded from view.
"There's the dreamy white sand beaches, rows of colored houses and iconic red-and-white lighthouse," stated the writer, Belinda Luksic.
Cliffhanger allows up to four riders in two twin seats to be lifted above the ship in a one-minute flight 160 feet above the sea. "Don't be fooled by Cliffhanger's low-key appearance," Luksic asserted. The ride may seem gentle, but swinging out over the open ocean feels far from tame. It costs $5 for the experience.
