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Live: From Virgin Voyage's Scarlet Lady! Hear my initial thoughts!

The Weekend Cruiser

The Weekend Cruiser

👁️ 5K views📅 3 years ago⏱️ 59:18

Royal Caribbean Group

Freedom of the Seas

What This Creator Said

3 Happy Bacon

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🧍 Best for SoloCaribbean · Summer · 5 nightsFrom MiamiVeteran Cruiser

Source: Our analysis of the creator's lived experience, based on what they said in this video.

Creator's Key Takeaways

the virgin sailing has been fantastic

the food here has so far been noticeably better

this ship feels absolutely dead which is one reason that i chose virgin

i'm actually really enjoying virgin i wish there was more people here but this is a more sophisticated upscale environment

Creator's Tips & Advice

✓Use a hotspot for reliable internet on the ship

✓Book specialty restaurants in advance via the app

✓Prepay for drinks if you plan to consume alcohol

✓Bring red clothing for Scarlet Night events

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Internet reliability on the ship — Use a personal hotspot for better speeds

What to wear for themed events — Bring red clothing for Scarlet Night and pajamas for pajama party

Questions This Creator Answers

QHow does Virgin Voyages compare to Royal Caribbean?

QWhat is the food like on Virgin Voyages?

QIs the ship crowded during summer?

QWhat are the activities and entertainment like?

Topics Covered

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Port Highlights

Bimini2½ Happy Bacon

Top: Bimini Beach Club

Costa Maya3½ Happy Bacon

Miami3 Happy Bacon

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YouTube Video Description↓

Will be talking through my initial thoughts on Virgin Voyages, how I like the Scarlet Lady and some of the differences I am seeing between Royal Caribbean and Virgin. Great questions on how to compare Virgin Voyages to Royal Caribbean!