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The Virgin Voyages Mistakes We Made (So You Don’t Have To)

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So, although we had a really fantastic time today, I'm going to talk you through our vacation, the mistakes that we made, and what we might do differently next time.

I made the fatal mistake of saying I'm going to go and have an hour's nap. Well, I slept through my alarm and woke up halfway through PJ Party.

The problem is we never actually got there. So, this is really important to understand if you've not cruised before.

So, for example, if you've got a show booked and you're really looking forward to it, for example, Another Rose is one of the shows that's shown on Resilient Lady, there is a chance it might get cancelled.

Creator's Tips & Advice

Arrive at or after your port arrival time; there's no point in arriving early.
On the very first night, make sure that you pace yourself.
Do even just a little bit of research around the shore things or the excursions that you're planning to do in a port.
Expect the unexpected; adopt a chilled mindset around things not going to plan.
Plan to do something before you head to the airport to avoid wasting a day.

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Arriving early for port arrival timeArrive at or after your port arrival time; there's no point in arriving early.
Pacing yourself on the first nightMake sure that you pace yourself on the first night to avoid missing events like PJ Party.
Not researching excursionsDo even just a little bit of research around the shore things or excursions to be prepared.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat mistakes can happen on a Virgin Voyages cruise and how can you avoid them?
QHow should you handle itinerary changes or port cancellations?
QWhat are some insider tips for making the most of your Virgin Voyages experience?

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Excursions1½ Happy BaconPort Destination1 Happy BaconItinerary Route½ Happy BaconEntertainment Activities2½ Happy BaconEmbarkation1½ Happy BaconCabin Interior2 Happy BaconDining Main4 Happy BaconEntertainment Nightlife2 Happy Bacon

Port Highlights

Bimini2 Happy Bacon
Grand Cayman1½ Sad Bacon
Miami1½ Happy Bacon
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YouTube Video Description

Not every Virgin Voyages cruise goes 100% to plan, and our recent Resilient Lady sailing in the Caribbean definitely threw us some curveballs. From missing a port due to weather to a rookie mistake that nearly ruined the first night, here is exactly what went wrong and how you can avoid making the same errors on your next vacation. We share our honest experience dealing with unexpected itinerary changes, why you shouldn't arrive at the terminal too early, and how to handle a chilly day at the Bimini Beach Club. 💰 Book your voyage with extra perks ➜ https://vvinsider.com/book/ WHAT WE COVER TODAY 🕒 Why arriving early to the port is actually a mistake 😴 The rookie nap error that nearly ruined PJ Party 🕺 Tips for Klub Rubiks and planning themed outfits 🌊 Our Dunn's River Falls excursion surprise in Jamaica 🚫 What happens when bad weather cancels a port 🐙 choosing a chilled Scarlet Night vibe vs. partying hard 🥶 How to enjoy Bimini Beach Club even when it's cold LINKS & RESOURCES 🔗 Ultimate Virgin Voyages Guide: https://vvinsider.com/ultimate-guide/ 🔗 Guide to Themed Night Outfits: https://vvinsider.com/guides-and-faqs/guide/planning-outfits-for-themed-nights/ 🔗 Onboard Events & Entertainment: https://vvinsider.com/on-board/events/ 🔗 Example Event Line-ups: https://vvinsider.com/event-line-ups/ CHAPTERS 00:00 When Virgin Voyages Doesn’t Go to Plan 01:42 Travel Day to Miami 03:28 Embarkation, Insider Cabin Thoughts 06:12 The “1 Hour Nap” Mistake 07:28 Day 2 Sea Day Reset 09:38 Themed Parties & How to Plan Outfits 10:55 Jamaica Excursion: Do Your Research 13:58 Port Cancelled (Here’s Why) 16:23 Scarlet Night: Choosing Your Own Vibe 18:11 Trying Something New 19:17 Bimini… But It’s Freezing 20:36 Final Night Packing Tip Connect with the VV Insider community: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/vvinsider Instagram: https://instagram.com/vvinsiderblog #VirginVoyages #ResilientLady #CruiseTips #CruiseVlog #TravelFails #CaribbeanCruise #ScarletNight #BiminiBeachClub #CruiseLife #VirginVoyagesReview #TravelAdvice #CruiseMistakes #LuxuryTravel #AdultsOnlyCruise