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Las Palmas Cruise Port | What Surprised Us on Virgin Voyages

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❤️ Best for CoupleTransatlantic · Fall · 8 nightsFrom Las Palmas de Gran CanariaVeteran Cruiser

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Creator's Key Takeaways

This line is long. It's barely moving, and this happens far too often.

Virgin does a great job hyping up and turning into a full-on event.

It's beautiful here. Nicer than I thought it was going to be.

This is an area where Virgin really needs to step up.

Creator's Tips & Advice

Walk from the port to the beach; it's a flat 10-15 minute walk.
Bring cash if you want to rent beach chairs.
Book the Rockstar suite to access the private rooftop terrace.
Enter the Halloween costume contest for a chance to win a free cruise.

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Getting lost in portFollow the guide or the waterfront; it's a straightforward walk.
Beach access costsThe beach is free, but chairs require a rental fee.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat is there to do in Las Palmas cruise port?
QIs Las Palmas walkable from the cruise terminal?
QWhat is the Rockstar suite terrace like on Virgin Voyages?
QHow does Virgin Voyages handle Halloween?
QWhat are the queues like for getting back on the ship?

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Port Highlights

Las Palmas de Gran Canaria3½ Happy Bacon
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YouTube Video Description

Las Palmas Cruise Day | What Surprised Us on Virgin Voyages Las Palmas turned out to be one of those cruise days that surprises you in the best ways. We start the day by stepping off Virgin Voyages’ Resilient Lady and walking straight from the ship along the waterfront, through the brand-new cruise terminal area, and into the city. From there, it’s an easy walk to the beach where we kick things off with some downtime, lunch, and a few celebratory toasts to a couple of retirees in our group. In the afternoon, we head back toward the mall to join the Hop On Hop Off bus tour. This ends up being one of the highlights of the day — a relaxed, scenic loop that takes a couple of hours to complete and gives a great overview of Las Palmas from multiple angles, covering both coasts and different sides of the island. We let this part of the day breathe, setting it to music and letting the views speak for themselves. Back onboard, we’re honest about one of Virgin Voyages’ biggest frustrations — slow re-boarding and unnecessary bottlenecks — but we also give credit where it’s due. Dinner at Gunbae brings Korean BBQ, family-style dining, and drinking games right at the table, before the night shifts into full Halloween mode with costumes, contests, prizes, and high-energy entertainment. While Virgin still has areas to improve operationally, this is where they shine. When it comes to entertainment and onboard activities, they truly bring their A game. If you’re cruising to Las Palmas, considering the Hop On Hop Off bus, or sailing Virgin Voyages and want to see what a real cruise day actually looks like — this one’s for you. 🎥 Watch More from Dockside Travel 👉 Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DocksideTravel 👉 Website: https://www.docksidetravel.ca 🌍 Stay Connected 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DocksideTravel 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/docksidetravel 👇 Let us know in the comments: Have you taken a Hop On Hop Off bus in Las Palmas? Beach day or city tour — which would you choose? 👍 Like the video 🔔 Subscribe for weekly cruise vlogs, port guides, and ship tours Please Note: While we share our opinions and personal experiences in this video, it is for your entertainment. You should contact your travel agent or the cruise line directly for detailed advice and information specific to your booking.