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Eat, Drink, Cruise | Episode 4 with Charles Steadman, Virgin Voyages

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Creator's Key Takeaways

it really is kind of a breath of fresh air and I think if you're talking to a virgin voyages employee or executive team member you're probably going to hear that you know it's a new something about a new perspective on what really cruising can be

we're definitely seeing not just from a trend perspective but from Sailor feedback and even from crew feedback of you know wanting more offerings from a non-alcoholic and a low alcoholic um kind of spectrum

it's a smart disruption kind of looking at you know kind of again that affordable luxury and finding that value that that choice of not being stuck in a say a box of what a package could be sometimes

we have a great kind of creative Collective and you know this includes not just food and beverage with some amazing chefs and bar personalities

Creator's Tips & Advice

โœ“Consider the bartab option for flexible beverage spending instead of a traditional package
โœ“Explore the non-alcoholic and low-ABV beverage options for a balanced experience

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat is Virgin Voyages' approach to food and beverage experiences?
QHow does Virgin Voyages differentiate its beverage offerings from traditional cruise lines?

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YouTube Video Descriptionโ†“

In this week's episode, Ken Taylor hosts Charles Steadman, Director of Food and Beverage Experiences and Strategic Partnerships at Virgin Voyages. Together, they delve into the captivating journey behind the creation of Virgin's distinctive brand and its innovative food and beverage offerings. Explore Virgin Voyages' fresh perspective on onboard drinking & dining, shaped by collaborations with artists, musicians, and other creatives to elevate the experience for sailors. Charles offers insights into the meticulous process behind realising Virgin's vision at sea and sheds light into emerging trends shaping menu creation, tailored to their unique, adult-only demographic. From the rising interest in low-to-no alcohol options to wellness-centric initiatives. Tune in to discover how Virgin Voyages continues to redefine the cruise F&B experience.