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Is the Virgin Voyages Irresistible Med Cruise Really Worth It?

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What This Creator Said
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โค๏ธ Best for CoupleMediterranean ยท 7 nightsVeteran Cruiser

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Creator's Key Takeaways

the service on Virgin voyages is a bit different than other Cruise Lines

the dining is where virgin voyages really shines

the entertainment on Virgin voyages is a little bit more hit or miss

we were not impressed with the cruise Line's offerings

Creator's Tips & Advice

โœ“Book shore excursions directly with Virgin Voyages using the app, but be aware of potential mismatches between description and execution.
โœ“Use the app for ship-wide announcements and reminders, as the cruise line relies heavily on it.
โœ“Consider the sea terrace stateroom for a balcony with a hammock, but note the cabin assignment is auto-assigned.

๐Ÿ†•New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Service speed โ€” Dinners may take a full two hours each evening, especially on busier sailings.
Pool crowding โ€” Pools can feel cramped during busy afternoons, so plan accordingly.
Entertainment variety โ€” Entertainment is hit or miss; the Red Room and Manor shows are recommended.

Questions This Creator Answers

QIs the Virgin Voyages Irresistible Med Cruise Really Worth It?
QWhat are the onboard activities, dining, and entertainment like on Valiant Lady?
QHow do the ports of call and shore excursions compare to expectations?

Topics Covered

Dining Main4 Happy BaconService Crew1ยฝ Happy BaconExcursions2 Sad BaconEntertainment Shows2 Happy BaconPool Deck1 Sad BaconCabin Balcony1ยฝ Happy BaconEntertainment Activities2ยฝ Happy BaconShip Condition3 Happy Bacon

Port Highlights

Ajaccio1 Sad Bacon
Top: City tour including stops pertinent to Napoleon
Cagliari1ยฝ Happy Bacon
Top: Tour of the Old and New Towns of Cagliari
Ibiza3ยฝ Happy Bacon
Top: Sunset tour with sangria and tapas
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We have just returned from a cruise on @VirginVoyages newest ship and share all the details with you in our Virgin Voyages Valiant Lady Irresistible Med cruise review. Subscribe to the Eat Sleep Cruise YouTube Channel if you love to travel and cruise the world! https://www.youtube.com/c/EatSleepCru... If you enjoy the video, please make sure to give it a BIG THUMBS UP! ----HONEST VIRGIN VOYAGES IRRESISTIBLE MED CRUISE REVIEW----- 0:00 Introduction ----VALIANT LADY POOL AND SPORTS DECKS---- Virgin Voyagesโ€™ Valiant Lady is home to only two pools. The main pool is on Deck 15 midship. This small pool has a wading area with an even smaller area for taking a dip. This pool is surrounded by daybeds for those looking to soak up the sun. Unfortunately, the pool looks much better than it functions on a warm sea day. Just aft of the main pool, sailors can find the wellness pool. This even smaller circular pool is surrounded by some loungers and outdoor work out equipment. If you donโ€™t need to be right next to a pool, there are additional outdoor spaces on Valiant Lady like the Athletic Club, The Perch, and The Dock which is our favorite space on the ship. Further, Virgin Voyages emphasizes fitness and well-being with plenty of spaces to stay active. The Athletic Club features a boxing ring, outdoor circuit equipment, and a basketball court. There are also two separate gyms, one for cardio and one for strength training, and an exclusive halo jogging track. Fitness class are complimentary on Virgin Voyages as well. ----DINING ON VIRGIN VOYAGES VALIANT LADY---- Another benefit of Virgin Voyages inclusive nature is that all dining is complimentary. From casual eats to all the sit-down restaurants, everything is included in the cruise fare. For us, the dining is where Virgin Voyages really shines. On Valiant Lady, there are several casual spots to grab a bite to eat. Perhaps one of our favorites is the Pizza Place. Further, the main quick-service venue on Valiant Lady is the Galley on Deck 15. This food hall is home to 10 different eateries and is part buffet, part table service. In the evenings, cruisers can choose from 6 different sit-down restaurants on Valiant Lady with a variety of global cuisines. These include Mexican tapas, Italian, Korean BBQ, an American steakhouse, a vegan friendly restaurant, and and experiential restaurant. We really enjoy Pink Agave, The Wake, and Extra Virgin. We also dined at the Test Kitchen for the first time on Valiant Lady. ----ENTERTAINMENT ON VALIANT LADY---- While we rave about the dining, the entertainment on Virgin Voyages is more hit or miss. The Untitled DanceShowPartyThing is a great show to kick off a cruise. This high energy Welcome Aboard show of sorts even culminates with a dance party. Also occurring in the Red Room is our favorite show, Duel Reality. This modern day circus is a take on Romeo and Juliet, with performers like strength and balancing acts, jugglers, and dancers. Unlike our previous cruises on Virgin Voyages, this Valiant Lady cruise review had two headliner acts in the main theater as well, a comedian and a magician/mentalist. The Manor was home to two shows on this cruise. There is the signature Never Sleep Alone show which is an adult cabaret style show. Then, new for us was the Ship Show. This 90-minute dinner show featured a meal along with several variety acts, a house band, and dancers. Over the past year, Virgin Voyages has improved its programming with more musical acts at various bars and lounges around the ship as well. There was also a Diva Show in the Manor which is a lot of fun. In addition, there's social karaoke, salty trivia, a PJ party, nightclub experiences, and the signature Scarlet Night Party complete with a giant poolside octopus. -----READ OUR VIRGIN VOYAGES IRRESISTIBLE MED CRUISE REVIEW------ https://eatsleepcruise.com/virgin-voyages-irresistible-med-cruise-review/ ------TRENDING VIDEOS FROM EAT SLEEP CRUISE------ What's Included on Virgin Voyages: https://youtu.be/TGzYX80oaZg Scarlet Lady Ship Tour: https://youtu.be/itQZW8FO8vc Major Changes to Virgin Voyages: https://youtu.be/szCw0OHDyUw Scarlet Lady Cruise Review: https://youtu.be/x94rdEPa4r4 Make sure to SUBSCRIBE to our channel to get the latest cruise tips, cruise reviews, packing guides, port guides, travel tips, and more. Join us on Social Media as we โ€œSea the World, One Port at a Time.โ€ Instagram: https://instagram.com/EatSleepCruise Facebook: https://facebook.com/EatSleepCruise Twitter: https://twitter.com/EatSleepCruise TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@eatsleepcruise Pinterest: https://pinterest.com/EatSleepCruise Royalty-Free Music Courtesy: https://www.epidemicsound.com/ Some Promotional Photo/Video Courtesy: Virgin Voyages #virginvoyages #virginvoyagesirresistiblemed #virginvoyagesvaliantlady