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Sailors need to know before booking a cruise with Virgin Voyages

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

Creator's Key Takeaways

the wi-fi for the ships that are in europe is a little bit slower so for example when i was on scarlet i didn't have to use my mobile data at all because the wi-fi was so good

if you plug your hair appliances into the european plug socket which is the two-pronged one you might have trouble with it

the curtains that open up to your balcony are quite fancy and when you walk in the room they will open and after you leave the room they will close

Creator's Tips & Advice

✓Familiarize yourself with the Virgin Voyages app before boarding
✓Use the manual button by the curtains if the automatic sensors don't work
✓Try the US plug socket if your hair appliances don't work in the European one
✓Put your phone on flight mode to avoid roaming charges
✓Set your phone to manual time and date to avoid missing alarms
✓Go to Sailor Services the next day for non-urgent issues to avoid long queues

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Cabin numbering system — First number is deck, middle number is location (0 back, 400 front), letter is side (Z starboard, A port)
Lack of structure/activities — Come with an open mind; the ship is 'yours to explore' rather than having a spoon-fed schedule
Technology issues — Know how to manually control curtains and lights via the physical button or remote if the iPad freezes

Questions This Creator Answers

QHow do cabin numbers work on Virgin Voyages?
QWhere is the entrance to The Wake restaurant?
QCan I buy the balcony hammock?
QHow is the Wi-Fi speed in Europe vs the US?
QWhat should I expect on embarkation day?

Topics Covered

Wifi Connectivity2 Sad BaconService Crew2½ Happy BaconCabin Balcony2½ Happy BaconEmbarkation1 Happy BaconValue Pricing1½ Happy BaconEntertainment Activities1 Happy BaconDining Main3½ Happy Bacon
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