I Tried Virgin Voyages and One Key Thing Needs To Improve!

Name: I Tried Virgin Voyages and One Key Thing Needs To Improve!
Uploaded: 2025-09-07T00:00:00+00:00
Duration: 15 min 45 s
Channel: Sail Away Magazine

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2 Happy Bacon

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Creator's Key Takeaways

After two days on Brilliant Lady, we endorsed that sentiment more than ever.

The chairs on Virgin ships are diabolical. They are some of the most uncomfortable pieces of furniture we've ever sat in.

When the food is this good, the entertainment is this wild, and the crew are this genuine, and you've got a hammock swinging on your balcony, the good massively outweighs the bad.

Creator's Tips & Advice

✓Consider shorter cruises for better menu variety in the galley.

✓Expect small pools and limited hot tubs on Virgin ships.

✓Try the hammock on the balcony for a unique experience.

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Small pools and limited hot tubs — Don't expect large pools; focus on other amenities like the Prominard deck.

Uncomfortable seating — Be prepared for potentially uncomfortable chairs, especially in the buffet.

Questions This Creator Answers

QIs Virgin Voyages' Brilliant Lady comfortable for everyone?

QWhat are the standout features of Virgin Voyages' dining and entertainment?

QWhat are the accessibility issues for plus-size guests?

Topics Covered

Dining Main4 Happy BaconEntertainment Shows3½ Happy BaconService Crew4½ Happy BaconPool Deck3½ Sad BaconCabin Balcony3 Happy BaconShip Condition2½ Sad Bacon

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YouTube Video Description↓

Brilliant Lady is Virgin Voyages’ newest cruise ship. It is bold, modern and beautifully designed… but is it truly comfortable for everyone? In this honest review, we take a closer look at the areas where this cruise ship shines, and the surprising accessibility issues that may affect plus-size guests. Virgin Voyages has built a reputation for stylish interiors, clever dining concepts and an adults-only experience that feels fresh compared with other cruise lines. Brilliant Lady continues that vision, but during our time on board we noticed something important. Many of the chairs, loungers and seating areas across the ship are not suitable for larger guests, and some spaces feel restrictive in ways that could make parts of the cruise uncomfortable. In this video, we explore the overall design of the cruise ship, the food, entertainment and cabins, while highlighting the seating and layout choices that raise questions about inclusivity and comfort. If you are a plus-size traveller considering a Virgin Voyages cruise on Brilliant Lady, this review will help you understand what to expect before you book. This review is independent and based entirely on personal experience. Virgin Voyages did not pay for or influence this content, and there was no expectation for positive coverage. Everything you hear is honest, unfiltered and reflective of what we found on board. For more cruise ship reviews, features, and stories, subscribe to Sail Away Magazine from just £4.95 every two months. https://sailawaymagazine.com/cruise-magazine/ YouTube: @sailawaymag Instagram: @sailawaymag Facebook: @sailawaymagazine TikTok: @sailawaymag Twitter: @sailawaymag Website: https://sailawaymagazine.com/ Contact us: info@sailawaymagazine.com Music Source: Epidemic Sound - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - ✔✔ You Can Check Out Our Other Videos Here : 👀 We Cruised on Carnival Miracle… And Hated It! Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vrRSSMXItYw&t=1s 👀 Carnival Corporation BANNED Us From Cruising: Were We Censored? Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EFfjeTRKBLo&t=1149s 👀 Holland America's Nieuw Statendam Ship Review Link: https://youtu.be/DDtJE32Kbp0?si=6SNX0mZSlWmmg040 👀 Ambassador Ambition Full Ship Tour Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZY53VHmltqk 👀 Ambassador Ambition BRUTALLY HONEST Ship Review Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AfB938ryddA&t=269s 👀 Fred. Olsen | Borealis Full Ship Tour Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FpgZ_HY2hZ8 👀 Queen Mary 2 and the Genius Behind Her Design Shares EVERYTHING! Link: https://youtu.be/f7lIrm3Ucb4 👀 P&O Cruises vs. Maleth Aero: Who Owes Passengers £500K? Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_cWi8fp1Tqc&t=266s 👀 Queen Anne Full Ship Tour Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lKuYCDnCtQ0&t=7s 👀 Celebrity Beyond REVIEW Link: https://youtu.be/wU4jGFWtM_8 👀 Azamara Onward Full Ship Tour Link: https://youtu.be/8NjTOVfeBy8?si=Amf6opSygWvPfMf8 👀 Eurodam Full Ship Tour Link: https://youtu.be/SpibVEGcba0?si=1iUy3aupWCVYtrMJ 👀 Celebrity Ascent Full Ship Tour Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tGHf6bUr12k&t=1s 👀 Celebrity Ascent Ship Review Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S1B4poo5Bi0&t=797s 👀 Celebrity Apex Full Ship Tour Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mfYLp_m44lM&t=577s