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Our First Virgin Voyages Cruise – Here’s What Surprised Us!

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👁️ 84K views📅 1 years ago⏱️ 53:52

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Editorial Summary

The creators document their first experience sailing on the Virgin Voyages ship, Valiant Lady, starting with their arrival in Miami. They explore the local area near the Elser Hotel, including Bayside Marketplace and Maurice A. Ferr Park, before heading to Terminal V for embarkation. The video details the efficient check-in process using the wearable smart band and provides a comprehensive tour of their Sea Terrace cabin. The creators highlight various cabin features, such as the tablet-controlled lighting and room services, as well as the balcony amenities. They also review the ship's public spaces, including the pool deck, the Galley food hall, and the arcade. The vlog covers the energetic sailaway party led by a mistress of ceremonies and concludes with a look at the late-night pajama party hosted by a drag queen. While praising the inclusive atmosphere and the quality of certain dining options like the burger bar, the creators note areas for improvement, such as the limited diversity in the entertainment selection and the small size of the pool area.

Written by TripBacon from this video's transcript.

How This Review Compares

This review's score for Valiant Lady
Seriously Tasty
All-time creator consensus for Valiant Lady
Solid Strip

This review is more positive than the all-time creator consensus.

What This Creator Said
Creator RecommendsFull Ship Review🥉Knowledgeable Creator
❤️ Best for CoupleCaribbean · 5 nightsFrom MiamiFirst-Time Cruiser

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

Creator's Key Takeaways

We're so excited to bring you along on our first Virgin Voyage cruise.

This is our first sailing with Virgin Voyages and we've heard so many amazing things about this cruise line.

The energy was fun and friendly and it was all about good vibes and creating amazing memories.

This concludes day one of our 5-day cruise with Virgin Voyages.

Creator's Tips & Advice

Complete the pre-sail away requirements on the app before arrival to expedite check-in.
Bring magnetic cups for extra storage in the cabin.
If you are cold-natured, choose PJs with a robe or long sleeves for the PJ party.

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Not knowing the check-in processComplete the app requirements before arrival to avoid delays.
Cabin location affecting hallway lengthKeep in mind that aft or forward cabins have longer hallways.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat is the first-day experience like on a Virgin Voyages cruise?
QHow does the check-in and embarkation process work?
QWhat are the cabin features and amenities on the Valiant Lady?

Topics Covered

Embarkation4½ Happy BaconService Crew4 Happy BaconCrowd Capacity2½ Happy BaconValue Pricing3½ Happy BaconCabin Balcony4½ Happy BaconPool Deck2 Happy BaconDining Buffet3½ Happy BaconEntertainment Nightlife4½ Happy Bacon

Port Highlights

Miami4½ Happy Bacon
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