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Virgin Voyages BRILLIANT LADY: Shore Excursion & Epic Transatlantic SEA DAYS!

Travels with David and Mark
Travels with David and Mark
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❤️ Best for CoupleTransatlantic · 13 nightsVeteran Cruiser

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Creator's Key Takeaways

We're sailing her across to New York ahead of her maiden voyages.

The excursion as you saw we headed out to the crater Terranostra Park.

We would recommend that actually.

It was a lot of fun.

Creator's Tips & Advice

If you're susceptible to travel sickness, take tablets for windy bus rides.
Go in your swimming costume or have it underneath to change quicker for hot springs.
If you want to swim in the pools, make sure you book the correct shore thing.
Don't wear light-colored swimwear as it can get stained by the thermal water.

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Getting back to the ship on time during excursionsBook ship-sponsored excursions for guaranteed return.
Smell from thermal poolsIt varies per day; we had a less eggy smell day.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat is there to do on a Virgin Voyages transatlantic sailing?
QWhat is the Terra Nostra Park shore excursion like?
QWhat are the new entertainment options on Brilliant Lady?
QIs the Jack and Rosé experience worth it?

Topics Covered

Dining Specialty4½ Happy BaconEntertainment Activities4 Happy BaconService Crew4½ Happy BaconShip Condition3½ Happy BaconExcursions4 Happy BaconEntertainment Nightlife4 Happy BaconSpa Fitness3½ Happy BaconPort Destination4 Happy Bacon

Port Highlights

Ponta Delgada4 Happy Bacon
Top: Terra Nostra Park Indulge ($85 each)
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YouTube Video Description

Join us onboard Virgin Voyages’ Brilliant Lady as we continue her inaugural sailing across the Atlantic to New York! In this episode of our Brilliant Lady vlog series, we’re taking you along for a mix of shore day adventure and epic sea day fun. Our first stop is the Azores, where we join a Shore Things excursion (Terra Nostra Park Indulge, and hot pools) to explore the island’s incredible landscapes and soak up the views before heading back to the ship. From there, it’s all about enjoying Brilliant Lady to the fullest during our sea days at sea. We dive into Virgin Voyages’ signature activities including Let’s Get Choco-lit, the brand-new Electric Club Night, and Big Remix event, What’s the JoJo Tea, and a three-hour thermal suite spa session with the Splash of Romance package. Add in Bingo with The Diva, Booze Clues, and the playful Jack and Rosé experience — and it’s clear that Brilliant Lady is packed with unforgettable experiences. This itinerary sails from Portsmouth, UK, with stops in La Coruña (Spain), Ponta Delgada (Azores), and Halifax, Nova Scotia, before arriving in New York City. So grab a drink, relax, and come along as we share the fun of Brilliant Lady’s first sailing to New York! A huge thank you to Jim, and Louise for the the celebratory drinks in the video ❤️ @MCJwanderlust https://www.instagram.com/miccheckjim 📺 Watch Part 1 here: https://youtu.be/Nb9Hapg-lKY 📺 Watch Part 2 here: https://youtu.be/vVRzvIdwGBg This itinerary sails from Portsmouth, UK, with stops in La Coruña (Spain), Ponta Delgada (Azores), and Halifax, Nova Scotia, before arriving in New York City. #VirginVoyages #BrilliantLady #CruiseVlog #TravelVlog #VirginVoyagesBrilliantLady #CruiseLife #TransatlanticCruise 👉 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more travel and cruise vlogs. Thanks for joining us! 👉 Subscribe for more travel adventures: https://youtube.com/@travelswithdavidandmark?si=-ccD87wc6VEsf2ES 👉Why not check out our Instagram to see more of what we get up to in life: https://www.instagram.com/travelswithdavidandmark/ 👉Send your appreciation: https://buymeacoffee.com/travelswithdavidandmark 👉Music from: https://www.epidemicsound.com/