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We Tried Virgin Voyages… are the rumours TRUE?

ThePoshTravelBlog (Stuart and Christina)
ThePoshTravelBlog (Stuart and Christina)
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👁️ 44K views📅 12 months ago⏱️ 1:05:04

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Editorial Summary

Travel bloggers Christina and Stuart document their experience aboard the Virgin Scarlet Lady, a large, adults-only cruise ship. Moving away from their usual small luxury vessels, the creators explore the ship's modern, urban aesthetic and high-energy atmosphere. They cover various aspects of the voyage, including the dining options, such as the Italian restaurant Extra Virgin and the experimental Test Kitchen, as well as the ship's amenities like the impressive gym and the private Rockstar suite areas. The creators also highlight the social environment, noting the inclusive atmosphere and the frequent themed parties like Scarlet Night. While they praise the exceptional service from the crew and the quality of the food, they conclude that the non-stop party vibe and the ship's design do not align with their personal preference for more sedate, traditional cruising. Despite deciding they would not book this specific style of cruise again, they recommend it to travelers seeking a lively, modern, and social experience.

Written by TripBacon from this video's transcript.

How This Review Compares

This review's score for Scarlet Lady
A Nibble
All-time creator consensus for Scarlet Lady
Solid Strip

This review is in line with the all-time creator consensus.

What This Creator Said
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❤️ Best for CoupleTransatlantic · Summer · 5 nightsFrom LisbonVeteran Cruiser

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Creator's Key Takeaways

We've heard mixed reviews. We've heard some fabulous reviews and we've heard some not so fabulous reviews.

This is a big party ship. So, if you're looking for a holiday, a cruise, and you want to party party really from morning till night, um then this is the ship for you.

It feels very very safe and there's if you love dressing up, they've got the scarlet night.

We have enjoyed it. um we wouldn't repeat it um just because we prefer um a different type of cruise.

Creator's Tips & Advice

Book dining reservations as early as possible, as they sell out quickly.
Use the app for real-time updates on events and venue changes.
If you want a peaceful night's sleep, avoid booking deck 14 due to noise from pool and restaurant areas.
Bring your own body lotion, as it is not supplied in the cabin.
Consider bringing a portable hair styler, as the ship's hair dryer may not be sufficient.

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Nervous about the size of the ship compared to smaller luxury shipsThe ship is large but manageable, and the app helps navigate onboard activities and reservations.
Worried about the party atmosphereIt is a party ship, but it feels safe and inclusive; if you prefer quieter cruises, this may not be for you.

Questions This Creator Answers

QAre the rumors about Virgin Voyages true?
QIs Virgin Voyages a party ship?
QWhat is the food like on Virgin Voyages?
QIs Virgin Voyages suitable for first-time cruisers?
QWhat is the atmosphere like on Virgin Voyages?

Topics Covered

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