If there is one thing Virgin Voyages has consistently nailed since the Scarlet Lady first touched water, it’s the food. From a new take on casual dining without buffets, to cuisine made a la minute that actually rival whats you’d find in a major city. Until now, however, one of my favorite cuisines was missing...
It seems cruisers are in a constant struggle with themselves, complaining about being "nickel and dimed" with add-ons, while often being averse to higher fares that include amenities or services they may not want to pay for. Now, a cruise line that had simpler fares as a cornerstone of their brand is shaking things up. Will guests lament the complexity, or appreciate the options?
Virgin Voyages is known for being 18+, but among those that have sailed, many also know them for extraordinary quality cocktails, and higher-quality spirits than are often found on cruise ships. Unlike many lines that offer add-ons to your cruise which allow for unlimited (or practically unlimited) drinks during your voyage, each drink on Virgin is paid for a la carte - until now...
Virgin Voyages strives to provide an alternative spin on cruising and that approach has filtered all the way down to their interior design. With modern interiors that verge on Ikea-esque in form, Virgin’s ships offer a sleeker, more minimalist take on design when compared to the opulence other line’s ships offer. Despite this, Virgin still manages to give a nod toward maritime tradition. One unique way that they have accomplished this is through their elevator lobbies on Valiant Lady where, for those sailors ready to spend a little time decoding, this ship offers 16 “hidden” messages by way of maritime signal flags...
If you've been interested in Virgin Voyages' kid-free cruising but wanted to see some new itineraries, we've got great news. Today, Virgin has announced that their latest ship, Brilliant Lady, will be setting sail to destinations all around North and Central America, including quite a few surprises...
It was less than a year and a half ago that a new cruise line started sailing in North America with the promise of being different. Suggestive marketing, tech-forward gimmicks like Shake for Champagne, and promoting themselves as a holiday for rock stars were cornerstones of the brand before Richard Branson’s Adult-by-Design Virgin Voyages even had a ship in the water. We’re not all young sexy rock stars though (spoiler alert, I know), and this led to a statement I hear a lot, “I don’t think they’re for me.” Funny enough, I’ve heard this from all sorts of would-be cruisers - er, sailors, as Virgin calls them...
Recently, the adult only cruise line Virgin Voyages created a new add-on to allow sailors traveling as couples to enjoy themselves even more. The new “A Splash of Romance” package includes VIP access, spa access, pressed juice, champagne, and more. Is it worth it? Does it add romance, or just perks? We tried it on the very first cruise to offer this option...
In April 2022 we enjoyed a five night Dominican Daze voyage on Virgin Voyages Scarlet Lady. Follow along at any time by watching our daily vlogs where we bring you along so you can experience this new adult-by-design cruise line. We've got the skinny on singing sexologists, Instagramming mixologists, a cable car in the mountains, secret rooms, top-notch dining, and much more.
If you’re planning a Virgin Voyages cruise, you might be feeling overwhelmed. Are reservations necessary on Scarlet Lady? Does Virgin Voyages have a sailaway party? Maybe some activities seem a bit risqué for your taste. After sailing Virgin Voyages’ Scarlet Lady several times, we decided to put together a list of seven “dos and don'ts” to prepare you for your cruise...
The Beach Club at Bimini is a resort-style destination with soft and beautiful beaches, nice pools, and great food. When Virgin Voyages is in port, it becomes a specialized and exclusive destination only for Virgin sailors, and takes on some qualities and very much make it feel like a continuation of the shipboard experience. On this tour, we discuss the amenities, logistics, activities, and what we love and don't...