And the answer to that is as follows. You can pay as you go like any other line, but if you know youll be spending at least $300 at the bar, there is a way to save some cash. I've never seen a ship sponsored party, but I was with a group that organized their own. We definitely wanted to introduce spaces Sailors may have seen already, but in different ways, said Pepper Lohr, Senior Manager of Shows and Parties for Virgin Voyages. This, like the grog walk, is a great example of Virgin excelling at the social aspect of cruising. What begins with mellow drinks at The Dock for some might result in a sunset soiree, pool floatie parade so dense, a Sailor has no choice but to dance their way through. Those in suites also have Richards Rooftop for sunning themselves. Cruise Ship Casino: What You Need To Know Before You Play, A Lot That Can Go Wrong On An Alaska Cruise. Thanks for sharing! they've have some outrageous stuff (esp. Positioned under the disco-ball, center on the dance floor. Seven Seas. This voyage features a specially reduced single supplement of 25% for suite categories Deluxe Veranda Suite (G1, G2 & H). Youll also be able to take advantage of exclusive special events and savings. There you are. When it comes to additional costs, Virgin Voyages has you covered - all food, soft drinks, group fitness classes, entertainment and Wi-Fi are all included. and our I would love to do another cruise soon and this one seems fun! [CDATA[ So, I want to share those as I think you need to know about them, especially if you are wondering if cruising with Virgin Voyages is something you should consider, as I dont think they have been spoken about enough. My wife and I are going and are in our young 30s. The older ship, Scarlet Lady, docks at home in Miami and takes trips around the Caribbean and Mexico. You can, of course, unsubscribe at any time, find out howhere, your inbox won't know what's hit it . Probably the biggest venue you ever go to is The Red Room, which is the theatre. On my cruise, I would say the average age was likely 45 to 60, which also makes sense as this is a premium line, and these make up the bulk of kid-free or kids-left-home groups able to come cruising on an adult-only line. The night itself is the only navigational guide for those willing to commit. Whether you couldn'tget the reservations you wanted, or you just forgot to make them, dont sweat it. These shows push boundaries, explore untold stories and will surely delight you. Ready for your adults only getaway!? Most people on our voyages have worn PJs, but you'll see everything from lingerie to onesie PJs to folks in their normal clothes. It was quite remarkable. I really liked the Mexican restaurant, which is called Pink Agave, were I first came across an issue that some passengers had about Virgin Voyages dining that I will come on to shortly. Thirdly, I liked the Italian, Extra Virgin. The first was The Wake, which is the seafood and steak restaurant at the rear of the ship. The technology is great allowing one to make reservations and requests easily. Up on deck 16 you have whats known as the Training Club, which is where they would have things like circuit class, high-impact training. Coming to Resilient Lady in 2023. Instead, a multitude of bars, restaurants, coffee shops, lounges, guest services, retail shops, Tattoo Parlour, ice cream venue and so on are dotted across Deck 6 and 7. They are high on themes too, so you constantly drift into different experiences and vibes. All cruise rates include basic beverages, wifi access, group fitness classes, gratuities, and so much food! And as I said, everyone I spoke to, both people I didnt know and people that I knew from the channel, this was the one thing that they commented on too. Stocked with music magazines, headphones and record players, you can pull up to a listening station with a stack from our selection of both classic and current albums including special and limited editions. Through the use of ethereal technology and electrifying choreography, this edgy and beautiful production explores the significance (or insignificance) of incidental connection while on our own personal journeys. Reddit and its partners use cookies and similar technologies to provide you with a better experience. The two cruises I did before Virgin Voyages were on two sister lines and were the same ship structure and layout, so this ship was different and personally I liked that as felt it brought some of the intimacy I like on smaller ships to a bigger ship. Virgin Voyages was created as a joint venture between Virgin Group Ltd (British multinational holding company) and Bain Capital LP (multi-asset investment company), with the latter having a majority (51%) shareholding. There was some great cabaret I went to, including cocktail cabaret evenings, one with Abbi The Hostess (sort of Cruise Director) and another with circus acts. The crowd for the pajama night seemed more 20s and 30s and I never saw the drag queen there, but did on Scarlet Night which was more of a performance event leading up to the dancing in the pool. For every $300 you prepay before your cruise, youll get at least $50 in bonus Bar Tab. Surely this must be a door decorator's convention, yes?:D. Take some glorious you time to work on your fitness or switch off entirely. You can dance or just people watch. There was a couple of other restaurants like the Test Kitchen 6-Course tasting menu concept and Gunbae Korean BBQ which are very popular, but more experiential and so best visited if travelling as a couple or with friends. Everything and anything you need to make your vacation incredible. The Aquatic Club area has two pools, one (which has been much discussed) is more plunge, pose and cool off pool than usual cruise pool to swim in, and then there is a round pool for lolling about in, which I saw was popular for socialising. These packages include return flights with Virgin Australia from Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane to Miami, a night's accommodation in Miami, and the cruise, with prices starting at $3420 per. Taking a cue from festival-style performances, our rotation of comedians, magicians, and specialty artists will keep you entertained with their unique style of theatrics and exhibition. Every part of the ship is transformed into an octopus-laden, bright red wonderland with acrobats, singers, secret parties and 6am afterparties. At the end of the list, check out how you can join us on Virgin with special events, excursions, and extra value adds - or book on the Virgin site by clicking here! Atmosphere - Everything is clean, bright, upbeat and cheery. Whether youre avoiding tan lines or like to feel free its totally OK especially as kids arent allowed on board just chuck a bikini top back on before you go to dinner! They argued they had scrapped the buffet, although Ill talk a little bit about that as thats not strictly true. The Host and Assistant will keep you entertained, while guiding you to a Grand Prize finale like youve never witnessed before. Does Virgin Voyages have a sailaway party? The next area that surprised me was one that I should have expected, but once I was on board, I just didnt appreciate the degree that Virgin have committed to this whole area. Im not so much into cruise ships, but this one caught my attention. 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. I was not surprised by the different approach to shows, as they have made much of this. Oh, and you'll want to hang around the spiral staircase at the beginning of Scarlet Night thats around 9pm. By accepting all cookies, you agree to our use of cookies to deliver and maintain our services and site, improve the quality of Reddit, personalize Reddit content and advertising, and measure the effectiveness of advertising. Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts. They added drag queen bingo?!?! We had the party in the atrium and then paraded all around. Maybe it was a function unique to that ship since it lacked amenities to occupy folks late evening. You can, of course, unsubscribe at any time. With the assistance of our travel partners at, 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. Whether you're looking to sunbathe in one of our daybeds or let last night's choices melt away in the pool, you can detox and recover, or start the party all over again. If youre planning a Virgin Voyages cruise, you might be feeling overwhelmed. All Rights Reserved. With smooth curves and nautical details, we've created a pool deck with the sophisticated glam of a contemporary yacht. Ship. There were various non-fitness and wellness activities, but fewer than on other lines, certainly on my cruise. Check out my T-Shirt range: http://bit.ly/TFTStore, FOLLOW ME ON SOCIAL MEDIA Virgin Voyages released their first ship in 2020 and has since made a name for itself as a cruise line with a younger, more modern audience in mind. This seems to have changed, so be sure to connect as soon as you board. Find out more at virginvoyages.com. Then some missed having the larger pool to do more of a swim in. My husband Jamie and I just returned home from our second sailing on Virgin Voyages Scarlet Lady. It can be a bit annoying for meat eaters to join their vegetarian friends and family when theres nothing on the menu they would like, but at Razzle Dazzle theres a trick. On an average day, there was between 10 and 12 fitness classes including yoga, spin classes and high-impact training classes. Reddit and its partners use cookies and similar technologies to provide you with a better experience. All-Inclusive at Sea Sure, most cruise lines claim to have everything included, only for you to learn there are certain "specialty dining" options that cost more. Wow, it looks so much fun! You will be able to leave a comment after signing in, By Ask the restaurant host about a standby list early in the evening, and keep checking the app for availability. Enter your email address to subscribe to this blog and receive notifications of new posts by email. The best way, however, is to let us help you. Grand Voyage of Discovery Cruise. So, if you make friends with a barman and give them a pizza, you might get a free shot or two, but this is not guaranteed. You have a basketball court, and The Perch, overlooking the back of the ship, where you have yoga in the early mornings.