25 Tips Every First Time Virgin Voyage Cruiser Should Know

[@que_creations]

49:58 - "I completely agree with this video. As a seasoned Virgin Cruiser, I found the advice provided to be spot on. However, everyone's experience is unique, and it's important to make our own judgments. Nonetheless, the recommendations from those who have already experienced it are an excellent starting point for anyone looking to try something new and different. That's why I sent this video to a friend who is a first-time Virgin Cruiser."

[@LifeWithUsTV]

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[@tamirarobinson8200]

Thinking of cruising on the Virgin. How do they compare to Carnival. I cruised for the first time last year and it was with Carnival

[@mayanavigatinglife4596]

@@tamirarobinson8200 it's not comparable. Virgin is luxury.

[@rives3540]

I can't wait!

[@emilycox3865]

Omg! I’m in the process of booking my first cruise and I’m totally overwhelmed! I stumbled upon y’all’s channel and I love love LOVE y’all guys! Best cruising channel EVER! LIKED.SUBSCRIBED!!! Thank you for your very REAL content!

[@detroitkaraoke]

Your face when he said the Vigilant lady😂😂😂

[@marcosalterio6306]

Bonus Tip#2...hands down! I love both your energies, great tips. Thanks for sharing.

[@jmev.4732]

About to book my first ever cruise on Virgin. Eating up all the tips and info I can before I go. Great video. Can't wait!!

[@damecablock1784]

Thank you for this update! I am looking into this cruise line as a first solo traveler! I been on other cruise lines with family! I can’t wait to enjoy this cruise! One day! Living my best life! I need a kidney and limited life! So I am ready to live my best life for sure. Thank you

[@fun_in_3rd_grade912]

I just wanted to comment and say thank you! Your videos have really helped me. I’m going on my first cruise in 2 weeks and your videos have come in the clutch! Thank you for helping newbies like me.

[@hydrochris]

We love your videos, so much information and so fun to watch! Hope to see you on our next cruise! Thankyou again for great content.

[@ashtuck3795]

We JUST came back Sunday from Valiant lady and we enjoyed the music. They had a live jazz band and everything. Even the pool and club was playing doja cat,Lizzo and other top 40 hits. One night in the club they were rocking out with 90s R&B after Scarket Night. I was shocked

[@courageouscat6088]

Wow! This cruise is lit 🔥🔥🔥 This will definitely be my next and 1st adult only cruise. Thanks for the tips, family!!!! ♥️

[@conniescotti7444]

Thank you for the Tips 🌹 looking forward to my first cruise 🥳

[@LGnLA]

Saves this for my upcoming voyage!!

[@TripNWithRed]

Not sure if we want a carnival or virgin cruise so decided to check some of your other videos. I'm so glad you go into detail.

[@drewoke5046]

Carnival is better vibe and atmosphere. They are more of a party cruise ship . Virgin is party sometimes .

[@krystal_Chanel]

@@drewoke5046I like the party Sometimes… and no kids! The unruly ones may ruin my vibe.

[@DaniBelleEau]

Thank you! Going on Valiant in March with friends, first timers all. Appreciate all you do

[@JasonC935]

Thank you for the tips. I'm considering sailing with Virgin and this was helpful.

[@daphenernorwood]

Booking with you this coming week for October. I’m a 55 yo solo traveler (1st time cruiser). I love your videos btw.

[@LifeWithUsTV]

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[@TrimansWife]

Thanks for all the tips! Booking a cruise for 2/2024, surprising my hubby! Epic beard Stanley!

[@ltarleton7527]

Thank you for these great tips. I booked the Scarlet for our anni in July. You guys have me so excited! I'm saving this video to watch again as we get closer to the date. Love your vibe!

[@LifeWithUsTV]

Our pleasure!

[@anaeye6749]

Taking notes! Just booked my first ever cruise, going on the Aussie Mermaid voyage on the Resilient Lady in December … nervous and excited to be going solo too 🎉 Love your videos!

[@LifeWithUsTV]

That’s awesome

[@tandersonfrancis4693]

Thank you for sharing your personal experiences! 🥳

[@theleoperspective7884]

Always good stuff and great info...My wife loves your locs Lynette. She's 15 months into her journey of micro-locs...she so waiting for them to get longer to do different styles...

[@LifeWithUsTV]

Aww thanks you. Tell her to hold on… it’s coming!

[@Composeyourselfcare]

Thank you for your fun and helpful videos! 🙌 yall are awesome.

[@nicolegari]

So entertaining and informative. I thank yall🤟🏾

[@shefabcollection]

Hey guys love you guys channel me and my boo going on a our 1st cruise in November going on the carnival sunrise do you have any review videos or tips thank you so much

[@LifeWithUsTV]

Heyyy, yes we have videos on the Sunrise as we’ve sailed it twice.

[@ryangordon3611]

This was so helpful first time cruiser, solo traveler going on Valiant Lady August 2025 for my birthday

[@LifeWithUsTV]

You are gonna love it!

[@lshw85]

Hey! Can y’all do a video for the top carnival ships or top ships in general please? Never been on a cruise so looking for as much info as possible

[@michellepj8809]

Hi Lynnette and Stanley. Great info and tips, that are particularly timely for us, since we will be on Valiant Lady next month. I'm already getting my mind prepared for the tiny bathroom!

[@LifeWithUsTV]

Glad it was helpful!

[@soulfreetravels]

Great video! FYI - If you use an agent with Virtuoso affiliation to book your voyage, you can board anytime :). The food is incredible!

[@LifeWithUsTV]

I’m definitely not going to recommend using anyone over myself (the best) lol.

[@soulfreetravels]

@@LifeWithUsTV Of course... wasn't even thinking! Still think you did a great job with the video :).

[@martihunnewell7200]

Valiant Lady in 45 days! Love the tips and can hardly wait!

[@DivineEliteTravelogue]

Headed on Valiant Lady in Feb and it’s our first VV cruise!

[@Nerdishgeek]

I am sailing with a friend in July on Scarlet and so excited... Thank you so much for all the tips and info you share it's definitely helpful..

[@stevewilson6211]

Thanks for the diner time tip

[@bsinita_wokeone]

Thanks again 🤗Lynette & Stanley for all these cruise tips. Y'all really do such a good job in breaking everything down. I am determined now to go on my first cruise, don't know when it's gonna be but and I'm going to make sure that it's Virgin voyage cruise 🛳 😁❤️.

[@LifeWithUsTV]

Heyyy fam

[@tonyarmoore894]

Yall are so fun. I love it

[@erinharrison5277]

Hey y'all. As someone who has primarily cruised Carnival and on the smaller ships, looking for something different after our May Carnival cruise. Virgin looks like a different vibe and alot of fun for sure, what's the cost comparison look like?

[@LifeWithUsTV]

The cost comparison is higher but virgin is nearly all inclusive including gratuity so it’s not a apples to apples comparison

[@erinharrison5277]

@@LifeWithUsTV You already know I'll be hitting you up after the May cruise 🛳

[@ymajin]

Love this video!! Thanks y’all 💯

[@suzannestokes5091]

What is the capacity on Virgin? Love watching you guys. Where are you going on your next cruise and what cruise line

[@LifeWithUsTV]

Around 4,000. Not until May on Carnival. We will probably do a resort in between

[@theresawarren1877]

Lynette do you mind sharing what host travel agency you're with?

[@LifeWithUsTV]

You can email me [e-mail]

[@SH-xm9bn]

Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! Grateful for the tips! I will be on the Scarlet Lady in the near future! 🚢

[@LifeWithUsTV]

You are so welcome!

[@coreyjoy]

I love your videos. Going on my 1st cruise w Valiant , 6 days , Dec 10th. I will be watching till then! Just wondering if they give doggy bags at the restaurants........ so much food to try and can't eat big amounts at once like I use to. Oh, also I am going Solo!! new for me too.Can't Wait!!! Thanks Lynette and Stanley!!!

[@LifeWithUsTV]

I hadn’t seen it

[@MrsBrownBombshell]

Glad I found my people to see what y’all had to say about VV😂great video I’m going on VV cruise Sunday🎉🎉🎉

[@LifeWithUsTV]

Have fun!

[@Ednabug]

Taking all the notes 📝

[@mochalatte904]

I heard the Never Sleep Alone show is phasing out this month and we’re doing our 1st VV cruise on the SL in March 😩 I’m happy to hear VV matches other cruise status! 🙌🏾 I DEF need to look into that!

[@LifeWithUsTV]

Yep they are phasing it out 🥲

[@alicialerma16]

No way I’m going on the scarlet lady in may and I was definitely looking forward to seeing what the show was about since a lot of people said you’d have to see if for yourself 😭😭

[@LifeWithUsTV]

I’m not sure of the date thou

[@tkiyahnixon9865]

Question: if I’m booking with 2 other people so 2 staterooms total; would it be possible to get both rooms next to each other..? Thanks and I love you guys videos….!!!

[@LifeWithUsTV]

Yes but you need to book at the same time with a travel agent or Carnival to ensure that.

[@DaniBelleEau]

My friends and I booked separately and then called VV together to move our rooms from deck 14 to 13 (heard noise from Galley might be an issue) and also got side by side rooms at the same time. Allegedly, we can open the adjoining balcony door to share that space as well. The only downside is they made our checkin times 30 mins apart when they used to be together.

[@issiewizzie]

Thanks for the insight

[@nerdgirlnutrition3252]

First off, I love all the blogs on Virgin and you two are so adorable! Thank you for all the tips, I have my first cruise booked towards the end of March, and I am so excited I booked with Virgin. Maybe a weirder question, but I am flying in a day early (cause I do as you say, not as you do :) and we are flying into San Juan, not Miami) but check in for our hotel is not until 4 pm, and our flight will land at 1pm. Will hotels hold our bags until we check in? Cause I like for us to be able to explore and see sight, but not drag our luggage around. Thanks in advance and keep up the amazing content!

[@LifeWithUsTV]

Most hotels will but call them to confirm.

[@pamelawiggins9131]

Question: I've never seem aVirgin cabin with 2 beds. Do they have the cspabilty to seperate those beds?

[@LifeWithUsTV]

They have them

[@carolynmckeithan6668]

Did you happen to see an accessible cabin? How accessible friendly is the ship?

[@LifeWithUsTV]

We didn’t but they have them and by law they are ADA compliant

[@Oaknim]

Hi!! I love your channel. Have you been on Allure of the Seas? If so, can you do a video on it.

[@LifeWithUsTV]

Thank you, no we haven’t

[@noeinroad7294]

I have so many questions now. Can you customize your orders at any of the restaurants? My entire group can't eat shellfish and two can't' eat pork. So say we want the scallion pancake at Gunbae, can we ask for no seafood in it? Can we ask for no seafood for the BBQ? How can we guarantee that we all sit at the same table for meals? Can I bring any wine onboard? Are the fares refundable? (if I had to cancel but don't have travel insurance) Can I have the in room bar customized (I prefer amaretto and Bailey's to Tanqueray and tequila)?

[@LifeWithUsTV]

Yes they cook everything to order and yes certain items can be omitted. For the other questions since they are specific you’d need to contact your travel agent or virgin customer service.

[@shamesekibby3775]

Yay. I always look forward to seeing you guys. I sure you guys had a great Valentine’s Day.

[@LifeWithUsTV]

Happy Valentine’s Day fam

[@tasharussum2294]

Thanks for all the tips, do you have any recommendations on best times to book dune buggy excursion? Early morning or afternoon?

[@LifeWithUsTV]

Early morning

[@deenasslay1598]

I have a question how late do the pools and hot tubs stay open?

[@LifeWithUsTV]

around 11-12am ish.

[@Doone226]

Great info!

[@fatsandtre]

Good information and tips!

[@ACONNECTIONTV]

I'm going on the Scarlet Lady the end of this month. Who else is going?

[@k.lemons5802]

I may have missed this but how does your luggage get to your room?

[@LifeWithUsTV]

They’ll deliver them

[@k.lemons5802]

How do they know what’s your cabin number if you don’t have luggage tags?

[@LifeWithUsTV]

Closer to cruising your luggage tags pre populate to be printed

[@k.lemons5802]

@@LifeWithUsTV Thank you 🙏🏽. This video was very helpful. Thanks for your quick response.

[@michaelburton665]

I am cruising in Aug 2024. Do you recommend flying in the night before departure?

[@LifeWithUsTV]

Yep

[@cameronm203]

Hey Lynette and Stanleyyy, I just booked my first cruise for September and I was wondering when will I know what’s my boarding time??

[@LifeWithUsTV]

You have to select it within the app

[@yountondoe6029]

How doe parking works? If I drove to the location how do I get parking

[@LifeWithUsTV]

Parking deck across the walkway

[@chrisswilliams8921]

Want to take a cruise to Belize, how and what do we need to know and we all are looking at a big group. So how and give us your info and we would love for you two to join us?

[@chrisswilliams8921]

Also to book everything for us

[@LifeWithUsTV]

Heyyyy. Here's my Travel Agent website codefuntravel.com

[@justinbecker4976]

My wife is a complete introvert and is worried that it will be too much socializing. Do you have any suggestions as far as letting her know she can still attend events and go to restaurants without too much socializing?

[@LifeWithUsTV]

She just needs to get comfortable and go at her pace. Take “me time” as much as possible.

[@demejj870]

Question, do we have to make a reservation to eat breakfast at The Wake on disembarkation day or can we just go?

[@LifeWithUsTV]

Hey, yep

[@demejj870]

@@LifeWithUsTV Ty!

[@BronzeGirl]

No pineapples on the door 😅. No cruise director

[@samanthaalexander6714]

Lynette Shake for Champagne on your next cruise. Show us how it's done gurl

[@sashabrooks3855]

thank you thank you thank you for these tips I'm going in May and without these tips ughh I would have been be frustrated going alone trying to navigate lol

[@LifeWithUsTV]

You got this!

[@suzannestokes5091]

Are you a travel agent for all cruise lines

[@LifeWithUsTV]

Not all.

[@leticiadye9591]

Looking for the link about which cruise line status match...

[@LifeWithUsTV]

Virgin Voyages Loyalty Match Program: bit.ly/3Knnvkw

[@0728brown]

Do you remember what night the scarlet night was on?

[@LifeWithUsTV]

Usually night 3 but it can change

[@denisebrinson3105]

Well we just got back from our first cruise ever on Scarlet Lady to Cozumel and Bimini. We had a ball celebrating our Valentines Day Wedding Anniversary! I won $1100 on my anniversary representing $100 for every year. The shoe bag storage was awesome! We had a central sea terrace mid ship with the balcony and hammock. The only problem was the app. It kept crashing and freezing. Went to sailor services and they gave the worst advice ever-to delete app and redownload. It never came back. We didn’t have tv/movies for 3 days. Our favorite restaurant was Pink Agave. We had 1334 on board. 6 days and we were over it. 😂

[@LifeWithUsTV]

Can I get a loan lol. Omg no app and no tv! I hope you complained

[@LKFamilyTravel]

What's up fam! Been missing your content! Hope all has been well! I would love to see an "All Inclusive Tips" video.

[@LifeWithUsTV]

We have them on the channel 🥰

[@TheBlackDorothyZbornak]

I just wish theyd tke the DR off their destinations😩Cant ever go there in good faith as a Haitian woman. But you guys have sold me to try them, I think I'll do a key west bimini combo!

[@tstv205]

Thank you. We're going to be first-timers.

[@LifeWithUsTV]

Have fun!

[@gideoninc8687]

40:42 😂😂😂

[@gregoryroberts973]

I am going with the wife in August mainly for the fact of no kids!

[@LifeWithUsTV]

amen to that

[@TravelOnlywithLesa]

Pretty Fly for a White Pie....... with Truffle Oil! Trust me!

[@LifeWithUsTV]

They changed the recipe and now I’m mad because it’s not good 😌

[@hverrett9212]

watching this video I feel like I missed some stuff on the cruise ship

[@LifeWithUsTV]

Lol

[@bushbby81]

Are you a travel agent

[@LifeWithUsTV]

Yes I am

[@michelem2167]

@@LifeWithUsTV link to see your next trips and travels to join? Have just watched 2 of your videos and love the honest reviews.