Virgin Voyages Scarlet Lady Review - What do we think of the ship?

This is our final episode on Virgin Voyages Scarlet Lady. Join us in episode 3 where we head for dinner at the amazing Italian Restaurant Extra Virgin than in the morning try a yummy brunch in the wake restaurant! Throughout the video, we give you our thoughts on Scarlet Lady and let you know what do we think of the ship?
Love it or hate it Virgin Voyages have certainly mixed things up by creating a brand new concept in cruising! We loved it!
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[@ellenraysmith4391]

Solo cabins look GREAT! I hope the trend of accommodating solo travels continues as more new ships are launched.

[@Cruisewith]

Definitely! Ships need more solo cabins.

[@juliettebryan3806]

I hope to do a scarlet lady cruise next year God will ing .

[@midwestkatie4]

The street performers seem a bit creepy.

[@MarioScott]

MidWest Katie I would say more annoying than creepy

[@deepshotone]

I agree. This would have rubbed me the wrong way. I like to relax when Im cruising. I dont feel the need to be entertained every minute of the day.

[@mariewalker9466]

After seeing so many negative reviews, it's so refreshing to hear something positive about Virgin cruise lines. I feel some of the negative things I've heard & seen were a bit nitpicky. And let's not forget that this is the first of Virgin's cruise line to set sail. I'm sure there's lots more to come! Great video guys ❤❤

[@Cruisewith]

Thanks Marie!

[@williamalford4248]

Speaking as a salad tosser from long ago, I truly appreciated the bit about tossing the salad. It's good to know you can get your salad tossed on Virgin Voyages.

[@millennialluxe]

This is definitely the cruise for me! I cannot wait to book!

[@kirrieholden4794]

Isn't it wonderful the how cruise industry has an even wider range of choices now. I do prefer a more family oriented experience, but I'm sure that will change as my life changes. The food just looked beyond exceptional!

[@lisaanderson8235]

As with any new venture, I'm guessing there will be changes once they get some feedback from customers/ sailors. But I think a lot of the design, menus, and activities look fun! And kudos for the single cabins!👍👍👍

[@mspalmboy]

I love that it's different, contemporary and out there. Well done Virgin for giving the rather stodgy cruise industry an overdue shake up.

[@BardWannabe]

I love that the street performers will give the cruise a sense of whimsy. Thanks for a great video.

[@Cruisewith]

Thanks for watching.

[@ryan-mq7ci]

Those “street performances” are weird as hell. I don’t think I would like that if I was just trying to relax.

[@marthaanderson2296]

Your reviews are so valuable to me! I have two VV booked in late 2022 and early 2023 on Valiant and Resilient. I will continue to follow. I love all your exact details you are including!

[@melissablaiklock8959]

Very exciting! You guys are great- thanks for this!! Can’t wait for our July voyage 😍

[@Cruisewith]

Thanks! Have a great cruise in July :-D

[@bronniepaterson4694]

Aw guys your the only cruise bloggers people I’ve seen that actually liked it... The sofa idea is good. There’s seems to be plenty of room there as demonstrated so wonderfully by David... Food looked fab...love the idea of breakfast dessert!!! 👍

[@pereralima]

I am from Miami and I can’t wait to go in this beautiful ship. It’s different and definitely nothing similar to what we have been accustomed to. I love your videos you guys are soo amazing keep up the great job. Hoping we can coincide on a trip one day. Cheers!!!! 😘

[@thomaslower5375]

I love you two , thank you for taking me on all of your cruises , I have been quarantine since March , and you have saved my life . We lost two Cruises this year hoping to cruise on the Carnival Horizon in March , fingers crossed , Thomas from Fort Lauderdale Florida, 💜

[@AdventuresofDavidandAaron]

Excellent video Ben and David. Thank you for sharing your personal thoughts about this new Cruise Line. Sincerely, Adventures of David and Aaron.⚓⚓⚓

[@laura_amydog]

Thanks for the awesome video! We definitely plan on trying this ship out sometime soon!

[@keithpilkinton537]

This vlog was an awesome counterpoint to some of the negatively -focused reviews we've seen about this ship. Thank you so much for bringing a fresh perspective and positive attitude to everyone. Yes, this ship and cruise line are definitely not for everyone, but for those looking for something out of the ordinary (IMO some cruise ships are downright boring and drab) this may just be the thing. I'm looking forward to my re-booked trip on August 21st, God willing!!

[@backyardflyer9914]

Great video guys. It was nice to see someone post some positive things to say about new ship. Many other videos have been a little overly critical I think. I'm sure some of the new things that Virgin tried, may not work for everyone, but it is really nice to see a company try something new. Really from what I've seen, with the exception of limited pool space, I think most complaints are a little picky. Anyway on to your video 😁. Very entertaining, I really love the way you mix blogging with review footage. The whole video is so well done. And the food/drinks on the ship look amazing. Unfortunately weather wasn't cooperating for you, would like to see more open space area, but I think this ship looks like a very unique cruise to try. And there is still the private island that I think will be awesome.

[@Cruisewith]

Thanks! Definitely not for everyone and like you said its nice to see something so different in the cruise market.

[@sailormooncleo1986]

Well it looks like I found my new fav cruise review channel!! You guys are super cute and I could watch all day!!

[@Cruisewith]

Welcome aboard!

[@jthird2992]

As far as bed I don't mind that at all. I find myself moving coffee tables and trash cans out of the way to open up the room anyway So this configuration takes care of that.

[@juliebasso6428]

Love your videos. Even though it was a "sponsored" Cruise I really feel that you guys are a 100% genuine on your review..... I love the energy when watching you guys. You're right it's not going to be for Everybody but then again nothing ever is…

[@Cruisewith]

Yep, there is already lots of cruise lines out there so nice to have something different for those who want it!

[@juliebasso6428]

@@Cruisewith I totally agree. I'm a 50yr old cruiser that looses all sense of being an adult with responsibilities when cruising.....no kids is one of my biggest draws to Virgin along with the dining and drink options being included. I love quirky too👍👍....thanks for the honesty

[@jthird2992]

Great video. Informative about meaningful stuff most potential customers care about

[@Cruisewith]

Thanks J Third.

[@dancarey285]

Thank you for sharing this with us.

[@michaelshafer5192]

love the HUGE pool.

[@abiweigold7397]

Love it guys! Thanks for sailing with us! See you soo. I hope - Abi The Hostess

[@lyttlestarboard6108]

love that you guys watch 'Schitt's Creek' :) Alexis and David would have definitely ordered a 'cheeky coffee' ... hahahahaha

[@Cruisewith]

Our fave show!

[@jeffross5424]

love you guys after a few drinks

[@ericlauzon5222]

Thanks for the video again and your opinions as always so informative. Sea ya Eric

[@Cruisewith]

Thanks

[@cydneystephen2814]

You guys are great. Glass is always half full. You accentuate the positive.

[@momotaru87]

“You’ve got to toss your salad don’t you?” 🤣🤣😂😂😂🤣

[@MiddleAgedOnMainstreet]

Love this series of vlogs. You two are so fun! My husband and I are really enjoying them. We've only done Disney Cruises(just the two of us) so it's nice to see other cruiselines.

[@Cruisewith]

Thanks Nikki for watching.

[@margaritaperezdanicek8884]

Looks fantastic but I am questioning whether one stateroom can accommodate three sailors? What would the layout be?

[@heatherhallacy8434]

I just found your channel, love you 2 and what amazing ship this is

[@a.ftravels5655]

Great Vid guys ! made me laugh so much with "belly pork" took me a bit to realise pork belly was it 😂 love it ! 🥰🥰

[@Cruisewith]

Thanks! It was delicious 😋

[@shawnmccroskey447]

Glad to hear positive from people actually on the ship!! So many negative from hear say!! Stay cute!!

[@wendykoek6757]

You guys are so cool and funny 😄 thank you for showing us what the Scarlet Lady looks like inside

[@tamathajones8947]

Omgoodness … I just discovered your channel. You two are so adorable… I’m just in love with y’all 😘

[@IyanuWole]

Ben, Good to see u today on the cruise. Remember?

[@loseforyourcruise]

I love you both. You are both adorable in so many ways. I so appreciate your review. The Scarlet Lady is not the ship for me but you guys did such an amazing job! Thank you!!!

[@Cruisewith]

Thank you!

[@LiquidReality90]

OMG I love you guys! I am thinking about taking my very first cruise in a couple years, after watching your videos it's def. gonna be on Virgin. Some of the other lines - like P&O or Viking seem a bit stuffy, but Virgin looks so hip, young, and modern!

[@yolandathompson4930]

Thank you for sharing. I definitely want to try them.

[@karenharrington6710]

you guys crack me up when you eat. you make me so hungry!!!

[@CUTravel1st]

Wondering the last time I had two twins beds put together without a top pad they moved? Did that happen to you?

[@pam7313]

Very good video. Food looks great...Bathroom looks way to small and there should be a real bed in there and a sofa like you said...Definitely not a cruise ship for everyone but all the ships have their own personality...thanks for the video.

[@Cruisewith]

Thanks Pam!

[@cc66bb44]

curious how did the food compare to ncl and royal careibean in their newer ships

[@NYCRocks]

I absolutely love your take on Scarlet Lady, we were supposed to experience her ourselves this weekend but they cancelled their NYC Stop. This was amazing! Thank you! ~Marilyn

[@Cruisewith]

Gutted you where cancelled. Hopefully you will still get to experience her in the future.

[@pretyblkgrl]

I love your channel! Did VV give you the option to rebook for another date/location?

[@sylviaramos6582]

Thank you for the videos. We are on a June 26th sailing. I think the right people for this cruise are people like my wife and I...lol...we are doing a rockstar suite cause it is my birthday. Whoop whoop.

[@Cruisewith]

Amazing! The rockstar suites look so cool.

[@johnrandle5141]

The bed/sofa looks really cheap. Thanks for the honest opinions and the entertainment seems odd…

[@hi5adventurefamily837]

love it guys... great video :) were just in the process of planning a trip around the world with our little people super stressful at the mo.

[@emmabourke6565]

We love your vlogs guys, so informative and you keep it real. So after watching your Scarlet Lady vlog, we're looking at booking a transatlatic cruise with Virgin instead of Celebrity next year. Sorry Celebrity 🙈 The food looks exceptional. Did you have to book all your dining in the restaurants, or is there a walk-in option available?

[@Cruisewith]

You need to book all your dining in the Main Dining Rooms.

[@bxrosie04]

🎵La la la la la la la, a little bit Alexis!🎵

[@Cruisewith]

Love it!

[@JasonSterlingRMC]

Some of the entertainment seemed like "a little goes a long way" - lol. Love the single traveler room. Cruise ships need much more of that. It looks like a great ship and they are definitely trying new ideas and things. Still not sure about the line as a whole. So much of the marketing I've seen looks so skewed toward just a much younger market exclusively and I wouldn't want to feel out of place.

[@edwindrood2816]

Great video guys! Such a different ship.

[@Cruisewith]

Thanks Eddie

[@jewelbennett5446]

Cheeky coffee love it

[@conogrady9254]

Next time Ben, try DRINKING a PUNCH 👊!😂❤😅

[@brigand13]

The breakfast looks AMAZING!!! I love Eggs Benedict and the ones I've had on ships were often lacking. I'm thinking that Virgin would be a great option.

[@Cruisewith]

Food was definitely a highlight.

[@jamesnunez1703]

Y'all need to try a lil harder to have fun😁. Great job guys

[@HMJBurkeTravel]

I was super excited about this ship but the standard cabins and pool deck are terrible! The price point is already high for short sailings so trying to convince my clients or myself to upgrade would be tough. The dining looks amazing and so do many of the public areas. But, I see major changes happening on this ship in order for the line to be successful. I have so many clients that love the thought of an adults only ship. But this ship seems to be catering more towards a more "eclectic" type of client. It is certainly LGBT friendly, which is a great thing.I just don't think it's enough to keep it afloat.

[@stephaniebattersby4556]

wish i was there that food looked amazballs

[@rde4017]

There is precisely nothing appealing about that ship at all. Great vid chaps, but the more I see of SL, the less I want to have anything to do with it.

[@judiclarke7645]

Hi couldn't like this don't know why , but as usual I love it x

[@dinodesantis2056]

Your videos are great and fun!

[@Cruisewith]

Thanks!

[@elizabethmengelson5249]

Agreed, it would be nice to have a sofa and maybe some artwork in the staterooms as well. I don’t know, it’s just not my vibe 🤷🏻‍♀️ I really enjoy artwork on cruises and so far, I’m just not seeing much of that on The Scarlet Lady. I do appreciate the mirror work and some of the lighting, but I miss the art and statues. What do their daily activities look like? Do they have something like a Cruise Compass or Fun Times? Bingo? Classes to take? Seminars? Etc?

[@Cruisewith]

Not sure yet Elizabeth. This was just a preview so there was no daytime actives but there is a team of 5 dessicated to activities.

[@ellenraysmith4391]

Kids! Are those black plastic forks you are using??????

[@Cruisewith]

No, they were black metal

[@whitneycastillo7179]

The entertainment aspect is 🥴.... 😬 Giving me Disney improv vibes, like I just met a character. Very weird. Edit: Why would they make the cutlery look disposable? I thought it was until I heard a few clinks.

[@gonzalehunter4676]

Lol

[@joaustin9799]

Did you see Matthew who is one of the entertainment staff? He used to be on P&O OZ and is my favourite ever cruise crew. Virgin scored getting him!

[@Cruisewith]

Yes he was amazing. We chatted to him loads, so lovely.

[@joaustin9799]

@@Cruisewith yay, so glad you got to spend time with him. I hope he is enjoying his new adventure!

[@aureliacornelia79adgracchu29]

Me again! I LOVE your videos, but it would be great to know which cruises on which dates, and where, if anywhere, they go. Did Virgin leave port? Your itineraries are important. (And that's not a euphemism!)

[@johnnyv5995]

Food looks amazing, I don't think I'd ever get out of the free arcade, "regular cabins" look like closets, entertainment - different. In the end need I guess they accomplished what they wanted, this is NOT for everyone.

[@Cruisewith]

Definitely not for everyone which is fine because there are already so many other cruise lines to choose from.

[@maylenflores2654]

Venden paquete de bebidas o cómo se maneja el tema de las bebidas alcohólicas?

[@juliewilson3237]

Although overall I don’t think this is our type of cruise , I’m surprised at how much I’ve been impressed with some of the food , restaurants that you have shown . The entertainment definitely looks iffy and the cabins , but I think we’re just too old and boring it 49/47 for this lol 😝. Really enjoyed your video though, as always !!

[@Cruisewith]

Thanks Julie.

[@lisaanderson8235]

My fella and I are 48, and are mostly boring geezers who Nexflix and zzzzz a lot. But I think this ship would knock us out of out comfort zone. In a good way! ❤️❤️

[@juliewilson3237]

Lisa Anderson We are definitely more boring than your average almost 50 yr old lol 😝. If you do give scarlet lady a go , hope you have a great time 👍😉

[@paulajr2]

Julie Wilson we’re in our 60’s and booked for August. We figure, we’ll hang on Richards Rooftop...eat some great food and see some new things. If things are “weird for us” we’ll hang somewhere else on the ship! And eat ice cream! 😂

[@pretyblkgrl]

@@paulajr2 I've subscribed to your channel in the hopes that you will do a review of your experience! Your perspective would be incredible!

[@rocketbackhander6280]

I hated everything about the traditional cruise I went on last September. From the plastic cups to the screaming kids, I hated every single moment of that ship. I hated the boring, bland, overly salted main dining option. I hated that I had to spend an extra $300 for a drink package just to have soda and coffee. I hated the boring hospital-waiting-lounge decor. I hated the stupid waterslide looming over the top like a genital wart. I hated the tiny pool overflowing with toddlers and parents, even though there was a separate area for them. I hate traditional cruise ships. This ship though? This ship is gonna get all my money. All of it.

[@melodramatic7904]

I think this ship was built for people like you (traditional cruisers don't seem to get that though). I have 2 small kids so I won't be sailing on this any time soon. 🙂

[@pretyblkgrl]

@@melodramatic7904 You're exactly right. People like Rocket are the prime target audience VV is going for.

[@terrancep.5475]

You're my hero that was straight and to the point. We booked are cruise in August and cant wait.

[@zulfiyad675]

You obviously don’t have children, do you, if you speak about them in such a derogatory way. Surely this ship will attract many people like you....at least we won’t have to see your full of hatred face on the traditional cruises!

[@jodura3363]

Pizza looked delish. Cheers. Food looked great. I would say as a female who will need more space makeup etc. plus I am black woman with natural hair so I have particular hair care products the storage is concerning. The dinner looked amazing.

[@musicmichi007]

Is the food in restaurants free

[@Cruisewith]

Yes all food is included

[@bcgreen7479]

question guys is it a cruise if you don't leave the dock?

[@Cruisewith]

We like to call them cruises to nowhere. :-)

[@bcgreen7479]

@@Cruisewith well I hope you're safe on the one that you're on currently

[@radical5585]

3:41 THATS WHAT SHE SAID LOL

[@Cruisewith]

Innuendo Bingo! We don't even realize sometimes haha.

[@radical5585]

​@@Cruisewith Haha, keep the videos coming! Love them.

[@sheenasjourney8057]

Ur bad Ben, talking about David wanting his salad tossed 😆 or am I the bad one 😆

[@johnnyb6230]

cheeky with that salad joke lmao

[@Cruisewith]

Cheeky... us... never! Haha

[@adambrosemann4852]

You guys make great videos! That being said I don't think this would be for me. The ship just feels very uninviting and the lack of a decent pool is an absolute killer for me.

[@Cruisewith]

Thanks AZ Slots.

[@DustinAndrew]

Were you guys invited to the Celebrity Apex preview sailing in a few weeks?!

[@perrikennedy8134]

The entertainment seemed indeed... avant garde? Idiosyncratic with that Virgin vibe? Designed to terrify introverts? Just plain weird? That solo cabin looked promising so I'll have to look for a proper cabin tour of it - hoping that like the NCL Studio cabin, it lives much bigger than it actually is. That affogato dessert looked amazing, OMG...

[@danasandoval624]

Love you guys videos, but this just makes me more sure this isn’t the cruise ship for us.

[@AgatBro]

why does it look really empty. barely any people on that cruise 😯

[@highspec_tech90]

Food in sit down restaurants looks awesome but pizza/salad wasn't anything special. Love that the solo cabins actually have a fairly small single supplement (compared to the pp price on other twin cabins) like they are supposed to be (only 18-20%) for Valiant Lady. But at £1335+ for 7 nights, even with some extras like 'speciality' dining included they will have to do much more to convince me to spend that kind of money.

[@Eric-kf6dy]

The biggest draw for me is "adults only" part nothing against children but sometimes you just want an escape. Virgin seems to be "trying" really hard to be novel and unconventional so things like the entertainment & decor seem forced. I can see some of the LGBT cruise groups booking this ship as well. Glad you enjoyed it. Looking forward to whatever comes next.

[@acslater017]

I mean this with 100% respect (and also aware it might be personal) but David, do you find that you are more comfortable in your own skin or expressing your feminine side as time goes on? I don’t want to make you feel self-conscious but I watched a 3 year old video and at the time you presented more traditionally masculine. I mean it as a compliment, I hope you feel more free to be yourself. In any case I really enjoy your videos and the fun positive energy you bring!

[@Cruisewith]

The older I get, the more I don’t care about what other people think and I am myself 😊

[@acslater017]

@@Cruisewith Good for you, it shows! Sending you both love from San Francisco.

[@susie9893]

Pros and cons but overall I don't think for me. But then I've always found Virgin a bit cringey and over the top. Having said this, they are virgin cruising 😉 so I'm sure there's a lot of teething to go yet All the same, thanks for doing these videos - gives us all an idea of whether it's a good fit. (Having said this, I did love the look of that retro arcade & social space - if I ever did this ship I'd probably just spend all my time there!)

[@Xyleryx]

WHO: You shouldn't be traveling or going on cruises during this pandemic. These guys:

[@Cruisewith]

Fake news. At the time of this cruise which was over a month ago there was no such advice. Even today it's only recommended over 70s or those with pre existing health conditions don't travel. So thank you for your helpful post.

[@bodyloverz30]

SO there is no cruise director?

[@Cruisewith]

No but there is a team that organises the activities.

[@sheilahwithanh3132]

No casino?

[@Cruisewith]

Yes there is a a casino.

[@TowelsTravels]

I'm not a fan of the cabins, look a bit like fancier student halls.

[@aloneadrian]

what kind of dialect is to say "I have went for...."?

[@darrenmonette3088]

It is interesting although definitely not for us. A lot of high gloss, shiny surfaces and with the exception of miles of marble in the bathrooms, looks a wee bit cheap. Of course with Covid 19 going around we wont have to worry about it for a few months. You guys are fun to watch though. The street performers..... annoying. Food sounds great if a bit pedestrian.

[@muzamilmarble187]

I like 👍♥😋

[@raymondstockman1688]

Hope you get home safe if you see a couple extra rolls of toilet paper in the hallways send them Our Way, Detroit God bless us all

[@emmetlover206]

This seems like a heavy drinking cruise.

[@tonyhinojosa7710]

Brittany Moore, it is an adults only cruise ship.

[@emmetlover206]

@@tonyhinojosa7710 I'm aware of this. Just seems heavier than what I thought it would be.

[@frakundo]

Brittany Moore if alcohol was included in all cruises....they would all be heavy drinking cruises

[@pretyblkgrl]

Heavy drinking cruise? Based on what?

[@busymom7729]

John T , alcohol drinks are not included

[@georgefraser589]

Ghastly! Ghastly! Ghastly!

[@cydneystephen2814]

What does it cost to be on a docked ship?

[@cydneystephen2814]

You just answered my question. Lol.

[@facortez]

Seems like the room would need more storage and desk space.

[@elizalodge]

Different from your usual videos. Sponsorship and gifts really change people.

[@Cruisewith]

Hi John, Our format has not changed. We genuinely had a good experience on Scarlet Lady but we know this ship is not for everyone. Virgin Voyages and Vision Cruise have no control over our content. We received no gifts for this video. We were invited by Virgin Voyages to the media and travel agent event along with everyone else on this sailing. Without the invitation, we would not be able to bring you any of this content from Scarlet Lady. In addition, our sponsorship with Vision Cruise allows us to keep producing content. While we do get invited to events we pay for cruises ourselves too. We also have to cover all travel costs to and from events, hotels, equipment and software costs, and living costs. This channel is expensive to run and unfortunately, KZbin advertising alone is not enough to sustain a full-time wage. We hope you continue to enjoy our videos. Thanks :-)

[@SynapticFog]

Cruise with Ben & David I have always found you to focus on what is good and positive while peppering in a few honest truths. I appreciate your infectious joy at whatever the experience. Thank you for choosing to look at the bright side of life.

[@irenedownie6559]

I see no difference from your previous videos! I really love your channel because you are lovely lads and always seem to have so much fun! This ship is not for my husband and I, (we’re getting on a bit) but I can see how younger folks like you two could have a really good time on her. Thanks for this review, and keep up the good work! ❤️

[@totallytania7978]

Mazzle Dazzle?😳🤔