We Spent 7 Nights on the NUMBER 1 CRUISE LINE IN THE WORLD!!

This cruise line has won numerous awards putting it at the top, above all other cruise lines, but does it live up to expectations?
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Set sail with us on a 7-night Adriatic Odyssey aboard one of the freshest and most cutting-edge cruise ships at sea! We try the food and visit the incredible port of Dubrovnik in Croatia. We give you our verdict as we meticulously rate every aspect of the cruise - from dining to entertainment, cabins, and beyond!
Get the inside scoop and find out if this cruise line lives up to the hype!
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Disclaimer: We were invited onboard by Virgin Voyages but we paid for all transportation, flights, and hotels as well as onboard spending. Virgin have no pre-approval or say over our content.
Content:
00:00 Intro
00:15 Start of Video
02:03 Breakfast in the Galley
04:32 Dubrovnik Cruise Shore Excursion
14:50 Review: Virgin Voyages Cabins
16:33 Review: Crew and Service
17:58 What Has Changed on Virgin Voyages?
19:00 Brunch at the Wake
25:40 Review: Entertainment
27:00 Review: The Ship
29:25 Afternoon Tea in Sip
32:35 Review: Technology
33:30 Review: Food
36:25 Dinner at Test Kitchen
43:37 Does Virgin Voyages Deserve the Number One Cruise Line Award? Our Final Review.
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[@Cruisewith]

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[@mtnmagic1998]

I don't know those food prices are about what I'm paying in my town in the US. Wish it wasn't!

[@belowme4927]

i wonder if anybody gets the theme of razzle dazzle

[@lynemac2539]

That soft shell crab Benny! Oh my!

[@susanbolton-hk5yn]

Can u sail with virgin if u don't have or want an App. What do u do if u don't have an app.

[@user-ek5du4dp3f]

So glad I found your vlog. My husband passed in January after a 2 year struggle with Cancer. Right now I can’t seen to get myself out of bed so I’m living vicariously thru you as your doing so many of the adventures we had planned to do in the last chapter of our lives.My husband handled most all the new Cruising technology so moving forward without him is overwhelming for numerous reasons. Watching your vlogs, curled up with a cup of tea gets me through another day as I you always give me a little tickle and makes my heart smile. Thank you both so very much as I feel like I’m turning into family Thank you both so very much for that.❤️😘

[@LogicalVelocity]

I so look forward to your uploads on Sunday. I'm terminally ill and your videos make me so happy. Thanks for the laughs. I've been watching all your other videos, they're like sunshine in my cloudy days.

[@susancook1448]

Will remember you in my prayers.

[@kathybrem880]

Hi, I hope you’re feeling good today, I’m your friend from marilla, New York! Please be at ease

[@Jodster223]

I have been watching the two of you for a while. I am a big fan. You always bring a smile to my face. You are both adorable together. Don't change that. I have been hesitating about going on Virgin because Dan and I are older and didn't know our reception. Thanks for making things easier.

[@raisafrancisco7323]

Listen, I am 68 till January and I am sailing on one of those next week. I cannot wait. Please, go!! Book one and go!! Don't let your age stop you. Try it and see everything with your own eyes. I cannot wait to be there and go to the PJ party, Scarlet night, and more. Go @Jodster223!!!

[@Narutocoolcat]

The thing about Virgin is it’s not an age thing. It’s an attitude thing. As long as you have a open mind and want to have fun everyone is invited

[@joanhall3718]

I love how you are always positive and respectful while still being honest with your reviews. It keeps me coming back to your videos.

[@lora6829]

There must be a lot of work that goes on behind the scenes to produce such great content but we never see this and it’s always fun, positive and exciting inputs from both Ben and David, well done guys your doing a brilliant job ❤

[@nedflanders3769]

Virgin seems interesting and different than other cruise lines. Even though it’s probably not for me, I nonetheless am glad they exist, to give us more choices. Great and honest review/vlog, guys! Much appreciated. You guys do fantastic work! 😊

[@nunagoras]

Nor for me, but competition is always great, and Virgin is giving something for the market: Informality will bring universality. The most I like all those "old time" cruise traditions, I must admit, they're not for everyone as well, then bring along a ship where you are on a cruise like if you were on a big urban party. If well succeeded and it seems Virgin is being sort of well succeeded, then at least some parts of the experience will to land out elsewhere from the true luxury market (New Crystal and Explora Journeys are the best examples) to the mainline cruising (MSC World class and RCI Icon class are the best example). Times are changing.

[@_mollbxo]

The afternoon tea is an amazing price! I’m autistic and I’ve been watching your content for a while now & think I might book a cruise because it seems so much less stressful than a traditional holiday ❤

[@georgebuscay8511]

I can see you both as altar boys. You are both sweet men who bring joy to those of us who are unable to travel due to being immuno compromised. And Ben, God is surely smiling down on both of you. Thanks for the wonderful videos. Kathleen.

[@wendysherbert3257]

Inclusivity is so needed and important. I would not have considered Virgin but now I will! Thank you for all the hard work. We appreciate you!

[@DaniBelleEau]

This is why my group of queer and trans people went together for the first time earlier this year. Not just for the passengers, but for all the crew as well. A utopia I wish existed everywhere. 💜

[@joshuaharper2624]

​@DaniBelleEau is it that amazing? we are going as 2 non-binary people on Royal Caribbean in a few weeks, but we shall have to check out virgin I reckon. (Depending on if we like our first ever cruise)

[@chapman1569]

You got me excited about this cruze and I not even a cruise person! I don't think I saw you have so much fun on a cruise. It was a blast!

[@xiomarasamudio9991]

Excellent review! Stunning videos! I’m booked for May and I cannot wait! This would be my 2nd Virgin Voyages cruise. Thank you! Oh by the way, you two are adorable and funny. 😂😂

[@loeschzone6876]

I am so excited after watching this. We had a 10th anniversary cruise ( our first) planned next year on Virgin, but we were affected with all the cancellations and at first I was devastated ,BUT we were able to replace our 6 day cruise in the Caribbean to a dream cruise of 12 days to new Zealand and Australia for the same price!! What an upgrade ! We had to push it a year, but I am thrilled. We can't wait!! Thank you for this review. ❤

[@kathyazzarito5950]

Glad to hear what you had to say about the continued quality of Virgin. We’re sailing on Valiant Lady for our second time this March - can’t wait! We love all of the food options! Now I want to take the cruise to Croatia!❤ We didn’t think we’d enjoy Virgin as much as we do! Love you two!

[@TheJohnebey]

I have a close friend who is very particular and can do well with a Texas barbeque or a private dinner at a place. He loved Virgin on a recent trip. Remarkable.

[@kaitlynmaloney6711]

We are going in March as well! We're sailing out of San Juan and can't wait! This will be our first time in Virgin

[@loriwentworth9028]

David and Ben, you both make me laugh! Ben, your expressions are hysterical! "Glaze my face & call me a cinnamon bun" literally made me laugh out loud! I'm new to your channel and will be watching you both for years to come. Thank you both for all you do!! 😊❤😊

[@Cruisewith]

Glad you like them!

[@Skittl1321]

The reliance on the app makes this sound like my nightmare. I don't want to be glued to my phone waiting for it to ping to tell me to get off the ship in port. I miss the days where I locked it into the safe and never looked at it once on a cruise.

[@N1ftyNick]

We loved Split, Dubrovnik and Kotor. Great port cities with lovely views in every direction.

[@pfranks75]

Been to all three places!

[@lisawilks5156]

Totally agree with you guys, Virgin is our number 1 cruise line too. The food is tge best we have ever had on any cruise and we love that it is all included with no speciality "to pay extra" restaurants. We have 3 booked for next year. Love all your vlogs, thanks for all your hard work. ❤xx

[@DMBFAN90]

You guys seem like such genuine and nice people. Im really glad i found your channel. You two are doing a fantastic job with these videos!

[@cathinieto39]

"It's so floral, I think it's gonna start putting in my ball." Omg guys, I love you! 💘

[@juliewilson3237]

When the Virgin voyage first came out , I never thought we would like it at all ! As we’re middle aged boring couple who just like to relax and have great food . I now think that the cruise has something for everyone , looks like you can be very busy with all the daily entertainment etc . Also it looks like there’s plenty of places just to chill out with lovely surroundings. The adult only is a big thing for us , our kids are grown up so we don’t want other peoples kids running around lol 😜 been there done that . I think we really should give it a try .

[@Sushi2735]

Wow, I had NO idea! It is stunning scenery! So glad you enjoyed your visit, if not everything else ❤

[@aRICHandJAZZYLife]

Such gorgeous views in Croatia. Enjoying the vlog guys!

[@gabyprinzing922]

Sending love from Orange County, California! I so enjoy your videos.

[@tony8074]

Hooray for another Virgin Voyages from Ben and David. 🎉

[@suzannemccord8759]

The happiness of the crew clinches it for us! That's a great recommendation we'll take to heart.

[@pattieduffy4992]

I so enjoy and appreciate your genuine, informative, great views, photos, and best of all your narratives. Always makes me smile. GREAT job. Keep traveling, and thank you.

[@emjayemjayhawk]

I just wanted to comment about the quality of the videography. I watch a lot of cruise videos, and your videos stand out. Every shot is beautiful.

[@DDTC73]

The XL Sea Terrace is my favourite because of the larger bathroom. A separate toilet, a bigger shower, and 2 sinks. I see they now have a blue octopus in the room! I need one of them to go with my red one! The hammock. It's so funny that when they launched everyone thought they were a gimmick, but I have never seen anyone who didn't love it. Its the perfect place to do some reading when relaxing before dinner.

[@aamiguy]

Sailing on Resilient Lady in August. Looks fantastic, can’t wait! “Well, glaze my face and call me a call me a cinnamon bun!”

[@MelanieBright-gg8yb]

Thank you Ben and David! Love love you guys and really appreciate how you can be informative and so entertaining at the same time. Had me laughing out loud with your banter and descriptions! Can’t wait for our Virgin cruise in 2024!!

[@SusanWalters-bp9oi]

Love you both and keeping us informed!

[@karenkurby]

I’m with David on the scone. As a first gen Canadian of Scottish parents he’s right. Pull it apart and eat it in 2 halves ❤

[@sistersontheseas]

This is a great review, this has made us so excited for our Resilient Lady cruise next summer! Lovely to see Dubrovnik from a different angle too, we had a fab visit there a few years back! 🛳️

[@beatriceroosmark9796]

Yaaayy for Ben starting off with taking us around! I love your videos, it’s like I have a personal bestie taking me on cruises with them 🥹🫶 thank you for making these videos!! Have you been to Stockholm Sweden? Sailing through the archipelago is STUNNING highly recommend!!

[@seamusobrien2675]

Everything is presented so well, including you two, 10 out of 10 review

[@anadeoliveira4326]

We agree! We took our virgin cruise last year out of Miami and absolutely loved it! Thank you for another informative blog! ❤

[@lindapeterson3613]

Love you two. I watch several cruise vlogs and you folks are great with detail and humor. Thanks.

[@marecianoble5826]

The more i see of virgin the more i know its not for us. We like more traditional cruise lines. Thats the good thing about cruises, there is something for everybody. Love watching your vlogs.

[@chadhuff2444]

Great review boys! We are avid Celebrity Cruisers but since the new President took over it has really gone down hill. Enjoyed this review of Virgin because it is coming up a lot on all the Celebrity Boards and we were considering trying it out. We miss our old Celebrity but are looking forward to trying a Cruise Line that actually listens to their guests and delivers a great experience. Keep up the great work! Cheers Chad

[@brad_Ca]

Ben when you told David that you are more British than he is, I just died that was so funny 😂. I just love you guys.

[@eleanora4482]

Oh my. That food had me salivating. Everything looked so blooming delicious, as Ben said.

[@donnaparker8489]

One of my favorite places in the world. Spent time there in 1968 (yup), Tito was still in power. Stayed in old town and met the most incredible people who took care of us. Soooo many very happy memories. Always enjoy U2 so very much. Carry on!

[@addiebug]

Thanks for the awesome videos and for sharing your adventures with all of us.

[@user-dd5oj5ph1h]

I really like seeing more of David. I like Ben and David equally, so it’s fun to see both their points of view.❤️

[@cherylmoschan5760]

You two make me smile! Thanks

[@elainebaitinger1720]

Fantastic review as always. Might need to try them out! Thanks so much 🥰🇨🇦🥰

[@kestag2110]

Entertaining and informative. Thanks guys

[@ABroadTravelstheworld]

Great tour of Virgin. Your insights are spot on and delivered with humor and style. Love you two. Those sandwiches would have horrified my Cornish grandma. And, the Devon cream needed a boost. Thanks for your entertaining and informative videos.

[@joyd.miller4746]

Impeccable timing - here for it!

[@Kayw434]

Was not interested in Virgin but after seeing your video, we are definitely thinking about it! (Long time cruisers!) Thank you for the fabulous video!! You are the best!!!😊

[@teresecox4109]

You both have me cracking up! So funny! And the Best cruise review videos out there!!! Thank you!

[@lordhumung]

Thank for your hard investigation for us all!!!!

[@oggie1967]

Great review guys! Looking to book resilient lady in September! Looks fantastic!

[@samanthaspringman5527]

Gorgeous scenery. So many memories.

[@sandravanberkel2478]

Great review guys 😊

[@annevalentine6756]

you deserve every second of a comfortable toasty home after all the endless days and nights of hard work. Merry Christmas

[@amyspeers8012]

My mom took a tour to Croatia this fall and enjoyed it. She wasn’t on a cruise, but on a land tour. She was celebrating her 85th birthday!

[@veronicaescobedo6441]

Love your Sunday video, it's a great way to end the weekend.

[@rosacanela3169]

Sunday are for David and Ben only ❤❤❤❤.. sending love from NYC

[@gailgrimett2028]

Ben and David,thank you for the great reviews.Always respectful and colorful.You are a super couple.

[@lanagraham4587]

Y'all helped me make up my mind about cruising Virgin‼️‼️ Thanks, Loves, for being honest and yourselves❣️

[@user-ru6mg5uu7i]

You guys are wonderful. I don't need to cruise. I only need to watch your fantastic videos.

[@maryanncapece2623]

Hi Ben and David. I always enjoy your videos and reviews. I appreciate your honesty. Thank you for taking us along and for all your hard work. ❤❤

[@michaeldocherty2488]

Thanks guys for a fantastic vlog on Virgin, we have just been on Virgin Valiant lady and have now booked on Scarlett Lady in 2024, would have to agree with you making them number 1 cruise ship, keep up the great work, looking forward to your next adventure

[@chloeandludvig]

Thanks for sharing this guys! This came at the perfect time for use we are boarding the Resilient Lady for 14 nights this month! The food, crew, entertainment, rooms, everything looks just awesome! ...I especially love that the fitness classes are included - yay! ;)

[@kirkl0766]

You can if they are not full. It also depends what category you are picking. Best to use a ACC CLIA agent.

[@Tatyana_2373]

Thank you guys

[@TropicLuv]

Absolutely love you two ❤ I just returned from Bath, England and I did high tea while I was there. To settle the dispute of whether you put on the cream first and then the jam, or the jam first and then the cream, I split my scone in half and tried it both ways 😂 Both were absolutely delicious!

[@brianb2837]

Cheers Ben and David! As always what sets you apart. Detailed reviews from bow to stern!

[@lawrenceakini4981]

Awesome. Thanks for this blog. Wow. An amazing review on Virgin. Have an amazing day! Cheers.

[@UrbanbyDesignWendy]

Love this one! love watching you both..

[@lorettachapman4244]

You 2 are so fun to watch!!!

[@Sushi2735]

I enjoy your adventures so much. I cruise through you. I’m phobic of the open sea, so could never cruise unless drugged out 😅 But to see these beautiful places through your trips is delightful! Thanks you! QUESTION GUYS? Why is it so very expensive???? Paris is not that expensive. Is it just a tourist trap. $17 Euros for soup and fries?? Exorbitant in my book! There are so many beautiful places that don’t rob you blind. I’ll go there by plane 😅😅😅😅 Must agree with Afternoon Tea! That is the tiniest bit of Clotted Cream I have EVER SEEN, that will never do! Don’t think the Pastries look inviting either! Sigh……

[@alexandrademartini7496]

Doing this cruise next July. So excited.

[@nancydonaldson3886]

This cruise looked like fun . The food fantastic and loved you get water to your room every day free . It's the little touches. Also the huge shower would be great just to spread out

[@ppelucca]

New to your channel, I have laughed out loud at your funny scenes and takes on the "review ". Especially on the "English Tea" segment. You have convinced me, as an English speaking person, to try this experience for myself, God willing. Although I am biased towards the Irish argument- I have to say I love your videos, so keep up the good work and push forward thru the drudgery of going on these cruises for our benefit ! Hope to meet up on a cruise to nowhere sometime in the future, living the good life.

[@debp5983]

Thanks😊

[@tracimorgan3695]

We just did our first VV on the Valiant Lady and had a blast!! and booked another cruise for May 🥳

[@divelizard1966]

Thanks Ben and David for a fantastic review, we are taking our first Virgin Cruise from Melbourne Australia in February

[@cherylemmanuel744]

Good point about the afternoon tea. The servers absolutely should know what is in things to advise re allergies.

[@mailjimmygalaxy]

I met my Husband on the beach in Croatia. It’s a magical place. So happy you boys have discovered it. Highly recommend non cruise holiday there doing Island Hopping.

[@AronRoss72]

Thanks for another informative well made fun video. Looking forward to the Virgin experience. Our first time on Virgin will be with you guys on the group cruise…185 days to go!

[@Suzannesretirementplan]

Oh my that looks wonderful! King's Landing!!!!

[@fionabuck3937]

These two are highly entertaining

[@VictoriaGates]

I cant wait to try it in the future!

[@ShelterCats]

Adding Croatia to my bucket list.

[@jeanettestolle6706]

This is a very good video ❤ very informative 👏

[@shirleyscott8879]

I never fancied a cruise (I enjoy watching you guys cruising) but this one looks amazing

[@nobodyinnowhere444]

Hey, i am from Turkey and enjoy every minute of you. Such a lovely couple❤

[@knitnut246connie7]

We were in Dubrovnik in October and on Viking Sea. We loved Croatia so beautiful. Always wanted to know about Virgin. We went to the walled city.

[@mamajudesays6912]

The coconut pavlova (The Galley) was my favorite dessert. I hope to sail VV again soon. Great overview of the VVRL. Thanks!

[@BardWannabe]

That is my favorite too.

[@larrypuckett4793]

We are going to sail on this ship in 2 weeks!! Can’t wait.

[@user-cs7mg1ue2k]

You two are just so adorable! Your lucky mommas!

[@cynthiahiatt2715]

We love the bed sofa combo. The bed was most comfy for me….

[@margritzauner9846]

After Looking your Videos about Virgin I Decide to try it myself 😊 - and booked a 7 Day Med Cruise

[@vickymerritt6898]

I just found you guys and this one you are cracking me up. I love it.

[@lindag2035]

Love new itineraries 😊!!!

[@ianash7336]

Hey guys! Love this video. It's so helpful. I would love to know your travel dates on this cruise. Knowing when you're traveling (month/season) on each video would be very helpful for those of us trying to evaluate things like weather, etc. as we plan our own trips that are inspired by your own!

[@barbaracronin4164]

They provided that information several times in this video!

[@ianash7336]

I can't identify where I missed it, @@barbaracronin4164 . What were their travel dates (month)?

[@lorettak4436]

David!!! You MUST say "YUMMY" more often!!! We're booked on VV Scarlet Lady next month!!!❤❤❤

[@Suzannesretirementplan]

I do believe that is a cruller. I think they have the best texture of the donut family.