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

[@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.

[@stevebowtell6763]

Are you guys from boro originally

[@Chi-n7q]

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.❤️😘

[@kimihill1596]

Hugs and prayers to you🤗💐

[@sueb2515]

Hugs and prayers to you 🤗💐

[@bethowen78]

Hugs and prayers to you 🤗💐

[@gw2078]

I am so sorry to read this. Genuinely very sad. You will never get over your Husband's passing but I hope you can move on and be at peace with it. Please think of the happy times you had together. Maybe one day you will find the strength to go on a cruise or some sort of holiday and take a memento of him with you, even a photo. Take care and be kind to yourself.

[@DeeDeeH20]

prayers to you, So sorry for your loss. Hope you get inspired to go on a holiday one day and be happy. So hard and rough. sorry. God Bless . l

[@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

[@littlebunnybunny]

so sorry to hear this..i hope you are cimfortable ❤

[@gw2078]

Oh my goodness, this is terrible to hear. I am so sorry. The internet can be a bad place but I am pleased to read you get some comfort from it. Take care.

[@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.

[@_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 ❤

[@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.

[@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 ❤

[@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.

[@helenalovelock1030]

Agree

[@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)

[@JoyceCocke]

A day without Ben and David is like a day without sunshine. Love you guys! 😍

[@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

[@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!”

[@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!

[@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!

[@N1ftyNick]

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

[@pfranks75]

Been to all three places!

[@grahamdrummond2412]

Kotor, oh my word, the bay was beyond stunning. ​@@pfranks75

[@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. 😂😂

[@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!

[@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.

[@cathinieto39]

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

[@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.

[@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.

[@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. ❤

[@Sushi2735]

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

[@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 .

[@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

[@aRICHandJAZZYLife]

Such gorgeous views in Croatia. Enjoying the vlog guys!

[@angelas9467]

I am loving you guys more and more everyday. Wow to be brutally honest virgin is probably not my cup of tea, your reviews and your videos are fascinating

[@CatherineBennett-nj9nz]

Thanks

[@Cruisewith]

Thanks so much!

[@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 ❤

[@suzannemccord8759]

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

[@tony8074]

Hooray for another Virgin Voyages from Ben and David. 🎉

[@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! 🛳️

[@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.

[@cherylemmanuel744]

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

[@Lightcode]

First time watching one of your videos and I absolutely love you two! A cruise is something I have never done and probably won’t, but I feel very inspired for the first time watching because well the food of course, but also the location and your excellent coverage of what it actually looks like on the ground instead of a travel video. But I’ll tell you, the thing that really got me was the relaxed policy where the people working for the cruise line can actually be themselves. What are different that makes when people can express who they are. Love that.

[@SheenaAnnBrown]

You were asking what she says on the side,at night. It changes with each port and says something along the lines of 'port name' we love you - in the local language. Messages can be programmed in so they can change.

[@teresecox4109]

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

[@krystalgroshans9129]

As someone from Kansas, I have to throw in that while yes, we do grow corn, we're mostly known for wheat. I think Oklahoma is too. Corn is mostly known for being grown in Nebraska and Iowa

[@beatriceroosmark]

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!!

[@elliechristie2498]

Honestly you guys……you are the dearest Souls on Utube!! Please tell me, you are just being who and what you are, right?? So funny, so adorable! Thank you…..maybe I will try a Virgin when I’m 80….(4 years away)…..Dubrovnik looks wonderful….❤

[@roemeasanct]

I love your videos. Making my way through the years now. And since you brought it up, now you have to post pictures of you two as altar boys. You both have such charisma it comes through the channel and makes it seem like I know you both as friends. Happy new year!

[@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

[@margritzauner9846]

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

[@davehorton7712]

Last time I was in Dubrovnic it was very hot, around 34C, went into an Irish bar and it was so, so cool, whilst having a drink I noticed the air conditioner was set to 25C, never knew 25C could feel that cool....

[@kidfreemillennials]

I already adored you, but when you rub the word moist in people's face that claim to hate it, is the BEST!!!! The kind of person who says this is the kind of person who doesn't read, and isn't curious of the world, they have nothing to talk about, so they say this kind of thing they heard once on a sitcom and pitch it as their own original thought!!

[@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!

[@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

[@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!!

[@gabyprinzing922]

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

[@peanutbuttergirl]

The double entendres are off the charts this episode! 31:38 😂❤😂

[@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!

[@gingerawana]

Thank you for your videos (which are so professionally filmed). man I have more ports to plan for my next cruise. 😁

[@eleanor4482]

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

[@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.

[@robinrosen3236]

Hi, Been and David!! I love how you have ratings on different categories for this ship (rooms, food, entertainment). Could you think about doing this for each ship or cruise line? This could be such a great tool. There's so many of us trying to make decisions. Just an idea, albeit a big ask. This was such a great review!! You're fabulous and we love you 😍. Can't wait for the next video.

[@Cruisewith]

Great suggestion!

[@Lorelai-s7o]

I agree. We are an older couple getting ready to retire and would love to know which cruise line would be best for first time cruisers. Love your channel, love you both❤❤

[@seamusobrien2675]

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

[@helenalovelock1030]

Just got back from Dubrovnik. Gorgeous unspoiled city clean, no beggars, felt safe !!!!!

[@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.

[@tracimorgan3695]

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

[@fionabuck3937]

These two are highly entertaining

[@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!!!😊

[@Cruisegirl1968]

I totally agree with you about the bed; it was super uncomfortable for me!

[@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……

[@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)?

[@cherylmcwilliams7238]

Thank you for the Virgin coverage. We are planning to book on them in 2025 and I am looking forward to it. We have never cruised on Virgin but wanted to since they started. It seems like it will be a great time!

[@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.

[@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.

[@annevalentine6756]

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

[@gailgrimett2028]

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

[@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!

[@lanagrahamntx]

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

[@andyp315]

If you are ever in Dubrovnik again check out the Buza Bar. At the south of the city you go through a tiny door in the main wall and down some steps and its a bar perched on the cliff above the water it's SUPER picturesque if you are adventurous pack some shorts you can dive off the cliffs into the water (isn't that hight)

[@lindapeterson3613]

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

[@rosacanela3169]

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

[@anadeoliveira4326]

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

[@mhm8922]

Say moist as much as you like. I love a moist cake or donut. LOL! Based on the breakfast/brunch, I understand why they have that staircase. You need to walk up the stairs to burn off the food.

[@ShelleyAR4487]

😂 "Glaze my face and call me a cinnamon bun!" 🤣 I gave out a huge laugh when I heard that! You crack me up! I've been watching you guys for a while and you're fantastic. Keep the honest opinions coming.❤ By the way Ben, that was a macaron which is a sandwich like cookie filled with jam, ganache or buttercream. Macaroon is a drop cookie usually using shredded coconut. I love them both! However, I do agree with you that the food selection was not at all what you should be getting for a high tea setting.

[@shirleyscott8879]

For afternoon tea, the crust less sandwiches should be on the bottom tier, scones on the middle tier and cakes at the top.

[@sandranoyd9576]

Thank you for informing this most important serving!

[@lynn6700]

Love your videos, but they would be much better if you told us the MONTH that you were traveling to a place. Thanks for the great work!

[@CarolMortensen-e2b]

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

[@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.

[@josmyth5579]

Youve convinced me! I love the look of Virgin!

[@jpbpds]

Jam first then cream. Enjoyed this series just like all your videos.

[@bonnieramsey9042]

You're absolutely right. What's with tiny amount of clotted cream? I could eat a whole bowl,😂

[@moirasutherland7443]

Visited Dubrovnik a few years ago on a cruise, we walked up to the top cable car station, and bought an expensive beer there, we also walked round the walls bought more beer in a bar on the wall with WiFi. It was a lovely day out

[@SusanWalters-bp9oi]

Love you both and keeping us informed!

[@Diveth2]

I love Dubrovnik! Guys the price to get to the wall is 15euros. We got the tickets directly from the City's website. . Love your honest videos! Can't wait to meet you in June! 😊

[@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.

[@TopherTino]

I feel like I don’t stay in my room enough to need a couch😅. Even when I was in a room with a couch, I sat on it like once. I feel like it’d be something I’d want if I went on with a group of friends and wanted to share a bottle of champagne in my room or something.

[@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

[@JSnyder-x6q]

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

[@nelsondeaton9271]

Hello Ben. Hello David. We've been to Dubrovnik and surrounding areas. WE LOVED OUR TIME THERE. We've not been on Virgin but after watching your vlogs, we are planning to book soon. We're so glad to hear everyone is welcomed, especially gay couples.

[@TopherTino]

I agree with you about the cornbread muffin for the soft shell Benny, I didn’t finish it, it was kind of heavy and I was getting full. lol

[@CarolHeney]

Oh Ben, I can absolutely see David, as an Altar Boy! But, Ben, did you really do that, too?!? 🤣😂

[@kemipue]

The two halves of the scones definitely better eaten separately than together as a 'sandwich'. Twice as much toppings and not too much dry scone with a scraping of toppings. Jam then cream as the cream soaks in the scone too much and then if you're eating it in two halves you can put a massive pile of cream on top of the jam 😅

[@lindasmith6072]

How much do drinks cost? E.g how much for gin and tonic, pint of beer, average cocktail? Great vids guys. Ive never cruised before but cant stop watching these.

[@scottshaffer8686]

Question for either one of you Ben and David. My wife and I just got off the Valiant Lady cruise from Miami Dec 10th to the 16th. We loved to food and service, but I was disappointed in the bed (we had a sea terrace). I woke up in the middle of the night sweaty from head to waist and we had the ac on as cold as it went. We chatted with another couple and the wife noticed the same thing too. I was wondering if either of you noticed that on any of your Virgin cruises. Plus, I just wish the bathrooms where bigger.

[@abbylea2359]

I don’t think Virgin would be for me but I enjoyed your tour.

[@sarahtyoung]

david is killing it with his shirts on this one. mr fashionista