We Tried Two Cruise Ships At The Same Time | Virgin Voyages vs Disney

Join us as we pit the adult-exclusive Virgin Voyages against the family-favorite Disney Cruise Line's Disney Wish in a head-to-head cruise showdown! From the ease of getting on and off the ship to the comfort of the cabins, the quality of free dining, and the allure of private islands, we've compared them all. Plus, we dive into entertainment, pool vibes, service quality, and ship decor to see who comes out on top. Don't miss our bonus challenges where WiFi speed, steak quality, and dining service speed are put to the test. Who will reign supreme? Watch now to find out which cruise suits your style!
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[@SM-nn7dd]

The contrast looked hilarious!! Like the Virgin party scenes to a Disney sing-a-long

[@MissMegzie]

I was laughing SO HARD that I LITERALLY cried! HA HA HA! So good.

[@jacobduncan6270]

Love seeing these comparison videos. I am laughing at the “sail away parties” Virgin: Take a glass of champagne and let’s party!!! Disney: Take your magic wands and say Wishes Do Come True

[@GriffandAlyssa]

Haha 😂

[@bluscorpion]

I didn't know about sail away parties- I missed that AND the Captain's Party on MSC.. heard they were great though..😢

[@princesstiggles]

After cruising on Disney, I honestly don't think any other cruise line could come close to the satisfaction that they gave me.

[@GriffandAlyssa]

Love that for you!

[@Gioli565]

I feel the same!!

[@jules2363]

We're platinum on DCL but as two adults with no kids, we fell in love with Virgin. The inclusive, welcoming vibe onboard is amazing. Been on two, have two more booked and looking at booking a third on Resilient out of San Juan.

[@kishagarcia3077]

@@jules2363Hubs and I feel the same! We are also platinum with DCL, but VV has been a game changer. The food is incredible! Setting sail on our 3rd in 2.5 years Friday!

[@BJ78361]

@@jules2363So glad to hear this! Taking my first Virgin cruise this year leaving out of Spain!

[@JasonFromTheJacobFamily]

Great job on the video guys! The “VS” series has been great! ❤😂🎉

[@jonathanlawrence1401]

For most of them, I feel like they’re actually together. They just trade off the camera and are very clever in the edits, but this time I think they really are on different cruises!

[@GriffandAlyssa]

Glad you like them!

[@CarmenCookie]

Been on three Disney Cruises, most recently the Wish, and the best way I can put it is they don’t offer everything, it’s not going to be everyone’s cup of tea, but if you enjoy Disney, the things they do provide are at a level that goes unmatched by any other cruise line.

[@erickhuerta6662]

accurate by far, talking of disney and specially of the characters, if you enjoy this, your stay there matches anything

[@HighJacker99]

I hope you guys do a family cruise on the disney wish with noa. I’d love to see her reaction to it as well as seeing griff and alyssa reaction to her experiencing it

[@GriffandAlyssa]

Family version coming soon!

[@tanyajohnson5640]

Idk why but that part when Griff was walking the stairs with the champagne from the sail away part had me cracking up.

[@Bjk248]

You two are a new watching addiction for me! 😂

[@LIFEbyFrancesco]

GREAT VIDEO! DCL & VV are my favorite cruise lines, so this was so fun to watch! Awesome video idea :)

[@thebrentrobinsonshow2882]

I love when both of you'll are on the cruise together, but I still appreciate the hard work you all put into your content. Keep up the good work.

[@GriffandAlyssa]

Thank you! Will do!

[@andrettagordon6282]

I just love how ya'll do your videos now. They are awesome and very entertaining.❤🎉

[@GriffandAlyssa]

Thanks so much

[@fitdadjourney]

This video format is awesome!

[@LornAuArcos32]

Yeaaaa wasnt feeling the test kitchen dishes 🥴

[@Quickti]

Griff said “Alyssa’s not here I can get it on with myself” 😂😂😂 “Oops that came out wrong”, see yourself to door Griff 😂 Seriously have been 2 of my favorites for years!!

[@GriffandAlyssa]

lol 😂

[@CrystalHoytBeauty]

This is a great idea for a video! Thank you for this side by side comparison.

[@JeremyKingProductions]

this series is legit! Great job!

[@GriffandAlyssa]

Glad you enjoy it!

[@ambrosiatravels1465]

Very impressed with the editing on this one!! Great job, guys! Sold on Virgin Voyages for sure now ❤️

[@Corri.dr.K]

Griff and Alyssa, I love the comparison shows. They are very informative. But I miss you two together too. You are doing a great job on variety in your shows and it is appreciated. Love you guys. ❤

[@GriffandAlyssa]

Working on it!

[@DarLa0341]

Really enjoy the verses! Editing is so good and the videos are very informative

[@yanadashevski8243]

Such a funny comparison, especially the parties ))) I would definitely choose the one without kids. Thank you

[@GriffandAlyssa]

Glad you liked it!

[@lenaapple1974]

I have to say, the Disney sail aways always give me chills!

[@GriffandAlyssa]

Love that!

[@lindsayslivealittle]

Fun comparison! Love how you edited it!2 very different ships. The food on virgin looks a little better! (Even though some hit and miss)

[@GriffandAlyssa]

Thank you!

[@shereecampbell6726]

You made this video so seamless! After watching yub2 enjoy each ship. IMO both cruise options are worth trying!

[@GriffandAlyssa]

We agree!

[@dmckean2061]

Love your comparison videos! How many have I watched today. . . . .may never know.

[@GriffandAlyssa]

Wow, thank you!

[@eminiarvii]

Another fantastic video…thx..looking forward to more from you guys🙂🚢

[@GriffandAlyssa]

More to come!

[@kelly_marie1223]

These are the only two lines I’ve cruised on, so it was fun to see the comparison. I spent a lot of time on VV thinking “this is bizzaro Disney”. Similar elements to the trip, but done so differently. Bimini did make me wish Castaway had some pools.

[@marygunn7417]

This is hysterical I love it

[@justwonderinghowlongmyname5139]

not finished with the video yet but im pretty sure the octopus toy is just an innocent cute toy that virgin voyages gives their guests - i think its their spirit animal or something

[@GriffandAlyssa]

I think you’re right!

[@tanyajohnson5640]

I was going to ask what the octopus was all about??

[@CathyEM]

But they want you to pay for it, right? I thought Griff showed a price tag for $12.99?

[@cynthiahiatt2715]

The octopus is the theme of Scarlet Night…not a disgusting toy, lololol

[@gogglespaisano59]

Remember when AndyZ and his brothers were driving on ludes. They almost hit the stanchions under the 86th Street el

[@totsandtouchdowns]

What a great idea. Loved this!!!

[@csmith2435]

Awesome review of the two cruise lines! Awesome video shots from both ships! Awesome commentary from both presenters! And an AWESOME job with the video edits especially switching between the two ships! You guys rock! Very informative and thoroughly entertaining! You guys are awesome and we love your "real people vibe"! LOL! Seriously! Great Job! Rock on! 😎😎😎

[@GriffandAlyssa]

Thanks so much!

[@cgavin40]

Awesome video. We just sailed on the Disney Dream. Our dinner experience was seamless as our food came very fast. Interesting and sounds like the Wish still has some kinks to work out.

[@GriffandAlyssa]

Disney was fun!

[@ANathan123]

Pro tip for Disney cruise line: they may not have a drink package but they do have a drink of the day available at any bar that is around $5-6 and they are pretty good drinks and they definitely don’t skimp on the alcohol

[@gwynethglas-brown9171]

Great video 😊 Really interesting to hear your views on both .what a Fantastic idea / series you have brought Definitely an eye opener to the huge amount of different cruise companies and what they have to offer 🤔😜. Thank you so much for taking us along on this adventure 😅 . We don’t travel much let along cruise , but saying that. We been thinking maybe for our 40 th wedding anniversary in a few years maybe Norway fjords/ Iceland ( if our health allows us ) . Have a wonderful Weekend 🥰

[@user-Carmen_Parker]

😃😃👋🏾👋🏾 Always enjoy your "VS" series. Thank you for sharing

[@GriffandAlyssa]

Glad you like them!

[@carrie1359]

You guys are so fun to watch! You are my go-to when planning a next vacation to get ideas and info. Heading to AK in June on RCL! Thanks for all the great info!

[@GriffandAlyssa]

Have fun!!!🤩

[@traceymarshall5886]

The Octopus is like a Duck - each virgin cruise has a different colour. Red for scarlet; purple for valiant and blue octopus for Resilient....these correspond to the little cake in the Sweet spot counter

[@GriffandAlyssa]

Ohhhhhh!

[@micheland3036]

Awesome reviews. I like the versus videos. Both of your experiences looked great.😃

[@GriffandAlyssa]

Glad you like them!

[@emmabourke6565]

Great vlog guys. It would be interesting to know the price of both, balcony vs outside staterooms. Laughing at the two different sail away vibes and the relaxing on the sun loungers. I know which one id prefer to be on and its not the one with the screaming children🙈😂

[@stevewilson6211]

Alyssa you do a great job with the food reviews Food is a VERY important part of my cruise and any vacation I'm on You get 🎉

[@Juancarlo4342]

Alyssa our msc mustar drill took a total of 8 minutes watched video in room popped to deck 7 for a card scan, on the meraviglia this past week.

[@christinelugo343]

Both cruises looks like a lot of fun thanks for sharing

[@GriffandAlyssa]

Our pleasure!

[@LucyBird]

I love this style of video! Virgin is a favorite of mine so I enjoyed seeing that experience but both look great! 🎉

[@GriffandAlyssa]

Thank you!

[@TheFreedomgal]

When Griff said, My dinner looks like Murder on a plate I almost peed my pants. This is a terrific idea for a video. Alyssa next time you need to eat the ear first when you have Mickey waffles.

[@GriffandAlyssa]

It was delicious tho!

[@CathyEM]

But how about those churro Mickey waffles? I am ADDICTEDl

[@pamelafaulk9058]

Jazzy. I had my FIRST Aperol Spritz because of you on the Carnival Panorama. It wasn’t my cup of tea because I’m not a big champagne drinker… however you were my motivation!!!! #CHEERS

[@erickhuerta6662]

hey guys, nice video. You both explain accurately the pros and cons. Can I suggest you to make a video comparing royal and carnival next time, Best for you both :)

[@melizam8069]

I would love to do both cruises for everything I just saw in y’all’s video! Different vibes but totally awesome!!!

[@GriffandAlyssa]

You should!

[@jillianwalsh5498]

Amazing, fun, creative video!! Thanks y’all! Alyssa- where are your Minnie ears from? Thanks!

[@GriffandAlyssa]

Thank you! Home made =]

[@FatMackington]

“Let’s jump in and have a stroke” is crazy lol. I’m sure it was 🔥

[@eminiarvii]

Yes that was too funny

[@GriffandAlyssa]

lol 😂 I’m still sweating from it!

[@bettygreenhansen]

We just booked a cruise on the Wish!!! Thank you for this informative video. We are seniors going with family May 2025. Looks like good wholesome fun. The Virgin cruise looks intriguing!!! Maybe someday. ❤

[@chrissysm1981]

The Disney looks so much better. The only thing I don’t like is how short the Wish cruises are. I wish they had longer ones.

[@GriffandAlyssa]

I wish there was 7 days too!

[@thatderek]

The Disney Treasure sets sail this December and does 7 day cruises, same layout as the Wish. However, inaugural prices are insane, we booked an extended veranda in Feb 2025 for what an inside stateroom costs in Dec 2024. That said, I'd recommend booking the Fantasy in late fall if you've never done Disney. The Fantasy not as expensive overall and has a better layout, and fall sailing save even more money. The Wish does have a more elegant feel and a very beautiful atrium but the Dream and Fantasy are better ships IMO.

[@chrissysm1981]

@@thatderek thanks 😊

[@nocursewm2938]

I no longer have the time off of work for cruises, but Disney, while expensive, is the favorite or the 3 cruiselines I’ve tried.

[@constancecook-cruisetravel1166]

I had a great cruise on the Scarlet lady and I went to the test kitchen. All the food that they served was magnificent was delicious. I have not been on Disney yet, but Virgin Voyages is pretty awesome.

[@GriffandAlyssa]

Food is so good on Virgin!

[@gracekuei7962]

I lost it at "It legit looks like murder on a plate" lmao

[@EthanSchlau]

Nice job on the video...👍

[@GriffandAlyssa]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@johnsoj9]

Great video! Alyssa, you look so cute in the mouse ears!!

[@GriffandAlyssa]

Thank u

[@lanagraham4587]

Anywhere there's NO KIDS is the best!!!

[@GriffandAlyssa]

lol 😂

[@hurricane4500]

Facts

[@jensibert2206]

Alyssa, where did you get your ears?? They look so cute and comfortable!

[@noraw8955]

I love these videos! I think I noticed a little faux pas. When Griff was dancing in the club, I thought it said Disney wish in the corner. Maybe I’m wrong 🤷🏻‍♀️. Regardless, I LOVE the video! Great job! ❤❤❤

[@GriffandAlyssa]

Good call!

[@AnnaS1371]

Whaaat? Are you guys scamming us and are actually together on both those cruises? 🤔🤫😝

[@user-eu5sb1cm4j]

Looks like fun but I like Disney..,more for family😊

[@GriffandAlyssa]

I totally agree!

[@julietteivano7384]

Scarlet you make me laugh😅😂🤣 when you mention 5000 a drink 🍷 I reckon you so down to 🌎 earth I like the way you express yourself love from Melbourne Australia 🌏🦘🌏🦘🌏

[@GriffandAlyssa]

lol 😂 it was wild!

[@vickiedavis307]

Disney is top of the line ❤love it

[@yellowbird500]

I had this conversation with friends earlier this week after their Cruise on Scarlet Lady. They found some things on Scarlet Lady was not kept in working order. They never saw their cabin steward who BTW didn’t straighten up their clothes as they do on Disney ships. The pool area on Virgin is not inviting and the app is poor. They had trouble finding their way around the ship. They found some of the entertainment staff to be rude when Bingo was delayed causing them to be late for their next appointment. The small things add up and it’s the small frustrations that can ruin a cruise. The food however, was outstanding by comparison and the Dj’s were excellent. I’ve cruised both as well and while Disney is the more beautiful and luxury cruise line, I prefer Virgin to Disney. They have the best food and music of all the major cruise lines.

[@KristinaStutts]

We've been on the Wish twice and loved it. Going on the Disney Dream in two weeks. We didn't wait that long for dinner, exegetical for Worlds of Marvel. That's because they have to time the food with the segments. Overall, loved it.

[@GriffandAlyssa]

Have fun! Can’t wait for the treasure!

[@janaysimpson1891]

Love your videos ❤ when you do the cruise comparison videos, is the price for single occupancy?

[@GriffandAlyssa]

Prices we list are based on double occupancy normally.

[@ashleighlalonde6394]

Would love to see a cost comparison between the two. I've heard Disney is great but very pricey. Would be curious how the two would compare since you had similar rooms.

[@stevewilson6211]

Griff I like the shirts 👕 You wore on the cruise

[@MrKn1214]

I think I’d try both cruises only for experience. Since I’m currently collecting all the cruise brands for my travel memories 😊

[@GriffandAlyssa]

Love that!

[@nancywickersham7318]

Yes it’s fine to Check and if you don’t answer to come in. No big deal.

[@pamelafaulk9058]

Following!!!!!

[@Gioli565]

Disney all the way!

[@terrifromm5085]

Love this cruise vs cruise format. Can you please cruise Princess vs ??

[@GriffandAlyssa]

Interesting Princess vs what? =]

[@terrifromm5085]

Princess vs Celebrity

[@jackandsally79]

On Disney Cruise you bring 6 can beers (no more than 12 oz) on board at the beginning of the voyage and at each port of call

[@cynthiahiatt2715]

Haha the octopus in your room is not disgusting, lol it is the theme of Scarlet Night

[@ktravels1761]

I love these videos comparison you guys make but do you really travel solo?

[@mandywalker3393]

I just discovered you guys. I love ya'lls take on the cruises and will look for more. I have never been interested in going on a disney cruise (or to the parks) and would not have ever watched a video on them. But I am interested in Virgin so this was cool to watch. So far. absolutely no interest in disney. I appreciate watching tho. And since I am at this exact part. When he was dipping the bread in the peas you had "disney wish" in the upper corner. don't normally critique, but literally, just watched it. LOL at him trying the "adult" food.

[@jonathanservance8353]

you had me at.....your boi had free champaign and I lost it lol

[@unvoicedapollo3318]

In defense of Disney, they do have a captain's gala on 7 night & longer cruises. That's where you can get some complimentary drinks (maybe not champagne, but I prefer prosecco anyway. Have cocktails too). Though I do also wish they had complimentary drinks for the sail away party too.

[@emilyfeldman8788]

can you do one for alaskan cruises??

[@angelabrown3994]

Well done. Would definitely choose Disney over Virgin. It's about the kind of experience I'm looking for.

[@GriffandAlyssa]

Disney wins!

[@reviewedbyg]

Your Content is great!! Not sure if we ( husband and I) could be apart to do a review separately!! You all made an unique experience for all 👍🏽 We review Cruises as well!! ( Still building our channel) Who knows maybe we will see you all someday on a cruise!! 👏🏽👏🏽😊

[@GriffandAlyssa]

Thanks so much!

[@alexisbuckles4651]

Really enjoyed this video! Man, the slow Disney food would drive me nuts as a mom of two under 4. Have they ever met a preschooler who could sit for that long?? 😂

[@GriffandAlyssa]

It was a total tease waiting that long lol I was so hungry!

[@firebird15]

Alyssa where did you get those adorable Minnie ears???

[@katcalico9142]

😂 Cruise math hack: price out Icon of the seas first - everything else will seem like a bargain too good to pass up. Sitting here pricing Disney and Virgin as alternatives after pricing Icon this morning and realizing that Virgin and Disney are dirt cheap in comparison + plus soda is included.😂🤷🏻‍♀️

[@kathybrem880]

Interesting-I’m thinking of taking one of my son and his family on a Disney cruise

[@solusdeath]

​@kathybrem880 do a 5 day cruise of you can on another ship. 3 days isn't long enough and you can get a 5 day cruise on another disney ship for the price of a 3 day on the Wish.

[@GriffandAlyssa]

You’ll have lots of fun!

[@GriffandAlyssa]

I wish it was longer

[@albertssrblx]

Soda being included doesn’t justify the 40% markup for what is essentially a daycare on the water. Cruise carnival and buy all their packages (especially their newer ships) and you’ll be blown away with the included options

[@amandailane]

Crazy how long it took you to get your food on the Wish! We just sailed on a Very Merrytime cruise at the end of November, and our food service with so much faster than when we are on the dream. I really think that your waiters make the difference.

[@unvoicedapollo3318]

I was on the Dream back in April. I'm not sure if they were just getting used to the 7 night schedule, but our food took forever to get to us. However, on BatB night, we asked if they could get the food out to us a little faster and boy did they deliver. Only reason we didn't leave immediately after dessert was because we were in Animator's Palate on the night with Animation Magic.

[@gowdersareonthego]

We've done 21 Disney cruises so far! We've tried other lines and they just don't have the same feel. The staff is friendly and welcoming. And we have made lots of friends on our cruises. Guests on other lines aren't as open to meeting others.

[@GriffandAlyssa]

Wow, 21 Disney cruises! That's awesome. Disney really knows how to make a cruise special, right?

[@bluscorpion]

The party is indoors? Okay. Good for cold nights I guess.

[@jonmariejacobs8887]

Thank you for this video. I learned I would NEVER book a Virgin cruise. And that I could be open to a Disney cruise! I wouldn’t have said that!

[@maryfettig3378]

Too much mickey and donald for me😂

[@GriffandAlyssa]

Lol 😂

[@colinsoileau5033]

I haven’t been on virgin, but there were some spots where the theming just looked very lack luster. Like the stair wells just looked like there was nothing to it but just white stairwells that made you feel like you were walking into work… idk seemed strange to me.

[@Bexstas]

I loved absolutely everything about her, I don't really want to sail with anybody else now, well RCCL anyway, as I was formally loyal. I looked and tried very hard to pick fault with something, anything on Virgin, but couldn't find it, yeah the pool is crappy, but I don't generally use pools on cruise ships, because they are typically always "human soup", so that's not an issue for me. Anyway disappointed that I will have to wait for a Ship to come back to Aus or head overseas to experience the exceptional product, if I want to go sooner.

[@juniperdog5523]

I think I would like the food on virgin more. I also like that the virgin price includes tips. I wonder why the food on Disney took so long when they are so used to serving families. Little kids wouldn’t be patient enough for that.

[@AnnaS1371]

Prefer the Disney all the way, but the price is outrageous 😮😮😮!

[@catherinereed-thureson4537]

The five thousand dollar drink comes with tickets to skywalker ranch.

[@morpheuszzz662]

I'm pretty sure the "clear the pool" events would be related to kids having serious bathroom accidents. They would need to dump a bunch of chemicals in. 😂

[@alexschwager2645]

the octopus toy on virgin voyages is the ships spirit animal because the animal is strong and flexible

[@bubbamiibubbamiigamingbria4836]

Disney destiny universe cruise battle & Disney treasure universe cruise battle & Disney wish universe cruise battle & Disney ships of passenger Disney ships

[@heathermichael3987]

I’m not going to lie , Disney looked better .

[@Liz-sj2vp]

Disney is amazing

[@Yoskaterymommylife]

Agreed!!

[@juliomiranda2131]

Hot take virgin seemed like such a vibe

[@virginiamushala4410]

Been considering a solo with Virgin BUT I gotta agree Disney has it

[@GriffandAlyssa]

Disney was so much fun!

[@estherjohnson6502]

This juxtaposition is so funny 😂 for real though, calm down Virgin lol

[@GriffandAlyssa]

Haha 😂 it is!

[@nocursewm2938]

I stopped eating steak on cruises because I asked for well done and would always get medium to medium-well.

[@SM-nn7dd]

Alyssa’s voice and facial expressions remind me of Jenna Marbles :)

[@joykinser3444]

Im a Disney girl. While these 2 ships could not be more different in terms of theming, activities, and target audience, I noticed so many similarities. They are both very amenity inclusive. They are both luxury cruises with all of the features and personalization that make every guest feel pampered and elite. I think it comes down to if you are a young (or young at heart) couple wanting a romantic get away or a sexy party vibe, or a family or adult/adults wanting some wholesome magic. The included food seemed much more upscale and advenurous on Virgin. Disney food is delicious but plays it a bit safer in the main dining room. You did an excellent side by side. I did think it was kind of funny to watch bc I'm pretty sure you have been on both of these ships, but you are reporting like it's all new. To be honest it also seems like you can have fun on both lines as a solo travelor, but I think I would only want to go with a companion to share the experience with.