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  • @AustralianConsultancy
    @AustralianConsultancy 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +26

    We need more cruises on this channel! Amazing work Kevin

    • @tfft
      @tfft  2 หลายเดือนก่อน +11

      I'd love to, but they're just too much work lol

    • @slumberlisa
      @slumberlisa 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thank you for the detailed review. I have seen quite a few reviews of Virgin Voyages, but they were very short and either made me want to go or stay away. This content was perfect!

  • @Ipuffyy
    @Ipuffyy หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    I was on the Resilient a week after your greek glow cruise. Insane how much we both agree and I also have to add that this cruise was literally the best vacation my friends have had.

    • @tfft
      @tfft  หลายเดือนก่อน

      Glad you enjoyed!

  • @FraserAtSea
    @FraserAtSea หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    Ah, really enjoyed this! I boarded Resilient Lady in Athens at the end of July for the Adriatic route to Croatia and Montenegro, and found the whole thing to be absolutely wonderful. Resilient Lady seems to be offering SUCH a strong product at the moment!

    • @tfft
      @tfft  หลายเดือนก่อน

      Love her!

  • @agbad5055
    @agbad5055 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    I appreciate how precise you were with your numbers, including knowing I was one of the 6 still around.

    • @tfft
      @tfft  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      It appears there were actually 7! 😅

    • @DEAlexa
      @DEAlexa 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I make 8 : 😊

  • @joanbelmont5450
    @joanbelmont5450 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    OMG, the Asian guy that’s at the Galley coffee shop, to the right, his name is Gun, best barista ever! He made our coffees every morning when we sailed on Scarlet Lady in November 2022. Wow!! ❤ Hi Gun
    $300 for upgrade? I bid the lowest which was $55 and we got upgraded to the central terrace today. Sailing in 2 weeks.

    • @tfft
      @tfft  หลายเดือนก่อน

      $300 to XL. Enjoy your trip 🗺️

  • @markfellows74
    @markfellows74 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Enjoyed a cruise on Resilient Lady earlier this year out of Sydney. 10/10 experience absolutely loved everything about it from the food, cabin, crew, decor, shows,activities. Can’t wait to go again. 😍

    • @tfft
      @tfft  2 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      SAME here. I'll be honest, doing what I do- there are very few travel experiences out there which I'd be willing to pay full rack rate for... another cruise on Virgin is certainly one of them.

  • @well-blazeredman6187
    @well-blazeredman6187 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

    Battleship-grey works for this former naval officer - and the ship's lines are attractive enough to dodge a lazy comparison with a live sheep-carrier. (Ignore the Rule of the Road; pass upwind!)
    Still not a cruiser but I'll concede that Virgin has nailed this concept stuff.
    Rhodes: my favourite Greek island.
    Comprehensive review, which I'll watch in chunks.

    • @tfft
      @tfft  2 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      You’ll appreciate Razzle Dazzle (restaurant). I had no idea it came from a naval concept.

  • @DEAlexa
    @DEAlexa 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    That was a fantastic review! My husband and I are going to be on the Valiant Lady in the Caribbean next January and I am soaking up every little bit of ship info I can prior to our sailing. Thank you for your time and attention to detail, especially to the FOOD! Posting the menus was highly appreciated.

    • @tfft
      @tfft  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I'm jealous! Please have a mushroom for me!

  • @stevenhalley2811
    @stevenhalley2811 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    I resently responded to you survey and one of my selections was adding Cruise Ship reviews. And here you are reviewing a Virgin Voyage on the Resilient Lady which i sailed on in Australia earlier this year. Your review was very spot on and i wish it was available when i went. I had a very hard time understanding the CONCEPT, but I did enjoy the accomidating & friendly crew members, but did miss that they do not display their country of origin or their departments on their name badges. They consider themselves all equals and us as SAILORS, which i thought was a little extra VIRGIN over the top. Probably because i served as a proud member in the the US NAVY.
    The Pool & the Stateroom Bathroomjs are a joke, also finding a public restroom onboard is another hasle, if you can locate on it was usually occupued, one seater unisex, not worth waiting for when you really had to go, most times i headed back to my stateroom since i too had a central balconey on the Deck 11 - AHOY

    • @tfft
      @tfft  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks for sharing ✈️

  • @wicked_smaaht
    @wicked_smaaht 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Great video, as always! That braised rib and basmati grits combo looks delicious.

    • @tfft
      @tfft  2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Certainly was!

  • @DeniseSommerRoque
    @DeniseSommerRoque 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Absolutely enjoyed every second of this extensive review! Loved the way you scored all the food and the final grade of 21/20 is amazing especially knowing how knowledgeable and experienced you are regarding that important part of the cruise. Thank you so much for these nearly 50 minutes of high quality content, love the way how diverse your channel has become 💫🥂🍾💪🏼🙏🏼

    • @tfft
      @tfft  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Appreciate that Denise!

  • @StevenJiaWeiXU
    @StevenJiaWeiXU 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Hi, Kevin! I really love the style of introducing food you presented in this episode - a short introduction on the food you had in your journey with a clear headshot of the food. I think it's a better way for the audience to get a better idea of dining experience in your journey than a quick look at the menu. I encourage you to introduce that way of presenting your food experience in your journey to your future episodes. Enjoy your trip! :)

    • @tfft
      @tfft  2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Thanks very much 🙏🏻

  • @PCBill0622
    @PCBill0622 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    I appreciate your honesty. Your comment about single travelers was very much appreciated. I think my biggest concern would be the seat designs. Just about everywhere just don’t look comfortable-especially the restaurants.

    • @tfft
      @tfft  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Restaurant wise, they were all typical comfort level with the exception of Pink Agave. Thanks for watching 🩴

  • @Lisabeeme15
    @Lisabeeme15 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    I was on this sailing. It was my first Virgin cruise. I’ve already booked my next one. I’ve been on other cruises before but I really loved how quick the boarding process was. The only restaurant I did not get to try was Extra Virgin. My favorite restaurant was Pink Agave. The dock house was my favorite place to hang out in my free time. The bathroom was super small, but it was manageable for me. I agree with your thoughts on Santorini, it was a rough day at the cable car.

    • @tfft
      @tfft  หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks for sharing ✈️

  • @amandahollingsworth8312
    @amandahollingsworth8312 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Great review! I can't wait for our first ever cruise with virgin next month ❤

    • @tfft
      @tfft  หลายเดือนก่อน

      Enjoy your trip 🗺️

  • @katemcgovern-hu2lv
    @katemcgovern-hu2lv 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Liked and subscribed - Very informative and I love the sound of your voice ❤

    • @tfft
      @tfft  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks for subscribing! 📺

  • @alis120
    @alis120 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Excellent content 👏👏. Sailing on her this Saturday. Thank you , your food reviews and scoring is really appreciated.

    • @tfft
      @tfft  หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Enjoy your trip 🗺️

  • @tomsoden1738
    @tomsoden1738 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I really enjoyed that Kevin. Thanks for another outstanding review. I don't know why you don't have 1 million subscribers yet.

    • @tfft
      @tfft  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Tomorrow's video will explain why haha. But thanks for that!

  • @jimmyjames6492
    @jimmyjames6492 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Thanks for the info + video!

    • @tfft
      @tfft  2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Thanks for watching 🩴

  • @latriceharris786
    @latriceharris786 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Great review! I'm looking forward to my cruise on virgin voyage even more now thanks!

    • @tfft
      @tfft  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Enjoy your trip 🗺️ Have a mushroom for me!

  • @petek5523
    @petek5523 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    If I was into cruising, this would be my first choice to book , but I’m not so I wouldn’t 😅. I can’t imagine the madness of 4-5 ships docking at a small island(or any port for that matter) at the same time and the impact is has on the locals.
    Nice video as always 😊

    • @tfft
      @tfft  2 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      Yeah, normally in ports like that, I just stay on board and enjoy the day. The only reason I went onto Santorini was to get a video clip of the ship from above. 2.5 hours for an 8 second clip haha

  • @ccoulter4891
    @ccoulter4891 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Excellent video. Thanks for sharing the menus. I’m vegan & cruising March 25. I like that there are vegan options, even though it appears meals were low on protein & heavy in carbs.

    • @tfft
      @tfft  2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      I'm not sure exactly which restaurants have it, but I'd ask specifically about meat substitues they may have. I saw it on a couple menus and have to imagine it would be available in some form all over the ship.

  • @hungo7720
    @hungo7720 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    You have done a scintillating job reviewing this cruise Kevin! I couldn't remember the last time you filmed on cruise 😊.

    • @tfft
      @tfft  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Won’t be again for quite a while! Haha. Thanks very much 🙏🏻

  • @hendrikdevries9725
    @hendrikdevries9725 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Long but thorough review, nice !

    • @tfft
      @tfft  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks very much 🙏🏻

  • @ommmerali2756
    @ommmerali2756 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I haven't gone on a cruise yet because I doubted a lot of things but now I have a little confidence.

    • @tfft
      @tfft  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Hope you try it out one day!

  • @jenniferrahman6960
    @jenniferrahman6960 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I feel like I've actually just been on this ship now - what a wonderful review!
    Beautiful ship and the decor is superb, love the variety of style and themes. Never been on a cruise, the thought of the nightlly entertainment and crowded pool is quite intimidating 😅
    I will just stick to ferry trips 😊

    • @tfft
      @tfft  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Haha, if I'm 89% honest, unless I'm filming, I usually skip the pool and the entertainment when sailing 😅

  • @walros71
    @walros71 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Always great review videos, Kevin you have re sparked my interest to go to Bali.
    Slicing the beef seems to an on trend thing. They are doing it all over the place in Brisbane.

    • @tfft
      @tfft  หลายเดือนก่อน

      In the industry I come from, you only slice a steak if you're unsure of how to cook one lol

  • @Kevin-qn6iv
    @Kevin-qn6iv 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Cool video! Hoping to try this one day

    • @tfft
      @tfft  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Hope you can!

  • @kymmoulds
    @kymmoulds 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Great review. A BIG thumbs up.

    • @tfft
      @tfft  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks very much 🙏🏻

  • @barisduvan1455
    @barisduvan1455 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Really enjoyed this one. It will be totally different (and longer) I guess but hope you’ll make a trip report in the future on a Royal Caribbean cruise 😊

    • @tfft
      @tfft  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Curious, why would it be longer?

    • @barisduvan1455
      @barisduvan1455 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@tfft bigger ships (talking about the mega classes) comes with more facilities, entertainment areas, hospitality services etc. I mean just like Virgin you want to capture almost everything, then it will be a 1h30m video. Don’t you think?

  • @rasferrastfarian739
    @rasferrastfarian739 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I loved it! Thanks Kevin.

    • @tfft
      @tfft  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks very much 🙏🏻

  • @mominth
    @mominth 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    The crew to passenger ratio is crazy...I love mid size ships for that reason.

    • @tfft
      @tfft  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Really? I actually thought it was less staff than I was expecting lol. Similar ratio to the mega Royal Caribbean ships.

  • @lobbyrobby
    @lobbyrobby 24 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    This was excellent. I've never been on a cruise but I'm thinking about it. I'm pretty sure it'll be with Virgin. I'd be traveling alone so it seems like Virgin would be a good fit for a solo traveler.

    • @tfft
      @tfft  23 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Enjoy your trip 🗺️

  • @stockseer
    @stockseer 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Very good and accurate. I'm doing two Virgin cruises in the next 3 weeks; from Portsmouth. These will make it 4 total. You didn't mention the distinction between various Rockstar cabins; or the changed inclusions; since they no longer top-up the bar every morning. Just one set-up to start. I think you did fine about the minimalist (too small) basic cabins and bathrooms. The Rockstar suites are considerably more expansive in both regards. Also embarcation and departure easier; since not 6000 aboard (I just experienced that on MSC but thankfully was in The Yacht Club). I'm a fan of Virgin while agreeing that much of the seating isn't as comfy as others; and definitely more limited entertainment options and yes, small casino. At least it's not total bling nor water rides. Great review..enjoyed it!

    • @tfft
      @tfft  2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Well, I can only show the room I have lol Thanks for watching 🩴

    • @stockseer
      @stockseer 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@tfft I totally understand ... although I think if you told them you were doing a review maybe they'd let you video the suites when empty such as debarkation. Anyway great review!

  • @Beachdudeca
    @Beachdudeca 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Great walkthrough experience

    • @tfft
      @tfft  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks very much 🙏🏻

  • @jabbathehut656
    @jabbathehut656 12 วันที่ผ่านมา

    fantastic review. we are going on this ship in June 2025. cant wait

  • @robbiesmith79
    @robbiesmith79 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    We're sailing on the RL next month. I'd be happy to report back if anything has changed.

    • @tfft
      @tfft  หลายเดือนก่อน

      Enjoy your trip 🗺️

  • @narayanhill9832
    @narayanhill9832 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Sweet Video!! Which cruise line did u status match from and how did u do it? I just matched my Hilton Diamond status to MSC cruise line....whats my next move?

    • @tfft
      @tfft  หลายเดือนก่อน

      From Celebrity, if you just google VV's status match it's easy to find.

  • @simoncarrington3419
    @simoncarrington3419 19 วันที่ผ่านมา

    This is one of the best reviews of seen on Virgin Voyages Greek Island Glow 👍🏻 Can you please answer a couple of questions for me as I’m booked on the Resilient Lady in 2025. Firstly, if you want to leave the ship for each of the day stops in port, what time does the disembarkation start and what time do you need to be back on the ship by / what’s the last time the boats leave port to return to the ship. I ask so I can work out times to book the restaurants. And because of that, what time are last orders in the restaurants - are they the same? Thanks in advance - 😊

  • @darrenowyong1660
    @darrenowyong1660 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    8.1/10, 8.2/10 food ratings. Certainly extremely precise. 😅

    • @tfft
      @tfft  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      You gotta go with your gut! (Literally 😂)

    • @markkinarney4250
      @markkinarney4250 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I was going to say the exact same thing. 8.1, 8.2, and 8.3? Lol.

  • @paulkazzer
    @paulkazzer 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Coconut fairy bread and steak sandos. A Australian helped devise some of the food choices.

    • @tfft
      @tfft  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      So many coconut references (in the US) lately I thought this comment was going in another direction 😂🥥

  • @26markp
    @26markp 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Another excellent review. I really like your eye to detail. The food options are fantastic. But … I find the entertainment a little challenging. I was booked to go on Virgin but my cruise was cancelled. You don’t need a buffet with so many dining options!

    • @tfft
      @tfft  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks for watching 🩴

  • @Dom2b-o7c
    @Dom2b-o7c 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    This is 3rd or 4th time Virgin is featured on your channel...
    Although you made a really good review of this cruise ship there are much better cruise ships out there.
    Main problem with this or similar cruises is that they are often overcrowded and common areas are too small, like the pool you showed.
    I find it hard to believe that you enjoy this cruise so much after you visited all amazing hotels you showed us on your channel.
    Check out Explora journeys or similar cruises, it's like comparing Moxy to Regent.
    Have a great day and keep up amazing work!

    • @tfft
      @tfft  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I think you’re confusing me with another channel. I’ve been on one Virgin cruise and made this video plus a 10 min guide.
      As for enjoying it, well I suppose you can believe what you’d like 😂. As I’ve said many times, I absolutely love cruising- on any large ship- and this Virgin cruise in many ways was the best I’ve been on.
      A cruise is not a hotel just like a train is not a plane. I prefer to compare apples to apples.

    • @Dom2b-o7c
      @Dom2b-o7c 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@tfft It was in your 100k subs special also. I would definitely recommend you Explora journey if you're thinking about some new cruise, you would very much enjoy it.

  • @IceIcelce
    @IceIcelce 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Sad to see them nerf MNVV recently. Oh well, it was fun while it lasted!

    • @tfft
      @tfft  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Part of the 'we started a giant travel company during a pandemic' intro special lol

  • @druiz012
    @druiz012 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Is this your longest video to date??? Extensive and wonderful.

    • @druiz012
      @druiz012 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Btw... I'm 1/6

    • @tfft
      @tfft  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I think one or two of the other cruise videos was longer.

  • @rjwilson73
    @rjwilson73 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Epic video, Kevin though even you still can't convince me about cruises.
    Now i'm someone who plans for a living and admittedly i do run a spreadhseet for family holidays, but i'm not sure i want to be booking restaurants 45 days in advance or planning all my activities at T-minus-1. Then again, i don't score food to 1 decimal place....

    • @tfft
      @tfft  2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      You should see my packing list spreadsheet. It's... precise lol

    • @JC-vw6nr
      @JC-vw6nr หลายเดือนก่อน

      No need to book dining 45 days ahead, only 30% opens then. Another 60% opens day of sailing, and 10% left for walkins. Only entertainment you book ahead is the dinner show and fitness classes. Super chill vibe, and many crew available to assist when you board. We were not "cruisers", but booked a VV cruise out of curiosty of what Richard Branson's twist would be. We are scheduled for our 4th sailing in 2 weeks!

  • @elnamayberry
    @elnamayberry 29 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Thanks for all the info and tips! I have heard the fitness classes fill up as fast as the restaurant bookings, so wondering when you can see the class schedule and when can you book them - 45 days out or not until you are connected to the ship's WiFi?

  • @RealGaryGibson
    @RealGaryGibson 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Beautiful ship!

    • @tfft
      @tfft  2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Sure is!

  • @tommykay7427
    @tommykay7427 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    What makes Kevin soooo good in making these videos, is presentation. Virgin is HARD no for me. But Kevin changed it to...maybe. Thank you....I think.
    🤔

    • @tfft
      @tfft  2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      SOFT nos are welcome 😉

  • @thomasmooreCQ
    @thomasmooreCQ 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I'm not particularly interested in cruises but I'd be willing to give virgin voyages a try. Maybe a weekend trip out of Miami.

    • @tfft
      @tfft  2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      They'd be smart to do really reasonable 3 night turns out of Florida. Maybe offer 30% of their cruise fare back as a future cruise credit, just to ensure the 3-nighters don't turn into spring break party boats. A great way to introduce those on the fence to the experience.

    • @thomasmooreCQ
      @thomasmooreCQ 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@tfft that sounds like a good idea. Part of my lack of interest in cruises is that they don't really cater to solo travellers. Though I did hear about Norwegian's solo cabin. Viking looks interesting.

  • @kiaracansing
    @kiaracansing หลายเดือนก่อน

    Interesting.. this is the first review of the food that seems to give a low score to what others seem to give a high score.. I’m definitely looking forward to trying out Virgin

    • @tfft
      @tfft  หลายเดือนก่อน

      Uhhh… my comments about the food were overwhelmingly positive lol

    • @kiaracansing
      @kiaracansing หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@tfft yes they were.. it was just funny that some of the things in general people liked you didn’t and vice versa. I actually feel like I would agree with you more. lol!

    • @heatherlynnadams91
      @heatherlynnadams91 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I've seen others say food was "okay-to good but not great"

  • @undisgraziato
    @undisgraziato 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Every time you say that the airline, hotel or cruise line doesn’t know you. I picture Norm walking into Cheers “Hey Kevin!” 😂

    • @tfft
      @tfft  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Ah! That line is disappearing after 3 more videos... I don't want to take away your twice weekly Cheers moment! lol

    • @undisgraziato
      @undisgraziato 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@tfft 🤣🤣🤣

  • @johncorona8128
    @johncorona8128 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Amazing video as always. I’ve never been on a cruise. I’m more of a laid back, subdued, non-party person. But seeing those crowds gave me agita and confirmed that cruises are not for me. Maybe Silver Seas.

    • @tfft
      @tfft  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      To be honest, your words describe me precisely. If it wasn't for filming, I probably wouldn't have gone to a single show or group event. So, there is a spot for us as well.

  • @druiz012
    @druiz012 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Damn. Thats a long wait. Ill gladly climb up the switchbacks though. I climbed up Capri in Italy and it was worth the views. Granted not for everyone.
    Great video though! I've never been on a cruise but this could be a great add on to a larger trip for sure!

    • @tfft
      @tfft  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Yeah, I was going to the top just to get a video clip of the ship and was in no way prepared for those switchbacks haha.

  • @tommita6440
    @tommita6440 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    I’m not a cruiser, but rushing to make dining reservations sounded stressful.

    • @tfft
      @tfft  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Not any more stressful than any other reservation lol

  • @debraarmstead2576
    @debraarmstead2576 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Love your trip❤

    • @tfft
      @tfft  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks for watching 🩴

  • @kennywong544
    @kennywong544 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Kevin used to lived around 5 kbbq restaurants? California, NY or the DMV? Lol

    • @tfft
      @tfft  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      No, no and… DMVs have Korean BBQ? Lol

  • @Johnny847
    @Johnny847 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I had commented on your earlier vlog, about the cruise that we took on the Resilient Lady in March 2024. Our restaurant food was quite a bit lower quality than you what you have displayed here. Ten evenings of room temp food, is why we won't sail with Virgin again. Reviews on other websites are more similar to our experiences. Virgin ships are sailing mostly at capacity, with crew shortages causing major service issues. I suggest you sail them again, as a cruise that you took a year ago, isn't what the experience is right now.

    • @tfft
      @tfft  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks for sharing ✈️

  • @k9killer221
    @k9killer221 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    There just isn't anything to fault and everything to like.

    • @tfft
      @tfft  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Agreed!

  • @ryanh4889
    @ryanh4889 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Sounds like Santorini is an 'avoid at all costs' port of call.

    • @tfft
      @tfft  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I just read a couple days ago that the government is stepping in bc despite an insane number of cruise ships, the island itself is FAR under capacity (hotels and such) bc people are avoiding it due to over crowding. Up to 18,000 cruise pax per day. That’s more than double the day I was there.

  • @svalexanderpc
    @svalexanderpc 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    When did you sail? Entertainment isn't bookable anymore (unless it's associated with an upcharge, like Another Rose).

    • @tfft
      @tfft  2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Yah, I checked online before writing the script (bc I forgot if it was 45 days or 60 days) and everything I read online was still talking about the same policies. Even on VV’s website it’s really vague. Can’t win ‘em all.

  • @A380_Flyer
    @A380_Flyer 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Is it necessary to tip on cruises?

    • @tfft
      @tfft  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      All tips are included on Virgin. Each cruise line is different but most charge you a flat required daily fee on top of the cruise fare for tips.

  • @rwrae72
    @rwrae72 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Santorini sounds like a tourism nightmare.

    • @tfft
      @tfft  2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Quite close to it, yeah.

    • @DEAlexa
      @DEAlexa 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      We did Santorini for our honeymoon with an absolutely FANTASTIC Air B&B cave house. It was a nightmare when the cruise ships docked...the sleepy streets of Oia were suddenly packed and cacaphonous. NOT a good cruise destination!

  • @gilbertoaronson8083
    @gilbertoaronson8083 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I was expecting a better finish and a bit touch of luxury with Virgin Voyages Ships,they lack of a beautiful Atrium , the only one is very disappointing a the passage ways of the Cabins (corridors) are so plain , and while they have very cool things in Decor is also plain the eating places looks like a cafeteria and the Cabins,OMG the chairs of metal in the summer turning into Grills ,you can grilled a steak on them the cabin bathrooms are small and i had seen better ones in some hospitals , hope this can be changed for better , ships ,all of them needs a beautiful atrium as Grand entrance,it’s the first experience you are going to have when boarding a ship and first experience is all the best experience , hope you don’t get angry Mr Richard Branson , i 💕 love all the things you do , i ‘ m a big fan of your Airline and see your ships passing by my apt in South Point in Miami Beach. ,i will love to be there soon ,from now i’ll give a 7:3 to your ships , hope you can go up to 9.0 ( 10.0 will be for ultra lux)points soon

    • @tfft
      @tfft  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks for sharing ✈️

  • @gooper128
    @gooper128 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Amazing video 🎉 hope you'll do more cruises in tue future

    • @tfft
      @tfft  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      If I could learn how to do them in a much easier way, perhaps haha.

  • @rhondalyn100
    @rhondalyn100 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Wonderful video. However...the pizza, and other food items, are not "free". They are "included". There is a vast difference between the two. It is not free if you paid for it in advance. Again, this is a wonderful overview of Virgin Voyages, my fav cruise line. Thank you.

    • @tfft
      @tfft  2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Ok, well then we might as well delete the word free from English since absolutely nothing is free in that lens lol. Of course everything came from somewhere and was paid for somehow 😅

    • @rhondalyn100
      @rhondalyn100 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      @@tfft Then it wasn't "free", as you said. That is my point.

  • @yodafannie
    @yodafannie 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    What’s the point of seating that’s not comfortable. The colors are to loud. A table cloth here and there would have been nice. A nice route though.

    • @tfft
      @tfft  2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      This is definitly the anti-table cloth cruise line lol.

  • @lissamac8513
    @lissamac8513 24 วันที่ผ่านมา

    who do they loyalty match with?

    • @tfft
      @tfft  23 วันที่ผ่านมา

      All cruise lines.

  • @gunadz
    @gunadz 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    An update: included shows/entertainment are now first come first serve.

    • @tfft
      @tfft  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Oh, I’m surprised. I checked online before writing it too (didn’t remember how many days). I guess all info isn’t updated yet.

    • @gunadz
      @gunadz 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@tfft- Yeah, I was surprised too when I got on board.

  • @leneeanderson4848
    @leneeanderson4848 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I"m from Wisconsin and $9 for a beer or $11 for a mixer is an outrage!

    • @tfft
      @tfft  2 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Yes, but this cruise isn’t in Wisconsin lol.

    • @leneeanderson4848
      @leneeanderson4848 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@tfft 😆

    • @leneeanderson4848
      @leneeanderson4848 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@tfft how am I supposed to get appropriately shit-faced?!😆

    • @stevenhalley2811
      @stevenhalley2811 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      At the 2 hour free flowing sail away. I not only got shit faced but also a extra huge hangover the next day.​@@leneeanderson4848

  • @Peizxcv
    @Peizxcv 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    VIRGIN anything are always for people that values form over function.

    • @tfft
      @tfft  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Virgin Records?

    • @Peizxcv
      @Peizxcv 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@tfft Sold to UMG in 2012 and targeting the same vain people

    • @tfft
      @tfft  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      You're just a spring time breeze aren't ya?

    • @Peizxcv
      @Peizxcv 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@tfftNever heard of that expression so no idea what it means

  • @autobotdiva9268
    @autobotdiva9268 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    must be nice to do adults only cruise.......still waiting ugh

    • @tfft
      @tfft  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      You'll survive lol

  • @leegrant7588
    @leegrant7588 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I take it you didn’t go to Bodrum

    • @tfft
      @tfft  หลายเดือนก่อน

      I did, it was just neither the best or the worst lol

  • @vraellar
    @vraellar 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    It looks as if this cruise was a year ago? Why have you waited a year to upload?

    • @tfft
      @tfft  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Cruise videos take me as long as 3-4 flight/hotel videos to make, so it’s simply finding a slot in my editing a schedule to actually have time to do it.
      That said, there’s nothing that has near significantly changed since my cruise.

  • @memeranglaut
    @memeranglaut 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    As an asian introvert - cruise ships are not for me. They are interesting, but nope. However thanks for sharing this with us.

    • @tfft
      @tfft  2 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Haha no worries, to each their own. I'm actually 108% an introvert as well though- and I'd just say, I can guarantee you 70% of cruise lines are introvert friendly, in my experience it's MUCH more about the crowd on board (where they're from...) than anything else. But yeah, the reason I loved VV so much is bc I expected it to NOT be introvert friendly, but it totally was.

    • @ballyhigh11
      @ballyhigh11 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@tfft I've been considering VV for a while as a solo traveller but have been unsure due to me being very introverted too! I like being around people, but not that keen on interacting with them (I have a very mild form of autism). My impression of Virgin was that you'd sort of be dragged into partying, whether you wanted to or not. So you'd say that's not the case? Also when I dine by myself I really dislike when people at neighbouring tables feel compelled to strike up a conversation, uninvited. Did you find that happened much on the ship? Great video btw.

    • @tfft
      @tfft  2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @ballyhigh11 to me there are simply ways to avoid it. For your entertainment concern, just don’t sit in the very front. I did for Lola’s Library and was involved ever so slightly. Was sharing a table and did strike up small talk but was not the awkward kind of situation like when eating.
      In The Manor, I’d suggest sitting on the balcony. There are plenty of private little nooks to sit with great views (like I did for Another Rose). When VV first launched there was talk that they encouraged people NOT to sit up there bc they wanted everyone involved. They have realized though, it’s not one size fits all and people that want to be up there aren’t there for involvement.
      As for dinner, no I never had interactions like that. I always dine early so there are less people for filming but that also helps on the solo cruiser front as well. When I said in the video that VV has seemed to learn how to deal with all types of solo cruisers, what I specifically meant is they understand someone coming to dinner at 18:00 for a table of 1 is not there for a social experiment and they do their best to accommodate and rarely sit tables directly next to each other unless necessary. The only exception to this was at Pink Agave bc of the awkward layout of some of the banquette seating. But had I requested specifically to sit on the perimeter I’m sure they would have accommodated.
      The crowd on board has a lot to do with it too. This was mostly Americans in their 30s-50s. A progressive group that knows well to respect others’ boundaries. Other cruise lines with, shall we say, larger generational differences are when I get a lot of those awkward random conversations.

    • @tfft
      @tfft  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Also… you might really enjoy some of the Italian or German lines. On those for the most part cruising is NOT about meeting people, it’s about family vacation and everyone only stays within their own group.

    • @ballyhigh11
      @ballyhigh11 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@tfft Hey thanks for your very detailed reply! (I LOVE detail!) I think you've convinced me to go ahead and book a VV cruise :)

  • @bobbytoledoofficial8166
    @bobbytoledoofficial8166 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Just to Highlights, never ever use that glass in the cabins, I can guarantee you in about 85% most of that glass is not clean. Better ask bottle of water. Peace out.

    • @tfft
      @tfft  หลายเดือนก่อน

      Yes, living in a bubble will always be safer lol

  • @lan3235
    @lan3235 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    So glad I watched this virgin voyages looks soooo tacky and cheap looking cabins are appalling

    • @tfft
      @tfft  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      To each their own.

  • @andrewsmith1168
    @andrewsmith1168 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Worst cruise I’ve ever been on and will never go on one again with virgin.

    • @tfft
      @tfft  หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thoughtful

  • @robertbarnier45
    @robertbarnier45 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Awful. Not for me. Aussie Bob

    • @tfft
      @tfft  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      To each their own lol

  • @TheLibermania
    @TheLibermania 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    "Drinks are reasonably priced as well"
    "Beer are 7-9 $"
    That's not reasonable at all. Except they give you at least a litre of beer.

    • @tfft
      @tfft  2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Lol I don’t know where you drink but $7-9 including tax and tip is a steal compared to the vast majority of the west (and other cruise lines).

    • @TheLibermania
      @TheLibermania 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I live in Germany and in Restaurants or at concerts we get 0.5 litre for maximum (and that is stretched) 5 €. Good beer and not 39 ct beers from a store.

    • @stevenhalley2811
      @stevenhalley2811 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      ​@@tfftI actually scored some random free drinks from the crew just for being. me & I thought that was very nice. Also discount for beers by the bucket