Set Sail on the Scarlet Lady JENNIFER DONCSECZ, CTIE PRESIDENT, VIP VACATIONS INC CERTIFIED TRAVEL INDUSTRY EXECUTIVE
What if there was a cruise line that didn't require a "formal dress night" or have set dining times with assigned seating among strangers, and there were no buffets? What if specialty dining at unique restaurants was included, and it was an adults-only cruise? These are the questions that Sir Richard Branson wanted to tackle when creating his new cruise line. He has definitely rocked the boat with his brand new Virgin Voyages, which set sail in the fall of 2021. This adults-only cruise line provides 20 restaurants and none of which feature buffet-style dining. All meals are included with each Virgin Voyages fare, so there aren't any surprises with the bill. There are a variety of late-night dining options, as well as high-end experiences. There are no set dining times, no forced group dining, and the cruise fare includes wifi and gratuities. This past fall, the first ship to launch was the Scarlet Lady, which has 1330 cabins plus 78 rock star suites. Branson also added a tech experience to this cruise line, with an easy-to-use wristband that is the key to your cabin, as well as what you use to purchase drinks and excursions. There is also a convenient app that allows cruisers to purchase tours, reserve dining times, book show tickets, communicate with guest services, and keep an eye on the onboard spending tab.
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