Virgin Voyages Valiant Lady: Embarkation Day & First Impressions!
Join us for the first three days of our adventure on Virgin Voyages Valiant Lady since she had her recent dry dock refurbishment! 🚢✨ We’re boarding the stunning Valiant Lady in Barcelona and diving straight into the unique atmosphere that everyone is talking about. This isn't just a boarding day vlog—we’re taking you through our first 72 hours on board, including the embarkation process, our first sea days, and our honest initial impressions of the food, entertainment, and the ship's bold design. Is Virgin Voyages really a game-changer for cruising? We’re sharing the highs, the lows, and everything in between as we settle in for our week at sea. In this video: Day 1: Embarkation in Portsmouth & First Impressions Day 2 & 3: Exploring Valiant Lady & Life at Sea Testing the unique dining & entertainment options Our honest thoughts after 3 days on board If you’re enjoying the series so far, please give this video a thumbs up and subscribe to Get Lost With Ben & Gareth so you don't miss the rest of our Virgin Voyages journey! #VirginVoyages #ValiantLady #CruiseVlog #CruiseLife #TravelVlog #VirginVoyagesReview 00:00 – Welcome to Barcelona! Boarding Valiant Lady 01:31 – Embarkation & First Impressions 02:22 – Exploring the Ship's New Look (The Roundabout) 03:00 – Cabin Tour & Balcony Views 04:00 – Lunch at The Dock: Is the food better? 05:50 – Sail Away Party & Poolside Vibes 07:46 – Dinner at Pink Agave (Mexican Cuisine) 09:27 – First Look at the New Restaurant: Arat 10:36 – The Grog Walk & Pajama Party 11:23 – Day 2: Arriving in Villefranche-sur-Mer 12:37 – Tendering to Shore: Tips & How to Book 14:58 – Exploring the French Riviera (Villefranche) 16:30 – Retro Arcade & Blue Extras Perks 17:33 – Cocktail Party & Lift Refit 18:05 – Dinner at Arat: Honest Review 20:13 – Evening Entertainment: The Magnets 22:33 – Day 3: Gateway to Rome (Civitavecchia) 23:40 – Poolside Relaxation & No Towel Hogging! 25:28 – Why We Love the Virgin Voyages Dress Code 26:32 – Lunch at The Galley (Burger Bar) 27:43 – Shake for Champagne: Does it work? 29:02 – Test Kitchen Experience: Menu C 31:34 – Nightlife & "Around the World with the Diva" 32:45 – Final Thoughts & What’s Next