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I've spent more than 100 weeks at sea cruising, but my first Virgin Voyage was different from any other. Here are 12 things that surprised me.

Lori A. MayJan 7, 2023, 17:03 IST

In 2022, I boarded Virgin Voyages for the first time.Lori A. May

  • I'm a seasoned cruiser who just went on my first Virgin Voyages cruise on the Scarlet Lady.
  • Many things surprised me on the 5-night, adults-only cruise sailing from Miami to the Caribbean.
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I'm an avid cruiser who has spent more than 100 weeks at sea on various lines. But until this past summer, I hadn't tried the adults-only Virgin Voyages.

I sailed on Scarlet Lady for my first Virgin Voyage cruise.Lori A. May

Instead of a typical room key card, I was surprised that all guests receive a personalized tech wearable.

Wearing my band.Lori A. May
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While I've stayed in balcony cabins on cruises before, this was my first one that came with a hammock.

My balcony hammock.Lori A. May

I knew the pool deck would be a focal point, but I was shocked by how many poolside loungers were readily available.

Free-to-use daybeds line the main pool on Scarlet Lady.Lori A. May
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The main pool was smaller than I expected it to be.

The main pool on Scarlet Lady.Lori A. May

I was also surprised and excited that both pools stayed open really late.

A pool at night.Lori A. May
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I loved that there was a wellness vibe to my cruise, and I noticed amenities I've never seen on other ships.

The boxing ring on Scarlet Lady.Lori A. May

Yet with so many wellness activities, I was pleasantly surprised that the cruise didn't take itself too seriously.

I joined a retro 80s workout.Lori A. May
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Despite so many mouthwatering dining options, I surprised myself by reaching for smart food options.

My avocado toast at Razzle Dazzle.Lori A. May

As a cruise fan, it was a huge surprise to learn Virgin Voyages does not have a buffet. Instead, there's The Galley, a 24-hour eatery.

Inside The Galley.Lori A. May
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My sailing was also the first time I ever spent time in a cruise ship arcade.

Retro arcade games inside The Social Club arcade.Lori A. May

I loved how Scarlet Lady's nightlife differed from so many other cruise experiences.

I had fun dancing at the disco club at night.Lori A. May
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I thought the most surprising entertainment option on Virgin Voyages was an interactive sex therapy show.

I sat in the audience for the sex therapy show, Never Sleep Alone.Lori A. May

What mostly surprised me about my Virgin Voyages sailing was how just about everything was designed to ensure adults felt playful. I can't wait to sail with them again.

I plan to sail with Virgin Voyages again.Lori A. May
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