blueshift22

Great review. I appreciate how you contrasted what you expected vs. what you actually experienced throughout. You also did a great job of conveying the unique social intimacy that the ship's spaces manage to create. After hearing multiple members of their top-notch crew discuss how much it means to them that there exists no rank-induced status among the crew - and how the uniforms are a key part of creating that environment - I can't agree with you that the uniforms/ranks should be visible. However, I will enthusastically agree with you that having another pool at the Athletic Club in the aft would make a great ship even better. I've sailed aboard Scarlet Lady three times now and I can say that Virgin has created the near-perfect cruise product for me.