Biker19 Posted January 16, 2021 #751 Share Posted January 16, 2021 The progress on the terminal can sometimes be seen on the POM web cam - the camera usually follows ships turning around in the basin near the future Virgin terminal. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
garymfreedman Posted January 31, 2021 #752 Share Posted January 31, 2021 I don't see Virgin Voyages on the latest status of cruising list... https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/travelers/crew-disembarkations-commercial-travel.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Biker19 Posted February 5, 2021 #753 Share Posted February 5, 2021 On 2/1/2021 at 3:59 AM, garymfreedman said: I don't see Virgin Voyages on the latest status of cruising list Very few, if any, ships were added to the list if the ship was not already in/near US waters. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
garymfreedman Posted February 10, 2021 #754 Share Posted February 10, 2021 Virgin extended their "SALE" through the end of March, instead of Feb 9th. Must not be going smooth sailing for pre bookings... Glad I held off. Now I have another month to decide for a second voyage or not. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CroozFanatic Posted February 11, 2021 #755 Share Posted February 11, 2021 Scarlet Lady is on the website for May 2022 - early November 2022. Prices...not so good. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
garymfreedman Posted February 12, 2021 #756 Share Posted February 12, 2021 13 hours ago, CroozFanatic said: Scarlet Lady is on the website for May 2022 - early November 2022. Prices...not so good. You mean Valiant Lady-Scarlett lady sets sail this May..I am on her in June Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CroozFanatic Posted February 12, 2021 #757 Share Posted February 12, 2021 7 hours ago, garymfreedman said: You mean Valiant Lady-Scarlett lady sets sail this May..I am on her in June I should have been more clear. Scarlet Lady was posted for May 2021 - April 2022....yesterday, they released May 2022 - November 2022 for booking. The prices are 20-30% higher. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Biker19 Posted February 12, 2021 #758 Share Posted February 12, 2021 Virgin Voyages today announced the launch of its new “Shipload of Love” commitment, giving away 2,021 cruises on the new Scarlet Lady. Virgin said in a press release that this initiative is meant to pay tribute to "those who have impacted our lives in a meaningful way," with nominations set to open soon for those that may be deserving of a free trip. Entrants will be asked to submit a short video on the Shipload of Love website, sharing their personal nomination and demonstrating why their nominee should sail on the Shipload of Love. Virgin will open up the first 1,000 nominations this Sunday, Feb. 14. Shipload of Love will formally launch on Valentine’s Day, also coinciding with the one-year anniversary of the delivery of the brand's first ship, the Scarlet Lady, which is slated to start service this coming May. "No good deed is too small, and no individual is to be overlooked," the company said. "Love and beauty exist in the eye of the beholder, including our unsung heroes, who have shown us that their embrace makes the world a better place. To honor the personal heroes that exist in our lives in a multitude of ways, Virgin Voyages is giving away a real Shipload of Love, starting with an open call to nominate a person who has inspired you, cared for you and helped you to navigate this past year for the vacation of a lifetime." Submissions will be accepted through March 16, 2021. In addition to submitting a video on the Virgin Voyages website, participants are also encouraged to share the love across their social channels. Virgin said it will soon have news on its third newbuild unveiling her name and new itineraries early in 2021 as well as news on the fleet Guardian and Spirit. https://www.cruiseindustrynews.com/cruise-news/24358-virgin-voyages-giving-away-2-021-free-cruises.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
garymfreedman Posted February 27, 2021 #759 Share Posted February 27, 2021 Our wifi looks promising: https://finance.yahoo.com/news/ses-networks-power-ultimate-guest-075000530.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Biker19 Posted February 28, 2021 #760 Share Posted February 28, 2021 ^ same O3B connection RCI uses on many of its ships, much better than other solutions. Of course we don't know yet what each individual connection download speed will be. RCI throttles their higher tier connection to about 4 Mbps. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CroozFanatic Posted March 8, 2021 #761 Share Posted March 8, 2021 Website down, but it says this... Pop by later to see exactly why. Trust us, it'll be worth it. Probably something to do with "SHIP 3...coming tomorrow" (posted yesterday) that is in the Twitter feed. Maybe it's Richard Branson's commentary on the Harry and Meghan interview....hahaha, I make myself laugh!! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Biker19 Posted March 13, 2021 #762 Share Posted March 13, 2021 It looks like Valiant Lady is out for her sea trials. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
need2cruisesoon Posted March 13, 2021 #763 Share Posted March 13, 2021 11 hours ago, Biker19 said: It looks like Valiant Lady is out for her sea trials. Valiant Lady Fincantieri, Monfalcone Italy. March 12th. Photo Credit: Fincantieri FB Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chloe173 Posted March 15, 2021 #764 Share Posted March 15, 2021 I'm (fingers crossed) on the July 28th sailing, in a rockstar cabin, which means that as of today Shore Things were supposed to be bookable for me. And they were...kinda. The app showed 3 options for Miami (all post-cruise), 8 in Key West, and 4 in Bimini. SIGNIFICANTLY fewer than they list on the website where they have 9 in Miami, 27 in Key West, and 11 in Bimini. I ended up calling, and they were able to book me the Rockstar Cabana I was wanting on Bimini, which wasn't showing up as an option on the app (but is on the shore excursions page). I also asked when restaurant and show reservations would be available for rockstars, and they told me that they would no longer be doing ANY pre-booking for restaurants or show, and that all onboard reservations would happen only once onboard. 😮 Did they fire their app developer or something?? Seems like those of us who are after specific reservations are going to do have to do the mad-dash thing once onboard...not really the most relaxing way to start off a vacation. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
garymfreedman Posted March 16, 2021 #765 Share Posted March 16, 2021 2 hours ago, chloe173 said: I'm (fingers crossed) on the July 28th sailing, in a rockstar cabin, which means that as of today Shore Things were supposed to be bookable for me. And they were...kinda. The app showed 3 options for Miami (all post-cruise), 8 in Key West, and 4 in Bimini. SIGNIFICANTLY fewer than they list on the website where they have 9 in Miami, 27 in Key West, and 11 in Bimini. I ended up calling, and they were able to book me the Rockstar Cabana I was wanting on Bimini, which wasn't showing up as an option on the app (but is on the shore excursions page). I also asked when restaurant and show reservations would be available for rockstars, and they told me that they would no longer be doing ANY pre-booking for restaurants or show, and that all onboard reservations would happen only once onboard. 😮 Did they fire their app developer or something?? Seems like those of us who are after specific reservations are going to do have to do the mad-dash thing once onboard...not really the most relaxing way to start off a vacation. I am not surprised. And did they communicate that with all of us?..Nooooo. Virgin has been horrible at communication since day 1. Their website and app have SUCKED since day 1, and still do.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CroozFanatic Posted March 16, 2021 #766 Share Posted March 16, 2021 Vaccine required...crew and guests! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cathysue62 Posted March 16, 2021 #767 Share Posted March 16, 2021 3 hours ago, CroozFanatic said: Vaccine required...crew and guests! Very smart move on Virgin Voyages' part. If the CDC guidelines for those who are fully vaccinated stay as they are today - then the crew will not necessarily have to play "mask police". Additionally, if VV mandates vaccines -- following the current US government/CDC's current strong reccomendation -- it will be easier to get approval to sail and start bringing in revenue. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kdiamond55 Posted March 16, 2021 #768 Share Posted March 16, 2021 How far in advance can you book the Bimini cabana? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mnocket Posted March 16, 2021 #769 Share Posted March 16, 2021 19 hours ago, chloe173 said: . The app showed 3 options for Miami (all post-cruise), 8 in Key West, and 4 in Bimini. Isn't VV affected by the cruise ship limitations in Key West? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gkbiiii Posted March 16, 2021 #770 Share Posted March 16, 2021 4 hours ago, mnocket said: Isn't VV affected by the cruise ship limitations in Key West? Yes baby, Richard is limited! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mediterranean_Honeymooner Posted April 10, 2021 #771 Share Posted April 10, 2021 On 3/16/2021 at 1:52 PM, mnocket said: Isn't VV affected by the cruise ship limitations in Key West? I’m wondering if they won’t sail at full capacity and therefore may be eligible to go to Key West? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
garymfreedman Posted April 14, 2021 #772 Share Posted April 14, 2021 For once the Senators are doing something productive: Working at overiding CDC to resume sailing: https://www.cnbc.com/2021/04/13/senators-push-for-reopening-of-international-travel-lift-of-cdcs-sailing-ban-.html 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Biker19 Posted May 4, 2021 #773 Share Posted May 4, 2021 Looks like Scarlet Lady is moving on from her home for the past few months. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CroozFanatic Posted May 9, 2021 #774 Share Posted May 9, 2021 It is always a value proposition... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
garymfreedman Posted May 9, 2021 #775 Share Posted May 9, 2021 Good video. ENOUGH WITH THE POOLS ALREADY! The pools are not changing. Done. Move on.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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