Live - Valiant Lady Dec 2-10

[ceilidh1]

I’ve walked past this ever day, initially I thought it was some quirky coffee shop but judging by the lines every time I pass by, it has to be more than that! 

[ceilidh1]

My plan this morning was to walk to Mary Brickell village and window shop. Since I had time to kill, I took a different route from the hotel and that paid off big time! I came across a cute little park that reminded me of a dollhouse sized version of Stanley park! It had a welcome centre but I didn’t feel like peopleing so chose to just walk through and enjoy the solitude. It was so peaceful!

[ceilidh1]

Once I had my fill of solitude, I crossed Miami ave and decided to continue on past Brickell ave to the water. Once again, this turned out to be a better option than looking at stores that contain items equal to my paycheque!

[ceilidh1]

It’s a scorcher out there today! Back at the hotel now and packing the last of my stuff before heading down to the lobby. Planning on ordering the Uber around noon. Hopefully by the time it gets to me, gets to the port, and I drop my case it will be pretty close to my designated arrival time!

[MeganGC1983]

Happy cruise day!! 🎊🏝🚢

[SenatorsFan]

Have fun!🛳️😀🥂

[ceilidh1]

Bag dropped. Deep Blue Extras checked. In priority line for check in and boarding. Woot!

[ceilidh1]

[ceilidh1]

I will say, it’s not that busy right now but staff seem overly confused. I was pretty much escorted through to priority but others are being turned away and told they’re too early. I’m keeping my head down and not making eye contact 🤣

[ceilidh1]

I’m still yet to figure out why virgin, who has a beautiful big new terminal, insists on having people line up outside. Why? I get not allowing people to board until later but why aren’t the lines inside? Anyone know? This whole outside thing just causes confusion and congestion. What is the terminal even used for?

[ceilidh1]

1:15. Headed inside 

[ceilidh1]

All checked in! Boarding now

[ceilidh1]

The app is already crapping out

[ceilidh1]

Success! Connected to wifi and booked all the bits and bobs I wanted! @MeganGC1983 this one’s for you!

[ceilidh1]

Sea Terrace deck 14 mid

[ceilidh1]

[MeganGC1983]

11 minutes ago, ceilidh1 said:

Success! Connected to wifi and booked all the bits and bobs I wanted! @MeganGC1983 this one’s for you!

YES! Wish I was there! 

[ceilidh1]

[ceilidh1]

Just met Stuart…who is actually Ana-Mae and her assistant Carl!

[ceilidh1]

In my happy place. Or at least I will be if I can find someone to get me a beer and snacks!

[ceilidh1]

I noticed all my loot and bar tab disappeared but this appeared in its place!

[ceilidh1]

The cruise has officially begun! First beer and snacks at the Dock. My fave place onboard!

[CineGraphic]

1 hour ago, ceilidh1 said:

 

This is so much more welcoming compared to the other lines who simply list an un-hosted solo meet-up in one of the lounges. It's a wonderful reminder of why we love VV so much.

[ceilidh1]

Just had a bit of a freak out as I realized my final payment for NCL April cruise was due today! Rushed back to the room to pay it. All good again! Headed to mustard now, then the solo meet up followed by solo dinner at Razzle dazzle followed by grog walk followed by PJ party. I’m exhausted! 

[Margin Walker]

8 hours ago, ceilidh1 said:

It’s a scorcher out there today! Back at the hotel now and packing the last of my stuff before heading down to the lobby. Planning on ordering the Uber around noon. Hopefully by the time it gets to me, gets to the port, and I drop my case it will be pretty close to my designated arrival time!

I live in Miami. 
 

The Feels Like temperature is like this 10 months out of the year.  
 

Looking forward to lots of photos and reviews of your cruise as I’ve never cruised VV. So far it’s only been photos of my back yard!

 

Enjoy the trip.