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10 hours ago, Db85 said:

I thought if you gave them cash they would put it in their pocket and not tell anyone! I didn't realize they would have to share or pay tax!!!!

 

We gave the rockstar agent last time $100 and thought she would keep it.

 

We booked another cruise for February and was going to bring cash for tips again but now not sure...... has anyone else heard of Virgin being strict with sharing or tax paying?

Not sure about VV, but Sandals employees can be fired for accepting tips. 

9 hours ago, Lustate said:

Just buy a nice Chilli branded water bottle or a VV branded one on the ship in the shop in deck 6. That way you can also use it at home saving even more pointless plastics being made. A water filter at home (jug or fitted as a tap) is also a cheap investment longer term to help the planet.
 

Reusing plastic bottle that are not designed to be reused is not good for people, as the bottles leak micro-plastics which you drink, plus other chemicals. 
 

problem solved. 
 

Best wishes 

Rob

Let me clear this up. we use a filtered water pitcher at home and refill water bottles only for bed time. we are very ecological and regularly recycle. 

Thanks for clearing that up, will bring some empty plastic water bottles. We like bottled water next to the bed, not glass. 

19 hours ago, cantgetin said:

There are definitely bottles and cans for sale.

The website says there are no single serve bottles allowed. We were told to bring our own plastic water bottles to refill around the ship. It also says there are only pitchers of water in the cabins. So this is good news.

I understand there are no single serving bottles or cans, so everything must be on tap. What beers do VV carry? I am not a big fan of IPA beers, especially dark or fruity. Does VV carry anything like Stella? 

Google says the current weather in DR is 86 in the day to 70 a night.. The 56 is misleading probably part of the Florida cold front. It is never or hardly ever below 65 in the Caribbean. 

Thank you so much for this post. We are sailing Scarlett Lady 1/14-1/22 and are very excited. We had no idea about the VIP program and followed through on one of the links. We are VIP Platinum on CCL with 15 cruises. We entered our info, took a screen shot of my status and submitted it yesterday. this morning I get an email from VV saying ahoy Sea rover. There are many valuable perks including expedited boarding. Here is the list of perks copied 

• Enhanced Boarding:
  A dedicated line at embarkation awaits you at the terminal

• Shake for Champagne
  Shake, and cheers, because a bottle of Moët & Chandon is on us

• Unlimited Premium Wifi (where available)
  If you can dream it, we can stream with access to our premium wifi

• Dedicated Sailor Services Support On Board
  For any and all of your needs, you'll have access to a dedicated agent

• An Exclusive Sailaway Hour
  A special experience for those with Deep Blue Extras.

• Laundry Service
  Two pressed items, One eco-cleaned item, and a bag of laundry — on us

• $10 daily credit for specialty coffee per cabin
  Because you deserve to be glamorously caffeinated for everything you’ve got planned

Unlocking more during Red Hot Booking Bonus Months
Your second perk is access to amazing rewards when you book during our Red Hot Booking Bonus Months — which celebrates you for booking a new paid sailing in 2022 by giving you exclusive onboard credit, token accelerators for every dollar you spend and guaranteeing you the highest benefits in 2023, and a chance to win epic Virgin Group Travel Giveaways.
 

We understand that your loyalty to another cruise line is important, and we’re so grateful that you’re giving us the opportunity to Match and Sea More. We can’t wait to sea you on board soon — treating you with all your incredible new perks and exploring the world The Virgin Way.

Cheers,

Voyage Services Crew

On 12/4/2022 at 11:30 AM, Cloud9 Bob said:

I sailed Scarlet Lady last June and the seas were as calm as can be. I'd like to hear from sailors on all VV ships if you have had any really rough seas during your cruise? Where and how long did it last?

As a Captain and an experienced sailor, it is impossible to know sea state, except a few days in advance, go to windguru.com

Thank you all, guess we’ll have to adjust accordingly. Usually staying on land in Europe we eat between 9-10, quite usually for Europe 

Are there any river cruises that do not have set meal times, not our favorite. We were sold on AMA until we learned dinner was at 7 for everyone. Any suggestions for a river cruise with more liberal meal times? 

On 10/23/2020 at 7:35 PM, beshears said:

Yes, my family LOVES cruising, and I am "thinking" of an All Inclusive in St. Lucia, but I am STILL holding out for Carnival or maybe another cruise line, but not Norwegian. I just love stopping at the ports, and that would make a big difference, so time will tell.

Why anyone would choose a cruise over an A.I. In this virus situation is beyond me. 400 people on 500 acres or 4000 people on 1000’.  As I am on Sandals FB page, the resorts are open and operating with protocols. Some island are easier to get in than others, check the State Department website. 

No, you can not cash it out, it’s “on board” credit, not an ATM

Cruising is up to the cruise lines, not the White House. 

Impossible to do the PCR has the results take way to long. We are going to Jamaica in December and we have to be tested 2-10 days before arriving. A few badly infected states have stricter entry restrictions, like NY, Texas and Florida.

If my math is correct and they can do the test in 15 minutes, 3,000 tests would take 45,000 minutes or 750 hours, even a 5 minute test would be 250 hours. 

Professionally non committal 

BVI did not say cruise ships are welcome. They have stringent testing procedures and in some cases quarantine. I doubt they will let 3,000 people into the BVI all at once.

They are also showing September sailings, which we know are not real, October is somewhat doubtful as well

The only mask shortage are N 95, standard paper and cloth are plentiful

Is this a free or pay venue?

Touché’ 

If you like diving or snorkeling ABC’s are the best. I could totally do without the Dominican Republic 

16 minutes ago, skridge said:

Many believe that Carnival has enough money to continue this in perpetuity.  I hope they can make it out of this solvent.

You do know what perpetuity is? 

In the U.S.? Doubtful many Caribbean islands will still have limited entry requirements, not set up for 1000’s entering at once

5 hours ago, Mary229 said:

The CEO said in an interview this week that they will provide details when the CDC offers any suggestions.  Obviously the CDC has decided the cruise lines aren't worthy of a moment's consideration

Come on man, nothing nefarious, if they knew more, they would have better guidelines