Such an awesome trip that we're planning our next one!

Valiant Lady Cruise Review to Caribbean

Cruises: 7+ cruises
Review: 1
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Overall rating:

5 out of 5
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Valiant Lady

8 Night From San Juan To Miami (San Juan To Miami)

Sail date: March 23, 2024

Ship: Valiant Lady

Cabin type: Suite

Cabin number: 14261Z

Traveled as: Couple

Reviewed: 8 months ago

Review summary

We loved our cruise on Virgin Voyages - so much so that we're planning our next one for 2025! This "adults only" cruise concept is great - not that there's anything wrong with having kids on a cruise - heck my wife and I have cruised with our kids many times and had a wonderful vacation. It's just that it's a different vibe, and the fact that Virgin Voyages recognizes that sometimes folks just need something different, and just to be around other adults. It changes the experience immensely.

Embarkation

5 out of 5
Hassle Free and Easy Embarkation in San Juan

Ship experiences

Food and Dining

5 out of 5
The way Virgin Voyages offers all of the different dining options and restaurants which are all included, made for such a unique experience compared to other lines - I didn't miss the "main dining room" concept whatsoever! Also, "The Galley" (kinda like a buffet) had so many diverse options - you can't go wrong. Also sodas included - way different than other lines. Bravo!

Onboard Activities

5 out of 5
From the trivia to shows - so many different options for activities, or just to hang out and do your own thing. There was always something to do. Plus - the "social club" with so many board games, retro video games, air hockey - what a fun area!

Entertainment

5 out of 5
No challenges getting a seat in any of the shows (just show up 15 mins early) - you can tell they put a lot of thought into their performances and entertainers! Quality shows all around. (or favorite is "Miss Behave Show")

Children's Programs

Virgin Voyages is for adults

Service and Staff

5 out of 5
Service was top notch - you could tell that from the waiters, to the stewards, to the "Happenings Cast" (no one cruise director - instead a team of folks). We were so "wow"ed by the service, we will definitely be back!

Ship Quality

5 out of 5
Valiant Lady is a beautiful ship - with lots of smaller hidden gems / venues / rooms - made things feel like you could just kinda find your own spot and chill. Didn't notice any crowds whatsoever.

Cabin / Stateroom

5 out of 5
Rockstar Suite - the Brilliant Suite was spacious and well laid out, super duper comfy bed, etc. if you're on the fence about booking, don't hesitate, just do it, it's so worth the extra $

Ship tip

Super Easy to navigate the ship once you got the "flow" Just download the deck map in advance to study a bit as that made things a bit easier.

Ports of call

San Juan, Puerto Rico

5 out of 5
Take a day to explore Old San Juan - it's worth it

Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic

5 out of 5
There's a resort-type area right next to the dock - could hang out there all day just by itself! We did the Damajagua Waterfall tour here - SOOOO fun!

Grand Turk Island

5 out of 5
We went snorkeling here - water was super clear and crystal blue!

Nassau, Bahamas

5 out of 5
Busy Cruise port so things were a bit crowded at the port, but so many options to explore Nassau. Good port

The Beach Club (Virgin Voyages), Bimini Bahamas

5 out of 5
You will absolutely love your day at Beach Club in Bimini - either relaxing by the ocean or partying by the pool - such an awesome day

Miami, Florida

5 out of 5
V terminal in Miami rocks!

Disembarkation

5 out of 5
I'd say 20 mins or less on disembarkation. Super easy/convenient!
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8 Comments

MarkXDStops     4 months ago

Great review! Excellent details are very helpful to cruisers interested in what makes a ship or a cruiseline different. You do that well.

MzMoniqueRenee     6 months ago

Yezz!! Glad you a had a awesome cruise experience.

SEASTHEDAY525     7 months ago

What a very well detailed review Sounds like a great ship Thanks for your information

Gwbigdog     8 months ago

Thanks for sharing

javawoody     8 months ago

Thanks for sharing your wonderful Cruise experience

bubbles60     8 months ago

Glad you had a good trip.

cruising2004     8 months ago

Glad you had a fantastic time! Thank you for your review and enjoy your cruise next year.

HeavySeas     8 months ago

Awesome.....thanks for sharing and glad you enjoyed your cruise