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TALK VIRGIN TO ME episodes
- Virgin Voyages Festival of Senses 2026: Food & Drinks You Must Try
Kelly and I recently experienced the Virgin Voyages Festival of Senses 2026, and in this episode, we’re sharing everything we ate during the cruise! From our favorite dishes and specialty menus to the restaurants and dining experiences you shouldn’t miss, we’re giving you our honest opinions and recommendations.
We’ll tell you which Festival of Senses food was worth trying, which dishes stood out, where you need to eat onboard, and what we would order again. We also share helpful Virgin Voyages dining tips so you can plan your meals and make the most of your cruise.
If you’re researching the Virgin Voyages Festival of Senses, planning your first Virgin Voyages cruise, or trying to decide which restaurants and dishes to add to your list, this episode is for you. Listen to our firsthand Festival of Senses 2026 review before your next sailing!
In this episode, we cover:
* Our Virgin Voyages Festival of Senses 2026 experience
* The best food and must-try dishes
* Our favorite meals from the cruise
* Virgin Voyages restaurants you need to visit
* Specialty menus and unique dining experiences
* What we loved and what we would order again
* Helpful Virgin Voyages food and dining tips
Ready to plan your own Virgin Voyages cruise? Fabulous Adventures Travel has been a Top 10 Virgin Voyages agency for four consecutive years, and our team has sailed more than 50 times across the Virgin Voyages fleet. Contact us for firsthand advice, expert planning, and help finding the perfect voyage.
Ready to Sail? Get a deal here!
Join us for Girls Gone Cruisin' 2026 & 2027! Click here: https://fabulousadventurestravel.com/girls-gone-crusin/
Shop Virgin Voyages essentials! Click here
Join my Facebook Group:https://www.facebook.com/groups/virginvoyagestipsanddeals
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- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FabulousAdventurestravelcompany
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/samanthastravels
48 min - BIG Virgin Voyages Updates: MNVV Changes, New Food & 2028 Cruises
Virgin Voyages has some BIG updates, and we’re breaking down everything sailors need to know!
In this episode of Talk Virgin to Me, Samantha and Kelly from Fabulous Adventures Travel are talking about the latest Virgin Voyages news, changes, new onboard experiences, and newly released 2028 itineraries.
🍸 NEW EAT & DRINK EXPERIENCES
We’re diving into the Virgin Voyages Eat & Drink Festival, including new food and drink experiences, sensory dining, the returning secret speakeasy, new menu offerings at The Wake and The Dock House, Color Me Curious at Extra Virgin, beer tastings, and more.
🚨 MNVV CHANGES
Virgin Voyages has made important changes to My Next Virgin Voyage (MNVV) offers. We break down what has changed, including the new restrictions on name changes, what that means for transferring an MNVV, and another major change Virgin says is coming.
🌍 NEW VIRGIN VOYAGES 2028 ITINERARIES
Virgin Voyages has released exciting new European sailings for 2028, including:
⚓ Western Europe: Barcelona to Amsterdam
⚓ Scandinavia & Stockholm Overnight
⚓ Norwegian Fjords
⚓ Scandinavia & Hamburg
⚓ Arctic Circle & Norwegian Fjords
We’re talking about the new ports, pricing, available offers, and why some of these sailings may be worth booking sooner rather than waiting.If you love Virgin Voyages or are thinking about taking your first sailing, subscribe to Talk Virgin to Me for Virgin Voyages news, cruise tips, deals, reviews, itinerary updates, and everything you need to know before getting onboard!
TOPICS IN THIS EPISODE:
Virgin Voyages updates
Virgin Voyages 2026 news
MNVV changes
My Next Virgin Voyage
Virgin Voyages Eat & Drink Festival
Virgin Voyages food
Virgin Voyages restaurants
Virgin Voyages speakeasy
Virgin Voyages 2028
Virgin Voyages Europe
Virgin Voyages Scandinavia
Virgin Voyages Norwegian Fjords
Virgin Voyages Arctic Circle
Virgin Voyages cruise deals
Virgin Voyages tips
👇 Tell us in the comments: Which Virgin Voyages update are you MOST excited about, the new food and drink experiences or the new 2028 itineraries?
Ready to Sail? Get a deal here!
Join us for Girls Gone Cruisin' 2026 & 2027! Click here: https://fabulousadventurestravel.com/girls-gone-crusin/
Shop Virgin Voyages essentials! Click here
Join my Facebook Group:https://www.facebook.com/groups/virginvoyagestipsanddeals
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- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/samanthastravels
#VirginVoyages #VirginVoyagesCruise #CruiseNews #CruiseTips #VirginVoyages2028 #NorwegianFjords #TalkVirginToMe
27 min - We NEVER Made It to the Glacier…| Virgin Voyages Alaska Review (Part 2)
Planning a Virgin Voyages Alaskan cruise? Grab your favorite drink and come hang out with us as we kick off Part 1 of our Alaska adventure!
In this episode, we’re sailing from Seattle through the breathtaking Inside Passage and into Ketchikan, sharing the moments that had us saying, “Well… that wasn’t in the itinerary.”
We’re talking Seattle embarkation, whale sightings, bald eagles, sea otters, Alaska wildlife, our excursion getting canceled twice, trying the famous Duck Fart shot, exploring Creek Street, hunting down lunch in Ketchikan, and how one unexpected change turned into one of our favorite days of the entire cruise!
In this episode we cover:
• Seattle before your cruise
• Embarkation with Virgin Voyages
• Cruising the Inside Passage
• Whale watching and Alaska wildlife
• Bald eagles, sea otters, porpoises, and incredible scenery
• Alaska-exclusive entertainment onboard
• Ketchikan travel tips
• What to do if your excursion falls apart
• Booking an independent whale watching excursion
• Eagle One Enterprises review
• Creek Street
• Where we ate in Ketchikan
• The legendary Duck Fart shot
• Planning tips for your own Alaska cruise
Whether you’re already booked on Virgin Voyages’ Alaska: Inside Passage & Glacial Fjords itinerary or you’re still deciding if Alaska is your next adventure, we hope this episode helps you plan smarter, laugh a little harder, and make the most of every port!
Ready to Sail? Get a deal here!
Join us for Girls Gone Cruisin' 2026 & 2027! Click here: https://fabulousadventurestravel.com/girls-gone-crusin/
Shop Virgin Voyages essentials! Click here
Join my Facebook Group:https://www.facebook.com/groups/virginvoyagestipsanddeals
Follow me on Social Media:
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FabulousAdventurestravelcompany
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/samanthastravels
34 min - Virgin Voyages Alaska: Inside Passage & Glacial Fjords | We Had a Plan… Ketchikan Had Other Ideas
Planning a Virgin Voyages Alaskan cruise? Grab your favorite drink and come hang out with us as we kick off Part 1 of our Alaska adventure!
In this episode, we’re sailing from Seattle through the breathtaking Inside Passage and into Ketchikan, sharing the moments that had us saying, “Well… that wasn’t in the itinerary.”
We’re talking Seattle embarkation, whale sightings, bald eagles, sea otters, Alaska wildlife, our excursion getting canceled twice, trying the famous Duck Fart shot, exploring Creek Street, hunting down lunch in Ketchikan, and how one unexpected change turned into one of our favorite days of the entire cruise!
In this episode we cover:
• Seattle before your cruise
• Embarkation with Virgin Voyages
• Cruising the Inside Passage
• Whale watching and Alaska wildlife
• Bald eagles, sea otters, porpoises, and incredible scenery
• Alaska-exclusive entertainment onboard
• Ketchikan travel tips
• What to do if your excursion falls apart
• Booking an independent whale watching excursion
• Eagle One Enterprises review
• Creek Street
• Where we ate in Ketchikan
• The legendary Duck Fart shot
• Planning tips for your own Alaska cruise
Whether you’re already booked on Virgin Voyages’ Alaska: Inside Passage & Glacial Fjords itinerary or you’re still deciding if Alaska is your next adventure, we hope this episode helps you plan smarter, laugh a little harder, and make the most of every port!
Ready to Sail? Get a deal here!
Join us for Girls Gone Cruisin' 2026 & 2027! Click here: https://fabulousadventurestravel.com/girls-gone-crusin/
Shop Virgin Voyages essentials! Click here
Join my Facebook Group:https://www.facebook.com/groups/virginvoyagestipsanddeals
Follow me on Social Media:
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FabulousAdventurestravelcompany
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/samanthastravels
1 hr 2 min - Before You Click Book, Watch This!
Thinking about booking Virgin Voyages? Before you click “Book,” there are a few things you should know!
In this episode, Samantha and Kelly from Fabulous Adventures Travel break down why so many Virgin Voyages sailors choose to work with a First Mate instead of booking directly through the cruise line.
As Virgin Voyages Top 10 First Mates since the program began, we’ve helped thousands of sailors find the right cabin, maximize Sailor Loot, secure exclusive group rates, and avoid common booking mistakes!
In this video, we discuss:
* Why booking with a travel agent costs you nothing extra
* How to access exclusive offers, group rates, and additional Sailor Loot
* Why you should call your First Mate instead of spending hours with Sailor Services
* The benefits of My Next Virgin Voyage (MVV) placeholders
* Our firsthand experience sailing Virgin Voyages since the beginning
* How we help with cabin selection, shore excursions, dining reservations, and travel planning
* Why working with an experienced First Mate can make your vacation smoother and more enjoyable
Whether you’re planning your first Virgin Voyages cruise or you’re already a loyal sailor, this episode will help you get the most value from your voyage!
Ready to Sail? Get a deal here!
Join us for Girls Gone Cruisin' 2026! Click here: https://fabulousadventurestravel.com/girls-gone-crusin/
Shop Virgin Voyages essentials! Click here
Join my Facebook Group:https://www.facebook.com/groups/virginvoyagestipsanddeals
Follow me on Social Media:
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FabulousAdventurestravelcompany
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/samanthastravels
14 min - The Panama Canal Shocked Us! | Virgin Voyages Panama Canal Cruise Part 2
The Panama Canal adventure continues and Part 2 had way more surprises than we expected! From watching the Panama Canal locks in action to Rosé All Day in "the office," Costa Rica, Guatemala, Cabo, tequila tastings, chocolate, cowboy hats, and unforgettable cruise moments, this sailing definitely kept us on our toes.
We’re sharing our experience sailing Virgin Voyages through the Panama Canal, including our favorite moments, what surprised us most, excursion tips, cruise hacks, and the things we'd do differently next time.
In this episode:
🛳️ Panama Canal locks and Canal Day
🍷 Rosé All Day cruise memories
🌴 Costa Rica and Guatemala ports
🌮 Cabo private tour and local food
🥃 Tequila and chocolate tasting
⚓ Tender port tips
✨ Things we wish we knew before sailing
If you’re thinking about booking a Panama Canal cruise or just love hearing real cruise stories, this one is for you!
Ready to Sail? Get a deal here!
Join us for Girls Gone Cruisin' 2026! Click here: https://fabulousadventurestravel.com/girls-gone-crusin/
Shop Virgin Voyages essentials! Click here
Join my Facebook Group:https://www.facebook.com/groups/virginvoyagestipsanddeals
Follow me on Social Media:
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FabulousAdventurestravelcompany
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/samanthastravels
35 min - Virgin Voyages’ FIRST Panama Canal Sailing | Brilliant Lady
What was a Panama Canal cruise on Virgin Voyages REALLY like? Part 1
In this episode of Talk Virgin To Me, we share our review of Virgin Voyages’ first Panama Canal cruise aboard Brilliant Lady! From Miami to Los Angeles, this 16 night sailing included Cartagena, Panama Canal transit experiences, Costa Rica, Guatemala, Cabo, onboard entertainment, food reviews, excursions, and more.
We break down:
-Our honest thoughts on a 16 night Virgin Voyages cruise
-Brilliant Lady cabin experience
-Panama Canal cruise excursions
-Cartagena vintage car tour review
-Virgin Voyages dining & galley food
-Voyagers Collection onboard challenge
-Entertainment & nightlife onboard
-What surprised us most about the sailing
-Whether we would do this cruise again
This is Part 1, because there was a bit too much to fit into one episode 😅 Part 2 will be out next week!
Ready to Sail? Get a deal here!
Join us for Girls Gone Cruisin' 2026! Click here: https://fabulousadventurestravel.com/girls-gone-crusin/
Shop Virgin Voyages essentials! Click here
Join my Facebook Group:https://www.facebook.com/groups/virginvoyagestipsanddeals
Follow me on Social Media:
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FabulousAdventurestravelcompany
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/samanthastravels
55 min - The 100th Episode - On Location at Virgin Voyages Headquarters
It’s here, the 100th episode of Talk Virgin To Me, and we’re celebrating with a FREE cruise giveaway. Details are in the video!
For this milestone episode, we packed up Studio F and headed to Fort Lauderdale to film at Virgin Voyages HQ, and they absolutely showed up. What started two years ago as “what are you even going to talk about” turned into 100 episodes hosted by two top 10 First Mates four years in a row with a very healthy, totally normal level of obsession with Virgin.
This episode is packed with exclusive interviews and behind the scenes moments, including:
- Nirmal Saverimuttu, CEO
- Abi the Hostess, Happenings Cast extraordinaire
- Chef Levi Mezick• Richard Kilman, Entertainment
- Charles Steadman, Food and Beverage Experience
Ready to Sail? Get a deal here!
Join us for Girls Gone Cruisin' 2026! Click here: https://fabulousadventurestravel.com/girls-gone-crusin/
Shop Virgin Voyages essentials! Click here
Join my Facebook Group:https://www.facebook.com/groups/virginvoyagestipsanddeals
Follow me on Social Media:
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FabulousAdventurestravelcompany
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/samanthastravels
1 hr 25 min - TWiNSAUCE Tried Virgin Voyages… They Didn’t Expect This
What happens when influencers who weren’t sold on Virgin Voyages finally come onboard…? 👀
In this special onboard episode during Virgin's first ever Panama Canal sailing, we sat down with TWiNSAUCE to get their honest thoughts in real time. After turning down Virgin Voyages multiple times, they finally said yes… and their experience was not what they expected!
We talk about:
- Their first impressions vs the “party ship” reputation
- What surprised them within the first 24 hours
- Food, fitness, and daily life onboard
- Entertainment, shows, and overall vibe
- Why Virgin Voyages is truly a choose your own adventure
One of the biggest takeaways… Virgin Voyages isn’t just one type of experience. Whether you want to work out, relax, meet people, or just enjoy the journey, you’ll find your place onboard.
If you’re curious about Virgin Voyages or considering a Panama Canal cruise, watch this episode!
Follow TWiNSAUCE:
- YouTube: @twinsauce
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/twinsauce
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TwinSauce
- TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@twinsauce
And as always… you float our boat!
Join us for Girls Gone Cruisin' 2026! Click here: https://fabulousadventurestravel.com/girls-gone-crusin/
Shop Virgin Voyages essentials! Click here
Ready to Sail? Get a deal here!
Join my Facebook Group:https://www.facebook.com/groups/virginvoyagestipsanddeals
Follow me on Social Media:
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FabulousAdventurestravelcompany
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/samanthastravels
11 min - Is Upgrading Your Cabin Worth It? Virgin Voyages + Radio Cruise Recap (Magic 107.7)
Is upgrading your cabin actually worth it on Virgin Voyages? That’s one of the biggest questions we get, and in this episode we’re breaking it all down!
We’re also sharing everything that happened onboard during our recent sailing, including having Orlando's Magic 107.7 on the ship and Samantha going LIVE on air! It was such a fun experience and we’re giving you all the behind the scenes!
In this episode we cover:
• Is a Sea Terrace worth it vs Insider cabin
• When to upgrade your cruise cabin and when to save your money
• What it’s like having a radio station onboard a cruise
• Tips before booking your next Virgin Voyages cruiseIf you’re planning a cruise or deciding between cabin types, this will help you figure out what actually makes sense for your trip!
Join us for Girls Gone Cruisin' 2026! Click here: https://fabulousadventurestravel.com/girls-gone-crusin/
Shop Virgin Voyages essentials! Click here
Ready to Sail? Get a deal here!
Join my Facebook Group:https://www.facebook.com/groups/virginvoyagestipsanddeals
Follow me on Social Media:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FabulousAdventurestravelcompanyInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/samanthastravels
43 min
About TALK VIRGIN TO ME
From the publisher's feed
Join Samantha Robichaud, Travel Agent extraordinaire, as she talks about all things Virgin Voyages. Virgin Voyages is revolutionary adults-only cruise line that has everyone buzzing. Come find out why…
you need to sail the Virgin way!
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