From gale-force winds in Gibraltar to drag queen drama and onboard wellbeing initiatives, the second episode of “The Cruise” delivers another dose of life aboard the Valiant Lady. This time, the challenges are as varied as the ship’s itinerary.
Third Officer Claire and her team find themselves battling the elements as gale-force winds make docking in Gibraltar a tricky maneuver. While Claire hopes to celebrate her 40th birthday with a relaxing wine and tapas tour, the unpredictable weather threatens to put a damper on the festivities.
Meanwhile, a very different kind of transition is taking place onboard as drag artist Oliver passes the torch (or perhaps the tiara) to Mark from Las Vegas, culminating in a one-off joint performance. However, as Mark, now transformed into Diva Martina, prepares for his first solo show, he faces an unexpected hurdle – an empty theater.
Amidst the drama and celebrations, Sailor Services Manager Dane and butler Eugene work tirelessly to cater to the whims and woes of the ship’s passengers. And in a nod to the pressures faced by the crew, Crew Engagement Officer Aaron sets up a mental health pit stop, offering a moment of mindfulness amidst the often-frenetic pace of shipboard life. As Second Engineer Marco races to complete his monthly inspection of the lifts, it’s clear that life on the Valiant Lady is never dull.
Tune in to 5 on Tuesday, April 1st at 4:00 PM to witness the latest chapter in this floating saga.
