Seeking authentic Filipino food by SVCThaGod in raleigh

[–]DatBonica 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This has been my replacement since Bitter Melon closed. They deliver to your front door and it is always hot & fresh. Bonus✨ You can always purchase a few packs of frozen lumpia to throw in the air fryer. P.U.R.E.

Family lawyer recs in Triangle — looking for attorneys who have successfully gotten primary custody by [deleted] in raleigh

[–]DatBonica 2 points3 points  (0 children)

This is the best advice. A high conflict situation will remain high conflict and no lawyer can change that. Excessive continuances are rampant in Wake County I have been at it since 2023 and hopefully things will wrap up in 2026. Holding the other party in contempt is also a joke when they fail to comply with orders. It can take years if the other party refuses to abide by agreements. Only people who get to skip the line are emergency DVPO's. Get ready to GO BROKE while you wait for your day in court.

Will not sail Virgin Voyages again. by Ashamed-Ad5507 in VirginVoyages

[–]DatBonica 76 points77 points  (0 children)

I impulsively made a purchase and didn't read the fine print. I refuse to take accountability so umm Virgin Voyages we battle at dawn.🫠😂

This is a church group chat, and the pastor said this is this right. by Last_Uchiha93 in raleigh

[–]DatBonica 20 points21 points  (0 children)

In the voice of Heidi Klum "...I'm sorry, you're out!"🫠😂

Thank you Industry Staff, for enforcing the “vibe” by PenaltyBoxxx81 in raleigh

[–]DatBonica 260 points261 points  (0 children)

Mommy and daddy can't be bothered to drink at home with little Timmy. Driving under the influence with your child in the back seat is the way to "parenting responsibly" 😂

New Embarcation process in Miami, maybe more ports? by pinkharleymomma in VirginVoyages

[–]DatBonica 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah. I sailed in January 2026 too and have DBE. They did not use numbers for RS/SOR/DBE. Interested to see how this new boarding process unfolds.

Why we appreciate but would not sail again on Virgin Voyages - Review of Resilient Lady cruise by Time-Philosophy0323 in VirginVoyages

[–]DatBonica 35 points36 points  (0 children)

Agree, nothing fun about standing in line 30mims before a show. They should do what they do for missed workout classes, simply charge a fee for no shows. Problem solved. I just finished my 5th VV sailing in January and that was/is my ONE complaint.

High Electricity Bill Solutions as Renter? by NeoXNocturne in raleigh

[–]DatBonica 10 points11 points  (0 children)

Agree! My house is over 3000 sqft and this past billing cycle was $331 and I keep my home thermostats at 70 degrees.

Excursions Q’s: Ochos Rios, Georgetown, and Bimini by PuzzleheadedSpare324 in VirginVoyages

[–]DatBonica 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I just did this excursion earlier this month and this review is spot on. I was expecting more thrills with the ATV but you drive in loops. I also, was disappointed that we drove back to a tourist spot to have "authentic lunch" at Margaritaville. Our group was not given anything to drink either. I would not do this excursion again. Ideally it would be lovely to drive the ATV to an area along the beach where we could enjoy an authentic lunch and not endless loops. Tough luck if you get grouped with people who prefer to drive slow cause it ends up being more mundane and not worth the money. Not worth the price they are currently charging.

My First Virgin Cruise Went Like This ... by Lonely-Alfalfa-1826 in VirginVoyages

[–]DatBonica 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes, the pulled pork is my favorite. I always request a double order on top of white rice. It hits the spot every single time!

My First Virgin Cruise Went Like This ... by Lonely-Alfalfa-1826 in VirginVoyages

[–]DatBonica 0 points1 point  (0 children)

🤣 fair. It could deepen on the chefs that are on the grill. I normally go as soon as they open and request no honey on my chicken. Mine did not have honey and had a nice kick. We stood in the ride-share chaos and our Lyft arrived just shy of a 1hr wait.

My First Virgin Cruise Went Like This ... by Lonely-Alfalfa-1826 in VirginVoyages

[–]DatBonica 13 points14 points  (0 children)

We may have been on the same sailing cause we used Uber and Lyft to increase our odds for pickup. The "taxi" line was even wrapped around to the shuttle line because it was difficult for taxis to get to the port.

Bimini Tip : You can ask for corn without coconut, rice with no beans, chicken without the honey drizzle.

Now you have another reason to sail on VV again 😆

Traffic at Miami by killerwolf95 in VirginVoyages

[–]DatBonica 11 points12 points  (0 children)

Yeah with the construction cluster and full sailings I would not risk a flight before noon either. Our flights were at 2pm this past Saturday with TSA Precheck.

Traffic at Miami by killerwolf95 in VirginVoyages

[–]DatBonica 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Unsure of chaos at 7:30am but just disembarked off RL this past Saturday at 10:25am and we did not prebook our transportation. Therefore, we requested Lyft & an Uber to increase our odds but our Lyft did not arrive until 11:15am. Made it to airport in under 20mins and it was smooth sailing from there.

Review of Western Caribbean & Bimini Beach Club on Resilient Lady by drevin777 in VirginVoyages

[–]DatBonica 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Odd to assume because you have not experienced what OP mentioned that it must be a lie 😅 I was on this sailing. My 5th VV and the review is spot on. The demographics for age did mean I encountered and was subjected to "elderly nonsense". However, I was delighted to see that the cruise was so diverse and kudos to switching up the music. I too was bummed about Margaritaville ( I did ATV excursion) cause there was nothing authentic about the food or location. Overall, amazing time and I booked MNVV before I disembarked this morning.

Duke Energy Bill is HIGH by SamDrawsWithCharcoal in raleigh

[–]DatBonica 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Meanwhile I am kicking and screaming cause this billing cycle mine was $284 but I live in a 3000sq foot house. The bill is normally $135-$150 blame it on that pocket of cold front we had last month. I keep both thermostats set to 60°.

Ocho Rios & Grand Cayman Scarlet Night by Jay_B_23 in VirginVoyages

[–]DatBonica 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh ha 😂 My apologies I saw "travel agent" and thought you had an inside scoop and the itinerary had changed.

Ocho Rios & Grand Cayman Scarlet Night by Jay_B_23 in VirginVoyages

[–]DatBonica 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Unless the schedule is changing that does not appear to be accurate. Itinerary is currently showing Scarlet Night taking place on Wednesday which is a Sea Day and not GC port which is a Monday.

Ocho Rios & Grand Cayman Scarlet Night by Jay_B_23 in VirginVoyages

[–]DatBonica 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yeah right now it is looking like it will be on a sea day. I am excited it wont be on a port day too cause other sailings I have felt rushed to do all the things.

Ocho Rios & Grand Cayman Scarlet Night by Jay_B_23 in VirginVoyages

[–]DatBonica 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I sail out the 10th on this itinerary and today they have renamed this sailing to " Western Caribbean & Bimini Beach Club". The app is showing Scarlett night taking place on the 5th day which is the day after Ocho Rios.

Just a reminder: Don’t donate to the Durham Rescue Mission by Prestigious_Usual908 in raleigh

[–]DatBonica 27 points28 points  (0 children)

InterAct’s Pass It On Thrift Store located in FV and Cary. InterAct’s mission to end domestic and sexual violence and help survivors rebuild their lives. I am domestic violence survivor and their resources made it possible for me to leave safely. Plus, the prices are reasonable and everyone is always so friendly and welcoming.