{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"Ep 139  Making Waves: Off the Bench with Christina Lozada on a Virgin Voyage","description":"&amp;nbsp; In this special episode of Off the Bench, I share my transformative journey aboard the Valiant Lady, my first solo cruise experience and maiden voyage with Virgin Voyages. Breaking away from the grind of daily life, I discovered the power of self-care, a theme that resonated deeply throughout this unique adventure. Joining me is Christine Lozada, a seasoned media influencer and Virgin Voyages expert. From the chic vibe at Sips to the vibrant energy onboard, Christine shares her insider insights and personal experiences, highlighting what makes a Virgin Voyage unlike any other. Together, we dive into the importance of stepping out of your comfort zone and embracing the unknown, whether it's cruising solo, prioritizing self-care, or finding inspiration in the little things\u2014like a cocktail at sea. Tune in to hear our stories, reflections, and the lessons learned as we explored Puerto Plata and charted a course for personal growth. &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp; Follow Christne&amp;nbsp; on Youtube &quot;Where in the World is CL&quot; &amp;nbsp; IG @Christinelozda&amp;nbsp; Check out this cruise recap by Christine, yes im in it....&amp;nbsp; lol&amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp; https:\/\/youtu.be\/jwLTdZhdU0s?si=fJRIKOVg-eXDCljn ","author_name":"Off the Bench with Mark Wiggins","author_url":"http:\/\/www.markwigginsonline.com","html":"<iframe title=\"Libsyn Player\" style=\"border: none\" src=\"\/\/html5-player.libsyn.com\/embed\/episode\/id\/34339350\/height\/90\/theme\/custom\/thumbnail\/yes\/direction\/forward\/render-playlist\/no\/custom-color\/88AA3C\/\" height=\"90\" width=\"600\" scrolling=\"no\"  allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen><\/iframe>","thumbnail_url":"https:\/\/assets.libsyn.com\/secure\/content\/182093285"}