Welcome to MicCheckJim Wanderlust — a travel channel built around adventure, surfing, and seeing what’s actually possible when you say yes to the trip.
I travel the world chasing waves, wild places, and unforgettable experiences — from surfing in the Maldives and world-class wave pools, to unique hotels, boat trips, and once-in-a-lifetime journeys.
This channel isn’t about luxury for luxury’s sake — it’s about real travel, real challenges, and finding adventure whether you’re flying economy or chasing a dream trip.
You’ll find:
• Surf travel & wave-hunting
• Adventure & challenge-led trips
• Honest travel experiences (the good and the uncomfortable)
• The occasional cruise & boat adventure
If you like travel with a bit of grit, curiosity, and humour — you’re in the right place.
Travel. Adventure. Surf. Repeat.
For business enquires email hello@avreind.com
MicCheckJim Wanderlust
Be honest…
When does a cruise REALLY click for you?
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After embarkation day… does Virgin Voyages still feel special?
(Part 2 of our 8-night Virgin Voyages series drops tomorrow at 15:00.
I test a very questionable food combo and share my biggest VV hack so far.)
7 months ago | [YT] | 0
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One day to go. Could not be more excited to be back on @VirginVoyages and the all new Brilliant Lady!!!!
I am thinking of doing a live stream from the ship to test the wifi and also to give a first hand view. What questions do you all have about Brilliant Lady that I could answer in a live stream?
1 year ago | [YT] | 2
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Thinking of doing a live on the ship to show anyone interested around Brilliant lady? Let me know if you are keen?
1 year ago | [YT] | 1
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Just 7 sleeps until Brilliant Lady. 📸 @VirginVoyages
1 year ago | [YT] | 0
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Ship-nerd gold: Scarlet Lady Dry Dock deep dive—what changed & why (+ Brilliant Lady). Live Wednesday 3rd at 1900 BST ▶️ #VirginVoyages @VirginVoyages
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Premieres Sunday 24th • 6pm BST / 1pm ET
3 Generations. 1 Virgin Voyage.
Is it really for everyone? We put Scarlet Lady to the test with Florence (18), Louise (46) and Granny Susie (74). Quick cabin peeks—Solo Insider (rarely shown), Sea Terrace, Seriously Suite—plus CEO Nirmal’s sail-away speech and Mel C performing at sea.
👉 Set a reminder & watch here: https://youtu.be/enFyPWJdDGI
Next up in Part 2: bungee workouts, more food, Scarlet Night—subscribe so you don’t miss it.
1 year ago | [YT] | 3
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Quick update, so, I haven't posted for over a month, and the reason for that is over on my other channel youtube.com/@miccheckjim where I have been trying to lose all of the post hip replacement weight. I realise that it is not travel / cruise content and there is probably little interest. But thought worthwhile just sharing where I have been.
1 year ago | [YT] | 1
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Hey everyone, we are embarking on a Celebration Voyage in July from Lisbon to Portsmouth on Scarlet Lady.
I thought I would mix it up a bit.
What a the questions you want answered?
Are you cruising with Virgin this year and you would like a specific question answered in a video?
Is there a challenge you would like to set me? “Hey Jim video yourself doing the boyband dance class”
I will do it. Or maybe “Jim is xxxxxx food actually any good?” I will eat it and let you know.
I will make a vlog specifically to answer your questions or challenges.
Ps I am changing the name of my channel soon so don’t be alarmed.
1 year ago | [YT] | 3
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I will be announcing the winner of the $100 bar tab from Valiant Lady this week. It’s open to any subscriber to this channel.
1 year ago | [YT] | 7
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