Back-to-Back Virgin Voyages Cruises: A First Mate’s Tips
Thinking about staying on for a second Virgin sailing? Here's what I tell my clients about keeping your cabin, getting through turnaround day and making sure no Bar Tab gets left behind.
Thinking about staying on for a second Virgin sailing? Here's what I tell my clients about keeping your cabin, getting through turnaround day and making sure no Bar Tab gets left behind.
One of the biggest differences between Virgin Voyages and most other cruise lines is that Virgin does not do a traditional unlimited drink package. Instead, they use something called Bar Tab, which is basically prepaid money you can use specifically for drinks onboard!
If you’ve sailed Virgin Voyages before, you already know I’m a fan. But if you really want to see me get excited, start talking to me about Mega RockStar. There’s sailing Virgin Voyages, and then there’s sailing Virgin Voyages as a RockStar. You get a bigger suite, extra access, priority perks, your own RockStar support, and a few little luxuries that make the entire voyage feel different. And then there’s Mega RockStar, which takes all of that and turns the dial WAY up.
We just got off Resilient Lady and experienced Virgin Voyages’ Festival of the Senses during Eat & Drink Month. We’ve done Eat & Drink Month several times now, and one of the reasons we keep coming back is that Virgin gets so creative with these experiences.
By now, you MUST have heard that Virgin Voyages made some pretty big changes to the My Next Virgin Voyage (MNVV) rules. And yes, there is a lot to unpack.
I have been waiting for this announcement, and it is finally here! Virgin Voyages has officially unveiled its Summer 2028 Europe itineraries, and I have to say, I think this is one of the most exciting Europe seasons they've ever released! Whether you've been dreaming about sailing through the Norwegian Fjords, exploring colorful cities in Scandinavia, or spending your days soaking up the Mediterranean sunshine, there is so much to love about this lineup! I was excited when I first saw these itineraries, and I think you will be too!
I LOVE this update!! One of the questions we get all the time is... "What happens if there's a wait at the restaurants?" Well... Virgin just made that SO much easier!! They're rolling out a Virtual Dining Queue across the fleet, and I have a feeling this is going to become one of those features everyone ends up loving.
Listen, I know what you're thinking. Of course I'm going to tell you to use a travel agent. I own a travel agency. But honestly, if you're sailing Virgin Voyages, there are some very real reasons why working with a travel agent can make your experience better. And the biggest one is this: It doesn't cost you anything.
If you're planning your first Virgin Voyages cruise, knowing what to pack is important. But knowing what not to pack can save you a lot of headaches once you arrive at the port. This topic actually came from a recent experience with an influencer I invited onboard. Travel Foodie Guide was sailing on his very first cruise and ended up getting called down to security after boarding. The funny part? He had no idea he brought something that wasn't allowed. That experience inspired this list of Virgin packing tips to help you avoid having your belongings confiscated before your vacation even begins.
If you've sailed with me before, you know I love talking about food. And while everyone always wants to know which restaurant is the best, some of my favorite Virgin food tips have nothing to do with the restaurants people spend months trying to book. These are the things I find myself getting over and over again on Virgin Voyages.