by Steve Griswold | May 13, 2026 | Planning Guide, Tips & Tricks
The short answer: Virgin Voyages is for adults who want a stylish, design-forward, no-kids cruise where the included fare covers WiFi, gratuities, group fitness, and most dining — at a slightly higher per-night price. Royal Caribbean is for families and large groups...
by Steve Griswold | May 13, 2026 | Destinations, Planning Guide, Tips & Tricks
Virgin Voyages excursions — branded as “Shore Things” — are à la carte tours you book separately for each port, with prices typically running from about $40 for a simple beach transfer up to $300+ for premium experiences like helicopter glacier landings or...
by Steve Griswold | May 11, 2026 | Destinations, Planning Guide
The short answer: Virgin Voyages sails from PortMiami’s Terminal V, a dedicated terminal Virgin built specifically for its fleet. It’s at 718 N Cruise Boulevard on the south side of PortMiami. The terminal handles Scarlet Lady and Resilient Lady Caribbean...
by Steve Griswold | May 11, 2026 | Planning Guide, Tips & Tricks
The short answer: Virgin Voyages WiFi is included free with every fare on every ship — no separate package required. It’s fast enough for messaging, social media, email, web browsing, and most video calls. Streaming HD video (Netflix, Disney+, YouTube) works on...
by Steve Griswold | May 11, 2026 | Planning Guide, Tips & Tricks
The short answer: The Virgin Voyages Sailor App is the on-board hub for everything you do during a cruise — dining reservations, daily schedule, account folio, drink and excursion ordering, and even unlocking your cabin door. It’s free, available on iOS and...
