The Beach Club at Bimini is often cited as the single best part of any Virgin Voyages Caribbean sailing. This exclusive beach club on the island of Bimini in the Bahamas is reserved for VV sailors, but the experience varies depending on whether you upgrade to a cabana or stick with general access.
What Every Sailor Gets
General Beach Club access is included with your cruise fare on itineraries that stop at Bimini. This gives you access to the main pool, the beach, DJ entertainment, food trucks serving complimentary lunch, and the signature lagoon-style pool. It is a stunning venue with a festival atmosphere that feels worlds away from the typical cruise port experience.
The Cabana Upgrade
For an additional fee starting around $300, you can reserve a private cabana with dedicated service, a mini fridge stocked with water, and a prime shaded spot. The cabanas are located poolside and offer the best views of the DJ stage. For groups of four or more, the per-person cost becomes very reasonable and the convenience is hard to beat on a hot Bimini day.
Food and Drinks
Complimentary food is served from Beach Club food stations and includes options like tacos, grilled items, and fresh salads. The quality is solid. Bar drinks are extra and charged to your sailor account. The frozen cocktails are the way to go — the Bimini Coconut and the Rum Punch are both excellent choices for sipping poolside.
Tips for the Best Experience
Get off the ship early to claim a good lounger spot. Bring sunscreen and a waterproof phone case. The tender ride from the ship takes about 10 minutes. Plan to spend the full day because you will not want to leave. If you are celebrating something special, the cabana upgrade is absolutely worth it.
Our interactive checklist has a dedicated Beach Club section with reef-safe sunscreen reminders and more.
See if the bar tab package saves you money with our free calculator.
About the Author
Steve Griswold — Certified Cruise & Travel Specialist
Steve Griswold is the founder of Pixie Vacations, a full-service travel agency based in Georgia. He is a Sandals Certified Resort Counselor and Platinum Elite Advisor, a Disney College of Knowledge graduate, a Virgin Voyages Top 100 First Mate in North America (2024), and has sailed every ship in the VV fleet including Scarlet Lady, Valiant Lady, Resilient Lady, and Brilliant Lady. Steve produces the Mouse Chat podcast and has been featured in USA Today, NBC, ABC, and CNN for his Griswold Family Truckster road trips.
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