by Steve Griswold | Mar 27, 2026 | Ship Reviews, Tips & Tricks
The RockStar experience is the premium tier on Virgin Voyages and it is the closest thing to a luxury cruise within a contemporary cruise line. I have stayed in RockStar suites and standard cabins across multiple ships, so I can give you an honest breakdown of whether...
by Steve Griswold | Mar 27, 2026 | Planning Guide
When you book a Virgin Voyages cruise, one of the first decisions you will face is choosing your VoyageFair fare type: Base, Essential, or Premium. Each tier adds more inclusions and flexibility to your booking. After helping hundreds of clients navigate this...
by Steve Griswold | Mar 27, 2026 | Dining Guide
2026 Dining Updates: Virgin Voyages continues to expand its restaurant lineup. Ariya by Razzle Dazzle — a modern Indian restaurant created with celebrity chef Maneet Chauhan — debuts on Valiant Lady in May 2026. Scarlet Lady added Lucky Lotus (Asian-fusion) in late...
by Steve Griswold | Mar 27, 2026 | Planning Guide
Last updated: April 27, 2026 — procedures and tips verified for 2026 sailings. Your first hours on a Virgin Voyages ship set the tone for the entire cruise. After sailing multiple times on every ship in the fleet, I have embarkation day dialed in. Here is exactly what...
by Steve Griswold | Mar 27, 2026 | Planning Guide, Tips & Tricks
If you spend any time browsing cruise forums or Reddit threads about Virgin Voyages, the same questions come up again and again. Is the bar tab worth it? What should I pack? What is actually included in my fare? We have sailed Virgin Voyages multiple times and...
by Steve Griswold | Mar 25, 2026 | Tips & Tricks
If you’re getting ready for your first Virgin Voyages sailing, the Bar Tab is probably one of the things you’re Googling right now. “Should I buy one? How much do I need? Is it worth it?” We hear these questions constantly, and the answer is...
by Steve Griswold | Mar 24, 2026 | Beach Club
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...
by Steve Griswold | Mar 24, 2026 | News & Updates
Virgin Voyages quietly updated its Voyage Well Rewards loyalty program in early 2026, and the changes bring both good news and a few adjustments that repeat sailors should know about. Here is a breakdown of what is new and how to get the most value from the...
by Steve Griswold | Mar 24, 2026 | News & Updates
Virgin Voyages has unveiled its latest batch of itineraries for the 2026-2027 season, and the lineup includes some exciting new ports of call alongside returning favorites. Here is everything we know about where the fleet is heading next.Caribbean Season HighlightsThe...
by Steve Griswold | Mar 24, 2026 | Entertainment
The Red Room is Virgin Voyages’ transformable entertainment venue and the heart of the ship’s live performance lineup. Unlike traditional cruise ship theaters with fixed stages, the Red Room can shift between multiple configurations to create completely...
