by Steve Griswold | Apr 1, 2026 | Tips & Tricks
TL;DR: Virgin Voyages doesn’t sell traditional drink packages. Instead, they use a Bar Tab system where you pre-load credit and earn bonus dollars on top. The bigger the tab, the bigger the bonus — up to 25% extra. Here’s how to play it smart. Wait —...
by Steve Griswold | Mar 28, 2026 | Tips & Tricks
Virgin Voyages Deals & Promo Tracker 2026 A running tracker of every active Virgin Voyages promotion, whether they stack, and how to maximize your savings. Updated regularly. Last updated: May 4, 2026. Currently Active Promotions 🔄 Last Updated: May 4, 2026 — The...
by Steve Griswold | Mar 27, 2026 | Destinations, Tips & Tricks
Virgin Voyages calls their shore excursions “Shore Things” and they range from standard sightseeing tours to genuinely unique experiences you will not find on other cruise lines. After taking Shore Things across Caribbean, Mediterranean, and specialty...
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, 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...
