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What’s New With Virgin Voyages Cruises

July 30, 2024

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Here in the U.S., we have access to some fantastic cruise lines, but Virgin Voyages stands out from the rest. Created by the same brand that owns Virgin Records, this cruise line gives guests the rockstar treatment. From the adults-only atmosphere and luxury restaurants to the onboard tattoo parlor, this is truly an experience like no other. As travel agents, we always make sure our clients have the best experience, so if you’re considering checking out all Virgin Voyages has to offer, keep reading for our top tips and recommendations! 

virgin branding at the top of the virgin voyages cruise ship

What is Virgin Voyages

Virgin Voyages is an all-inclusive adults-only cruise line known for its incredible onboard experiences. While many cruise lines are considered all-inclusive, Virgin truly takes it a step further. In addition to the typical inclusions like food and entertainment, Virgin Voyages cruises also include Wi-Fi, soda, and tips and gratuities. If you book an itinerary in the Caribbean, you’ll also get to experience their private resort in Bimini, where the same incredible amenities are available on land. 

The onboard experience on a Virgin cruise is unique in that the activities are truly geared towards adults. From top-notch fitness classes to a tattoo parlor, there are so many experiences you wouldn’t get on any other cruise line. Their ships also include over 20 restaurants and bars and expertly designed staterooms so you can enjoy every minute of your stay.

New Things To Do on Virgin Cruises

Virgin Voyages first set sail in 2021, but they are continuously adding new exciting features and experiences. The fourth ship in their fleet, the Brilliant Lady, is set to hit the ocean in 2025. This ship offers new home ports and a bunch of new itineraries throughout North America. Sail up to Vancouver and Alaska from Seattle, or visit New England and Canada from NYC. 

Of course, the rest of the fleet offers fun new experiences as well. A brand new itinerary will take guests from Miami to Los Angeles via the Panama Canal, with stops in Mexico, Costa Rica, and Guatemala. Or if Europe is more your style, you can enjoy new itineraries that include overnights in Ibiza, so you can experience the incredible nightlife!

pool area with lounge beds on virgin cruise

Virgin Voyages Travel Tips

When traveling with Virgin Voyages, there are a few items we always like to suggest. First, we highly recommend that you download their app. This will help expedite the check-in process and will serve as your cruise guide and map while on the ship. Second, book your dinner reservations as soon as they open – 45 days before your cruise departs. Reservations book up quickly, and although they do set aside some tables for walk-ins, the highly anticipated restaurants will have a considerable wait. 

If you’re looking forward to enjoying some alcoholic drinks on your Virgin Voyage cruise, we highly recommend checking out the Sailing Away party for a free glass of champagne. This is one of the biggest parties on the cruise. Plus, you get to meet the Happenings Cast, so you won’t want to miss it. And for the wine drinkers, you can bring two 750ml bottles of wine with you when you board. This is a great option to save some money or just to enjoy a glass in the stateroom without having to order room service!

Our Favorite Virgin Voyages Activities

As travel agents, we’ve had the pleasure of taking multiple Virgin Voyage cruises, and we’ve found some incredible activities that you can’t miss out on! First and foremost, we highly recommend booking a balcony stateroom. Each balcony room comes with a hammock chair, and you just can’t beat watching the sunset from your private outdoor oasis. 

Another thing we loved on our Virgin Voyages cruises was the tours! We love the ship tour, which comes at an additional fee, but is totally worth it in our opinion. Or if you’re more interested in partying, we recommend the “Grog Walks,” which are bar crawls around the ship where you try beverages from all the different bars. 

If you’re looking for something a little off the beaten path we highly recommend trying the 80’s themed workout classes. They were the perfect way to break a sweat while jamming to our favorite oldies! And don’t forget to stop by the arcade – all the games are completely free! Enjoy some time in the AC with your vintage favorites, and then grab a boozy milkshake next door.

acrobatic performers next to pool on virgin cruise

Book Your Virgin Voyages Cruise with The Travel Mechanic

Here at The Travel Mechanic we are so lucky to have a Virgin Voyages Travel Specialist, Kimberly! She takes the lead on all of our Virgin Voyages clients and is truly so knowledgable about their offerings. If you’re looking for the perfect adults-only getaway for your honeymoon, anniversary, or just for fun, she’s your girl! Schedule a time to chat and learn all about how she’ll help your dream vacation come to life.

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