Virgin Voyages
Set Sail the Virgin Voyages Way
Virgin Voyages embraces inclusivity and diversity with its “Virgin Way,” creating a welcoming environment for all travelers, including gay individuals. As a gay travel agent, partnering with Virgin Voyages means aligning with a cruise line that prioritizes inclusivity through policies and LGBTQ+-friendly activities onboard. By celebrating diversity and promoting acceptance, Virgin Voyages ensures that all passengers can enjoy memorable and discrimination-free vacation experiences.
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Always Included Luxury
Elevated Dining Experience
Indulge in gourmet cuisine at a variety of onboard restaurants, with all dining options included in your fare.
Wi-Fi
Stay connected at sea with complimentary WiFi access, allowing you to check “those” apps, share your adventures and stay in touch with loved ones.
Group Fitness Class
Energize your LGBT vacation journey with group fitness classes led by expert instructors, available to all passengers at no extra cost.
Gratuities Included
Enjoy a stress-free gay vacation experience with gratuities already included in your fare, ensuring exceptional service without any additional charges.
Basic Beverages
Quench your thirst with a selection of basic beverages, including water, soda, and non-alcoholic cocktails, available throughout your cruise.
Entertainment
Immerse yourself in captivating cultural performances, ranging from live music to theatrical shows, all included in your Virgin Voyages experience
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Sailing with Pride: Virgin Voyages’ Trailblazing Commitment to LGBT+ Travelers and Unparalleled Innovations
Unlike many other cruise lines that cater to families or a wide range of age groups, Virgin Voyages exclusively caters to adults aged 18 and over. This adult-focused Virgin Voyages approach allows for a more tailored experience, with amenities, entertainment, and activities designed specifically for adult passengers. It creates an atmosphere that’s more conducive to relaxation, enjoyment, and socializing among other gay adults without the presence of children.
Virgin Voyages redefines cruise ship design with modern, stylish elements throughout its vessels, offering innovative amenities like rooftop plunge pools, a tattoo parlor, dedicated spas, and culinary test kitchens. This focus on cutting-edge design and amenities sets Virgin Voyages apart, appealing to LGBTQ and ally travelers seeking a contemporary and luxurious experience at sea.
Up Next: Onboard Dining
Virgin Voyages Onboard Dining
Lick Me Till Ice Cream: Indulge your sweet tooth at Lick Me Till Ice Cream, where you can cool off with a delicious variety of handcrafted ice creams and sorbets. From classic flavors to inventive creations, there’s a treat for every palate.
Dock House: Craving a casual bite with a view? Head to Dock House for laid-back waterfront dining. Whether you’re in the mood for fresh seafood or classic comfort food, this cozy spot offers a relaxed atmosphere and tasty fare.
Test Kitchen: Calling all foodies! Test Kitchen is where culinary innovation meets entertainment. Watch as chefs experiment with bold flavors and cutting-edge techniques right before your eyes, and maybe even get to sample their latest creations.
The Pizza Place: Pizza lovers rejoice! At The Pizza Place, you can satisfy your cravings with piping hot pies made to order. Choose from a variety of toppings and enjoy a slice of heaven as you soak in the ocean breeze.
Well-being Pool Bar: Quench your thirst and nourish your body at the Well-being Pool Bar. From fresh juices to invigorating smoothies, this health-conscious oasis offers refreshing beverages to keep you feeling revitalized throughout your voyage.
The Sun Club Café: Start your day off right with a visit to The Sun Club Café. Fuel up with a delicious breakfast spread featuring freshly baked pastries, hearty omelets, and gourmet coffee, all served with a side of stunning ocean views.
With these additional eateries onboard, Virgin Voyages ensures that every craving is met and every dining experience is unforgettable. Bon appétit!
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Cabins
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Add-on’s & Extras
Prices & Inclusions Updated as of April 16, 2024
Unlike other cruise lines, Virgin Voyages does not offer any drink packages. Instead, they offer a Bar Tab. This is a hassle-free way to enjoy premium drinks throughout your cruise, offering a selection of handcrafted cocktails, fine wines, and refreshing beverages at various onboard bars and lounges. With bonuses like discounts on bottles and exclusive access to specialty events, Bar Tab ensures a seamless and indulgent drinking experience, inviting LGBT travelers to sip, socialize, and savor the moment at sea.
The bar tab can also be used on non-alcoholic specialty drinks, such as milkshakes and coffee. Bar tabs are non-refundable, so drink up!
When you buy a bar tab before boarding the cruise ship, you will get a bonus bar tab:
- $300 Bar Tab: $50 Extra Bonus
- $200 Bar Tab: $25 Extra Bonus
- $100 Bar Tab: $10 Extra Bonus
Elevate your experience with incredible perks for the introductory rate of $250, and let the sparks fly with a luxurious experience package exclusively curated for 90 cabins per voyage.
WHAT YOU GET
- Priority Boarding
- Curated daily cold-pressed juices
- Two 3-Hour Thermal Spa Passes
- A Shake for Champagne
- Exclusive Sail Away Hour
- Sultry bites
NEED TO KNOW
- Love is in the (sea) air, so don’t wait to treat yourselves. To add A Splash of Romance to your voyage, create or sign in to your Virgin Voyages account and treat yourself to something sweet in the ‘Add-On’ section.
Long love. Friend love. I-got-my-PhD-and-love-myself… love. You have your reasons — we’ve got the perfect way to celebrate them. Enhance your voyage with A Splash for Your Bash, our new, curated party planning package for you — and all your guests.
WHAT YOU GET
- Bottomless brunch event at The Wake or Razzle Dazzle (Non-alcoholic options also available)
- Revelrous dinner party with curated beverages and desserts
- Valued at $375, you can lock it in for $250 per cabin (but only for a limited time)
NEED TO KNOW
- To add A Splash for Your Bash to your voyage, create or sign in to your Virgin Voyages account. This special is available for parties from 2 to 9 cabins. All party members must purchase the package to participate.
Sailor Loot is our cheeky way of saying onboard credit. Once on board, Sailors can use it to make purchases on items like specialty drinks, spa treatments, tattoos, retail, Shore Things and more!
Unlike Future Voyage Credit, Sailor Loot cannot be used on pre-voyage purchases, including Bar Tab.
All Sailor Loot is dedicated to the sailing it is applied to, and any unused funds will not be refunded or rolled over after the voyage ends.
Virgin Voyages’ Shore Things are immersive shore excursions designed to enhance your cruise experience, offering a diverse array of activities and adventures at each port of call. From cultural tours to outdoor adventures and LGBTQ+-friendly excursions, Shore Things cater to every traveler’s interests and preferences, ensuring unforgettable experiences both on land and at sea. Join us as we explore the world’s most captivating destinations, creating cherished memories and celebrating diversity with each Shore Thing adventure.
Whether you’re looking to get pampered, recharge, or keep your fitness goals strong, you’ll be longing for more hours in the day to enjoy all the well-being offerings available on board. From cozy saunas to ample sundecks, yoga classes to Ayurvedic treatments, acupuncture to a boxing ring — you’re guaranteed to relax, energize, and be spoiled beyond belief. With everything to get you moving already included and extra Spa treatments to get your vacation glow going, you won’t need to reach the shore to sweat, relax, and recover.
Unlimited WiFi browsing is included for all Sailors. So there’s no charge for social media, email, web browsing or messaging.
An upgraded Premium entertainment package will also be available for just a bit extra to support streaming – subject to availability.
A bit like on an airplane, WiFi at sea is restricted. Sailors using either our complimentary basic WiFi network or our Premium WiFi may connect up to 2 devices simultaneously.
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Ship to Do Onboard
Scarlet Night
Scarlet Night on Virgin Voyages is an exclusive adults-only event, featuring live music, captivating performances, and themed parties for an unforgettable evening of celebration and camaraderie, inviting LGBT travelers to dance the night away and create cherished memories under the stars.
Click here for a video of what to expect at Scarlet Night
Shows
Experience unforgettable entertainment at Virgin Voyages’ shows, where diversity shines on stage, inviting LGBT travelers to enjoy spectacular performances and make lasting memories at sea!
Casino
Embark on an inclusive gaming adventure at Virgin Voyages’ casino, where diversity meets excitement on the high seas, inviting LGBT travelers to join in the fun!