What does a Virgin Voyages travel agent actually do?
A specialized Virgin Voyages travel agent (called a “First Mate”) handles everything from cabin selection and dining reservations to Bar Tab optimization and price monitoring. We know the ships inside out—which cabin locations are quietest, which restaurants to book on which nights based on your itinerary, and how to stack promotions for maximum value. As a Top 100 First Mate, CamJon Travel offers cruise planning expertise at no additional cost—Virgin Voyages pays our commission, not you.*
Is it free to use a travel agent for Virgin Voyages?
Yes. You pay the exact same fare as booking directly on virginvoyages.com. The cruise line pays the travel agent’s commission—it’s built into the fare whether you use an agent or not. By booking through CamJon Travel, you get expert guidance, personalized cabin selection, price protection monitoring, and hands-on cruise planning support at zero extra cost.* On eligible sailings, you may also receive bonus Sailor Loot (onboard credit) that isn’t available when booking directly.
What makes CamJon Travel different from other Virgin Voyages agents?
Three things. First, we’re a Top 100 First Mate—ranked in the top 1% of over 22,000 Virgin Voyages advisors in North America for 2025. That volume gives us deep knowledge and the influence to resolve issues that other agents can’t. Second, we’re 100% compliant—we never offer illegal rebates or under-the-table discounts that put your booking at risk. Third, we focus on fit over quotes—we’d rather tell you Virgin Voyages isn’t right for you than book a vacation you’ll regret.
What is a Top 100 First Mate?
Virgin Voyages awards the “Top 100 First Mate” designation annually to the highest-performing travel advisors in North America. Out of more than 22,000 advisors who booked Virgin Voyages cruises in 2025, only 100 earned this recognition—placing CamJon Travel’s Cameron DeJong in the top 1%. The designation reflects booking volume, client satisfaction, and deep product expertise. It also provides direct access to Virgin Voyages support channels and early visibility into new sailings and promotions.
What does Virgin Voyages include in the fare?
Every Virgin Voyages fare includes access to 20+ restaurants (no main dining room or buffet—all are specialty-quality), group fitness classes, basic WiFi (one device), non-alcoholic beverages, and all onboard entertainment. There are no kids on any ship—the minimum sailing age is 18. Gratuities are shown separately at booking. The VoyageFair fare system offers three tiers—Base, Essential, and Premium—each with different levels of WiFi, dining reservation windows, booking flexibility, and added perks like Bar Tab credit. We help you choose the right tier for your style and budget.
Where does Virgin Voyages sail from in 2026?
In 2026, Virgin Voyages sails from five U.S. departure ports: Miami (year-round, all four ships), Los Angeles (Brilliant Lady, April–October), New York City (Valiant Lady, April & September–October), Seattle (Brilliant Lady, May–September for Alaska), and San Juan, Puerto Rico (Valiant Lady, seasonal). European homeports include Athens, Barcelona, and other Mediterranean cities for summer sailings.
How does price protection work?
After you book through CamJon Travel, we actively monitor your sailing for price drops and new promotions. If a lower fare or better deal becomes available for your cabin category, we adjust your booking to save you money—you don’t have to lift a finger. This is subject to then-current Virgin Voyages terms and conditions, but in practice, it means many of our clients save additional money after their initial booking. It’s one of the biggest advantages of booking through an active agent rather than booking direct and forgetting about it.
How do I get started?
Contact us or take the Perfect Cruise Quiz. We’ll start with your travel dates, group size, and what matters most to you (relaxation, adventure, food, nightlife, budget). From there, we’ll recommend specific sailings, cabin categories, and fare types—and walk you through the booking process. Most clients go from first conversation to confirmed booking in under 48 hours.
*Cruise booking through our Book Your Voyage link is always complimentary—the cruise line pays our commission, not you. Your initial consultation is on us. For extended planning consultations or non-cruise travel services (flights, hotels, etc.), service fees may apply and are always communicated before they’re incurred.