What's Really Included on Virgin Voyages? (2026)
Current as of September 14, 2026 · By Cameron DeJong · CamJon Travel
What is in every Virgin Voyages fare?
Use this Yes/No lift. This page answers what is included / what costs extra. For the deeper "is it really all-inclusive?" framing, read Is Virgin Voyages really all-inclusive? Do not treat the two pages as the same article.
| Item | In every fare | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Specialty dining at 20+ eateries | Yes | No buffet; no main dining room |
| Buffet / main dining room | No | Made-to-order eateries instead |
| Essential non-alcoholic drinks | Yes | Water, soda, tea, drip coffee, non-pressed juice |
| Alcohol unlimited drink package | No | Bar Tab prepaid credit instead |
| Wi-Fi | Yes, by fare | Basic / Classic / Premium / Work from Sea by VoyageFair path |
| Group fitness | Yes | Group classes + gym |
| Daily service gratuities in the fare | No | ~$20 prepaid / ~$22 onboard from Oct 7, 2025 |
| Extra tip on drinks once grats covered | No | No extra tip expected on drinks, dining, or spa |
| Kids under 18 | No | Adults-only 18+ |
| Shore Things | No | Booked extra |
| Thermal Suite | No | Spa product; confirm live rates in the app — CamJon will not invent day-pass dollars |
Is specialty dining included on Virgin Voyages?
Yes. Every fare includes specialty dining at 20+ eateries. There is no buffet and no main dining room. Korean BBQ at Gunbae, upscale Mexican at Pink Agave, Italian at Extra Virgin, and the other venues are not cover-charge restaurants. Meals are made to order. The restaurant list does not change with Base, Essential, or Premium — only the reservation window does.
Are drinks included on Virgin Voyages?
Essential non-alcoholic drinks are included: still and sparkling water, soda, tea, drip coffee, and non-pressed juice. Alcohol, specialty coffee, and many premium non-alc drinks are extra. Virgin Voyages does not sell a traditional unlimited drink package. Sailors use a Bar Tab (prepaid credit, often with a bonus when purchased before sailing). Size a tab with the Bar Tab calculator. CamJon Travel will not invent cocktail or specialty-coffee menu dollars on this page.
Are tips included after October 7, 2025?
On bookings made from October 7, 2025, daily service gratuities sit on their own line. Plan on about $20 per Sailor per night if you prepay, or about $22 per Sailor per night if it posts onboard. Prepaid gratuities are locked and non-refundable per Virgin Voyages. Once that daily gratuity is covered, no additional tipping is expected on drinks, dining, or spa. Full policy: are tips still included on Virgin Voyages.
Is Wi-Fi included on Virgin Voyages?
Yes, and the tier follows VoyageFair. Included tier by VoyageFair fare:
- Base / Lock It In (standard) = Basic (1 device per Sailor)
- Essential (standard) = Classic (1 device per Sailor)
- Premium fare (standard) = Premium Wi-Fi (2 devices per Sailor)
- RockStar Quarters = Classic (1 device per Sailor)
- Mega RockStar Quarters = Work from Sea (2 devices per Sailor)
Premium fare Wi-Fi is not Work from Sea. Device map and upgrade rules: Virgin Voyages Wi-Fi by fare.
How do VoyageFair dining windows and Premium perks work?
Dining reservation windows (official VoyageFair launch framing): Base 15 days, Essential 45 days, Premium 60 days, RockStar and Mega RockStar 120 days. Premium also includes Premium Wi-Fi and an included Bar Tab / daily drink credit per Virgin Voyages' VoyageFair press language. For the live Premium credit amount on your quote, see the fare types hub rather than inventing a dollar here.
What still costs extra?
- Alcohol and specialty drinks — Bar Tab or menu prices; no unlimited package.
- Shore Things — curated experiences ashore are booked extra.
- Spa and Thermal Suite — treatments and Thermal access are extra. Do not invent a day-pass dollar.
- Select premium activities — a few experiences (for example Grog Walk-style add-ons) can carry a fee.
- Daily service gratuities on bookings from October 7, 2025.
- Retail — shops and merch.
Beach Club at Bimini access is included on sailings that call there; alcohol at the Beach Club still draws from Bar Tab / folio. Confirm your itinerary.
What about Splash of Romance and Sailing Club?
Splash of Romance is a limited cabin add-on (first 90 cabins per voyage). Marketing still lists an introductory $250 per cabin for two Sailors; official terms say the price can rise — confirm on Add-Ons before you buy. Details: Splash of Romance review. CamJon Travel will not invent spa component dollars to "prove" the package.
Sailing Club ladder (official, through December 31, 2026): member after 1 eligible voyage; Blue Extras on voyages 3–4; Deep Blue Extras from voyage 5+ (Sea-Blazers / Sea-Rovers already hold Deep Blue on eligible sailings). Status Match is closed. Details: Sailing Club guide. Blue Extras are enjoyed on voyages 3–4 after two eligible voyages are complete — not a membership unlock on voyage one.
Official sources fetched September 14, 2026: VoyageFair Choices FAQ (gratuities); VoyageFair Choices press; Sailor Services Wi-Fi by fare; Sailing Club. Published on this URL August 5, 2025 — do not redate.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is included on Virgin Voyages?
Every Virgin Voyages fare includes specialty dining at 20+ eateries (no buffet and no main dining room), essential non-alcoholic drinks, group fitness, entertainment, and Wi-Fi at the tier that comes with your VoyageFair fare. Daily service gratuities are separate (~$20 prepaid / ~$22 onboard from October 7, 2025). Alcohol, spa, Shore Things, and many extras cost more.
Is Virgin Voyages all-inclusive?
No. Virgin Voyages is transparent inclusive-value cruising, not a traditional all-inclusive where alcohol, spa, and shore days are prepaid. Read CamJon Travel's deeper dive: Is Virgin Voyages really all-inclusive?
Are tips included on Virgin Voyages?
Daily service gratuities are not in the voyage fare on bookings from October 7, 2025. Plan on about $20 per Sailor per night if you prepay, or about $22 onboard. Once that daily gratuity is covered, no extra tip is expected on drinks, dining, or spa.
Is Wi-Fi included on Virgin Voyages?
Yes. Under VoyageFair (bookings on or after October 7, 2025), included Wi-Fi follows your fare: Base/Lock It In = Basic (1 device per Sailor); Essential = Classic (1 device per Sailor); Premium fare = Premium Wi-Fi (2 devices per Sailor); RockStar = Classic; Mega RockStar = Work from Sea (2 devices per Sailor). Premium fare Wi-Fi is not Work from Sea.
Is food / specialty dining included?
Yes. All 20+ eateries are included in every fare with no specialty-dining cover charge. There is no buffet and no main dining room. Dining reservation windows still follow VoyageFair: Base 15 days, Essential 45, Premium 60, RockStar and Mega RockStar 120.
What costs extra on Virgin Voyages?
Alcohol and specialty coffee (Bar Tab or menu), spa and Thermal Suite, Shore Things, select premium activities, retail, and daily service gratuities on VoyageFair bookings. CamJon Travel will not invent competitor package dollars, spa day-pass dollars, or cocktail menu dollars.
Need a clear inclusions map before you book?
Email CamJon Travel—we map dining, Wi-Fi by fare, gratuities, and Bar Tab without inventing competitor package dollars. No extra fee to the Sailor.
About the Author
Cameron DeJong
Cameron DeJong is the Managing Partner of CamJon Travel and a recognized leader in the cruise industry, officially named a Top 100 First Mate in North America for Virgin Voyages in 2025. His expertise is built on a foundation of professional rigor; he is a Certified Travel Associate (CTA) through The Travel Institute and a member in good standing of the Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA). This dedication to professional standards is transparent and verifiable. His CLIA affiliation can be confirmed using Personal ID #00303911 on the official CLIA verification portal.
These credentials anchor his specialized focus on Virgin Voyages. As a Top 100 First Mate in North America for 2025, Cameron brings knowledgeable, firsthand guidance to every Sailor. Having been a specialist since the cruise line's inaugural voyage in 2021, he possesses an unparalleled understanding of every ship, Sailor Loot strategy, and itinerary nuance. Through expert planning and in-depth articles, Cameron leverages this comprehensive knowledge to ensure every traveler's voyage is seamless, informed, and absolutely brilliant.