What Is Virgin Voyages Splash of Romance? (2026 Priority Boarding)
Current as of September 14, 2026 · By Cameron DeJong · CamJon Travel
What Splash of Romance is (and is not)
Splash of Romance is Virgin Voyages’ limited cabin add-on with a dedicated check-in experience plus voyage perks. It is not Splash of Serenity. It is also not the Thermal Suite sold as a stand-alone spa product. Name both plainly: Splash of Romance is the package; the Thermal Spa pass inside it is Redemption Spa access for a set window on the day you choose.
Official T&Cs (updated June 18, 2026; re-checked September 14, 2026) limit the package to the first ninety (90) cabins per voyage. Marketing lists priority boarding; the legal language is a dedicated check-in experience before you sail, then the voyage inclusions below.
What is in Splash of Romance (Yes / No)
This is an inclusions check—not a fake value-math table. CamJon Travel does not invent a la carte spa, champagne, juice, or Sail Away dollars when Virgin Voyages does not publish them on the Splash page.
| Perk | In Splash of Romance | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Dedicated / priority check-in | Yes | Pre-voyage dedicated check-in experience |
| 3-hour Thermal Spa pass per Sailor | Yes | Redemption Spa; day of the Sailor’s choice |
| Shake for Champagne | Yes | Bottle delivered to cabin, sunlounger, or wherever on board |
| Toast of Romance cocktail event | Yes | Designated location at Virgin Voyages’ sole discretion |
| Daily cold-pressed juice | Yes | Gym & Tonic Bar; once per day per Sailor |
| Chocolates | Yes | One collection per voyage, delivered to cabin |
| Unlimited drinks / Bar Tab | No | Not part of this package |
| Work from Sea Wi-Fi | No | Mega RockStar product; not Splash |
| Same as Splash of Serenity | No | Different name; do not mix with Thermal Suite alone |
Four core early-board paths (CamJon operational)
As of September 14, 2026, CamJon Travel tracks four core ways onto the ship ahead of general groups:
- RockStar suite — dedicated RockStar check-in; boarding is built in. Cost-benefit context: is a RockStar suite worth it.
- Mega RockStar suite — same early path at the top suite tier.
- Deep Blue Extras (Sailing Club) — priority boarding; a cabin mate may join if you arrive together (official Sailing Club T&Cs). Ladder: Sailing Club Blue vs Deep Blue.
- Splash of Romance dedicated check-in — the bookable add-on on this page when you do not already have a suite or Deep Blue Extras boarding.
CamJon note (not an official Virgin Voyages press claim): Virtuoso complimentary priority boarding was tracked as gone as of June 8, 2026. Do not invent a replacement amenity. If an older advisor page still sells Virtuoso anytime embarkation, treat it as stale.
App check-in is not priority boarding. Completing check-in early only helps you grab a better general Terminal Arrival Time. Follow the arrival time in the Virgin Voyages app—that is the rule. Clock times you may hear on the ground (roughly RockStar mid-day, priority after that, general later) are operational approximates, not Splash T&Cs. Terminal walk-through: Terminal V Miami guide.
How much does it cost? ($250 hedge)
Official marketing still frames an introductory $250 USD per cabin for two Sailors. Official T&Cs say that $250 applied if the package was booked on or before October 31, 2022, and that on and after November 1, 2022 the price will increase, with the increase determined at the time. Price is based on the purchase date. Virgin Voyages may modify or cancel the offering.
Therefore: do not treat $250 as a guaranteed current rate. Confirm what Add-Ons shows for your sailing before you buy. CamJon Travel will not invent a "new current" dollar when the official page has not published one.
Who should buy it — and who should skip
Strong fit if you: need dedicated check-in and do not have RockStar or Deep Blue Extras; will use the 3-hour Thermal Spa pass per Sailor; want Shake for Champagne, juices, Toast of Romance, and chocolates on one sailing; are celebrating and want the package stack without buying a suite.
Skip if you: already board early in a RockStar or Mega RockStar suite; already have Deep Blue Extras boarding; will not use spa time or champagne; expected Virtuoso complimentary priority boarding (that CamJon-tracked path is gone as of June 8, 2026).
Niche wedding packages or an Annual Pass sometimes get talked about as boarding shortcuts. CamJon Travel does not invent those products’ boarding rules here—confirm on the booking if that is your path. For almost everyone, the four core paths above are what matter.
Fare context (what is and is not "all inclusive"): is Virgin Voyages really all inclusive.
How to secure Splash of Romance
Add the package before you sail through Virgin Voyages Add-Ons after the main booking is confirmed (app or website). Official T&Cs do not spell out "not sold onboard" in the June 18, 2026 text we re-fetched—so hedge: add before you sail and confirm it still shows on Add-Ons / your account. Only about 90 cabins per voyage can buy it, so popular sailings sell out.
Double-check the confirmation after purchase. If it is sold out or missing from the account, email cameron@camjontravel.com and CamJon Travel can help you troubleshoot or look for an opening.
Official source fetched September 14, 2026: Virgin Voyages Splash of Romance (marketing + "Add a Splash of Romance Experience Package" T&Cs updated June 18, 2026). Published on this URL April 13, 2025 — do not redate.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Virgin Voyages Splash of Romance?
Splash of Romance is Virgin Voyages’ limited cabin add-on package (first 90 cabins per voyage). Official inclusions: dedicated check-in, one 3-hour Thermal Spa pass per Sailor, Shake for Champagne, Toast of Romance cocktail event, daily cold-pressed juices at Gym & Tonic Bar, and chocolates delivered to the cabin. It is not Splash of Serenity and not the Thermal Suite sold alone.
Is Splash of Romance the same as Splash of Serenity?
No. Splash of Romance is the add-on package with dedicated check-in and voyage perks. Thermal Suite is a Redemption Spa product. Splash of Serenity is a different name assistants often confuse with this package. Do not mix the three.
Is Splash of Romance worth it for priority boarding?
It can be, if you need dedicated check-in and will use the spa pass, champagne, juices, and Toast of Romance. Skip it if you already board early via RockStar, Mega RockStar, or Deep Blue Extras. Confirm the current package price on Add-Ons before you buy.
How much does Splash of Romance cost?
Official marketing and T&Cs still list an introductory $250 USD per cabin for two Sailors. T&Cs say that rate applied if booked on or before October 31, 2022, and that the price can increase after that date based on purchase date. Confirm the live price on the Add-Ons screen. Do not treat $250 as a guaranteed current rate.
Who should skip Splash of Romance?
Skip it if you are already in a RockStar or Mega RockStar suite, or if you have Deep Blue Extras boarding through Sailing Club. Also skip if you will not use the spa pass, champagne, or early dedicated check-in. Those Sailors already have boarding covered or will not use the package value.
Does the app arrival time give you priority boarding?
No. Completing app check-in and picking a Terminal Arrival Time is not the same as priority boarding. True dedicated check-in comes from RockStar, Mega RockStar, Deep Blue Extras, or Splash of Romance. Follow the arrival time shown in the Virgin Voyages app.
Need help deciding on Splash of Romance?
Tell CamJon Travel your sailing, cabin type, and whether you already have RockStar or Deep Blue Extras. We will confirm whether Splash of Romance still makes sense—and what Add-Ons shows for price and availability—without inventing spa or champagne dollars.
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.