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Everything you need to sail Virgin like a pro
Dining and bars, cabins, the Bar Tab, Scarlet Night, loyalty, and know-before-you-go tips — all in one place, from advisors who've sailed the fleet. New guides added all the time. Something we didn't cover? The Cruise Boys® are a message away.
Sailing from Vancouver: Virgin Voyages' Alaska Homeport Guide
Vancouver pairs with Seattle for Virgin's Alaska season — sail one-way aboard Brilliant Lady, right from downtown at Canada Place.
Sailing from San Juan: Virgin Voyages' Southern Caribbean Homeport Guide
Sailing from Puerto Rico means more islands and less time at sea — here's the Old San Juan terminal, the quick airport run, and where Valiant Lady goes.
Sailing from Reykjavík: Virgin Voyages' Iceland Homeport Guide
One of Virgin's most striking embarkation points — start or finish an Iceland or transatlantic voyage from Reykjavík aboard Valiant Lady.
Sailing from Portsmouth: Virgin Voyages' UK Homeport Guide
Virgin sails Britain, Northern Europe and Iceland from England's south coast aboard Valiant Lady — here's the port, the London connection, and the routes.
Sailing from Los Angeles: Virgin Voyages' West Coast Homeport Guide
Virgin's West Coast debut sails Mexico and Baja from San Pedro aboard Brilliant Lady — here's the terminal, the airport run, and where she goes.
Sailing from Rome (Civitavecchia): Your Virgin Voyages Homeport Guide
Virgin's gateway to Rome sits about an hour from the city — here's the terminal, how to get there, and where Scarlet Lady sails in the Med.
Sailing from Seattle: Your Virgin Voyages Alaska Homeport Guide
Virgin Voyages brings Brilliant Lady to Seattle for its first Alaska season — here's the terminal, how to get there, where she sails, and how to start your Inside Passage cruise relaxed.
Sailing from New York: Your Virgin Voyages Brooklyn Homeport Guide
Virgin Voyages sails from New York — from Brooklyn, not Manhattan. Here's the terminal, how to get there, where Valiant Lady goes, and why to book while the season lasts.
LGBTQ+ on Virgin Voyages
An adults-only line that's genuinely inclusive — here's what makes Virgin a favorite for LGBTQ+ travelers.
Honeymoons & Couples on Virgin Voyages
Adults-only, design-forward, and romantic without being stuffy — why couples love Virgin.
Virgin Voyages Transatlantic Crossing Guide
Days at sea, a moving ship, and real value — what a Virgin transatlantic is really like.
Virgin Voyages Mediterranean & Greek Isles Itinerary Guide
Sun-soaked ports, late nights ashore, and overnights in the islands — what a Virgin Med sailing is like.
Virgin Voyages Daytime Events: Bottomless Brunch, Grog Walk & More
The parties don't wait for nightfall — here are Virgin's signature daytime happenings.
Virgin Voyages Pools, Sun Decks & Cabanas: Every Outdoor Space
Where to find sun, a pool, a quiet corner, or a rentable cabana — the whole top-deck map.
Disembarkation Day on Virgin Voyages: The Smooth Exit
How to leave the ship without the chaos — the two ways off, and how to time your flight.
Virgin Voyages Luggage Guide: Tags, Allowance & Drop-Off
How bags work on Virgin — tags, what you can bring, and the drop-and-explore embarkation trick.
Do You Need a Passport for Virgin Voyages? Entry Requirements Explained
When you can sail without a passport, when you can't, and what's coming for Europe travel.
Where to Get Breakfast on Virgin Voyages
From a quick grab-and-go to a sit-down steak-and-eggs — every breakfast option, and when it's open.
Coffee & Sweets on Virgin Voyages: Grounds Club, Gelato & More
Where to get your caffeine and sugar fix — and what's included versus what costs a little extra.
Ariya by Razzle Dazzle: Virgin's New Indian Restaurant on Valiant Lady
Virgin's buzzy new modern-Indian restaurant, created with a Food Network chef — and it's included.