The Ultimate Guide to Virgin Voyages

Not really. Virgin’s approach is “come as you are”: there are no formal nights and no jacket-required restaurants. Most Sailors dress smart-casual in the evening and dress up for the themed parties. Read our dress code guide.

Anything red. Some Sailors go all out with sequins and costumes, others just wear a red T-shirt. It’s all about joining in. Our packing list has ideas, plus what to bring for the PJ Party.

Cabins have both European and US-style sockets, plus USB ports, so UK Sailors only need a European or US adaptor. See our plug sockets guide.

We’d recommend it. The main restaurants are included, but tables at the most popular times go quickly, so book them in the app as soon as you can. The Galley and the casual spots don’t need a booking.

Very. Phil is gluten-free and rates Virgin as his top pick at sea, because every meal is cooked to order. Read Phil’s gluten-free guide.

Yes, the Sailing Club. It rewards returning Sailors with perks that build the more you sail. Our Sailing Club guide explains how it works.

Not at the moment, as Virgin no longer sails from the UK. Most of our Sailors fly to Miami for the Caribbean, to Europe for the Mediterranean, or to the Pacific coast for Alaska. We can build it into a package with flights and hotels, fully ATOL-protected. See your options from the UK.

Through a First Mate (Virgin’s name for its travel agents). You pay the same price as booking direct, and with us you also get bonus Sailor Loot and first-hand advice. See how booking with us works.