Virgin includes a lot in your fare, but alcohol isn’t part of it. Alongside the bars and the Bar Tab, there are a few ticketed drinks experiences you book in the app once you’re on board. We’ve done the two big ones, and we’d book both again.
Grog Walk
If you want to make friends on board, this is the one. You’re put into a group with other Sailors and the Happenings Cast take you round the ship, bar to bar, with a drink at each stop. There are plenty of icebreakers and silly games along the way, so it’s a brilliant laugh, and by the end you’ll know half the ship. For the rest of the voyage you’ll keep bumping into your Grog Walk crew.
It’s perfect if you’re new to Virgin, sailing solo, or just fancy meeting people. When we did it, it cost around $40.
Our Grog Walk tips
- Book it on day one. It’s popular and can sell out, especially on short sailings.
- Go early in the voyage. The whole point is the friends you make, so you want them for the rest of the trip.
- Eat first. There’s a drink at every stop, and it adds up.
- Join in. The games are daft, and that’s what makes it fun.
Bottomless Brunch
Brunch food is included as usual. What you pay for is bottomless drinks during your meal, and it’s really good value. When we sailed Valiant Lady in August 2026, it was $35 for bottomless mimosas, sparkling wine, rosé, draft beer and a couple of brunch cocktails, or $75 to upgrade to bottomless Moët & Chandon.
Brunch at Razzle Dazzle is a party in itself, with bold food and plenty of fizz. On a lazy sea day, there’s no better way to start the afternoon.
Our tip: don’t be shy about asking for a top-up. The crew won’t usually refill your glass unprompted, so catch your waiter’s eye and ask politely. We’ve never had a problem when we’ve asked. At $35, you only need a few glasses for it to pay for itself compared with buying by the glass.
Brunch elsewhere on board
The Wake also does a lovely brunch, with dishes such as eggs Benedict and French toast. It’s included in your fare, and you can add drinks as you go. See our Virgin Voyages menus for the latest brunch menus on every ship.
Lotería Gigante
A Mexican take on bingo with tequila and mezcal tasting as you play. It’s really popular, though we’ve never done it ourselves: tequila just doesn’t agree with one of us!
Other tastings and classes
Depending on the ship and sailing, you’ll also find wine and spirit tastings, cocktail classes and themed events, especially during festival sailings. Our Brilliant Lady trip review covers the Festival of Senses events we did.
How to book and pay
- Book in the Virgin app once you’re on board. The Grog Walk can sell out, so book it on day one.
- Charges go on your Sailor account, and you can use Sailor Loot towards them.
- Prices are in US dollars, like everything on board.
At a glance
| Experience | Price we paid | Best for | Our verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grog Walk | around $40 | Meeting people, solo sailors, first-timers | Book it |
| Bottomless Brunch | $35, or $75 with Moët | Sea days, groups, celebrations | Book it, and ask for top-ups |
| Lotería Gigante | Varies | Tequila and mezcal fans | Popular, but not one for us |
Are they worth it?
Yes, both of them. The Grog Walk is the best way to meet people on board, and Bottomless Brunch is great value on a lazy sea day. Just remember to ask for those top-ups.
Doing a lot of drinking on board? Our Virgin drinks prices guide has a Bar Tab calculator to see whether pre-paying works out cheaper.
FAQs
How much is the Grog Walk on Virgin Voyages?
When we did it, it was around $40 per person. Prices are in US dollars and can change, so check the app on board.
How much is Bottomless Brunch on Virgin Voyages?
On Valiant Lady in August 2026 it was $35, or $75 for bottomless Moët & Chandon. The food is included in your fare.
Can I use Sailor Loot on the Grog Walk?
Yes. Charges go on your Sailor account, and Sailor Loot can be used towards them.
Do I need to book the Grog Walk in advance?
Book it in the app as soon as you’re on board. It’s popular and can sell out.
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