Virgin Voyages Bar Tab Explained: How It Works & Whether You Need One
The Virgin Voyages Bar Tab is a flexible way to enjoy premium drinks onboard without the commitment of a daily drinks package. Instead of paying a fixed per‑day rate, you pre‑purchase credit that can be used across bars, lounges, restaurants, cafés, and The Beach Club at Bimini.
What Is a Bar Tab?
A Bar Tab is a prepaid amount you load before your voyage that can be spent on premium drinks across the ship. It’s a simple and flexible alternative to drink packages that other cruise lines offer, giving you full control over when and how you use your credit.
Bar Tab Tiers & Bonus Value
Virgin Voyages adds bonus value to your Bar Tab when you purchase it before your sailing. Here’s the current structure:
- $200 → $225 total credit
- $300 → $350 total credit
- $500 → $600 total credit
- $750 → $925 total credit
- $1,000 → $1,250 total credit
The bonus ranges from 12.5% to 25% depending on which tier you choose.
What Can You Use a Bar Tab For?
Your Bar Tab can be spent on almost any premium drink, including:
- Cocktails
- Wines by the glass
- Beers
- Speciality coffees
- Smoothies
- Cold‑pressed juices
- Premium non‑alcoholic drinks
These are available at bars, lounges, cafés, restaurants, and The Beach Club at Bimini.
What a Bar Tab Doesn’t Cover
The Bar Tab is exclusively for premium beverages. It does not apply to:
- Non‑beverage purchases
- Packaged items to take off the ship
- Paid events or experiences where drinks are included in the ticket price
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Is a Bar Tab Worth It?
For many sailors, the Bar Tab offers excellent value. Drinks onboard are priced similarly to land‑based bars, and the bonus credit increases your overall spending power. If you enjoy cocktails, wines, smoothies, or speciality coffees during your voyage, the Bar Tab is often the most cost‑effective option.
If you mainly drink the complimentary beverages included in your fare, you may not need one. But if you enjoy even a couple of premium drinks per day, the Bar Tab typically pays for itself thanks to the bonus credit.
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