What's the benefit of purchasing Bar Tab? It pays to pre-pay! Aside from setting aside Sailor Loot specifically for premium bevvies on board, we're throwing in an additional $50 on us for every $300 pre-purchased of Bar Tab. So feel free to order that extra drink - and don't be afraid to Shake for Champagne.

Whether the Virgin Voyages Bar Tab is "worth it" depends entirely on your drinking habits and whether you pre-purchase it before your 2026 sailing. Unlike traditional cruise lines that offer "unlimited" daily drink packages, Virgin uses a "pre-paid credit" system. In 2026, a standard offer is a $300 Bar Tab with a $50 to $100 bonus added by the cruise line. It is "worth it" for most travelers because the bonus credit effectively gives you free drinks, and the credit can be used for anything from specialty coffees at The Grounds Club and fresh juices to premium cocktails and champagne. Since most cocktails on board are reasonably priced ($12–$15), a $300 tab lasts much longer than a high-cost daily package on another line. However, the tab is non-refundable; if you don't spend it all by the end of the voyage, you lose the remaining balance. If you are a light drinker or prefer only the "basic" sodas and waters (which are already free on Virgin), the bar tab may not be worth the upfront cost, though the "bonus" incentive makes it a high-value perk for social "sailors."