Virgin Voyages, the adults-only cruise line sailing to destinations across the Caribbean, Mediterranean, and beyond, offers Bar Tab as a pre-purchased onboard credit (part of its Sailor Loot system) that Sailors can spend on premium beverages across all ships and at The Beach Club at Bimini. This guide answers the questions advisors hear most often about how Bar Tab works, how it's purchased, what it covers, and the rules around bonus credit, cancellations, and refunds.
What Is Bar Tab?
Bar Tab is a pre-purchased amount of onboard credit (Sailor Loot) that Virgin Voyages sailors put toward premium beverages—both alcoholic and non-alcoholic—across all ships and at The Beach Club at Bimini. It can be shared among cabin mates or other sailors, making it a flexible way to cover drinks throughout the voyage.
Bar Tab Purchase Amounts & Bonus Structure
Bar Tab Purchase | Bonus Bar Tab Credit | Total Value |
|---|---|---|
$200 | $25 | $225 |
$300 | $50 | $350 |
$500 | $100 | $600 |
$750 | $175 | $925 |
$1000 | $250 | $1250 |
How to Purchase Bar Tab
Virgin Voyages app
My Account (online)
Through a travel agent
By calling Sailor Services: 954-488-2955 (US), +44 (20) 30034919 (UK), or +61 (1800) 491708 (AUS)
Must be pre-purchased up to 24 hours prior to sailing — Bar Tab cannot be bought once onboard
What Can Bar Tab Be Used For?
Covers any premium drinks, both alcoholic and non-alcoholic, served onboard
Can be shared among cabin mates or other sailors on the same voyage
Usable across all ships and at The Beach Club at Bimini
Only valid for drinks consumed onboard or at The Beach Club at Bimini—cannot be applied to other experiences like the Spa or shore excursions
What Bar Tab Cannot Be Used For
Bar Tab cannot be used to purchase packaged items to take off the ship, such as coffee bags, wine, or bottles of spirits
Bar Tab is only redeemable for drinks consumed onboard or at The Beach Club at Bimini—it does not cover off-ship consumption
Bar Tab cannot be transferred to pay for other onboard experiences, such as Spa services or shore excursions
Bar Tab cannot be paid for using Promotional Future Voyage Credit or Promotional Sailor Loot
Unused Bar Tab credit, including any bonus amount, is non-refundable at the end of the voyage and cannot be redeemed for cash
Refunds & Changes
Can I get a refund if I cancel my Bar Tab?
Yes. Bar Tab may be canceled with a refund up to 24 hours before voyage departure.
What happens to unused Bar Tab credit at the end of the voyage?
Any unused Bar Tab credit—both the amount you purchased and any bonus credit—is non-refundable at the end of the voyage and cannot be redeemed for cash.
If I change my voyage date, does my Bar Tab transfer with me?
Yes. If your voyage date changes, your Bar Tab may be transferred to the new voyage.
Can I use Promotional Future Voyage Credit or Promotional Sailor Loot to pay for Bar Tab?
No. Bar Tab cannot be paid with Promotional Future Voyage Credit or Promotional Sailor Loot.
Is there a deadline for purchasing or canceling Bar Tab?
Bar Tab must be pre-purchased up to 24 hours prior to sailing and cannot be bought onboard. The same 24-hour-before-departure window applies for canceling with a refund.
Can I get cash back for Bar Tab I don't use onboard?
No. Bar Tab cannot be redeemed for cash, whether it's the purchased amount or the bonus credit.
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