Who our Sailors are

Everyone aged 18 and over is welcome to sail on a Voyage with us, but most of our booked guests are couples who fall in the range of 37 - 62, with an average age of 47. Over half are married and more than half still have children at home, but understand that taking time for oneself, or to reconnect with adult-age family and friends, contributes to your overall well-being.

Quality of every aspect of the experience is of the greatest importance to our Sailors, who are comfortable with paying a premium to enjoy the incredible vacation they expect.

Over 75% have cruised before but are excited to try something new, whether that’s sailing on an exclusively adult ship, enjoying our unique itineraries and ports, or experiencing our Always Included Luxury offering that includes all dining, gratuities, essential drinks, WiFi, and group fitness classes in the voyage fare. The other 25% are intrigued by the concept of an adventure at sea, changing up their usual vacation, to see what we mean when we say that we “Set Sail the Virgin Way” with brilliant service and incredible value.

What our Sailors love

Our Sailors are pioneers who are creative and value great design, live for discovery and collect experiences, embrace wellness and diversity, journey with open minds and open hearts, and see connection with others as a key element of travel.

Our Sailors love to explore, whether that means taking a tip about a cool cocktail den carved into a cliffside, or saying yes to trying a trend they heard about only yesterday (clear-bottom kayaking, anyone?). They love being treated like RockStars, with service and luxury that isn’t stuffy or formal, and avoid the “mediocrity of mass.” Restorative mornings or late nights under the stars — enjoyment comes at the intersection of exhilaration and inspiration.

What our Sailors need

A passport is required for our Sailors, valid for at least six months after the sailing date. Other sailing requirements may apply.

You Know Them Best

Your fellow First Mates share insight on who makes an ideal Virgin Voyages Sailor.

Part of our promise to be Brilliant For You is keeping you, our First Mates, in the know with all you need to share Virgin Voyages with your Sailors. Integral to this are first-hand opportunities for you to experience what it means to Set Sail The Virgin Way for yourself. We’ve been honored to host many First Mates who have already shared their insight on what types of clients would most love us. Here’s what they have to say:

  • "Perfect for clients who love adults-only, all-inclusive resorts with a variety of activities that cover all interests, from sporty to cerebral."

  • "Singles or couples looking for good dancing music and who like technology, healthy eating, and wellness."

  • "The perfect client is a health-conscious, fitness-oriented person who appreciates all of the included fitness classes, vegan and vegetarian food options, and the wonderful spa."

  • "Forward thinking, open-minded, somewhat adventurous, technology-forward clients who are young at heart, with a healthy or above average income."

  • "Adults who want to let loose, get wild, and are open to new experiences."

  • "Clients tired of the same old cruises, but who desire great food, even better service, and freedom from being nickel-and-dimed will love Virgin Voyages."

  • "I think the 40ish - 60ish age group looking to reconnect with the younger version of themselves will be attracted to the Virgin Voyages experience."

  • "Someone who loves cruising, but wants a more sophisticated and adult-oriented atmosphere than they can find on other cruise lines."

  • "Anyone who is a free-thinker, who does not need constant hand-holding, and wants to set the pace of their vacation will love all the opportunities Virgin presents to make their own good time."

  • "Fairly affluent travelers who prefer high-design party environments over quiet elegance and would rather be out of the room and participating in activities and socializing over staying in."

  • "They have to be willing to try new experiences, a new way to cruise, and let the stress of the world wash away with the waves."

  • "An adventurous person with youthful energy, seeking a kid-free experience and willing to break away from the typical cruise line and try something completely different."

  • "The perfect client for VV is someone who enjoys incredible food, does not need to have their schedule planned in advance, and is socially open-minded. Women on trips with their friends and LGBTQIA+ clients will love it."

  • "Virgin Voyages is for active and wellness-focused friends, couples, and solos with no boundaries, no schedules, and no tolerance for anything but the best food."