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TOP MISTAKES with the New Virgin Voyages Pricing

Christine Lozada
Christine Lozada
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👁️ 36K views📅 6 months ago⏱️ 14:01
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Creator's Key Takeaways

I just got off sailing number 32.

The base price of what you're looking at isn't showing it and isn't including it.

I am so stoked for you. I am so stoked for you.

It's very confusing. Right. That's how I feel about Virgin Voyage is trying to explain gratuitities and explain these tier changes.

Creator's Tips & Advice

Work with a travel agent for better deals and guidance.
Prepay gratuities upfront to save $2 per day.
Choose the right fare tier for flexibility (e.g., essentials or premium).
Book dining reservations at the appropriate window based on your tier.

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Understanding fare tiers and what they includeBook with a travel agent to navigate the tiers and find the right solution.
Dining reservation windowsBase and lock-in fares allow booking 15 days before sailing; essentials allow 45 days; premium allows 60 days.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat are the top mistakes people make with Virgin Voyages' new pricing?
QHow do the new fare tiers affect booking flexibility?
QWhat changes have been made to dining and gratuities?

Topics Covered

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YouTube Video Description

Virgin Voyages just changed their pricing, and a lot of sailors are getting it wrong. In this video, I’m breaking down the top mistakes people are making with the new fare tiers that went live October 7, 2025. From base pricing that locks you into random rooms to new rules about dining, name changes, and gratuities, I’m covering what you need to know before you book. The new pricing isn’t all bad... it’s just confusing. I’ll show you what’s actually worth paying for and what to avoid so your next sailing feels smooth, not stressful. ***** BOOK YOUR SAILING WITH US! ***** 💰Score the BEST deal and get a quote on your Virgin Voyages sailing! 🤓 Even TRAVEL AGENTS book with us (we get a better deal) 🔗https://bookwithcl.com 🔗https://bookwithcl.com 🔗https://bookwithcl.com Need a how to? Watch this 30 second tutorial… https://youtube.com/shorts/os33nG-8bmU ******************************************** 🛍️ Shop Amazon items I recommend for your Virgin Voyages Cruise: https://www.amazon.com/shop/whereintheworldiscl/list/JIWQXUV5AZRL 📝 MUST KNOW TIPS in a printable POCKET GUIDE for your sailing! https://christinelozada.com/courses/virgin-voyages-pocket-guide/ 🎥 SEE THE ENTIRE Virgin Voyages PLAYLIST: https://bit.ly/VirginVoyageCruise ☑️ Get a FREE Virgin Voyages packing list: https://christinelozada.kit.com/183f30a09b 🎉 Join the COMMUNITY! Ask questions, get helpful tips in the Virgin Voyages Facebook group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/virginvoyagescruisetips/ 📖 Read helpful blog posts https://whereintheworldiscl.com/tag/virgin-voyages/ 🎙️ LISTEN to the Virgin Voyages Tips Podcast! https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLzT02c_yTYsWF5AUgcKPjP2FQU8VVq7kv —————————————————— 🛳️ Let’s CONNECT! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/virginvoyagestips Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/virginvoyagescruisetips Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@virginvoyagestips 🙋🏻‍♀️Let’s CONNECT! Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/christinelozada Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/christinelozada Twitter: http://twitter.com/christinelozada Pinterest: http://www.pinterest.com/christinelozada Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@heychristinelozada —————————————————— 🤓 I’m Christine and I keep it REAL💯 and REAL FUN. I do A LOT of research before I travel and I take EVERYTHING I learned and EVERYTHING I experienced and I make the travel videos I WISH I GOT TO SEE. That’s what you’re seeing in this video and I hope it helps! I am NOT a Youtuber that just walks around with a camera showing you “random things and me living my best life”. These videos are created to HELP you KNOW WHAT TO EXPECT, plan the BEST trip possible, and take the trip! We ALL need to travel more. Made with tons of love. Xoxo 📱I created the first 100 YouTube videos of this channel using just my iPhone. I’ve (kinda) updated a few things since then… 🎒 MY VLOGGING GEAR: https://kit.co/christinelozada/vlog-like-me-me-meee Read through our YouTube disclaimer policy here: https://www.christinelozada.com/disclaimer —————————————————— ⏰ WHAT’S IN THIS VIDEO 0:00 What’s in this video 0:24 Booking base and cannot change room assignment 1:44 No name changes with base, essentials and lock it in 2:37 Dining reservations window 3:34 Upgrading to premium gives you more options 6:40 Gratuities are a separated out 8:09 No future voyage credit with Base pricing 9:15 Wifi is SLOWER for lower tiers 9:33 Understanding the different tiers IN GENERAL 11:00 Opinion #virginvoyages #virginvoyagescruise