Benefits of Sailing with VV Insider
Get these benefits by booking your next cruise with us or transferring your existing booking or MNVV (placeholder) to us.
Virgin Voyages Experts
VV Insider is the #1 independent resource for Sailors around the world.
Virgin Voyages expertise, from real sailors
VV Insider is a trusted, independent Virgin Voyages resource founded in 2023 by Rob and David. We’ve sailed 30+ times across the fleet and share practical, regularly updated advice to the whole Sailor community.
Now we offer that same expertise end-to-end, offering planning support and exclusive perks, making sure VV Insider is the best way to book a Virgin Voyages vacation.
Best Rates, No Added Fees
Pay in any supported currency ($, £, € and more), plus extra support and perks for free!
Same price as booking direct, plus extra support and perks
Booking with VV Insider costs the same as booking direct with Virgin Voyages, your sailing is reserved securely in the Virgin Voyages system, but you get more along the way.
You’ll instantly get access to our Red Diamond Club with ad-free VV Insider access, tailored pre-sailing support and direct contact with our team.
'Top 10' First Mate Agency
Your reservation is handled by a Gold accredited First Mate agency, ranked Top 10 over multiple years.
Your bookings are serviced with a trusted First Mate Agency
A ‘First Mate’ is a Travel Advisor who specializes in Virgin Voyages vacations planning. When using a First Mate your booking and payments are still handled securely in the Virgin Voyages system.
Bookings made through VV Insider are handled by The Cruise Boys, a Gold-Tier Top 10 First Mate agency for 3 years and an authorized Virgin Voyages partner powered by KVI Travel.
Personal Planning & Direct Support
Tailored voyage updates, tips, and direct access to the VV Insider team.
Personal help before you sail, so nothing gets missed
We’ll send you planning emails and practical tips at the right moments, from cabins and add-ons, to dining, must-see entertainment and embarkation, so your Virgin Voyages vacation runs smoothly.
What’s more, you can ‘reply’ to any of our emails for 1-2-1 expert support at any time.
VV Insider Loyalty Program
Earn ‘Diamonds’ every time you book, redeem for onboard credit.
Earn ‘Diamonds’ on top of Sailing Club
Diamonds are VV Insider’s thank-you reward as part of our Red Diamond Club. When you book a Virgin Voyages sailing through VV Insider, you’ll earn Diamonds. They become available once you’ve sailed, ready to redeem for onboard credit on future sailings.
Diamonds sit alongside Virgin Voyages’ own Sailing Club benefits, so when you book with us, you earn double rewards!
Ad-free VV Insider
Enjoy an uninterrupted experience while planning your voyage.
Plan your voyage without the interruptions
VV Insider is supported by advertising so we can keep our guides and tools free for Sailors worldwide. As a thank you for booking with us, you’ll get Red Diamond Club access, when you’re logged in, you can browse VV Insider completely ad-free while you plan your next voyage.
Your Invite to the Red Diamond Club
As soon as you book your first voyage through VV Insider, you’ll snag a free invite to the Red Diamond Club, our exclusive loyalty program. Membership gives you ad-free access across vvinsider.com, plus a member portal with instant access to our most-used content and tools.
Easily track the Diamonds you’ve earned as part of our loyalty program and then redeem them towards onboard credit on future sailings.
Up to $200 “Sail Forward” Onboard Credit on Selected Voyages
- Get up to $200 in Sailor Loot on selected itineraries depending on voyage length.
- Sea Terrace/Rockstar Quarters/Mega Rockstar category only excluding lock-it-in rates.
- Automatically applied to eligible bookings with VV Insider using the links below.
- Subject to change at any time. For further details, exclusions & terms click here.
Need Help Deciding?
If you need help to find the perfect voyage, the expert team at VV Insider can help. Start a chat with us or submit an enquiry to get going:
Got a My Next Virgin Voyage (MNVV) Placeholder?
Please contact us to be added to your placeholder before booking: Request to add VV Insider to my MNVV placeholder
Transfer a Booking
If you booked direct or with another agent, transfer to get Red Diamond Club perks: Transfer my Virgin Voyages booking to VV Insider
