Friends of Bill W. Meet
Friends of Bill W. is a self-hosted meeting, typically held around 9:00 AM on most days of the voyage.
Event Info
Friends of Bill W. Meet is a confidential gathering held onboard Virgin Voyages for sailors who are members of Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) or other recovery fellowships.
The meeting provides a private space for sailors to connect with others and support each other while at sea. It is typically scheduled for around 9:00 AM on most days of the voyage, although times and locations can vary.
Event Details
Friends of Bill W. Meet is included in the voyage fare and does not require booking or registration.
The gathering is self-hosted by attending sailors rather than being led by Virgin Voyages or The Happenings Cast. Virgin Voyages provides the meeting space and lists the gathering in the daily schedule.
What to Expect
- A private and respectful setting for sailors in recovery.
- A self-hosted meeting, with attending sailors organizing the discussion.
- Meetings typically scheduled for around 9:00 AM on most days.
- No additional charge, reservation or registration required.
- Members of other recovery fellowships may also attend.
Where and When
The exact location can vary by ship and voyage. Meetings are usually held in a quiet onboard venue and are typically scheduled during the morning.
Check the Virgin Voyages app or daily event schedule once onboard for the latest time and location.
How to Attend
Simply arrive at the listed location at the scheduled time. Because the gathering is self-hosted, there may not be a Virgin Voyages crew member present to organize or lead the meeting.
