Like Disney, Virgin will only offer a military rate when a sailing is undersold and they are trying to move the market, without collapsing the price.
Offering discounts to just military and first responders is a way of limiting the audience who has access to your fire sale.
Well, it’s not that bad. But I have never seen Virgin prices this low, with so many sailings qualifying for a military discount.
So, if you were thinking about a Virgin cruise, and can go in 2025, you’ll be paying much less than if you went in 2024, or will in 2026.
In a month from now, if Virgin is only offering their military discount on 2 cruises, we’ll know that Virgin pricing is back up to where their folks think it should be.
Our Military and Veteran Discount applies to all Virgin cruises and cabins.
These links to all Virgin Cruises have:
*Live pricing,
*best deals at the top of the lists,
*show all available cabins,
*prices discounted below Virgin’s lowest rate: Our Military Discount is Applied!
All Virgin Cruises by destination:
Caribbean, Bahamas and Bermuda
Mediterranean, Northern Europe, Panama Canal, Alaska
Los Angeles to Mexico and Panama
New York to Bermuda and New England.
Does Virgin offer a Military Discount?
Yes, but only on select cruises, select cabins, and full payment rules apply.
Virgin Voyages introduced its military discount program in late December of 2024, offering up to 15% off voyage fares for U.S. and Canadian military personnel and first responders. That is a generous discount!
However, it only applies to SELECT sailings. And sometimes, that’s only 3 sailings! That’s it! As of April 2025, it applies to 50 Virgin cruise dates. That’s the most we’ve ever seen.
This means that there is a lot of unsold inventory in 2025 cruises, and prices are lower than they’ve ever been.
What are TODAY’s SELECT Virgin cruises that qualify for Virgin’s Military Discount?
Careful – this list takes you to our Virgin co-brand page, which will not reveal our exclusive rates, which today are lower than Virgin’s military rate!
So, come back to our site to be sure you’re getting the lowest price, AND, to get BOTH military discounts applied if Virgin has one!
Use this link to see a full list, updated daily! https://militarycruise.deals/VirginsMilitaryFirstRespondersDiscountedCruises
(Note, that discount may only apply to select cabin types on those cruises!)
Here are Virgin cruises with a 15% military discount. Here are those with a 10% discount, and those with a 5% discount.
Remember, our 5% military discount and onboard credit stack on top of that when you book on our site.
Which cabins qualify for Virgin’s Military Discount?
Offer is available on XL Sea Terrace, Central Sea Terrace, The Sea Terrace, Limited View Sea Terrace, Sea Terrace Slightly Smaller Balcony, Sea View, Social Insider, and Insider cabins only.
Who is eligible for Virgin’s Military Discount?
Veterans, if you have a DD214, you qualify!
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Military Personnel: Active members, veterans, spouses, and surviving spouses of U.S. and Canadian military branches (e.g., Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, Coast Guard, Space Force, National Guard).
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First Responders: Firefighters, EMTs, paramedics, and police officers.
- Also included: NOAA Corps U.S. Public Health Service
How do you get your military discount applied to your Virgin cruise?
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If we book the cruise for you – we use the promo code SERVICERATE at checkout. If you book yourself online, you must do this too!
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Proof of military or first responder status (e.g., ID card) is required at check-in.
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The discount applies to select cabin types and sailings.
How much is Virgin’s military discount?
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Discounts range from 5% to 15%, depending on voyage demand and availability.
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It can be combined with certain promotions but is not compatible with all programs (e.g., “My Next Virgin Voyage”).
Do Rockstar Suites qualify for Virgin’s Military Discount?
NO! They are not on the above list. However, Rockstar Suites WILL get the 5% discount offered by us, Military Cruise Deals!
We apply our additional 5% discount to any cabin on all Virgin cruises.
Does Virgin’s Military Discount combine with their other offers?
It almost always combines with their normal, biggest promotion: which is currently 75% off second guest, and up to $300 in instant savings.
However, special discounted rates like: sailors traveling under the Voyage Vacation Program, Casino Player Program, First Mate Rates, Interline Rates, or a reduced fare Access Key are not eligible for this offer. The Military and First Responders Rates Offer is not combinable with My Next Virgin Voyage Program, Tour Operators or any of our Group / Circles programs.
What is Virgin’s deposit requirement for their cruises with a Military and Veteran Discount?
They have a Full Payment Rule: You have to pay in full at the time of booking to qualify for their Military and First Responder Rates!
BUT, most of their cruises with the Military and Veteran discount are last-minute cruises which depart in the next 2-5 months, so full payment would be due anyway.
HERE again are the HOT LINKS you NEED to SEARCH ALL Virgin Cruises:
*Live pricing,
*best deals at the top of the lists,
*see all available cabins,
*prices discounted below Virgin’s lowest rate: Our Military Discount is Applied!
Virgin cruise destinations:
Caribbean, Bahamas and Bermuda
Bimini, Key West, Grank Turk, Caymens, Cozumel, Puerto Plata
Canada and East Coast:
Boston, Quebec, Eastport, Charleston South Carolina and Newport Rhode Island
Mediterranean, from Barcelona, Rome and Athens, from Lisbon to Turkey
Northern Europe, to Iceland and Ireland
Panama Canal Full transit cruises, 16 days from coast to coast! Only 2 sailings in 2026
Alaska Adults Only Virgin yachts are coming to Alaska! 7-day cruises from Seattle,
Los Angeles to Mexico and Panama
New York to Bermuda and New England.
Kid-free Virgin Voyages is the first of its kind.
It’s the first AFFORDABLE cruise line with a NO KIDS policy.
VIRGIN IS MORE AFFORDABLE than you think: gratuities, wifi, specialty dining and all shows are included. Virgin looks more expensive than other cruise lines until you add up how much all these freebies on Virgin will cost you on other cruise lines.
(Viking River and Ocean cruises are the only other cruise line that has a no-kids policy, but that luxury line averages $5000 per person.)
There are only FOUR ships in the Virgin fleet: Scarlet Lady; Valiant Lady; Brilliant Lady and Resilient Lady. Funny, uh.
How much do Virgin Voyages cruises cost, compared to other cruise lines?
Virgin Voyages is slightly more expensive than similar cruises on Carnival and MSC. But about same price as Royal Caribbean and Norwegian and Celebrity because Virgin’s prices include GRAUITIES, WIFI, and a basic drink package of water, juice, and specialty coffee.
But its price point is still way below the luxury lines, so it occupies an interesting niche.
“I’m not going only for the younger crowd,” says Mr. Branson. “I think there are older folks like me who are looking for something fun and cool.”
What’s included on a Virgin Voyages cruise?
Wifi and Gratuities are included, and the food and drinks are top-notch, so there’s still good value there.
There are no big buffets or dining halls. Rather, about 20 smaller eateries that feel like chic restaurants.
They do have a 24/7 diner that serves up all the types of late-night food you’ll need – during your late nights. 🙂
Also included are a wide variety of exercise classes: yoga, high-intensity intervals, boxing – anything that’s the latest rage will be on these ships.
What are the cabins like? High-tech, Boutique glamour…
Regular cabin amenities include:
– Roomy Rainshowers
– Mood lighting
– Clever cabin control
– 43″+ 4K flat-screen HDTV with Bluetooth connectivity for mobile phones
– In-room mini-bar with ice bucket, bottle opener, and glassware
– Bathroom necessities such as shampoo, conditioner, body wash and hand wash
– Hairdryer
– In-room safe (fits 17″ laptop)
– At least 4 North American (110v) and 1 European (220v) power outlet, plus 6 USB ports
– Open wardrobe space
Virgin Promises VIP service for Rockstar Suites. What’s included with that?
Rockstar Suites also include this:
– Suites by world-renowned designer Tom Dixon of the Design Research Studio.
– RockStar Services Crew support to accommodate any special requests before and during your voyage
– Early access to bookable experiences on shore and at sea
– Select beverages on us
– Exclusive access to everything on board – even behind-the-scenes doors
– Membership to Richard’s Rooftop, an exclusive sun deck for RockStar Quarters Sailors
Of course, there’s a record player and a fully stocked bar. And a champagne table on the huge terrace.
It’s OK sweety, you’re in the 99% percentile if you’re left blinking and thinking, “Pardon me for being so backwater, but … what makes it a ‘champagne table?”
Small round table with an ice bucket in the center. (I had to google it and I’ve been around the luxury block.)
Campagne gives even GOD a raging headache…so why bother?
The rockstar suites contain a table with STAIRS, so presumably, you’re less likely to horribly injure yourself when you get up on there to do a drunken dance.
What is Virgin’s deposit requirement, and change and cancellation policy?
The deposit is 20% of the cruise fare and is due at the time of booking. Full payment is due 120 days before departure.
You can get a free 24-hour hold as long as the cruise is more than 45 days out.
Changes can be made up to 45 days prior to sailing, as long as it’s CHANGED to a cruise departing within 1 year.
– You have the most flexibility outside of 120 days prior to your voyage. If you’re booking at this time, you have a 7-day grace period to request a full refund on your deposit and any other payments made. Refunds will be issued to your original form of payment.
– After the grace period (but still before the 120-day mark), you can receive a full refund on any payments, not including your deposit. For your deposit, you will receive Future Voyage Credit at this time.
– Between 119 and 45 days, any funds paid will be converted to Future Voyage Credit, good to use on any voyage 1 year from the original voyage start date. Sweet deal, huh?
– Within 44 days of your voyage, all funds paid are final. But you do have the option to send a mate in your place up to 48 hours before your voyage if you really can’t sail.
Can you bring your miniature horse if it is a service animal?
Can I get a beverage package? Do I need a beverage package? How expensive are the drinks?
Virgin’s drink offering is impressive because it’s affordable. All beer is $5 to $6, cocktails are $9 and wines are under $10, and that includes a tip!
Most drink packages are a bit much for everyone except dedicated, 12-drinks-a-day-every-day drinkers.
Virgin doesn’t do that. The only thing they do is let you purchase a $300 prepaid bar tab, and they’ll top that off with an extra $50.
CONTACT US TO GET YOUR MILITARY DISCOUNT ON A VIRGIN VOYAGE CRUISE!