This isn’t your typical voyage announcement, this is the drop — a handpicked collection of immersive Specialty Cruises that combine Virgin Voyages’ signature style with festival-caliber experiences.
Each limited-edition drop is a one-time release; because sailing with us isn’t about escaping real life — it’s about upgrading it. And like any collector’s item, each is designed for Sailors in search of experiences where they can truly live in the moment and leave with stories worth retelling.
Whether you’re in the market for delicious events, retreat-style workshops, pop-up performances, or I-can’t-believe-that-just-happened moments, our Specialty Cruises are your front row seat to the most unforgettable Virgin Voyages experiences yet.
Explore the drop: a year of immersive experiences
Looking for the perfect reason to leave your email on “out of office”? We’ve got you covered! Here's a peek at what's sailing in 2026 (and selling fast).
- Holidays unleashed: Whether it’s an ugly sweater party to get into the Holiday spirit, or letting love rule the waves during Valentine's Day, our ships are ready for you to ring in all the holidays.
- Foodie moments: Now in its fifth year, our Eat & Drink Festival returns with reimagined menus, tasting events, cooking demos, bar takeovers, and culinary activations that turn each meal into a momentous (and delicious) event.
- Game day at sea: Stadium energy meets luxe surroundings during our Final Football Sunday game day viewing parties. Or beginning in June leading up to July 19th, celebrate every goal with fans around the globe during the World Football & Soccer Cup 😉.
- Relax and recharge: From group fitness and meditation classes to restorative workshops, set your intentions for the year during Wellbeing Season. Should that look like fresh-pressed juices and afternoon spa sessions, or margaritas by the pool — this is self-care your way.
- The VIP Experience: Each year Virgin adds a new chapter to its 50+ year legacy during our annual Red Hot Sailing Club Voyage. With special events and guest speakers from across the Virgin brand, this voyage celebrates and honors the people who make everything possible: you, our most loyal Sailors.
- Eclipse Voyages: Witness a solar eclipse (in full totality!) from the best seat in the world — the middle of the ocean. This is one of the most fascinating and rare events you could ever imagine, and we have two exclusive Eclipse Voyages that bring this one-of-a-kind experience to you.
Bold themes. Big moments. Headliner energy
Here’s the thing about drops — they only come around once. What makes these sailings so extraordinary that they should’ve been booked, like, yesterday? Let’s dive in:
- Immersive Experiences: Forget being a bystander — this is your main character moment. Be part of the story in the Halloween Edition costume contest, make sip happen in mixology classes, or score appreciation points with mom on Mother's Day.
- Themed Cruises & Itineraries: Romance? Laughter? Milestones? Each voyage features a custom lineup. We’re talking New Year's Eve parties, Comedy Festivals (from NYC or from Portsmouth), and next-level entertainment you won’t find anywhere else — especially when each one is adults-only.
- Intimate Gatherings: Picture boutique-style venues where you can actually see (or chat with) guest speakers, sip rare spirits in a hidden speakeasy, or embrace the holiday spirit at a curated feast where dishes and cleaning don’t exist.
Rare cruises that don’t restock — book the drop!
Our 2026 lineup of immersive sailings isn’t just about travel — it’s about collecting moments you can’t get twice. Chase a solar eclipse, raise a glass at a culinary festival, celebrate your favorite holiday somewhere new — just don’t be the one who says, “I wish I was there” be the one who says, “You had to be there”.
But like great stories that don’t restock — neither do these sailings. Explore the collection and secure your spot before this limited drop sells out.
