Ultimate Virgin Voyages Packing List Cruise
Your ultimate guide to Virgin Voyages Packing List
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Packing for a Virgin Voyages cruise is a little different than your typical family sailing. With adults-only vibes, elevated dining, and a focus on wellness and nightlife, you’ll want to bring items that match the mood—without overpacking. Here’s my go-to packing list after sailing on three of the Virgin Lady Ships: Resilient Lady Scarlet Lady and Valiant Lady, plus a few travel hacks to save space and money.
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Scarlet Lady May 2023
Virgin Vibes: What to Wear
Virgin Voyages is casual by day and chic by night. There’s no formal dress code, but you’ll want to lean into stylish comfort.
Daytime Essentials:
Breezy sundresses, shorts, and tank tops
Swimsuits (pack 2–3) + cover-ups
Flip-flops or sandals
Workout gear for the gym or sunrise yoga
Hat + sunglasses
Evening Looks:
Smart-casual outfits for dinner (think resort wear)
One glam outfit for Scarlet Night (red is encouraged!)
Comfortable shoes for dancing or walking the ship
Light sweater or wrap for breezy nights
PJ party one night, so bring some cute ones to wear out!
Pro Tip: Virgin doesn’t require formalwear, so skip the suits and gowns unless you want to dress up.
Toiletries & Beauty
Virgin provides high-quality toiletries in your cabin, but here’s what I always bring:
Reef-safe sunscreen - I use Blue Lizard
Travel-size dry shampoo
Makeup + skincare essentials
Hair ties, clips, or headbands
Mini first-aid kit (Band-Aids, Advil, motion sickness tabs) - I like this one
Cruise Hack: Use a hanging toiletry bag to keep your bathroom organized—Virgin’s cabins have limited counter space.
Tech & Travel Gear
Phone + charger (and portable charger for excursions)
Power strip (non-surge protected)
Reusable water bottle
Small daypack or crossbody bag - this is the one I carry
E-reader or book for poolside lounging
Travel documents + passport
Optional: Virgin Voyages uses The Band (a wearable wristband) for room access and purchases, so you won’t need a key card.
Extras You’ll Be Glad You Packed
Two bottles of wine (per cabin, max 750ml each)
Ziplock bags for snacks or wet swimsuits - Here is the one I pack
Small laundry bag
Magnetic hooks (walls are metal—great for hanging hats or accessories)
Red accessories for Scarlet Night (earrings, scarves, lipstick)
Final Thoughts
Packing for Virgin Voyages is all about balance: comfort, style, and a touch of flair. Whether you’re sailing solo, with a partner, or celebrating a milestone, this list will help you feel prepared and confident from embarkation to disembarkation.
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