The short version: Virgin Voyages is one of the easiest cruise lines to sail alone. Its Solo Insider and Solo Sea View cabins are priced for one person with no single supplement, and they're on all four ships but sell out early. You can also book any regular cabin with a single supplement, and Virgin's Reduced Single Supplement promotion can make a Sea Terrace close in price.
Virgin Voyages is one of the easiest cruise lines to sail alone. There are cabins built for one person with no single supplement, a social atmosphere that makes it easy to meet people, and no assigned dinner tables where you'd feel like the odd one out. Here's everything I tell solo travelers: which cabin to book, what it costs, how to meet other Sailors, and how to make the most of the trip.
A Solo Insider cabin on Virgin Voyages, priced for one Sailor with no single supplement.
Solo Sailing at a Glance
Solo cabins: Solo Insider and Solo Sea View, priced for one person with no single supplement
Other options: Any regular cabin, including a Sea Terrace, at a single supplement
Best deal to watch for: Virgin's Reduced Single Supplement promotion on Sea Terrace cabins
Meeting people: Solo meetups, group fitness, trivia, theme nights, and shared tables at Gunbae
Ships: Solo cabins are on all four ships
Solo Cabins on Virgin Voyages
Virgin has two cabin types designed for one Sailor. Both are priced for a single traveler, so you're not paying for an empty second berth.
Solo Insider
A compact inside cabin with a single bed and no window. It's the lowest-cost way to sail Virgin alone, and it's a great pick if you plan to spend most of your time out on the ship.
Solo Sea View
Similar to the Solo Insider, but with a porthole window for natural light. It's a nice step up if you like knowing whether it's day or night when you wake up.
Good to know: There are only a limited number of solo cabins on each ship, and they're spread across a few decks. They often sell out before the rest of the ship, so book early if you want one.
Booking a Regular Cabin as a Solo Sailor
You can book any cabin on your own, from an Insider to a RockStar suite. Virgin charges a single supplement for a regular cabin, since it's priced for two. That makes a solo cabin the better value most of the time.
The exception is when Virgin runs its Reduced Single Supplement promotion. It cuts the second-person fare on select Sea Terrace cabins, which can make a balcony cabin surprisingly close in price to a solo cabin. It's capacity controlled, it doesn't run on every sailing, and it doesn't apply to Lock It In rates, so ask me to check your dates.
For a full look at every category, see How to Pick the Best Cabin on Virgin Voyages.
Which Fare Should You Book?
Solo cabins are available on Base, Essential, and Premium fares. Premium includes a $15 per night Bar Tab, faster Wi-Fi, and the earliest dining reservations, which matters more when you're planning a trip around yourself. Essential gives you more flexibility if your plans might change. See Virgin Voyages Fare Types Explained for the differences.
A note on promotions: Some big Virgin sales exclude solo cabins. The 2026 Black Friday sale, for example, applies to Sea Terrace, Sea View, and Insider cabins, but not Solo Insider or Solo Sea View. I'll compare a solo cabin with a regular cabin plus any promotions so you know which comes out ahead.
How to Meet People Onboard
Virgin's ships are built around social spaces, so it's easy to strike up a conversation. Here's where solo Sailors tend to connect:
The solo meetup. Most sailings have a meetup for solo travelers early in the trip, often on embarkation day. Check the Virgin Voyages app once you're onboard for the time and place.
Group fitness classes. They're included, and seeing the same faces every morning is an easy icebreaker.
Trivia, game shows, and Festival Stage acts. Many are team-based, so you'll end up chatting with the people next to you.
Theme nights. Scarlet Night and the PJ Party bring the whole ship together. See my Virgin Voyages Party Guide.
Bar seats. Sitting at the bar, rather than a table, makes it natural to talk to the bartender and other Sailors.
Online sailing groups. Many sailings have a Facebook group where Sailors connect before the trip, so you'll already recognize a few people when you board.
Dining Solo
Dining alone on Virgin doesn't feel awkward, because there are no assigned tables or set dinner times.
Gunbae is Korean barbecue at shared tables, so you'll be seated with other Sailors. It's one of the best nights for meeting people.
The Galley lets you graze and try a little of everything.
Ask for smaller portions at the sit-down restaurants so you can try more dishes.
Book reservations early. A table for one is easy to fit in, but popular restaurants still fill up.
See the Virgin Voyages Restaurant Guide for what to order.
Tips for Sailing Solo
Start with a shorter sailing. A four- or five-night trip from Miami is an easy way to try solo cruising. See Virgin Voyages for First-Timers.
Use the app. Check the daily schedule each morning, and use it to book shows, dinners, and Shore Things.
Book a Shore Thing. Group excursions are a natural way to meet people in port. See my Shore Things guide.
Catch the shows. Headline shows are included and seating is first come, first served. See every free show by ship.
Plan your drinks. A prepaid Bar Tab gets you bonus credit. My Bar Tab Calculator shows which one fits how you drink.
Share your plans. Let someone at home know your itinerary, and keep the ship's port agent info handy on port days.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Virgin Voyages charge a single supplement?
Not in solo cabins. Solo Insider and Solo Sea View cabins are priced for one person. Regular cabins have a single supplement, though Virgin sometimes runs a Reduced Single Supplement promotion on Sea Terrace cabins.
Do all Virgin ships have solo cabins?
Yes. Scarlet Lady, Valiant Lady, Resilient Lady, and Brilliant Lady all have solo cabins, but there are only a limited number on each ship.
Is Virgin Voyages good for solo travelers?
Yes. It's adults only, the atmosphere is social, there are no assigned dinner tables, and there are cabins built for one.
Are there solo meetups on Virgin Voyages?
Most sailings have a solo meetup early in the trip. Check the Virgin Voyages app on embarkation day for the details.
Do solo cabins have balconies?
No. Solo cabins are inside or have a porthole. If you want a balcony, book a Sea Terrace, ideally when the Reduced Single Supplement promotion is running.
Plan Your Solo Voyage
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