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27 May 2023 by Rob Burgess

AMAZING DEAL: 7 nights Virgin Voyages full board cruises for two for 80,000 Virgin Points

If you missed these amazing offers last year, they are back. You will not find a better points redemption in 2023.

You can get a seven night European cruise on ‘Valiant Lady’ or ‘Resilient Lady’, the 2nd and 3rd ships in the Virgin Voyages fleet, for just 80,000 Virgin Points for two people.

The cruise is full board. All your meals, soft drinks, fitness classes, entertainment etc are included – even tips.

Remember that these are adults only trips. Flights and transfers are not included.

Valiant Lady Virgin Voyages

A lot of HfP readers jumped on these redemptions last year. The feedback in our forum has been fantastic – from young and old, from those who wanted a bit of a party to those who simply wanted a quiet break after a tricky couple of years. There is a Virgin Voyages master thread in our forum for your Q&A.

If you are short of Virgin Points, options include:

  • transferring Tesco Clubcard points (should happen overnight)
  • transferring American Express Membership Rewards points (should be instant)
  • transferring Heathrow Rewards points (not clear about timeframe)

Here are your options:

Greek Island Glow

Departing 4th June, 18th June, 25th June, 9th July, 16th July, 30th July

  • Day 1 – Piraeus (Athens). Departs at 7:00pm.
  • Day 2 – Santorini. Arrives at 9:00am, departs at 10:00pm.
  • Day 3 – Rhodes. Arrives at 9:00am, departs at 6:00pm.
  • Day 4 – Bodrum. Arrives at 8:00am, departs at 8:00pm.
  • Day 5 – Sailing.
  • Day 6 – Mykonos. Arrives at 9:00am.
  • Day 7 – Mykonos. Departs at 2:00pm.
  • Day 8 – Piraeus (Athens). Arrives at 6:30am.

Adriatic Sea & Greek Gems

Departing 11th June, 2nd July, 23rd July

  • Day 1 – Piraeus (Athens). Departs at 6:00pm.
  • Day 2 – Sailing.
  • Day 3 – Split. Arrives at 9:00am, departs at 9:00pm.
  • Day 4 – Dubrovnik. Arrives at 9:00am, departs at 10:00pm.
  • Day 5 – Kotor. Arrives at 9:00am, departs at 07:00pm.
  • Day 6 – Corfu. Arrives at 9:00am, departs at 09:00pm.
  • Day 7 – Sailing.
  • Day 8 – Piraeus (Athens). Arrives at 0630.

The Irresistible Med

Departing 4th June, 18th June, 2nd July, 16th July, 30th July

  • Day 1 – Barcelona. Departs at 6:00pm.
  • Day 2 – Toulon. Arrives at 9:00am, departs at 6:00pm.
  • Day 3 – Marina di Carrara. Arrives at 8:00am, departs at 8:00pm.
  • Day 4 – Sailing.
  • Day 5 – Ajaccio. Arrives at 8:00am, departs at 5:00pm.
  • Day 6 – Ibiza. Arrives at 7:00pm.
  • Day 7 – Ibiza. Departs at 6:00pm.
  • Day 8 – Barcelona. Arrives at 6:30am.

French Daze & Ibiza Nights

Departing 11th June, 25th June, 9th July, 23rd July

  • Day 1 – Barcelona. Departs at 6:00pm.
  • Day 2 – Marseille. Arrives at 8:00am, departs at 7:00pm.
  • Day 3 – Cannes. Arrives at 8:00am, departs at 9:00pm.
  • Day 4 – Palma de Mallorca. Arrives at 6:00pm.
  • Day 5 – Palma de Mallorca. Departs at 6:00pm.
  • Day 6 – Ibiza. Arrives at 7:00pm.
  • Day 7 – Ibiza. Departs at 6:00pm.
  • Day 8 – Barcelona. Arrives at 6:30am.

Here are a few things to note:

  • you need to fly to and from Athens or Barcelona at your own expense
  • it is adults only
  • the cost is 80,000 Virgin Points for a Sea Terrace or Limited View Sea Terrace cabin, which sleeps one or two people – there is no discount for single occupancy

How much do these cruises cost for cash?

Take a look – you’re getting up to £2,900 of value for your 80,000 Virgin Points on peak dates. Here is a ‘Greek Island Glow’ quote for the 30th July sailing:

Virgin Voyages 80000 Virgin points offer

This is a ludicrous 3.6p per Virgin Point. That’s 3.6x more than you’ll get for a premium cabin flight in most cases, and 7x more than you’ll get for any other redemption via the Virgin Red site.

Here is what the Virgin Red site has to say:

Ahoy there! This is a limited-time special offer, and there is only a limited number of cabins available. Choose a seven-night sailing departing from either Athens on Resilient Lady or Barcelona on Valiant Lady between 01 June and 31 July 2023.

The price is per cabin (one or two persons). There is no single sailor supplement available.

Virgin Voyages has curated four glamorous itineraries that allow you to experience some of the most picturesque islands and coastal cities in the Mediterranean. Thanks to late-night departures or overnight finales, you’ll have plenty of time to explore each stop in addition to the ship itself (a destination in its own right). It’s called having your cake and eating it too.

Speaking of cake… Virgin Voyages takes food, and the experience around it, very seriously. With a-la-carte menus crafted by Michelin-starred chefs, you can munch your way through countless unique eateries, from the Korean BBQ and elegant steakhouse to the red hot Mexican and 24/7 diner.

This adults-only voyage is designed to give you plenty of chances to relax, with workout classes, gym facilities and luxe spa treatments to name but a few. And if you want to sit back and do nothing, fresh-pressed juices served poolside will make “nothing” feel like everything.

And when you’re done with whatever self-care looks like for you, the one-of-a-kind, I’ve-definitely-never-seen-anything-like this-before entertainment awaits your arrival. With immersive pop-up acts that could happen anywhere on board, you’ll see the ship brought to life in new and unexpected ways.

As for digs, you’ll be kicking back in The Sea Terrace (or Limited View Sea Terrace, depending on availability). These cabins boast a configurable bed and high-tech mood lighting, allowing you to transform the space and create your own vibe. To top it all off, the hammock on the terrace is perfect for a little ‘me’ time, while the 24-hour food delivery service will be at your beck and call in the unlikely event of hunger pangs.

Wait. It gets even better… When it comes to additional costs, Virgin Voyages has you covered – all food, soft drinks, tips, group fitness classes, entertainment and Wi-Fi are always included.

Word of advice: don’t pay for any flights or transfers until your place on board is confirmed by Virgin Voyages!

Spaces are filling up quickly, so make a splash by booking your spot today. Hurry, these cabins will be gone faster than you can say “cannonball”.

Note that there is no guarantee that you can book the exact cruise you want, although in reality – with loads reportedly low – it shouldn’t be a problem.

If you want to find out more about Virgin Voyages, here is our report from an afternoon on ‘Scarlet Lady’, the first ship in the fleet.

If you want to top up your balance by buying Virgin Points, the link is here.

You can book via the Virgin Red app or online. Read the instructions carefully before booking – you need to check there is still a relevant cabin available for cash before ordering your booking code, and once it arrives you should book ASAP before the availability disappears. Based on last year, you should be offered the chance to upgrade your cabin for cash nearer the time of departure if you want something larger.

 
 
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If you missed these amazing offers last year, they are back. You will not find a better points redemption in 2023. You can get a seven night European cruise on ‘Valiant Lady’ or ‘Resilient Lady’, the 2nd and 3rd ships in the Virgin Voyages fleet, for just 80,000 Virgin Points for two people. The cruise […] View this article online   Booking a luxury hotel? Get additional benefits with our exclusive service   Turn business purchases into rewards and keep your cashflow flowing The American Express®  Business Gold Card FIND OUT MORE 27 May 2023 by Rob Burgess AMAZING DEAL: 7 NIGHTS VIRGIN VOYAGES FULL BOARD CRUISES FOR TWO FOR 80,000 VIRGIN POINTS If you missed these amazing offers last year, they are back. You will not find a better points redemption in 2023. You can get a seven night European cruise on ‘Valiant Lady’ or ‘Resilient Lady’, the 2nd and 3rd ships in the Virgin Voyages fleet, for just 80,000 Virgin Points for two people. The cruise is full board. All your meals, soft drinks, fitness classes, entertainment etc are included – even tips. Remember that these are adults only trips. Flights and transfers are not included. Valiant Lady Virgin Voyages A lot of HfP readers jumped on these redemptions last year. The feedback in our forum has been fantastic – from young and old, from those who wanted a bit of a party to those who simply wanted a quiet break after a tricky couple of years. There is a Virgin Voyages master thread in our forum for your Q&A. If you are short of Virgin Points, options include: * buying them via this link * transferring Tesco Clubcard points (should happen overnight) * transferring American Express Membership Rewards points (should be instant) * transferring Heathrow Rewards points (not clear about timeframe) Here are your options: GREEK ISLAND GLOW Departing 4th June, 18th June, 25th June, 9th July, 16th July, 30th July * Day 1 – Piraeus (Athens). Departs at 7:00pm. * Day 2 – Santorini. Arrives at 9:00am, departs at 10:00pm. * Day 3 – Rhodes. Arrives at 9:00am, departs at 6:00pm. * Day 4 – Bodrum. Arrives at 8:00am, departs at 8:00pm. * Day 5 – Sailing. * Day 6 – Mykonos. Arrives at 9:00am. * Day 7 – Mykonos. Departs at 2:00pm. * Day 8 – Piraeus (Athens). Arrives at 6:30am. ADRIATIC SEA & GREEK GEMS Departing 11th June, 2nd July, 23rd July * Day 1 – Piraeus (Athens). Departs at 6:00pm. * Day 2 – Sailing. * Day 3 – Split. Arrives at 9:00am, departs at 9:00pm. * Day 4 – Dubrovnik. Arrives at 9:00am, departs at 10:00pm. * Day 5 – Kotor. Arrives at 9:00am, departs at 07:00pm. * Day 6 – Corfu. Arrives at 9:00am, departs at 09:00pm. * Day 7 – Sailing. * Day 8 – Piraeus (Athens). Arrives at 0630. THE IRRESISTIBLE MED Departing 4th June, 18th June, 2nd July, 16th July, 30th July * Day 1 – Barcelona. Departs at 6:00pm. * Day 2 – Toulon. Arrives at 9:00am, departs at 6:00pm. * Day 3 – Marina di Carrara. Arrives at 8:00am, departs at 8:00pm. * Day 4 – Sailing. * Day 5 – Ajaccio. Arrives at 8:00am, departs at 5:00pm. * Day 6 – Ibiza. Arrives at 7:00pm. * Day 7 – Ibiza. Departs at 6:00pm. * Day 8 – Barcelona. Arrives at 6:30am. FRENCH DAZE & IBIZA NIGHTS Departing 11th June, 25th June, 9th July, 23rd July * Day 1 – Barcelona. Departs at 6:00pm. * Day 2 – Marseille. Arrives at 8:00am, departs at 7:00pm. * Day 3 – Cannes. Arrives at 8:00am, departs at 9:00pm. * Day 4 – Palma de Mallorca. Arrives at 6:00pm. * Day 5 – Palma de Mallorca. Departs at 6:00pm. * Day 6 – Ibiza. Arrives at 7:00pm. * Day 7 – Ibiza. Departs at 6:00pm. * Day 8 – Barcelona. Arrives at 6:30am. Here are a few things to note: * you need to fly to and from Athens or Barcelona at your own expense * it is adults only * the cost is 80,000 Virgin Points for a Sea Terrace or Limited View Sea Terrace cabin, which sleeps one or two people – there is no discount for single occupancy HOW MUCH DO THESE CRUISES COST FOR CASH? Take a look – you’re getting up to £2,900 of value for your 80,000 Virgin Points on peak dates. Here is a ‘Greek Island Glow’ quote for the 30th July sailing: Virgin Voyages 80000 Virgin points offer This is a ludicrous 3.6p per Virgin Point. That’s 3.6x more than you’ll get for a premium cabin flight in most cases, and 7x more than you’ll get for any other redemption via the Virgin Red site. Here is what the Virgin Red site has to say: > Ahoy there! This is a limited-time special offer, and there is only a limited number of cabins available. Choose > a seven-night sailing departing from either Athens on Resilient Lady or Barcelona on Valiant Lady between 01 June and 31 July > 2023. > > The price is per cabin (one or two persons). There is no single sailor supplement available. > > Virgin Voyages has curated four glamorous itineraries that allow you to experience some of the most picturesque islands and > coastal cities in the Mediterranean. Thanks to late-night departures or overnight finales, you’ll have plenty of time to explore > each stop in addition to the ship itself (a destination in its own right). It’s called having your cake and eating it too. > > Speaking of cake… Virgin Voyages takes food, and the experience around it, very seriously. With a-la-carte menus crafted by > Michelin-starred chefs, you can munch your way through countless unique eateries, from the Korean BBQ and elegant steakhouse to > the red hot Mexican and 24/7 diner. > > This adults-only voyage is designed to give you plenty of chances to relax, with workout classes, gym facilities and luxe spa > treatments to name but a few. And if you want to sit back and do nothing, fresh-pressed juices served poolside will make > “nothing” feel like everything. > > And when you’re done with whatever self-care looks like for you, the one-of-a-kind, I’ve-definitely-never-seen-anything-like > this-before entertainment awaits your arrival. With immersive pop-up acts that could happen anywhere on board, you’ll see the > ship brought to life in new and unexpected ways. > > As for digs, you’ll be kicking back in The Sea Terrace (or Limited View Sea Terrace, depending on availability). These cabins > boast a configurable bed and high-tech mood lighting, allowing you to transform the space and create your own vibe. To top it > all off, the hammock on the terrace is perfect for a little ‘me’ time, while the 24-hour food delivery service will be at your > beck and call in the unlikely event of hunger pangs. > > Wait. It gets even better… When it comes to additional costs, Virgin Voyages has you covered – all food, soft drinks, tips, > group fitness classes, entertainment and Wi-Fi are always included. > > Word of advice: don’t pay for any flights or transfers until your place on board is confirmed by Virgin Voyages! > > Spaces are filling up quickly, so make a splash by booking your spot today. Hurry, these cabins will be gone faster than you can > say “cannonball”. Note that there is no guarantee that you can book the exact cruise you want, although in reality – with loads reportedly low – it shouldn’t be a problem. If you want to find out more about Virgin Voyages, here is our report from an afternoon on ‘Scarlet Lady’, the first ship in the fleet. If you want to top up your balance by buying Virgin Points, the link is here. You can book via the Virgin Red app or online. Read the instructions carefully before booking – you need to check there is still a relevant cabin available for cash before ordering your booking code, and once it arrives you should book ASAP before the availability disappears. Based on last year, you should be offered the chance to upgrade your cabin for cash nearer the time of departure if you want something larger. Click here to read comments on this article DISCOVER MORE GREAT OFFERS Avios Top Avios earning bonuses 175 BA questions, answered Avios peak and off-peak calendar Hotels Top hotel points bonuses Get elite status from credit cards Our luxury hotel booking service Credit Cards Top credit card bonuses What is the best Avios credit card? What Amex bonuses can you get? tw   in   fb   mail We’re always here to help you make the most of your Avios, Virgin Points and hotel points. If you have any questions or want to get in touch, send us an email at [email protected] or reach out on social media. Please forward this email to any friends or family who you think may be interested in improving how they travel. If you were sent this email by a friend and would like to subscribe, click here. Head for Points  
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