Is the Virgin Voyages Bar Tab Worth It? CamJon Travel Launches Free Bar Tab Calculator Built by a Top 100 First Mate

Babcock Ranch, FL, Oct. 08, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — CamJon Travel, an independent travel agency in Babcock Ranch, Florida, that specializes exclusively in Virgin Voyages cruises, has launched a free Bar Tab Calculator. The tool helps Sailors decide before their cruise whether a prepaid Bar Tab is worth buying, which tier fits their trip, and when to skip it altogether.

Virgin Voyages Top 100 First Mate Cameron DeJong, founder of CamJon Travel, in Bimini, Bahamas

The prepaid Bar Tab is one of the most common questions first-time Sailors ask. The cruise line offers five prepaid tiers, from $200 to $1,000, each with bonus credit, but whether a tab actually saves money depends on voyage length, how many people share it, how much they drink, and what credit they already have onboard. The calculator turns those variables into a clear recommendation in three steps.

How the calculator works

• Trip basics: voyage length, from three to 15 or more nights, and whether the Sailor is traveling solo or as a pair.
• Drinking style: four profiles from Light Sipper (one to two drinks a day) to Full Send (nine or more), plus preferred drinks, from beer and wine to cocktails, specialty coffee, and mocktails.
• Optional fine-tuning: port days, existing onboard credit such as Sailor Loot or promotions, Premium fare bookings, whether the itinerary includes a private beach club day, and Sailing Club status.

Results show the estimated drinks and spending for the voyage, the recommended tier with the amount paid, credit received, bonus, and coverage percentage, and a side-by-side comparison of all five tiers. The tool also lists practical reminders, such as purchasing the tab at least two days before sailing, and lets Sailors download a PDF report or share their results.

An honest “skip the tab” mode

Instead of nudging every Sailor toward a bigger purchase, the calculator tells light drinkers when a prepaid tab does not make sense for them. That mirrors the fit-first approach behind CamJon Travel’s Perfect Cruise Quiz and the agency’s practice of turning away more than 30% of inquiries when the line is not the right match for a traveler.

“The Bar Tab is one of the first things every new Sailor asks me about, and the honest answer is that it depends,” said Cameron DeJong, founder and Managing Partner of CamJon Travel. “I built this calculator with real onboard prices so Sailors can see the math for themselves. If a tab will save you money, it shows you which one. If it will not, it tells you to skip it. Either way, you board knowing exactly what you are paying for.”

Part of a growing library of free planning tools

The calculator joins CamJon Travel’s free resources for Sailors, including a guide to fare types and an explainer on what is and is not included in the fare. Calculator pricing was verified in June 2026, and because tiers and prices can change, Sailors should confirm current details with the cruise line before purchasing.

For travelers ready to try the line for the first time, CamJon Travel is also hosting its Intro to Virgin Voyages group sailing, a four-night round-trip from Miami to Key West and Bimini from March 4 to 8, 2027. Newly released cabins are available at the group rate for a limited time, with estimated pricing from $2,010 for two Sailors on an Essential fare, gratuities included.

CamJon Travel’s free Virgin Voyages Bar Tab Calculator recommends the right prepaid Bar Tab tier for each cruise and shows Sailors their bonus drink credit.

About CamJon Travel

CamJon Travel is a dedicated travel consultancy focused solely on Virgin Voyages cruises. We leverage our extensive firsthand experience and to provide clients with unmatched expertise, personalized itineraries, and exclusive access to promotions and benefits, ensuring a superior and unforgettable sailing adventure. Managing Partner Cameron DeJong was honored as a Top 100 First Mate in North America for Virgin Voyages in 2025.

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