Virgin Voyages Bar Tab Calculator

Virgin Voyages Bar Tab Calculator

Enter your cruise details and click 'Calculate' to see your estimated bar tab.

function calculateBarTab() { var numSailors = parseFloat(document.getElementById('numSailors').value); var numNights = parseFloat(document.getElementById('numNights').value); var drinksPerDay = parseFloat(document.getElementById('drinksPerDay').value); var avgDrinkCost = parseFloat(document.getElementById('avgDrinkCost').value); var prePurchasedBarTab = parseFloat(document.getElementById('prePurchasedBarTab').value); var promotionalCredit = parseFloat(document.getElementById('promotionalCredit').value); // Validate inputs if (isNaN(numSailors) || numSailors <= 0) { document.getElementById('barTabResult').innerHTML = 'Please enter a valid number of sailors.'; return; } if (isNaN(numNights) || numNights <= 0) { document.getElementById('barTabResult').innerHTML = 'Please enter a valid cruise duration.'; return; } if (isNaN(drinksPerDay) || drinksPerDay < 0) { document.getElementById('barTabResult').innerHTML = 'Please enter a valid average number of drinks per day.'; return; } if (isNaN(avgDrinkCost) || avgDrinkCost < 0) { document.getElementById('barTabResult').innerHTML = 'Please enter a valid average drink cost.'; return; } if (isNaN(prePurchasedBarTab) || prePurchasedBarTab < 0) { document.getElementById('barTabResult').innerHTML = 'Please enter a valid pre-purchased bar tab amount.'; return; } if (isNaN(promotionalCredit) || promotionalCredit < 0) { document.getElementById('barTabResult').innerHTML = 'Please enter a valid promotional credit amount.'; return; } // Calculations var totalDrinksEstimate = numSailors * numNights * drinksPerDay; var estimatedGrossCost = totalDrinksEstimate * avgDrinkCost; var netCostAfterCredits = estimatedGrossCost – prePurchasedBarTab – promotionalCredit; var resultHTML = '

Your Estimated Bar Tab:

'; resultHTML += 'Total Estimated Drinks: ' + totalDrinksEstimate.toFixed(0) + "; resultHTML += 'Estimated Gross Cost: $' + estimatedGrossCost.toFixed(2) + "; resultHTML += 'Pre-purchased Bar Tab: -$' + prePurchasedBarTab.toFixed(2) + "; resultHTML += 'Promotional Bar Tab / Loot: -$' + promotionalCredit.toFixed(2) + "; if (netCostAfterCredits > 0) { resultHTML += 'Estimated Amount to Pay Onboard: $' + netCostAfterCredits.toFixed(2) + "; } else if (netCostAfterCredits < 0) { resultHTML += 'Estimated Leftover Bar Tab / Credit: $' + Math.abs(netCostAfterCredits).toFixed(2) + ''; } else { resultHTML += 'Your Bar Tab is estimated to be perfectly covered!'; } document.getElementById('barTabResult').innerHTML = resultHTML; }

Understanding Your Virgin Voyages Bar Tab

Virgin Voyages offers a unique cruise experience, and that extends to their approach to drinks. Unlike many traditional cruise lines, Virgin Voyages includes gratuities in the fare, meaning you won't see an automatic 18-20% service charge added to every drink purchase. However, drinks still cost money, and it's easy for those costs to add up if you're not keeping an eye on them. This calculator helps you estimate your potential bar tab so you can budget effectively for your Scarlet Lady, Valiant Lady, Resilient Lady, or Brilliant Lady adventure.

How the Virgin Voyages Bar Tab Calculator Works

Our calculator takes into account several key factors to give you a realistic estimate of your onboard drink expenses:

  • Number of Sailors (Adults): The more adults in your party, the higher the potential drink consumption.
  • Cruise Duration (Nights): Naturally, a longer cruise means more days to enjoy drinks.
  • Average Drinks per Sailor per Day: This is a crucial input. Think about your typical daily consumption – are you a casual sipper or do you enjoy several cocktails throughout the day?
  • Average Cost per Drink ($): Virgin Voyages drink prices can vary. A beer might be $7-9, a glass of wine $10-15, and a cocktail $12-18. We recommend using an average that reflects your preferred drink choices.
  • Pre-purchased Bar Tab ($): Virgin Voyages often allows you to purchase "Bar Tab" credit before your cruise, sometimes with a bonus (e.g., buy $300, get $50 free). Enter the actual amount of Bar Tab you've purchased.
  • Promotional Bar Tab / Loot ($): "Loot" is Virgin Voyages' term for onboard credit. This can be included in your booking, offered as a promotion, or received through various means. Enter any promotional credit specifically designated for drinks or general onboard spending here.

Tips for Managing Your Bar Tab on Virgin Voyages

  1. Pre-purchase Bar Tab: If you know you'll be drinking, buying Bar Tab in advance often comes with a bonus, giving you more credit for your money.
  2. Utilize Promotional Loot: Keep an eye out for booking promotions that include "Loot" (onboard credit), which can be used for drinks, specialty dining, or shore excursions.
  3. Track Your Spending: Virgin Voyages' app allows you to track your onboard spending in real-time, helping you stay within budget.
  4. Consider Non-Alcoholic Options: Basic beverages like filtered water, drip coffee, tea, and some juices are included in your fare.
  5. Happy Hour Deals: While less common than on other lines, sometimes bars might have specific promotions.

Realistic Examples

Let's look at a couple of scenarios:

Example 1: Moderate Drinkers

  • Number of Sailors: 2
  • Cruise Duration: 5 Nights
  • Average Drinks per Sailor per Day: 4
  • Average Cost per Drink: $14
  • Pre-purchased Bar Tab: $300 (with a $50 bonus, so you paid $300 but have $350 credit) – *Enter $350 here*
  • Promotional Bar Tab / Loot: $0

Using the calculator, this would estimate:

  • Total Estimated Drinks: 2 * 5 * 4 = 40 drinks
  • Estimated Gross Cost: 40 * $14 = $560
  • Net Cost After Credits: $560 – $350 – $0 = $210
  • Estimated Amount to Pay Onboard: $210.00

Example 2: Light Drinkers with Good Promotions

  • Number of Sailors: 1
  • Cruise Duration: 7 Nights
  • Average Drinks per Sailor per Day: 2
  • Average Cost per Drink: $12
  • Pre-purchased Bar Tab: $0
  • Promotional Bar Tab / Loot: $200

Using the calculator, this would estimate:

  • Total Estimated Drinks: 1 * 7 * 2 = 14 drinks
  • Estimated Gross Cost: 14 * $12 = $168
  • Net Cost After Credits: $168 – $0 – $200 = -$32
  • Estimated Leftover Bar Tab / Credit: $32.00 (You'd have $32 in credit remaining!)

Use this calculator to get a clearer picture of your potential drink expenses and ensure you have enough "Loot" or Bar Tab to enjoy your Virgin Voyages cruise to the fullest!

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