Virgin Voyages · On board

What is the dress code?

The answer

Checked 2026-09-21

No formal nights and no strict dress code

  • Virgin states it does not do formal nights and asks only that you keep other Sailors' comfort in mind.
  • Dress up or stay casual — the line explicitly leaves it to you.

In one sentence — Virgin Voyages: No formal nights and no strict dress code. Virgin states it does not do formal nights and asks only that you keep other Sailors' comfort in mind. Dress up or stay casual — the line explicitly leaves it to you. Read from Virgin Voyages's own published policy on 2026-09-21. Cruise lines change policies without notice — confirm with Virgin Voyages before relying on this.

Why this one catches people out

Two questions really: what is expected at dinner, and what happens on formal or gala nights.

Where this came from

https://www.virginvoyages.com/ahoy/stories/what-to-wear-on-a-cruise

We read these policies from each cruise line's own pages and record the date we read them. Lines change their rules without notice. Always confirm with the cruise line before you rely on anything here.

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