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You Can Now Status Match From Other Cruise Loyalty Programs to Virgin Voyages

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Virgin Voyages, which caters to adults only, has launched a new status-matching option with over a dozen competing cruise loyalty programs. This is an excellent opportunity for existing elite status members to gain additional benefits through the equivalent tier status they will obtain.

Let’s take a look at how the new status match program benefits loyalty members.

Virgin Voyages Status Match For Cruisers

Until December 31st, 2024, Virgin Voyages will match elite members from competing programs, including the Virgin Atlantic Flying Club, to earn membership in the Virgin Voyages Sailing Club.

To qualify for this status match, you need to book a new cruise first. After obtaining your booking reference number, you can submit your status match request. To accomplish this, visit the status match page here.

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You can status match from another cruise loyalty program and get extra perks on your next Virgin Voyages cruise. Image Credit: Stella Shon

You can upload screenshots of your online accounts or current membership cards as proof. Virgin will then respond with the terms and tier level at which you will be matched.

Several widely recognized cruise lines that allow you to status match to Virgin Voyages include Disney Castaway, Carnival VIFP Club, and Royal Caribbean Crown & Anchor Society, among others. The complete list of eligible cruise loyalty programs — along with their corresponding membership tier levels — is provided below:

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Loyalty Program

Membership Tier

Azamara Circle

Explorer, Discoverer, Discover Plus, Discover Platinum

Carnival VIFP Club

Platinum, Diamond

Celebrity crusies Captain’s Club

Elite, Elite Plus, Zenith

Disney Castaway

Silver, Gold, Platinum, Pearl

Holland America Mariner Society

3-Star, 4-Star, 5-Star

Norwegian Cruise Line Latitudes Rewards

Platinum, Sapphire, Diamond, Ambassador

Oceania Club

Gold, Platinum, Diamond, President’s Circle

P&O Peninsular Club

Mediterranean Tier, Caribbean Tier, Baltic Tier, Ligurian Tier

Princess Captain’s Circle

Platinum, Elite

Royal Caribbean Crown & Anchor Society

Diamond, Diamond Plus, Pinnacle Club

Virgin Atlantic Flying Club

Gold

Virgin Australia Velocity Frequent Flyer

Gold, Platinum, Beyond

Windstar Yacht Club

One Star, Two Star, Three Star, Four Star

If you’re eligible for this new status match opportunity with Virgin Voyages, you’ll be able to receive additional benefits when sailing with Virgin, such as:

  • Expedited boarding with a dedicated check-in area
  • Discounts on future Virgin Voyages sailings
  • $10 credit on specialty coffee per cabin per day
  • Complimentary bottle of champagne
  • Free bag of laundry, 2 pieces pressed, and 1 specialty item
  • Special invitation to a cocktail event
  • Unlimited Wi-Fi access

When you status match to Virgin Voyages Sailing Club, the perks that you receive will be dependent on your cruise program’s membership tier.

Bottom Line:

Until December 31, 2024, you can take advantage of your elite status with a cruise loyalty program and status match to Virgin Voyages Sailing Club to enjoy additional perks on your future sailings with Virgin Voyages.

Final Thoughts

If you’re an avid cruiser with elite status from any of the popular cruise lines, there’s a good chance you’re eligible for this offer and can request a status match to the Virgin Voyages Sailing Club for some extra perks. 

If you’re thinking about status-matching, just remember to submit your request by December 31st, 2024, to enjoy elite status with Virgin Voyages.

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Juan has extensive experience in writing and editing content related to credit cards, loyalty programs, and travel. He has been honing his expertise in this field for over a decade. His work has been featured in various prestigious publications, such as USA Today, CNN Underscored, Forbes and The Points Guy. Juan is the visionary behind JetBetter, a premier award booking concierge service.

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