My Next Virgin Voyage (MNVV) Explained
You’re onboard, drink in hand, music floating across the deck, and someone mentions it — MNVV.
Maybe you spotted the signs near Sailor Services or overheard another guest at the bar saying, “We just booked our next cruise with MNVV.” You nod, smile, and wonder quietly: What is that? Did I miss something?
Here’s the truth most sailors don’t realise until their second or third cruise: Virgin Voyages rewards you for booking again while you’re still sailing. And they call it My Next Virgin Voyage — MNVV for short.
Think of it like a secret key. A placeholder for your next adventure. A future cruise credit that doesn’t just sit there quietly but comes loaded with perks.
Here’s how it works in plain English: you put down $150 onboard and in return you unlock up to $500 in combined savings and Sailor Loot for your next sailing. You don’t even have to choose the voyage straight away. Your deposit creates a shell booking with its own reference number, and you’ve got two years to decide where in the world you’ll sail next.
That’s not just smart — it’s one of the easiest ways to make your money work harder at sea.
And here’s where Red Wave Travel makes the difference.
On its own, MNVV is a brilliant deal. But with us? It becomes a game-changer. We’ll help you:
- Make sure your placeholder doesn’t gather dust or expire
- Stack your MNVV with Virgin Voyages promos for maximum savings
- Add our own Red Wave perks like extra bar tab or Sailor Loot bonuses
- Navigate the fine print so you don’t miss a single benefit
Because here’s the thing: most sailors leave the ship, forget about their MNVV, and only remember months later when it’s half-used or nearly expired. We make sure that never happens.
So if you’re sipping champagne at Sip Lounge and wondering whether to grab an MNVV before you disembark, the answer is simple. Yes, you should.
And yes, you should assign it to Red Wave Travel — the Gold Tier First Mates who know how to turn that little deposit into the best decision of your voyage.
MNVV benefits – why it’s worth it
When you buy a My Next Virgin Voyage (MNVV) onboard, you’re not just putting down a deposit — you’re unlocking serious perks for your future cruise.
Here are the biggest benefits sailors enjoy:
Extra Value
A $150 deposit unlocks up to $500 in combined savings and Sailor Loot depending on voyage length.
Sailor Loot Credit
Up to $250 onboard credit to spend on drinks, Shore Things, spa treatments, or even the tattoo studio.
Flexibility
You don’t need to choose your next sailing right away. You’ll have two years to decide where in the world you want to sail.
Best Cabin Choice
Secure early access to the cabins and categories you really want before they sell out.
Stackable offers
MNVV can be combined with most Virgin Voyages promos and Red Wave Travel’s own bonuses.
First Mate Support
When you assign your MNVV to Red Wave Travel, you don’t just get the value — you get our Gold Tier insider guidance on how to make it go further.
Booking with MNVV in 3 easy steps
We’ll track it, stack it with promos, add our own offers, and guide you every step of the way. 👉 Simple. $150 now, up to $500 in value later — with Red Wave Travel making sure you get every drop of it.
Step 1
Put down a $150 deposit during your current sailing. This creates a placeholder booking with its own booking number.
Step 2
You have 2 years to decide. When you’re ready, your placeholder converts into a real booking with your discount and Sailor Loot applied.
Step 3
Contact Virgin Voyages via Live Chat. Say: “I’d like to assign my MNVV to Red Wave Travel – agency ID 41807, agent ID 199494.”
Common MNVV misconceptions
Sailors often hear about My Next Virgin Voyage (MNVV) but don’t always understand how it really works. Here are the most common misconceptions — and the truth behind them.
“It’s just a discount voucher I can apply later.”
An MNVV is not a voucher. It’s a placeholder booking with its own booking number. Think of it as a “shell booking” that you later convert into a real sailing. Once you decide on your dates and ship, that shell becomes your next Virgin Voyage.
“I can use MNVV to reduce the cost of a booking I already made.”
You can’t retroactively apply an MNVV to an existing confirmed booking. It only applies to future sailings booked after you’ve purchased it onboard. That’s why timing is key — don’t wait until you’ve left the ship to decide.
“It expires quickly, so I might not get to use it.”
MNVVs are valid for two full years from the date you buy them. You don’t need to choose your sailing right away — you’ve got plenty of time to plan your next adventure.
“I’ll lose my deposit if I change my mind.”
You’ve got a 7-day cooling-off window after buying MNVV to get a full refund. After that, the $150 deposit turns into a Future Voyage Credit valid for a year, so you don’t lose it.
“It’s complicated to manage.”
On your own, maybe. But with Red Wave Travel as your First Mate, it’s simple. We’ll track your MNVV, remind you before it expires, and help you stack it with promos and perks so you get maximum value.
Final Word - Sail Smarter with Red Wave Travel
For just $150, MNVV locks in hundreds of dollars in future value. Add in Red Wave Travel’s support, and you’ve got the best way to sail smarter, richer, and with more perks on your side.
👉 Already onboard now? Buy your MNVV during your current sailing. It's too late once off the ship.
👉 Already bought an MNVV? Assign it to Red Wave Travel today and let us show you how to make it go further.