Virgin Voyages Launches Massive Status Match Program Covering 35+ Travel Brands
Virgin Voyages just announced one of the widest status match programs the cruise industry has ever seen. The status match is not just for cruisers; they will match elite status in more than 35 airline, hotel, and cruise loyalty programs.
This promotion comes at a time when certain other cruise lines are cutting back on their loyalty programs. The adults-only cruise line says the goal is simple. Many travelers feel underappreciated by their current loyalty programs, and Virgin Voyages believes it can offer something better.
Who Qualifies for the Status Match
Virgin Voyages will match elite status across a wide list of travel programs, including airlines, hotels, and other cruise lines. This round is significantly broader than a similar offer Virgin Voyages made in April 2024, which lasted only a couple of days and focused mainly on hotel and airline tiers.
Eligible Programs Include
Cruise Lines
• Azamara Circle: Discoverer, Discoverer Plus, Discoverer Platinum
• Carnival VIFP Club: Gold, Platinum, Diamond
• Celebrity Captain’s Club: Select, Elite, Elite Plus, Zenith
• Disney Castaway Club: Platinum, Pearl
• Holland America Mariner Society: Three Star, Four Star, Five Star
• MSC Cruises: Blue Diamond
• Norwegian Latitudes Rewards: Gold, Platinum, Sapphire, Diamond, Ambassador
• Oceania Club: Silver, Gold, Platinum, Diamond, President’s Circle
• P&O Peninsular Club: Atlantic, Mediterranean, Caribbean, Baltic, Ligurian
• Princess Captain’s Circle: Platinum, Elite
• Royal Caribbean Crown and Anchor Society: Platinum, Emerald, Diamond, Diamond Plus, Pinnacle Club
• Windstar Yacht Club: Three Star, Four Star
Airlines
• Aerolineas Plus: Gold, Platinum
• Aeroméxico Club Premier: Gold, Platinum, Titanium
• Air Canada Aeroplan: 35K, 50K, 75K, Super Elite
• Alaska Mileage Plan: MVP Gold, MVP Gold 75K, MVP Gold 100K
• American AAdvantage: Platinum, Platinum Pro, Executive Platinum
• Avianca LifeMiles: Gold, Diamond
• British Airways Executive Club: Silver, Gold
• Delta SkyMiles Medallion: Gold, Platinum, Diamond
• Emirates Skywards: Gold, Platinum
• JetBlue TrueBlue Mosaic: Mosaic 1, Mosaic 2, Mosaic 3, Mosaic 4
• LATAM Pass: Platinum, Black, Black Signature
• Lufthansa Miles and More: Senator, HON Circle
• Qantas Frequent Flyer: Gold, Platinum, Platinum One
• United MileagePlus: Premier Gold, Premier Platinum, Premier 1K
• Virgin Atlantic Flying Club: Silver, Gold
• Virgin Australia Velocity: Silver, Gold, Platinum, Platinum Plus
Hotels
• Accor ALL: Gold, Platinum, Diamond
• Best Western Rewards: Gold, Platinum, Diamond, Diamond Select
• Choice Privileges: Gold, Platinum, Diamond
• GHA Discovery: Gold, Platinum, Titanium
• Hilton Honors: Gold, Diamond
• IHG One Rewards: Gold, Platinum, Diamond
• Marriott Bonvoy: Gold, Platinum, Titanium, Ambassador
• Radisson Rewards: Premium, VIP
• Sandals: Sapphire, Emerald, Diamond, Pearl, Ambassador
• Wyndham Rewards: Gold, Platinum, Diamond
Virgin Voyages says about 50 million travelers worldwide hold a qualifying status.
What Do You Get With Loyalty Match?
If you submit your status to Virgin Voyages’ status match program, you will receive Blue Extras status, the mid-tier of their loyalty program, which typically takes three to four Virgin Voyages cruises to reach.
Blue Extras Includes
• 1 specialty coffee per day
• 1 bag of complimentary laundry service
• Exclusive cocktail event with Virgin Voyages crew and fellow Sailors
• Personalized Sailor Services support throughout the trip
• Access to special deals and entry into Virgin Voyages’ global rewards program
These benefits apply immediately on a guest’s first voyage once the match is approved.
Status Match Application Window
You must apply for the status match by Jan. 16, 2026 and book a voyage by March 31, 2026 to receive Blue Extras.
How To Apply
Travelers can submit their status match request at:
https://www.virginvoyages.com/sailing-club/status-match-loyalty-program
My Take: An Easy Program To Get People to Try Virgin Voyages
This is one of the broadest status match offerings I have seen from any cruise line. The biggest selling point is the lack of hoops. If you have elite status with nearly any major airline, hotel chain, or cruise line, you can get immediate perks on your first Virgin Voyages sailing. For travelers curious about the brand but hesitant to switch, this takes away much of the friction.
If you are considering a Virgin Voyages trip for 2026 or 2027, this status match is an easy win.
For my first sailing on Virgin Voyages, I matched my status from Royal Caribbean’s Crown and Anchor Society and immediately received the benefits. It was super easy and, especially for coffee drinkers, quite a nice perk. The cocktail party was really nice too. It was at the top-most part of the ship, The Perch, with champagne and sangria flowing as live music played and we enjoyed a beautiful sunset.
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