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Dominican Republic & Bimini Cruise 2026 | Puerto Plata Virgin Voyages
Grand Turk & Bimini Cruise July 2026 | Virgin Voyages Summer Group Sailing | MOOD Travel Club
Trip Details at a Glance
Travel Dates: August 31 – September 5, 2026
Sailing: 5 nights at sea
Ship: Virgin Voyages Lady Ship (TBC) (Virgin Voyages — 100% Adults-Only, 18+)
Embarks From: Miami, FL
Ports of Call: Miami, FL (Embarkation) → Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic → The Beach Club at Bimini, Bahamas → Miami, FL (Debarkation)
The Experience
Puerto Plata is not just another Caribbean port. It is the Dominican Republic at its most authentic — Amber Coast beaches with golden-hued sand, the historic Victorian city center, Mount Isabel de Torres rising above the coast with a cable car to the summit, and a musical culture where merengue and bachata are not tourist performances but the actual heartbeat of the community. MOOD Travel Club and Black Cruisers Club are sailing August 31 – September 5, 2026, from Miami to Puerto Plata and Bimini. This is one of those ports that people discover and immediately want to return to.
The Ports: What Awaits You
Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic
The Amber Coast capital of the Dominican Republic. The name comes from the amber-hued Atlantic light that bathes the coast in a warm glow, and the coastline lives up to it. Downtown Puerto Plata features beautiful Victorian architecture, the Fortaleza San Felipe (one of the oldest fortifications in the Americas), and a local culture deeply rooted in music, dance, and Afro-Dominican heritage. The cable car to the peak of Mount Isabel de Torres — topped with a Christ the Redeemer statue — offers one of the most dramatic views in the Caribbean. Cabarete, 20 minutes east, is the windsurfing and kite-surfing capital of the Americas.
The Beach Club at Bimini
After the cultural richness of Puerto Plata, Bimini delivers pure island tranquility. Private lagoon pools, white sand, beach food service, and the signature bonfire soirée to close out the sailing.
Who This Trip Is For
- Travelers hungry for authentic Dominican culture, music, and food
- Anyone drawn to the African diaspora heritage of the Spanish Caribbean
- Adventure seekers — cable cars, waterfalls, surf towns, and mountain hikes
- End-of-summer travelers wanting one last extraordinary warm-weather escape
How to Make it Official
Four simple steps to set sail with the fastest-growing travel community in the world:
- Sign Up Free — Enter your name and email on this page to join the interest list at no cost. You will receive our exclusive Virgin Voyages group booking link directly to your inbox.
- Book Your Deposit — Use our custom group link to secure your cabin with a deposit through Virgin Voyages. This locks in your cabin category, group perks, and MOOD community access.
- Watch Your Inbox — After booking, stay close to your email. You will receive your Pre-Voyage VIP package details, cruise group chat invite, full inclusions breakdown, excursion options, packing tips, and group meetup information.
- Get Ready to Set Sail — Show up. Your itinerary is curated, your group is locked in, and your experience is built. All you have to do is arrive and set the MOOD.
Why Book With MOOD Travel Club / Black Cruisers Club?
When you secure your cabin through our exclusive group booking link, you unlock a vault of Virgin Voyages Always-Included luxury PLUS MOOD-only community perks that you simply cannot get booking on your own:
- Up to $300 Bar Tab credit per cabin — keep the good times flowing
- Onboard group happy hour — semi-private, curated, first drink on us
- Group dining coordination — group seating (where available) at any of 20+ Michelin-inspired restaurants like Gunbae, The Wake, and Pink Agave
- 10% Early Bird savings on Central Sea Terrace & Sea Terrace cabins when booked 180+ days in advance
- Stackable promos — our group rates hold 30 days and stack with current Virgin Voyages offers for maximum value
- Full inventory access — choose from the best cabins before they sell out
- All dining included — no hidden fees at 20+ onboard restaurants
- Wi-Fi included in your cruise fare
- Entertainment included — live shows, fitness classes, karaoke, The Manor, and more
- Tips & gratuities: NOT included in the base fare, but can be pre-purchased at a discounted rate at the time of booking — save money by adding them early
Important: Tips & gratuities are NOT included in your Virgin Voyages cruise fare. They are a separate cost, but Virgin Voyages offers a discounted gratuity package that can be added at the time of booking — before you sail. We strongly recommend adding gratuities at booking to lock in the lower rate. Other out-of-pocket costs include alcohol beyond your Bar Tab credit, spa treatments, shore excursions, casino, and specialty add-ons.
Got Questions? We got answers.
Got Questions? We got answers.
Puerto Plata is one of the Dominican Republic's established tourist destinations with infrastructure built specifically for cruise visitors. MOOD Travel Club will provide vetted shore excursion operators and guidance on navigating the port area safely. As with any international destination, common sense and booking reputable tours is recommended. The Dominican Republic has a significant and beautiful African diaspora heritage, and MOOD travelers consistently find the local reception to Black visitors to be warm and welcoming
The Mount Isabel cable car is the most iconic experience in Puerto Plata — the views from the summit are extraordinary. Ocean World Adventure Park offers marine and wildlife encounters. Damajagua Falls (27 Waterfalls) is an adventurous natural experience about 45 minutes from port. And Cabarete's beach clubs are perfect for a more low-key day. Your MOOD advisor will send a full excursion guide after sign-up.
August 31 – September 5 is technically late summer-early fall, which is technically within the Caribbean hurricane season. However, cruise ships have sophisticated weather routing technology and will reroute or adjust itineraries in the unlikely event of severe weather. Virgin Voyages handles all weather-related sailing decisions. Travel protection is strongly recommended for this sailing date.
Signing up is free and commits you to nothing. You enter your name and email on this page and receive our exclusive Virgin Voyages group booking link via email. You then use that link to book your cabin and deposit directly through Virgin Voyages. No money is collected during sign-up.
Yes. Virgin Voyages is strictly 18+ with absolutely no exceptions. No children can board under any circumstances. This creates an elevated, grown-and-sexy atmosphere that is exactly the vibe MOOD Travel Club and Black Cruisers Club are built for.
Absolutely — solo travelers are celebrated in the MOOD community. Single-occupancy cabin options are available, and the entire trip is designed to connect you with like-minded travelers. Many MOOD solo travelers leave with friendships and travel partners for life.
Your fare includes all dining at 20+ onboard restaurants (no extra charges, no fixed dining times, no buffet), Wi-Fi, group fitness classes, entertainment shows, and your MOOD group perks including up to $300 Bar Tab credit per cabin. Tips and gratuities are NOT included in the base fare — they are a separate cost. However, Virgin Voyages offers a discounted gratuity package that can be added at the time of booking, and we strongly recommend locking it in early at the lower rate. Other out-of-pocket costs include alcohol beyond your Bar Tab credit, spa treatments, shore excursions, and specialty add-ons.
No — tips and gratuities are NOT included in the Virgin Voyages base cruise fare. This is an important distinction. Virgin Voyages does offer a discounted crew gratuity package that you can purchase at the time of booking before you sail. Adding gratuities early locks in the lower pre-sailing rate, which is better value than paying onboard. MOOD Travel Club strongly recommends adding the gratuity package when you book your deposit. Your Pre-Voyage email will include instructions on how to do this.
The Bar Tab credit — up to $300 per cabin — is a group perk applied when you book through our exclusive MOOD group link. It covers alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages ordered throughout the ship and is loaded onto your Virgin Voyages wristband (your onboard ID, cabin key, and payment device). Unused Bar Tab credit does not carry over.
Yes — highly recommended. Download the Virgin Voyages app before sailing and make dining reservations as soon as your booking is confirmed. Popular venues like Gunbae (Korean BBQ) and The Wake book up quickly. MOOD coordinates group dining where available, but personal reservations are smart backup.
MOOD Travel Club is a Black-owned luxury group travel company founded in 2016, specializing in curated group experiences for sophisticated travelers. Black Cruisers Club is the cruise-focused arm, certified as a Virgin Voyages First Mate agency. Together, they represent the fastest-growing Black travel community in the world.
MOOD Travel Club's full refund and cancellation policy is available at moodtravelclub.com. Review the Trip Contract and Terms & Conditions before booking. Travel protection is strongly recommended for all group bookings to protect your investment.