Redundancies at Virgin Voyages
Virgin Voyages has made members of its US-based shoreside team redundant, the company has confirmed. “These are especially hard times for hospitality and travel,” said the company in a…
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Virgin Voyages pushes back launch events
Virgin Voyages has postponed its launch event in Miami, which was originally planned to take place next week, and delayed its showcase tour and inaugural season. In a statement,…
‘First Mates’ head to Dover to join Virgin Voyages’ new Scarlet Lady
Virgin Voyages has hosted its first agent guests on board Scarlet Lady in Dover, before it makes its way to Liverpool and the United States. The new 2,770-guest, adults-only ship…
Travel agents get on board Virgin Voyages
Virgin Voyages has hosted its first travel agent guests on board the Scarlet Lady in Dover, before it makes its way to Liverpool and the United States. The new…
Virgin Voyages offers bonus commission
Virgin Voyages has launched a new agent incentive, allowing the trade to earn a bonus commission of up to 16 per cent. The offer will run from December 19…
Virgin Voyages promotes Shane Riley to associate VP
Virgin Voyages has promoted director of international sales Shane Riley to associate vice president of international sales. He joined the new line in May 2018 from Carnival, where he…
Virgin Voyages announces second ship, Valiant Lady
Virgin Voyages has today announced its second ship, Valiant Lady, which is set to debut in May 2021. The ship, which follows the line’s inaugural vessel, Scarlet Lady, will…
Virgin Voyages revealed Wendy Williams as captain
Virgin Voyages have revealed that Captain Wendy Williams will be the master of Scarlet Lady. She will be the first Canadian woman to be captain of a ship for…
Interview: Virgin Voyages’ Tom McAlpin and Stacy Shaw
Sam Ballard sits down with Virgin Voyages’ Tom McAlpin and Stacy Shaw to talk about what agents can expect from the new line, which is launching next year If there’s…
Clia Conference 2019: Branson surprises delegates
Sam Ballard reports from this year’s Clia conference, which saw a surprise showing from the Virgin boss, plus insights from other industry insiders Sir Richard Branson, the founder of…