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Virgin Voyages has completely reimagined the traditional cruise experience, bringing Richard Branson’s signature rebellious spirit to cruise industry. Here’s why this adults-only cruise line stands out from the crowd in remarkable ways based on what we’ve seen onboard. Adults-Only Paradise…
Our next adventure awaits. Or should I say ‘Voyage’… I’m beyond excited that my next upcoming adventure is aboard the Scarlet Lady, which will be my first time cruising on Virgin Voyages. This is a highly anticipated journey here and…
In a Facebook live post, Virgin Voyages released the first renders from their upcoming 2020 newbuild and first ship in their fleet. The as yet unnamed ship will feature: Richard’s Rooftop A private sundeck fir VIP guests. This will be…
At a press conference today, Virgin Voyages have announced some exciting details on their upcoming newbuild. The one thing getting the most fanfare is the decision to go adults-only for the entire fleet: That’s why we’ve taken great care to…
Sir Richard Branson, founder of Virgin Group, announced today that what was formerly known as Virgin Cruises will now be known as Virgin Voyages. A press conference was held in Miami today to officially launch the rebranding. The new stylized…
There's the helicopter. @virgincruises #letsmakewaves pic.twitter.com/EOz0T4DDJH — Cruise Critic (@CruiseCritic) June 23, 2015 Virgin Cruises held a press conference in Miami today to unveil the first details about their ambitious plans to shake up the cruise industry. Virgin Cruises will…
According to two sources, quite reliable I might add, Virgin cruises is getting ready to sign a contract with Italy’s Fincantieri to construct two 180,000gt ships. It was either going to be Meyer [Finland or Germany] or Fincantieri. The decision…
A couple of people have gotten their hands on some documents from that infamous Colin Veitch v. Virgin Management USA lawsuit. In it are some renders of what the proposed ship would look like. It’s basically an Oasis vessel with…
This is a strange story unfolding. Last Wednesday, Colin Veitch, former CEO of NCL, brought a breach of contract suit against Virgin Management USA Inc. and Richard Branson. Here’s the details from Justia: Plaintiff: Colin Veitch and VSM DEVELOPMENT, INC.…
More details have emerged on Virgin cruises. Talking on one of his trains to the Telegraph, Sir Richard Branson announced that he is in the final stages of negations with Fincantieri and/or Meyer Werft. For two ships, the total cost…
The Virgin Group today officially announced the formation of Virgin Cruises. They appointed ex Disney and ResidentSea exec Tom McAlpin as their CEO. Next step will be figuring out what ships to use. Rumors are circulating that they want to…
Cruise Industry News is reporting that, according to from rumors they are hearing, Virgin Group founder Richard Branson is attempting to secure $1.7 billion in funding from various banks. If successful, he intends to launch Virgin Cruises. They will build two…
Several news outlets are reporting that Virgin Group founder and chairman Richard Branson is considering a cruise industry venture. He has apparently hired Allen & Co, a US-based corporate advisory firm, to explore the potential of launching Virgin Cruises. This is pretty…