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Urban One and Virgin Voyages Launch 2026 ONE Voyage for HBCUs
The sailing shows how affinity cruises are evolving beyond entertainment, turning loyal fan communities into sustained support for historically Black colleges and universities.
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Virgin Voyages Unveils Rovey AI Assistant for Cruise Planning
Virgin is betting artificial intelligence can turn cruise shopping from a weeks-long research project into a guided conversation, reshaping how lines win first-time guests.
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Virgin Voyages Sets Four-Ship Caribbean Rendezvous for 2027
As Caribbean capacity swells, Virgin is betting on a shared, made-for-video moment to turn separate sailings into one community and sharpen its edge against rivals.
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PortMiami Faces Gridlock as Up to Eight Cruise Ships Dock
Miami’s cruise boom is colliding with downtown construction, and the resulting gridlock shows how port growth is testing the city’s transportation network.
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Bodrum Cruise Port Sets Passenger Record With 138,149 Visitors
Bodrum’s record season shows how Türkiye’s cruise comeback is spreading beyond the biggest ports, with smaller destinations using sustainability and youth programs to stand out.
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Virgin Voyages Gives Future Voyage Credit for Canceled Flights
With air travel growing less reliable and insurance often excluding shutdown chaos, Virgin Voyages is using cruise credits to keep loyalty when passengers cannot reach the pier.
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Cruise Outbreaks 2025 Improved Sanitation
With GI illness outbreaks rising on cruise ships in 2025, health officials and cruise lines are ramping up sanitation and education efforts as travel season approaches peak demand.
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Virgin Voyages Rebrands Celebration Voyages
Virgin Voyages’ updated Red Hot Sailing Club Voyages aim to deepen the brand’s music legacy with themed sailings, high-profile acts, and immersive entertainment across multiple ships.
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Guest Faces Federal Assault Charge After Incident on Resilient Lady
DeGiorgio’s case highlights the complex legal and security challenges cruise lines face when addressing incidents involving high-profile passengers in international waters.
Tom Bridge kitesurfs off Virgin ship, 129 feet high
Tom Bridge, a kitesurfer and Red Bull athlete, showcased an extraordinary feat on September 25, 2024, transforming the Virgin Voyages' Resilient Lady cruise ship into a kitesurfing stage. Anchored in the picturesque waters of the Greek Isles, Bridge executed a daring jump from the ship's deck 16,
Virgin Voyages revives Summer Season Pass for 2025
Virgin Voyages has announced the return of its Summer Season Pass for 2025, an exciting offering aimed at travelers wishing to mix work and play on the high seas. This package allows guests to enjoy a unique work-life balance, enabling them to manage their projects while exploring scenic ports
Branson weds couples on Virgin's celebration cruise
Virgin Voyages is making waves in the cruise industry by offering couples a unique opportunity to tie the knot aboard their luxurious ships. Recently, Sir Richard Branson officiated weddings for three couples aboard Virgin Voyages ships, highlighting the line's commitment to creating memorable experiences. This event is part