Virgin Voyages is making group travel easier and more rewarding with an updated program designed to provide greater flexibility and enhanced benefits for both travellers and travel advisors.

As the cruise line prepares for the highly anticipated launch of Brilliant Lady and a lineup of exciting itineraries, its group travel program – now called Circles, Groups, and Weddings –has evolved in response to feedback from its First Mates (travel advisors).

The new program simplifies group bookings while offering richer rewards for both advisors and their clients. Travellers booking as a group through a First Mate can enjoy up to a 10% discount, up to $300 in complimentary drinks, and a dedicated group dinner at one of Virgin’s six Michelin-inspired restaurants. Meanwhile, travel advisors benefit from a fair and flexible booking process with attractive earning opportunities.

Circles: 

• This reimagined program provides First Mates with increased flexibility and enhanced benefits for their Sailors
• No minimum cabin requirement]
• No deposit required
• More time to form a group
• Richer combinability, including ‘My Next Virgin Voyage’
• Price and promotion protection
• One complimentary Sea Terrace for the travel conductor once a 10 cabin threshold is met, or the option of a 2% bonus commission

Groups: 

• Designed for agents who already have groups that are ready to lock in their getaway and sail together to celebrate a milestone or special occasion
• An eight-cabin minimum
• No deposit required
• A 30-day hold
• On-board Bar Tab options
• Price and promotion protection

Weddings: 

• Designed for First Mates who have Sailors interested in getting married aboard one of Virgin Voyages’ ships and also want to book their guests’ accommodations
• No minimum cabin requirement
• A 30-day hold
• On-board Bar Tab options
• Price and promotion protection

For the first time, all four of Virgin Voyages’ ships will be sailing in the Caribbean later this year, offering travellers even more opportunities to explore paradise. With stops in destinations like Grand Cayman, St. Maarten, and Curaçao, Sailors can look forward to immersive experiences such as chasing waterfalls in Jamaica or discovering the vibrant culture of Dominica through Virgin’s expertly curated Shore Things excursions.

Virgin Voyages remains dedicated to supporting its First Mates by staying NCF-free and offering some of the highest commission rates in the industry.

For more details on Virgin Voyages’ updated Circles, Groups, and Weddings program, visit virginvoyages.com.

Soure: Travelweek