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travel11 days ago•1 min saved

Travel Disruptions in the Caribbean Following US Venezuela Strikes

Virgin Voyages has announced that due to the temporary closure of Puerto Rico's airspace caused by military activity in Venezuela, flights are disrupted, but disembarkation in San Juan will proceed as scheduled with all sailors required to disembark by 10:30 a.m. Travelers are advised to check with their airlines for updates, and those unable to embark on the next voyage will receive a full credit. The company is actively managing the situation and providing updates.

via Virgin Voyages|

#disembarkation #puerto-rico #san-juan

travel1 year ago•2 min saved

"Richard Branson's Surprise: Free Virgin Voyages Cruise for Delta Passengers"

Richard Branson surprised Delta SkyMiles members on a flight from Atlanta to San Juan, Puerto Rico, by gifting them free cruises on Virgin Voyages' Resilient Lady in celebration of the ship’s new homeport in San Juan. The surprise was part of a joint effort between Delta Air Lines and Virgin Voyages, with additional prizes including flights, hotel stays, and gift cards. This gesture comes after Delta CEO Ed Bastian announced updates to the airline's frequent flyer program following customer dissatisfaction with recent changes.

via Fox Business|

#delta-air-lines #free-cruise #richard-branson

travel-and-leisure2 years ago•3 min saved

Top Picks for Travel in 2023: Mega-ship Ocean Cruises, Best U.S. Destination, and More

Travel + Leisure readers have ranked the top mega-ship ocean cruise lines, with Virgin Voyages taking the top spot for its innovative approach to cruise vacations. Celebrity Cruises and Princess Cruises also received high praise for their new ships and impressive itineraries. Royal Caribbean International and Norwegian Cruise Line rounded out the top five. The cruise industry is experiencing a resurgence, with more travelers planning to set sail this year than in 2019.

via Travel + Leisure|

#celebrity-cruises #mega-ship-ocean-cruise-lines #norwegian-cruise-line

cruise-industry-news2 years ago•7 min saved

June 11, 2023 Cruise Industry Update.

This week's cruise news update includes proposed new taxes for cruisers visiting the Bahamas, a Scottish port asking ships to silence their horns, ongoing speed issues for Carnival Panorama, Virgin Voyages canceling New Zealand cruises, MSC Cruises christening its newest ship in Denmark, and Norwegian Cruise Line canceling more voyages. Other cruise news includes Royal Caribbean testing alternative fuels, Holland America Line announcing Asia itineraries, and Carnival Cruise Line deploying drug-detection canines.

via Cruise Hive|

#bahamas #carnival-cruise-line #cruise-industry-news

entertainment2 years ago•2 min saved

"Jennifer Lopez Rocks Old Hollywood Glam with a Modern Twist"

Jennifer Lopez, 53, shared a series of sizzling snaps on Instagram, flaunting her toned abs in a matching crop top and skirt while promoting Virgin Voyages travel company. She also recently launched her ready-to-drink bottled cocktails called Delola, which come in three flavors and were developed with Teremana Tequila co-founders Ken Austin and Jenna Fagnan, her manager Benny Medina, and mixologist Lynnette Romero. Some fans criticized the move, citing her husband's recovery from alcoholism.

via Daily Mail|

#delola #entertainment #fashion

travel2 years ago•2 min saved

Fatal Fall: Cruise Passenger Plummets from Balcony as Ship Departs Florida

A passenger on a Virgin Voyages cruise ship fell off their balcony and died after the ship left Miami en route to Honduras. The passenger fell onto another person on a lower deck, who was not seriously injured. The ship returned to Miami after the incident but resumed its voyage. Details about the incident are not yet available.

via WGN TV Chicago|

#balcony-fall #cruise #miami

tragedy2 years ago•1 min saved

Fatal Falls on Virgin Voyages Cruise Ship

A woman fell to her death on a Virgin Voyages cruise ship shortly after departure, landing on another passenger. Despite receiving immediate medical attention, the woman passed away. The ship turned back to Miami, and cruise reps are working with local officials to determine the cause of the incident.

via TMZ|

#cruise-ship #death #medical-emergency

travel2 years ago•2 min saved

Fatal Fall on Virgin Voyages Cruise Ship Prompts Return to Miami

A female passenger fell from her Deck 14 stateroom balcony aboard Virgin Voyages' Valiant Lady onto one of the ship's lower decks resulting in her passing away on the first night of the ship's current sailing. The ship immediately returned to PortMiami to debark the deceased passenger, forcing a dramatic itinerary alteration for the vessel. The circumstances of the fall are under investigation, and the ship is now en route to Cozumel. This is the second sad incident aboard the vessel, and Cruise Hive's condolences are with the woman's family and friends.

via Cruise Hive|

#cruise-ship #miami #passenger-fall

travel2 years ago•1 min saved

Fatal Fall from Balcony on Virgin Voyages Cruise Ship.

A passenger on Virgin Voyages' Valiant Lady ship died after falling from a balcony shortly after departure on Sunday. The ship was redirected back to Miami, and the cruise line is working closely with local officials. The ship has since resumed sailing with an adjusted itinerary. Between 2009 and 2019, there were 292 serious injuries to passengers or crew members on cruise ships and 126 minor injuries, according to statistics compiled for Cruise Lines International Association.

via USA TODAY|

#balcony-fall #cruise-ship #passenger-death

travel2 years ago•1 min saved

Tragedy on Virgin Voyages Cruise Ship: Passenger Falls to Death from Balcony

A Virgin Voyages ship had to return to PortMiami after a female passenger fell from her balcony to a lower deck and died despite receiving immediate medical attention. The ship had departed on Sunday and the circumstances surrounding the fall are under investigation. The name of the woman who died has not been released.

via CBS Miami|

#balcony-fall #investigation #miami