Ahoy! We caught up with Richard recently to share our latest plans and he wanted to say a quick hello 😍
We're the 1st brand (ever) to sweep all 5 large ship categories in the history of the Cruise Critic Cruisers’ Choice Awards!
🏆 Best Overall
🏆 Best Dining
🏆 Best Cabins
🏆 Best Service
🏆 Best Value-for-Money
We owe it all to you, Sailors and First Mates🔻
https://virg.in/3BL5
Time to utilize our LetsGoBook Technology
Here is how you find your own link.
* Navigate to www.firstmates.com
* Go to your profile on the top right
* Under 'Personal Details' you will see a link called 'Frist Mate Link'
* Copy that and use a service like bit.ly to shorten the URL
* If you do not see it, simply email [email protected]
Developed with First Mates (travel advisors) feedback at its core, this tool allows advisors to book clients faster and easier.
The streamlined, advisor-friendly interface offers a simpler, intuitive system that takes the friction out of the booking process.
LetsGoBook allows advisors to send a dedicated link to their clients via email/text or share on their social media channels, giving Sailors the opportunity to book themselves while still receiving the benefits that the First Mates provide to Sailors.
Every new booking made using First Mates unique LetsGoBook link will be automatically connected to their account on FirstMsates.com.
Immediately after a booking is made, agents can instantly view and customize their client's voyage, which includes adding authentic, locally inspired Shore Things, upgrading cabin categories, adding a Bar Tab - our updated take on traditional drinks packages, and so much more...
https://virginvoyages.canto.com/b/Q7FTE
How To Create A New Booking
Now that you've logged into FirstMates.com - we wanted to share this step-by-step video guide on how to use our booking tool. Click play below and we'll guide you from start to finish on creating a simple booking! Check out the Marketing Support section for more Tools & Guides to help you #RaiseYourSales.
To find out more about our training videos simply log into www.firstmates.com then click on the 'Tools & Guides' tab, then 'Booking Bootcamp'.
FRIDAY DRINKS WITH VIRGIN VOYAGES
I'm sure many of you are still enjoying some down time from Christmas and New Year celebrations with family and friends, so I'm sure there is still time to enjoy a nice cold beverage. So, because if this I think it's important that you all know where the 5 best spots for having a drink on our Lady Ships!
EPIC SEA CHANGE FOR ALL - VIRGIN VOYAGES
We’re on a mission to create an Epic Sea Change for All with our crew, the partners we love, our Sailors who leave transformed for the better, and communities, oceans and environments that are truly cared for.
Adult-by-Design
This holiday is just for those 18 and over. No kidding. (See what we did there?) With elevated experiences curated with adults in mind, we’ve created a place where only your Sailors’ inner-child will be roaming free.
Relaxed Luxe
We’ve ditched buffets and pre-set dining times to bring your Sailors fresh flavors and unexpected pairings with made-to-order food from our 20+ unique eateries—all included. Dine on churrasco steak and lemon cheesecake at The Wake, mezze-style bites and glasses of rosé in the open air of The Dock, or get your crew together for a lively Korean BBQ free-for-all at Gunbae—all with views of the waves. No stuffiness, just premium service and endless options—all On Us.
Ordinary to Extraordinary
We didn’t just build a cruise, we set out to create a revolutionary way to explore the world. From longer stays and overnights at ports, to diverse entertainment and dining experiences, your Sailors will never want to sail any other way. Plus, all of our voyages always include over $600 in extras, like dining at 20+ unique eateries, WiFi, group fitness classes, tips, and essential drinks.
Boutique Glamour
Combining the luxury of a yacht with the diverse options of a larger ship, our Creative Collective designed an environment that inspires personal and experiential connection — spaces where the sea is always front and center. Whether you’re living large in a Tom Dixon-designed suite or taking in the views from a Sea Terrace, technology and sustainability are all around; tinted windows, LED lighting, eco-sensors, and thoughtfully-sourced materials are just a few of the design choices that help our ship use less energy, without sacrificing style.
All set for the Travellers Choice National Conference. Looking forward to catching up with all of their members today.
From the buzzing streets of Marseilles and the locally-sourced wine in Cannes, to basking in the sun at one of Olbia’s famed white-sand beaches and dancing the night away under the stars in Ibiza (because yes, we’re staying the night), there are few places more awe-inspiring than the Med.
Beginning in picturesque Barcelona, our seven-night French Daze & Ibiza Nights voyage offers something for every explorer, whether your Sailors are interested in bountiful history or breathtaking beaches…or both.
Learn more - https://www.firstmates.com/fmdc/s/europe?
Ahoy Sailors!
Look at this amazing sunrise view from our Sales Manager Rachel Ttw Javier
Ahoy First Mates!
Virgin Voyages (represented by Travel the World in Australia) are featured on A Current Affair on Monday 23 May. Don’t miss it!!
Filmed this week onboard Valiant Lady in The Med. 🥰
Since our lady ships can travel to ports all across the planet, we're going to make those possibilities a reality 🚢🌏
This is your sign from Richard Branson to take advantage of our latest offers (expiring soon!) and book your next holiday down under!
Book now- www.FirstMates.com
On board, our lady ships, Shake for Champagne is as easy as 1,2,3. Just shake, wait, and sip 👋⌛️🥂
Moët & Chandon
🎥 IG/theshayspence
Resilient Lady
Resilient Lady’s strong and stunning mermaid is officially here.
Created by the exceptional artist Jodie Herrera our new mermaid represents strength and resilience — capturing the essence of a woman who knows exactly who she is and what she wants, no matter the obstacle. Throughout Herrera’s career, her work has focused on connecting and uplifting women by highlighting feminist issues, with each story portraying remarkable people who have perservered throughout their lives. And Resilient Lady’s mermaid is no different.
A hero of the seas who is courageous, curious, and..resilient 💪
Clik the link to learn more the inspiration behind bringing our Resilient Lady to life 🚢🧜🏽♀️ https://virg.in/4HoA
🎥 IG/chromaj
And a truly epic partnership was born.
Did… we just say Jennifer Lopez? Yep. We did. #micdrop
When it comes to game-changing icons, she’s the definition. So when we decided to change the ceremonial role of Godmother into a truly modern relationship that could shape the future of travel, there was only one person for the job… Jennifer Lopez.
So in the spirit of redefining nautical tradition, we’re ditching the term “Godmother”, and instead calling her exactly what she is — Investor and Chief Entertainment and Lifestyle Officer — partnering with us to create the most epic travel experience possible. With Jennifer Lopez on deck, the glamor, the energy, and the creativity just amped up, and we have unbelievable plans on the horizon. In fact, stay tuned on Friday for the start of something (very) big.
Ever wondered if something can taste as good as it looks (and sounds)? Sail with us to The Beach Club at Bimini and find out 🍹😎
🚨Set Sail the Virgin Way in 2023 🚨
Share with your Sailors that our third ship, Resilient Lady, is traveling across the world — making her way down to Australia by way of some of the most jaw-dropping destinations on the planet.
First sailing for 14 nights from Piraeus (Athens) to dazzling Dubai, then hopping from Dubai to stunning Singapore over 15 nights, and finally from Singapore down to Sydney for a 15-night voyage — it’s 3 voyages, 17 destinations, and an unrivaled way for your Sailors to see some of the most unbelievable places in the world.
From the Great Pyramids of Giza to the Great Barrier Reef, send them aboard one (or two, or three!) of our repositioning voyages setting sail next October-December 2023 — now officially open for booking.
Book now - www.FirstMates.com
