Exclusive: Record season, but price rises on the way, says survey
Australia’s cruise season, which ends in just a few short weeks, has proved to be the biggest yet, but price rises are likely on the way for next season.
Shots, pyjama parties and a 100th birthday: Virgin IS different
We’re on board Sir Richard Branson's Resilient Lady, the ship that is supposed to change everything about cruising. Drag queens, bingo with The Diva and dancing till 6 am.
Best cruise lines for singles
Singles and solo travellers are becoming a growing market in the cruise industry proving that hitting the high seas alone doesn't mean having a lonely time at sea.
Ultimate Guide: Resilient Lady
Resilient Lady is now sailing from Australian homeport.
Cruise month: Why 2023/24 season will see the best bargains ever
Stand by to be wooed as never before. Australia’s biggest ocean cruise season is just around the corner, and the industry wants to win ...
Resilient Lady’s popularity means Virgin Voyages returns next year
Virgin Voyages’ Resilient Lady will return for a second Australian season after the huge bookings success of its inaugural voyages Down Under.
Australian ports gear up for a bumper ‘wave season’
Australia gears up for bumper ‘wave season’
Vaccine requirements: How our readers got the states to change course
The federal government has announced that Covid protocols and vaccination requirements will be repealed for the upcoming wave season.
Virgin Voyages cancels four New Zealand sailings following “guest feedback”
Virgin Voyages has revealed that four Trans-Tasman cruises scheduled between January and March next year have been cancelled following “client and industry” feedback. The ...
Boom in single women cruisers sparks the return of male companions
The boom in single women cruisers has led lines to consider new ways to make them comfortable – including meet-and-greet sessions, special activities and ...
Virgin Voyages’ Resilient Lady launches ahead of her Australian season
Virgin Voyages newest ship Resilient Lady has said ‘Yamas’ to its first ever homeport in Athens, embarking on its first ever itinerary on May 14. ...
Virgin Voyages unveils new entertainment on the Resilient Lady
Virgin Voyages has unveiled new entertainment on the Resilient Lady, just before her debut later this year. Some of Virgin Voyages’ flagship shows like ...
Cruise like JLo with on a special Virgin Voyages cruise
Want to cruise like Jennifer Lopez? Virgin Voyages has announced a one-time voyage designed Latina pop sensation which will be sailing from Miami between ...
The best ship launches of 2023
It’s a big year for cruise ship launches with a throng of new premium and contemporary ships, but there is a massive lineup of ...
Virgin Voyages is planning to sail in Australia next year – we find out if it lives up to the hype
The new cruise line is rocking the sea and making waves, so we gave it a spin. All-night dance parties, six restaurants serving up ...
Virgin Voyages Melbourne bookings surge as Resilient Lady’s debut is postponed
The launch of Resilient Lady, Virgin Voyages third ship, may have been postponed, but her Australian debut is secure and Melbourne cabins are going ...
