VIRGIN Voyages is set to call Australia home, with its third ship, Resilient Lady, to be based at Station Pier in Port Melbourne from 2023 (TD breaking news).
Resilient Lady will first make her way to Australia on a 44-night trans-continental voyage from Athens to Sydney, which was originally made public earlier this year (TD 28 Feb).
She will then travel to destinations across Australia, including Hobart, Burnie, and Sydney, as well as New Zealand, on cruises ranging from two to 14 nights in duration.
Resilient Lady will be in Australia from Dec 2023 to Mar 2024, with reservations now open alongside a launch sale of up to 30% off voyage fares.
Virgin Group founder Richard Branson described the Aussie debut as an exciting milestone for the brand.
“Australia has a very special place in my heart,” he said.
“For more than 50 years, Virgin companies have been innovating and making industries better for our customers.
“Virgin Voyages is very much charting its own path, offering a fresh perspective on cruise travel with all the elements of the Virgin experience that people love.”
The announcement coincides with Virgin’s First Mates Roadshow, which this month is touring major Aussie cities.
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