Virgin Voyages offers status match to 50 million elite travelers
Virgin Voyages is launching what it calls the broadest Status Match program ever offered.
It is extending instant status recognition to about 50 million travelers who hold high-tier status with more than 35 airline, hotel and cruise loyalty programs.
Virgin cites data that says 83% of consumers feel undervalued by the brands they remain loyal to.
Earned elite status means instant Blue Extras on the first Virgin Voyages sailing, providing immediate recognition.
“Loyalty programs have gotten it backward,” said Nirmal Saverimuttu, CEO of Virgin Voyages.
“They ask for more, give less and call it a reward. We’re flipping that. From the moment Sailors step aboard, we want them to feel recognized.”
Virgin Voyages is recognizing loyalty members from across the Virgin family – Virgin Atlantic’s Flying Club and Virgin Australia’s Velocity Frequent Flyer.
The enhanced Status Match is also eligible across 35+ travel programs including American Airlines’ AAdvantage, United MileagePlus Program, Delta SkyMiles, Marriott Bonvoy, Hilton Honors, World of Hyatt, IHG One Rewards, Royal Caribbean’s Crown and Anchor Society, Norwegian Cruise Line’s Latitudes Rewards, Carnival’s VIFP Club and dozens more.
Blue Extras unlock premium coffee at The Grounds Club, complimentary laundry service, exclusive cocktail events and personalized Sailor Services support from embarkation to disembarkation.
There is also access to special deals.
Guests can apply for Virgin Voyages’ Status Match now through January 16, 2026 and book a voyage by March 31, 2026 to get Blue Extras.
Now through summer 2027, it is valid for departures from Miami, San Juan, New York, Barcelona, Athens, Los Angeles and Seattle to the Caribbean, Mediterranean, Alaska and beyond.
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