Award-Winning Virgin Voyages Amplifies Eat & Drink Festival with Two-Month Culinary & Cocktail Showcase

 

Michelin-starred chefs and award-winning mixologists bring limited-time events to the high seas for the second year in a row

  Virgin Voyages is calling seasoned foodies and travelers craving a delicious getaway to celebrate the brand’s second annual Eat & Drink Festival. Spanning across two months, this culinary and cocktail showcase aboard Richard Branson’s travel fleet promises exciting international flavors, unique pairings, and incredible bites all brought to life through the brand's award-winning food and beverage offerings.   This August and September, Sailors aboard Virgin Voyages’ three ships - Scarlet Lady, Valiant Lady and Resilient Lady - can sink their teeth into a series of gastronomic events created by the brand’s Culinary Collective and brought to life by the talented chefs aboard each vessel. From multi-course dinners and wine pairings to chef-led demos, ship-wide bar experiences, healthy walkabouts and special amuse bouches to start any meal in style, Sailors are sure to be surprised and delighted with the event line-up and special chef appearances.   Back for the second consecutive year are culinary powerhouses including Brad Farmerie, Sohui Kim, Eric Kim Haugen, Matt Lambert, Silvana Salcido Esparza, Waki Ng and Virgin Voyages’ very own Chef Levi Mezick, along with legendary mixologists Charles Joly, and Miami beverage creators Unfiltered Hospitality and Cocktail Cartel. Joining the festivities for the first time ever are:  

• George Motz, Emmy Award-winning filmmaker, author and producer called the foremost authority on hamburgers by The New York Times.
• The Taste Curators: Lish Steiling and Abbey Cook, cookbook authors and a wife duo who inspire joy by showcasing the connections between food, fashion and color. A former “Chopped” champion, Lish has worked for The Today Show, Vanity Fair, The Food Network and Epicurious. Abbey is a color and trend forecaster who’s worked for Malhia Kent, Martha Stewart, Doneger Group and Cotton Incorporated.
• The Couple’s Kitchen: James Briscione and Brooke Parkhurst, who opened their first restaurant, Angelena’s Ristorante Italiano, in Pensacola, FL. Brooke is both Wine Director and Director of Marketing. Prior to opening the restaurant, James was a Food Network personality with multiple wins on “Beat Bobby Flay.”
• Effie Panagopoulos, the first Greek woman in history to start a liquor brand: KLEOS Mastiha Spirit, a premium liqueur made with mastiha, an ancient Greek superfood found only in Chios.
• Mark Farrell, the founder of Ten to One Rum who was born in Trinidad & Tobago before attending MIT, the University of Cambridge and finally Harvard Business School. He created Ten to One, which is grounded in authentic elements of Caribbean culture and heritage.
• Burnt Sage out of Barcelona, a dynamic consulting firm that emerged in 2021 from the fusion of two rival bars in Barcelona: Lilith & Sons and Kyoudai 33.
• Miami’s Finest, including Danilo Bozovic of Swizzle, Robert Valls of The Sylvester, Arnoldo Ferrer of Cafe La Trova and Naren Young of Sweet Liberty.
• Barcelona’s Finest, including Marta Calero of Piñata Cocktail Cantina, Baptiste Etcheverry of Lilith & Sons, Ivan Di Giovanni of Marlowe and Ana Michel Alves Martínez of Collage Cocktail Bar.

  Virgin Voyages is also collaborating with its time-honored beverage partners  Intelligentsia, JoJo Tea and Filthy Food to host hands-on events for Sailors during the Eat & Drink Festival. This year’s line-up includes more than 30 special activations including two anchor events and dedicated happenings aboard each ship.   Fresh off a Wine Spectator “Award of Excellence” win for its 1920s-inspired steakhouse, The Wake, Virgin Voyages continues to draw Sailors back with its elevated food & beverage and impeccable service. The new brand – less than two years old – recently swept the Cruise Critic 2023 Cruisers’ Choice Awards, taking home a win for best dining, a pillar of the on-board experience and revered in Sailor reviews and editorial articles alike. Pink Agave, the brand’s Mexican eatery known for serving up authentic street food in a sleek Tom Dixon-designed space, also won best dining venue in TravelAge West’s recent WAVE Awards. Given the success of its Michelin-inspired menus, six signature eateries and unique ever-evolving menus, Virgin Voyages is proving that the reimagined cruise dining concept is here to stay.   Sailors wanting a taste of the Eat & Drink Festival will receive a $300 Bar Tab when they book voyages during August and September. To reserve a cabin or to learn more about Virgin Voyages’ special F&B events, visit www.VirginVoyages.com or contact your First Mate (travel advisor).   Fleet-Wide Events  

• Anchor Event: Taste of The Galley - Sailors can let their inner foodies run wild in The Galley, the chic food hall dreamt up to defy the traditional cruise buffet. Every sea day between 4 and 7 p.m., The Galley transforms into a gastronomic showcase offering a diverse array of flavors from all around the world. From Chef Matt Lambert comes a Meaty Boy Sandwich at Virgin Voyages’ 24-hour Diner & Dash while Chef Waki Ng delivers a flavor-packed punch with his Hiyashi Chuka, (Japanese cold soba noodles) at Noodle Around. Cost: Included
• Anchor Event: Seven Sea Sippers - An elevated bar crawl disguised as a cocktail treasure hunt comes alive in Seven Seas Sippers. Following a map Captain Jack Sparrow would be impressed with, Sailors embark on an adventure across the ship. Along their route, they’ll explore popular watering holes, taste seven distinct cocktails or mocktails and earn stamps to earn a shot at claiming a secret treasure. Cost: $9-15 per cocktail
• Razzle Dazzle by Night - Teased during last year’s Eat & Drink Month, this elevated dining concept at Razzle Dazzle is back and here to stay. Designed by Food Network’s Chef Eric Kim Haugen, the new menu at this eatery is anything but black & white like its signature WWI-inspired design. Featuring veggie-forward dishes and reimagined American classics like a short rib pastrami and Nashville hot cauliflower, Razzle Dazzle by Night has quickly become a Sailor favorite. Paired with a fresh drink menu from Miami’s Cocktail Cartel Co., the curated libations are not to be missed. Cost: Included
• Amuse Bouche at Signature Eateries - Specially crafted by the talented chefs in Virgin Voyages’ Culinary Collective, these unique and inventive bouches are the perfect beginning to an unforgettable culinary journey. Cost: Included
• Flavors Uncorked - Hosted at The Wake, Virgin Voyages’ glamourous steak & seafood eatery, Flavors Uncorked is a five-course dinner menu by Michelin-starred Chef Brad Farmerie. This decadent dining experience comes complete with Champagne, oysters two ways and a grilled Tomahawk steak, all paired with wines to amplify the flavor profiles. Cost: $125/Sailor or $250/two Sailors
• Path of Negroni - An Italian classic made with a combination of Campari, sweet vermouth and gin, the Negroni a perfect blend of simplicity and sophistication that’s enamored bartenders worldwide. Its endless adjustable template has inspired the Negroni Family Tree, giving mixologists – and now Sailors – the freedom to explore & create their own variations. Cost: $50/Sailor
• Juice Walk - Virgin Voyages’ detox and retox concept comes alive with Juice Walk, a traveling juice bar walkabout weaving Sailors through the ship’s can't-miss juice and smoothie spaces. Designed to get Sailors active & engaged, the multi-stop workout led by The Balancer travels across the ship and features built-in recovery stops. During these delicious breaks, Sailors can sip & savor healthy fruit & veggie-forward libations while mingling with fellow Sailors. And for those who complete the circuit, there may be a “naughty” bevvy waiting. Cost: $25/Sailor

  Events by Ship   Scarlet Lady  

• Let's Mushroom Around - This interactive, demo-style cooking class gives Sailors the opportunity to discover the techniques behind two of Virgin Voyages’ most iconic mushroom-inspired dishes: The Test Kitchen’s Mushroom Mousse and Razzle Dazzle’s Mushroom Tartare. Cost: $25/Sailor
• Bubbles & Bites a Champagne and Fried Chicken Affair - Like the iconic duos of peanut butter & jelly or macaroni & cheese, savory fried chicken was meant to be enjoyed with Champagne… or so we’re saying. During this delightful and surprising pairing, Sailors will sample three luxurious Champagne varieties followed by a crispy and savory fried chicken. Cost: $45/Sailor
• Rum Runners - Follow the tales of rum and its unlawful origins in a tasting experience temming with fascinating history, intriguing characters, and expert craftsmanship (plus daring pirate tales and prohibition anecdotes on the side). Cost: $35/Sailor
• Shot for Shot - During this interactive beverage class hosted in The Test Kitchen, Sailors will drink and click their way to a whole new level of self-expression: making four signature cocktails and snapping the perfect Insta-worthy photo. Cost: $50/Sailor
• Miami's Finest: Bar Takeover - We’re bringing the best of Miami's bar scene to the sea for an exclusive (and unprecedented) collaboration that pushes the boundaries of mixology curated by Unfiltered Hospitality. Cost: Varies per Cocktail
• Chef Cooking Demo: Eric Kim Haugen - During this chef demo, Eric will demonstrate his vegan version of Nashville hot chicken using cauliflower accompanied by butterhead lettuce, pickled vegetables and plant-based ranch. Eric will be on-board Aug. 9. Cost: $25/Sailor
• Chef Cooking Demo: Waki Ng - With more than 20 years of experience, award-winning Waki specializes in contemporary sushi preparation and original ramen creations. Now at the helm of Shinka Ramen & Sake in New York City, Waki will show Sailors how to prepare Hiyashi Chuka, or Japanese cold soba noodles. Waki will be on-board Aug. 14. Cost: $25/Sailor
• Chef Cooking Demo: George Motz - Recognized by The New York Times and Eater LA as the ultimate hamburger authority, George brings his skills to the high seas, teaching Sailors to create his famous Motz burgers, washed down with a refreshing Heineken lager. George will be on-board Aug. 23. Cost: $25/Sailor
• Chef Cooking Demo: Matt Lambert - Known for his restaurant Rodd & Gunn, Michelin-star chef Matt Lambert created the original menu for The Test Kitchen and is back to wow Sailors yet again with an on-board cooking demo. They’ll create a tuna red pepper tart with bonito custard and chili lime dressing. Matt will be on-board Sept. 20. Cost: $25/Sailor

  Valiant Lady  

• Let's Get Choco-Lit - A mix between chocolate worship and pastry workshop, this mouthwatering culinary demo is a treat for anyone who loves baked sweets. Sailors will awaken their inner chocolatier through the world of luscious flavors, rich textures and tantalizing aromas as they discover the art of making exquisite chocolate pralines and irresistible rocher treats. Cost: $25/Sailor
• Master The Art of (White) Wine - Swirl. Smell. Savor. In this sensory journey, Sailors will learn how to appreciate the nuances of white wine like a pro in a 60-minute wine-tasting class at The Wake. Cost: $45/Sailor
• Barcelona's Finest: Bar Takeover - We’re bringing the best of Barcelona’s bar scene to the sea for an exclusive (and unprecedented) collaboration that pushes the boundaries of mixology curated by Burnt Sage. Cost: Varies per Cocktail
• Chef Cooking Demo: Brad Farmerie - Known for the Big Apple’s Michelin-starred PUBLIC and Saxon+Parole, Farmerie created the limited-time Flavors Uncorked experience at The Wake. He also created a special heirloom tomato and cantaloupe gazpacho to demo for Sailors. Brad will be on-board Aug. 6. Cost: $25/Sailor
• Chef Cooking Demo: Silvana Salcido Esparza - Featured in Esquire Magazine and on Food Network’s “Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives,” Silvana created the menu at Pink Agave and is back to offer an interactive guacamole demo for Sailors. Silvana will be on-board Sept 3. Cost: $25/Sailor
• Chef Cooking Demo: Matt Lambert - Known for his restaurant Rodd & Gunn, Michelin-star chef Matt Lambert created the original menu for The Test Kitchen and is back to wow Sailors yet again with an on-board cooking demo. They’ll create a tuna red pepper tart with bonito custard and chili lime dressing. Matt will be on-board Sept. 10. Cost: $25/Sailor
• Chef Cooking Demo: Sohui Kim - Known for NYC’s The Good Fork, Insa and Gage & Tollner, Sohui Kim brings a taste of Korean tradition to the ships with her dynamic dumplings dish. Learn to make this delicious comfort meal at Gunbae, the only Korean BBQ at sea. Sohui will be on-board Sept. Cost: $25/Sailor

Resilient Lady  

• Acai What You Did There - During this demo at The Test Kitchen, Sailors will learn how to make a tempting açaí bowl with healthy toppings, the perfect blend of taste and nutrition for those with little time and a big sweet tooth. Cost: $25/Sailor
• Master The Art of (Red) Wine - Swirl. Smell. Savor. In this sensory journey, Sailors will learn how to appreciate the nuances of red wine like a pro in a 60-minute wine-tasting class at The Wake. Cost: $45/Sailor
• Shot For Shot - During this interactive beverage class hosted in The Test Kitchen, Sailors will drink and click their way to a whole new level of self-expression: making four signature cocktails and snapping the perfect Insta-worthy photo. Cost: $50/Sailor
• Chef Cooking Demo: Silvana Salcido Esparza - Featured in Esquire Magazine and on Food Network’s “Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives,” Silvana created the menu at Pink Agave and is back to offer an interactive guacamole demo for Sailors. Silvana will be on-board Aug. 27. Cost: $25/Sailor
• Chef Cooking Demo: Matt Lambert - Known for his restaurant Rodd & Gunn, Michelin-star chef Matt Lambert created the original menu for The Test Kitchen and is back to wow Sailors yet again with an on-board cooking demo. They’ll create a tuna red pepper tart with bonito custard and chili lime dressing. Matt will be on-board Sept. 3. Cost: $25/Sailor
• Chef Cooking Demo: Sohui Kim - Known for NYC’s The Good Fork, Insa and Gage & Tollner, Sohui Kim brings a taste of Korean tradition to the ships with her dynamic dumplings dish. Learn to make this delicious comfort meal at Gunbae, the only Korean BBQ at sea. Sohui will be on-board Aug. 13.  Cost: $25/Sailo

  As the European summer season starts up, the much- anticipated debut of Virgin Voyages’ third ship, Resilient Lady, is here. As the newest Lady Ship to join the award-winning fleet, Richard Branson’s cruise travel brand is expanding its list of irresistible vacation destinations with Resilient Lady’s inaugural summer season from its new homeport in Athens, Greece. Designed exclusively for travelers 18+, Virgin Voyages’ ships were inspired by superyacht design, bringing glamour to the high seas with spaces designed by world-renowned architects and designers, including Tom Dixon and Concerte Amsterdam. With menus curated by Michelin-starred chefs, the experience has quickly become a foodies paradise, featuring culinary influences from these new regions in the Med.   Resilient Lady makes her debut on May 14, 2023. The seven-night MerMaiden voyage (May 14-21) features the "Greek Island Glow" itinerary, which departs from Athens and includes stops in Santorini, Rhodes, Bodrum and an overnight in Mykonos before returning to Athens. Also debuting this season is the “Adriatic Sea & Greek Gems” itinerary, visiting the most incredible spots in the Adriatic Sea by way of Croatia’s coastline, Greece’s glamorous islands, and a bay in the Balkans. This itinerary also includes a late-night stay in Dubrovnik, giving Sailors plenty of time to explore the scenic city during the day and take part in the vibrant nightlife.   “Virgin Voyages' delivers an amazing experience and has been recognized by hundreds of thousands of happy Sailors with the awards we’ve won for our service, food, design, entertainment and more," said Sir Richard Branson. “We have shown the world all that we have to offer when it comes to having the holiday of your dreams, and I can’t wait to show off our lovely new Resilient Lady in one of the most magical places in the world as she sails around the Greek Isles, Croatia, Turkey and more.”   “I’m thrilled this day is finally here and that Resilient Lady has officially joined our award-winning fleet,” said Tom McAlpin, CEO of Virgin Voyages. “Since our launch just a few years ago, we have received the travel industry's top awards and have experienced a very high rate of return with up to 40% of our Sailors rebooking their next cruise while they’re still on-board with us. I know people are going to love voyaging with Resilient Lady as much as they have with Scarlet and Valiant Lady, and I look forward to sharing this five-star experience with even more Sailors this summer.”   In addition to exploring new destinations, together with its Creative Collective of the world’s best producers, including Randy Weiner (of Sleep No More and Queen of the Night), House of Yes and MISCHIEF, Resilient Lady will also debut incredible new entertainment, including five new shows, two all new soirées in The Manor, exclusive on-board parties, more live music acts and a festival stage of rotating performances.   Alongside entertainment, Virgin Voyages is also unveiling new and tasty food and beverage offerings. Razzle Dazzle After Dark is a menu curated in partnership with Chef Eric Haugen. To celebrate Resilient Lady’s launch, the brand is introducing “Opa Hour,” an ode to the Greek culinary tradition. Held in the Dock and Dock House on all three ships, Opa Hour will feature a Greek-inspired food and beverage menu in addition to the usual offerings.   Since the brand's launch in 2021, Virgin Voyages has earned a number of top awards in the consumer travel and cruise industry categories. Most recently, the brand took home all five awards in its category for this year's Cruisers’ Choice Awards with Cruise Critic. This includes Best Overall Cruise Line, Best Dining, Best Cabins, Best Service and Best Value for Money. On top of this awards sweep, Virgin Voyages was recently named on Condé Nast Traveler’s 2023 Hot List, a curated list of the world’s best new cruises.   Staying close to the brand’s commitment to creating an Epic Sea Change for All, Virgin Voyages has partnered with two non-profit organizations: All for Blue and Urban Act. These partnerships include the brand’s participation in underwater and community clean-ups along with the composition of murals in Athens and in the Greek Islands, which are aimed at expressing the importance of sustainable tourism and preserving our oceans.   After its inaugural season in Greece, Resilient Lady will set off on a trans-continental voyage, arriving at Station Pier in Port Melbourne, Victoria, setting sail through Australia and New Zealand from Dec. 11, 2023 - March 27, 2024.

  We've got some major news. We just took home all 5 awards in the large ship category for the Cruise Critic Cruisers’ Choice Awards this year — making us the first brand in history to do so. For those not familiar, this is like the Oscars for cruise vacations. While we’re extremely proud of what we’ve created aboard our lady ships, from our focus on exceptional service to our exclusive-to-our-brand signature red hammocks on every balcony, we couldn’t have won these awards without the love and loyalty of our Sailors. We’re endlessly grateful. More excited than ever. And we’re just getting started.    

So join us on board soon and sea for yourself — we’d love to show you around.

    There’s still time to join us for our one-of-a-kind voyage created with our Chief Entertainment and Lifestyle Officer, Jennifer Lopez — where inspiration meets well-being.   In addition to our (already) dazzling onboard experiences, this epic voyage features exclusive programming for women, from seminars held by inspiring female leaders from across the world, to custom, JLo-inspired entertainment, fitness, and beauty tutorials.   JLo herself will be there to say bon voyage to you — wishing you fair winds and following seas at our epic sail away party. And because this voyage is such a (Scarlet) red hot ticket experience, it’s been selling quickly, so don’t miss your chance to join us on board  

 

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  The only thing more exciting than seeing an entirely different side of the world is seeing it out on the open ocean. With our new South Pacific and Transatlantic itineraries — including an impressive list of destination stops from Bali, Singapore and Dubai to Mumbai, Kuala Lumpur and so many more — our newest routes provide the perfect way to see so much of the world by day, with a luxurious place to lay your head (or live it up) each night.  

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    These itineraries are so hot (and not just from the sun) they’re flying off the shelves like hotcakes (or Laksa, one of Singapore’s most popular noodle dishes), so get yourself one of the limited spaces still available now.   • Singapore, Bali & Australia: 15-nights to Bali, Queensland & more • Ancient Athens to Modern Dubai: 14-nights to Santorini, Cairo & more  

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    With options from 2 to 6-nights, these shorter getaways are ready for a spot on your cal. Don’t miss our specialty sailings including:   • Melbourne to Burnie: 2-nights from Melbourne to Burnie (& back) • Aussie Mermaiden: 5-nights to Melbourne, Burnie & more • Melbourne to Hobart: 5-nights from Melbourne to Hobart (& back) • Resilient Pacific Island Holidays: 6-nights from Melbourne to Burnie (& back)  

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    Whether you’re looking to put more pins in your travel map or take the trip you’ve been dreaming about, these 10 to 14-night itinerary options are the perfect way to get yourself out of your comfort zone… without sacrificing any comfort.   • Resilient Pacific New Year’s Ahoy: 14-nights Hobart, Sydney & more • Pacific Fjords & Tasman Treasures: 10-nights Hobart, Melbourne & more • Māori & Australian Shores: 11-nights to Sydney, Melbourne & more • New Zealand, Tasmania & Melbourne: 12-nights to Auckland, Hobart & more  

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Singer/actor Jennifer Lopez and Richard Branson are joining forces to create a unique Virgin Voyages women and entrepreneurship collaboration. Leveraging her role as Chief Entertainment and Lifestyle Officer, Virgin Voyages is introducing a special-edition "Limitless Voyage," on Scarlet Lady's April 14-19 Dominican Daze sailing. Jennifer Lopez has introduced JLo Beauty in on-board retail shops. Most recently, she offered Virgin Voyages' Sailors an exclusive advanced screening of new movie "Shotgun Wedding," Virgin Voyages is introducing a special sailing with Jennifer Lopez's Limitless Labs, an organization focused on women’s equal access to education, opportunities and capital. "Richard and I share this passion for partnerships and experiences that lift you up, " JLo said. It gives guests a chance to balance networking, play and relaxation. It departs April 14 from Miami. Guests will enjoy specially curated programming including connection opportunities, panel discussions and well-being. Additionally, the Limitless Experience Package is designed for women entrepreneurs, offering access to other special onboard events and activities

 

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Virgin Voyages has taken delivery of its third vessel Resilient Lady. The 110,000 gross ton Resilient Lady joins Scarlet Lady and Valiant Lady in the Virgin Voyages fleet. On May 14, 2023, Resilient Lady sails her maiden voyage around the Greek Isles, with stops in Santorini, Rhodes, Bodrum and Mykonos. The ship will sail two, eight-night itineraries. After an inaugural season in the Med, Resilient Lady will sail on a 44-night repositioning voyage, for a winter season in Australia and New Zealand. Starting October 22, 2023, the ship will call at Cairo, Dubai, Bali, Mumbai, Phuket and Singapore. Resilient Lady has 93% of cabins with ocean views and 86% have outdoor balconies.

Virgin Voyages celebrates Giving Tuesday by honoring local healthcare heroes with free cruises. For the second consecutive year, Virgin is partnering with Baptist Health South Florida and donating 2,023 complimentary voyages. It adds up to an estimated $5.9 million in free cruises. "Our local healthcare workers put everything on the line, and now it's our turn to pay it forward," said Jill Stoneberg, Virgin Voyages' Senior Director of Sustainability and Social Impact. "We've turned a corner, and we'd love to offer our frontline workers a much-deserved break." The 2,023 gifted sailings will recognize employees in the Baptist Health network who have made a positive impact in the local healthcare community. They will receive a voyage for two in a Sea Terrace. The 2,023 winners will select from one of six Caribbean itineraries departing from Miami between Jan. 2 and April 28, 2023.

Virgin Voyages has welcomed Isis Ruiz as new Chief Growth Officer, reporting to President, Nirmal Saverimuttu. She will help boost growth activities as Virgin welcomes two new ships next year. Isis' team focuses on growth strategy, performance and analytics, paid media, acquisition email, ecommerce, the travel partner portal (FMDC) and the loyalty program. Having spent 11 years at NCL, Isis brings wide-ranging experience from the cruise industry. Most recently, she was Chief Commercial Officer at American Queen Voyages. President of Virgin Voyages, Nirmal Saverimuttu said, "Having someone of Isis's caliber join us on this journey is thrilling as she brings an incredible depth of experience with her."