In Detail: Miami, Barcelona & Portsmouth Celebration Voyage 2024 Highlights
This year's Celebration Voyage includes exclusive events, happy hours, DJ parties with Boy George, and talks with Virgin executives. Take an in detail look at the unique experiences of each voyage.
What is a Celebration Voyage?
Virgin has a tradition of holding a yearly Celebration Voyage focusing on the Virgin brand’s legacy as well as celebrating loyal fans. Led by Richard Branson, founder of the Virgin Group, the voyage features special events, free bubbles, and more.
Sailors will enjoy engaging talks, where Branson and other Virgin brand representatives share stories about Virgin’s past and future. Celebration Voyages will be setting sail on every lady ship from Miami, Portsmouth and Barcelona later this Summer.
What’s New This Year?
This year sailors can also look forward to themed parties, charity raffles supporting Virgin Unite, and unique activities. Each voyage boasts distinguished speakers including Virgin Galactic astronauts and former Virgin executives, promising enriching insights into space travel, brand strategy, and industry perspectives.
Get Your Celebration Voyage Merchandise
At VV Insider, we’re marking these special voyages with exclusive merchandise, including t-shirts available in various colors and stylish tote bags! Explore our dedicated store for more details.
Exclusive Events Across All Voyages
- Sail-Away Party with Nirmal: Kick off the voyage with a special ‘Let’s Set Sail’ Sailaway Party hosted by CEO Nirmal Saverimuttuas the ship departs.
- Party with Boy George: Enjoy an exclusive performance and DJ set by Boy George.
- Speaker Sessions: Insights and stories from Virgin’s top executives and astronauts.
- Hosted Cocktail Parties & Happy Hours: Engage in themed parties, unique onboard activities, and happy hours.
- Charity Raffle: Participate in raffles supporting Virgin Unite, offering prizes from the Virgin portfolio including exclusive swag, free voyages, and special hotel stays.
- Exclusive Sailing Club Events: Loyal sailors will get “behind the velvet rope access” to giveaways, special events and other onboard goodies.
Special Guests:
- Sir Richard Branson: Virgin Group Founder known for his entrepreneurial spirit and innovation.
- Nirmal Saverimuttu: CEO of Virgin Voyages, leading the company’s vision and growth.
- Boy George: Iconic singer-songwriter and DJ.
Miami Voyage (Valiant Lady) – August 30, 2024
Special Guests:
- Michelle Bentubo: SVP, Service Operations & Hotel Management at Virgin Voyages, known for enhancing guest experiences.
- Nathan Rosenberg: Chief Brand Officer of Virgin Voyages, overseeing the brand’s identity and marketing.
- Jamila Gilbert: Brand Director, contributing to brand development and strategy.
- Ron Rosano: Virgin Galactic Astronaut with inspiring space travel stories.
- David Tait: Former CEO of Virgin Atlantic, sharing insights from his extensive career.
Barcelona Voyage (Scarlet Lady) – September 1, 2024
Special Guests:
- Nathan Rosenberg: Chief Brand Officer of Virgin Voyages, overseeing the brand’s identity and marketing.
- Frank Weber: Senior VP, Fleet Operations, overseeing ship operations and guest experiences.
- Sirisha Bandla: Virgin Galactic Astronaut, discussing space exploration and her journey.
- Will Whitehorn: Former President of Virgin Galactic, providing insights into the space industry.
Portsmouth Voyage (Resilient Lady) – September 3, 2024
Special Guests:
- Nathan Rosenberg: Chief Brand Officer of Virgin Voyages, overseeing the brand’s identity and marketing.
- Colin Bennett: Virgin Galactic Astronaut, sharing his experiences and future missions.
- Mike Masucci: Virgin Galactic Astronaut with a focus on the future of space travel.
- Steve Ridgeway: Former CEO of Virgin Atlantic, offering perspectives on the aviation industry.
Overview
Virgin Voyages’ annual Celebration Voyages are back and bigger than ever in 2024, featuring exclusive events and talks across their fleet of luxury ships departing from Miami, Portsmouth, and Barcelona later this summer. Led by Richard Branson, these voyages celebrate Virgin’s legacy with engaging speaker sessions by top Virgin executives and special guests like Boy George, who will DJ and perform onboard.
To find out more information visit the Virgin Voyages website.
