Virgin Voyages’ third ship Resilient Lady enters service this weekend in the Mediterranean.
The maiden voyage takes place on Sunday (May 14) from its summer home port of Piraeus for Athens.
The seven-night itinerary includes calls into Santorini, Rhodes, Bodrum and overnight in Mykonos.
A second itinerary will see the adult-only brand’s new vessel sail on an Adriatic itinerary including a late-night stay in Dubrovnik.
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A new entertainment and nightlife line-up is being introduced on board, building on experiences offered on the line’s first tow ships, Scarlet Lady and Valiant Lady.
Virgin Group founder Sir Richard Branson said: “Virgin Voyages breaking into the cruise world is a true example of taking something ordinary and making it extraordinary.
“The incredible experience that our crew delivers on each voyage has really raised the bar, and it’s something we’ve been recognised for by thousands of sailors (passengers) and with the awards we’ve won for our service, food, design, entertainment and more.
“We have shown the world all that we have to offer when it comes to experiencing the holiday of your dreams and I can’t wait to showcase this incredible experience in Greece, visiting some of my favourite places in the world.”
Resilient Lady will reposition to Melbourne after its inaugural season in the Med to run sailings in Australia and New Zealand between December 11 this year and March 27, 2024.
The line’s fourth 2,770-passenger ship Brilliant Lady is due to join the fleet from San Juan in Puerto Rico in the Caribbean in December.
Virgin Voyages chief executive Rom McAlpin said: “I’m thrilled that this day is finally here and that Resilient Lady has officially joined our award winning fleet.
“Since our launch a few years ago, we have received the travel industry’s top awards and have experienced a very high rate off 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 5-star experience with even more sailors this summer.”
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