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Valerie Chen
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Virgin Voyages Increases Travel Agent Commission

Jan 12, 2020
Virgin Voyages Increases Travel Agent Commission
Virgin Voyages’ Scarlet Lady will launch in April.
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What
Travel advisors can now earn commission of up to 16% on cruises booked with Virgin Voyages, which will sail its maiden cruise in April 2020. 

Why It Matters
To incentivize and show support for its agent partners, Virgin is offering a 3% bonus on new sailings booked through the end of 2020, as well as an additional 3% for cruises that take place in April or May. Its standard commission was 10%. Virgin is also one of the few major lines to eliminate non-commissionable fares.

Fast Facts
- Virgin Voyages’ Scarlet Lady will sail from Miami to the Caribbean year-round from March 2020, while Valiant Lady will sail seven-night itineraries out of Barcelona starting May 2021.

What They Are Saying
“We see our First Mates as a true extension of our team and recognize their commitment to our brand as valued partners,” said Tom McAlpin, president and CEO for Virgin Voyages. “As Scarlet Lady prepares for her Maiden Voyage in April, we know our First Mates will play a pivotal role in making her inaugural year a success, and we wanted to find more ways to show our unwavering appreciation.”

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