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Turkey and Egypt turned away an LGBTQ+ cruise ship – it’s their loss

A Virgin Voyages cruise ship with LGBTQ+ passengers was turned away from an Egypt port, just days after it was banned from docking in Turkey, with authorities citing ‘moral values’. Aidy Smith says these countries have made a mistake that will hurt themselves more than anyone else

The Independent UK

LGBTQ+ cruise ship refused entry to Egypt days after Turkey turned it away

Scarlet Lady’s 2,000 passengers told of change as one of those onboard says they will ‘sparkle and spend elsewhere’

The Guardian - UK

Indian hairstylist charged with sexual abuse on a cruise docked in Seattle, offered free massages to women, then molested passengers

An Indian hairstylist, Pranit Pawar, is facing serious allegations of abusive sexual contact aboard a cruise ship. Accused of luring passengers into false massage offers, he allegedly proceeded to inappropriately touch victims in a confined space. The FBI has launched an investigation into the troubling incidents, which took place under…

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Turkey blocks cruise ship carrying 2,000 LGBTQ+ passengers and a ‘furious’ Patti LuPone, citing ‘moral values’

Broadway star, who is performing on the vessel, expresses shock after authorities ban Scarlet Lady from docking in Kuşadası

The Guardian - AU

Capcom, Virgin Voyages bet on AI to reshape gaming and cruise travel

Capcom is using AI to help speed up new game testing, while Virgin Voyages wants to reinvent cruise booking with an AI-enabled crew member called Rovey.

Fortune

The best cruise suites at sea, from family treehouses to ship funnels

Staying in a suite can add an extra element of luxury to a sailing

The Independent UK

Virgin Voyages makes changes to its first-ever Alaska cruise itinerary

The cruise lines’ Brilliant Lady ship will sail out of Seattle, Washington, next month for its inaugural Alaska season

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From coeliac to vegan, the best cruises for special dietary needs

Some cruise lines and tour operators offer sailings dedicated to specific dietary needs

The Independent UK

The best cruises to see the 2026 total solar eclipse

Get a front row seat for the solar eclipse from the comfort of a cruise ship

The Independent UK

Passengers can spend a month in Alaska with Virgin Voyages from £19,600

A new month long pass for Alaska cruises with Virgin Voyages is on sale now

The Independent UK

I got a tattoo on a cruise ship – what it’s like to get inked at sea

A Virgin Voyages sailor reveals to Marc Shoffman what it is like to get a tattoo on a cruise

The Independent UK

Celestyal Cruises is offering a surprising alternative to the Mediterranean

Celestyal’s chief commercial officer speaks to Marc Shoffman about voyages in the Gulf

The Independent UK

Virgin Voyages changes cruise fares and signals Portsmouth exit

The cruise line is shifting its European focus to Mediterranean departures

The Independent UK

Stormy seas and stand-up: My week on Virgin Voyages’ UK comedy cruise

Marc Shoffman found plenty to laugh about on Virgin Voyages’ 2025 UK Comedy Fest cruise

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How to avoid shock bills of up to £105 per person on your next cruise

Tips can add hundreds of pounds to your cruise bill – here are the rules when it comes to onboard gratuities

The Independent UK

Murder, mysteries, and martinis: Virgin Voyages launches true crime cruise

Get your true crime fix at sea

The Independent UK

Married at sea: Why cruise weddings are surging in popularity

Two couples speak to Marc Shoffman to explain why they went nautical for their nuptials

The Independent UK

Virgin Voyages boss: Why no children is key to a successful cruise

Sir Richard Branson’s cruise brand has ditched some of its raunchy image but remained adult-only

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CEO accused of choking a fellow cruise passenger after the man allegedly danced barefoot at a bar aboard the ship

Kenneth D. DeGiorgio, CEO of First American Financial, was charged with assault after the confrontation, which took place on the Resilient Lady cruise ship last week.

The Independent UK

Cruise passenger attacks fellow traveler for dancing barefoot in ship cocktail lounge, feds say

Exclusive: The brawl was allegedly touched off when 53-year-old Kenneth DeGiorgio’s wife approached a stranger and said, ‘Look, we are all grown-ups here, can you put your shoes on?’

The Independent UK

Virgin Voyages launches unlimited cruises with new annual pass – if you can afford it

Bookings for 2026 sailings are already underway

The Independent UK

What’s new for cruises in 2025? Mega ships and best sailings

The themes that could change your cruise holiday in the coming months

The Independent UK

Portsmouth port reveals its 2025 cruise schedule – here are some of the best sailings to book

The south coast cruise hub is expecting a busy year of cruise calls

The Independent UK

You can pay £95,000 for unlimited cruises with new Virgin Voyages deal

Sailors prepared to splash £95,000 can travel the seas in 2025

Evening Standard

Inside the new wave of wellness cruises

From the one with seasickness-preventing acupuncture to the one Kelly Hoppen designed, Madeleine Spencer tries out the best spas at sea

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