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Virgin Voyages announced today that it is officially open for business with travel partners in Australia, transacting in AUD. The new travel brand affectionately refers to travel partners as First Mates, and is encouraging registration on FirstMates.com, a dedicated online home for travel sellers.

“On board a ship, a First Mate is the Captain’s most trusted confidant and right hand, which is
how Virgin Voyages sees travel partners, because their input and guidance has been critical to
the development of our sales strategy, policies and onboard experiences,” Virgin Voyages’ CCO,
Nirmal Saverimuttu said.

With this glowing appreciation in mind, and an ambition to be brilliant to do business with,
Virgin Voyages has thrown non-commissionable fares (NCFs) overboard, all while committing to
paying First Mates commission on the total invoice – even taxes and fees.

Virgin Voyages is proudly partnering with Australian General Sales Agent (GSA), Travel The
World, who will represent the brand in trade, and support and nurture new Virgin Voyages’
First Mates.

Aussie First Mates can also find support, and learn about and transact and engage with all
things Virgin Voyages, at FirstMates.com. Once registered, individuals will find in-depth product
and experience breakdowns geared towards travel professionals, an array of marketing and
sales tools to digitally download (keeping our sustainability promise), as well as access to join
the First Mates SeaCiety – an exclusive learning community featuring original content and
contests.

Mr Saverimuttu explained the business’s excitement to be selling to travel partners in Australia,
“The Virgin brand has always resonated strongly with Aussies, who have historically
appreciated a challenger mentality. Couple this with Australians’ love to get out there and see
the world – in particular cruise the Seven Seas – and we are confident we are offering our First
Mates an irresistible experience to sell to Future Sailors.”

Virgin Voyages’ Rebellious Luxe experience will be an Adult-by-Design sanctuary at sea,
perfectly curated for 18+ travellers looking for a new holiday option. Virgin Voyages’ plans to
shake up the industry with its world-famous RockStar service, made-to-order dining, inclusive
pricing model – which is based on a no nickel-and-diming policy – and much more.

Those interested in learning more about Virgin Voyages are invited to check out FirstMates.com
and follow @virginvoyages on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter or LinkedIn.