March 19, 2025 – Vancouver, BC and Plantation, FL – BranchUp, the leading provider of free social media marketing solutions for Travel Advisors, has partnered with Virgin Voyages to introduce a seamless booking integration with the cruise line’s LetsGoBook platform.
Through BranchUp’s automated marketing, Virgin Voyages’ compelling offers are posted directly to Facebook with links to the Advisor’s personalized landing page, which also connects to their unique LetsGoBook site. This innovation enables the Advisors clients to explore and book Virgin Voyages itineraries with ease while maintaining the booking through their trusted Travel Advisor.
“Our mission is to connect Suppliers, Travel Advisors, and Travelers by providing an innovative marketing system that drives results,” said Michael Drever, CEO and Founder of BranchUp. “This partnership with Virgin Voyages perfectly aligns with that goal, allowing Advisors to harness the power of social media for lead generation while providing a seamless and personalized booking experience for their clients.”
The partnership offers numerous benefits to Travel Advisors:
No Cost, All Gain – The platform is completely free, providing a powerful tool for lead generation without any financial investment.
Intelligent Automation – BranchUp manages content distribution, automatically posting enticing Virgin Voyages offers on behalf of Advisors.
Personalized Client Experience – Each post directs clients to the Advisor’s LetsGoBook page, which is branded specifically for them and offers the option to either contact the Advisor directly or complete the booking online.
Increased Earning Potential – Advisors earn 16% commission on voyage fares and 10% on most pre-voyage bookables, making this partnership a lucrative opportunity.
Virgin Voyages has been a strong supporter of the Travel Advisor community and is excited to expand its partnership with BranchUp.
West De Leon, Manager Trade Marketing at Virgin Voyages, shared his enthusiasm: “We’ve had a fantastic relationship with BranchUp in supporting our North American First Mates, and this latest collaboration is a game-changer. We’re thrilled to offer Advisors a simple, effective way to grow their business and connect more travelers with the elevated Virgin Voyages experience.”
Advisors already registered with Virgin Voyages as First Mates can sign up for BranchUp at branchup.com for seamless integration. Advisors who have yet to sign up can visit FirstMates.com to create their personalized LetsGoBook link and gain access to Virgin Voyages’ extensive sales and marketing resources.