The cruise line has partnered with the World Poker Tour (WPT) to deliver a world-class poker experience during every sailing aboard the Scarlet Lady.
As an industry first, Virgin Voyages has established a standing poker venue, named ‘WPT at Sea’. The room has utilised eight custom poker tables and will be staffed with professional dealers. Beginner training and cash games will be offered, as well as satellites and WPT Prize Package tournaments, with buy-ins ranging from around £65 to £250.
Tom McAlpin, CEO of Virgin Voyages, said: “As a new brand with an innovative spirit, we’ve been fortunate to introduce many industry firsts, including our partnership with the World Poker Tour and WPT at Sea. Our adult-only, premium experience offers an incredible backdrop, not only for a great vacation, but also as an oasis for the WPT in a way never seen before.”
The ‘WPT at Sea’ main event will be held during every sailing, and in another first, the poker room has established a cashless experience, allowing all transactions to be easily handled on Sailor’s wearable devices.
“After witnessing the magic of cruise-line poker with Virgin Voyages last season, we instantly sought to establish a permanent fixture,” commented Adam Pliska, WPT CEO.
“Scarlet Lady provides the perfect residence for WPT at Sea, which will bring the WPT poker experience to the high seas.”
