Urban One Rebrands Its Iconic Cruise as ONE Voyage Experience, Continues "Party with a Purpose" Legacy with UNCF Partnership

Urban One (NASDAQ:UONE) rebrands its 25-year music-and-culture cruise as the ONE Voyage Experience, partnering with UNCF to continue its "Party with a Purpose" scholarship efforts.

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Urban One (NASDAQ:UONE) rebrands its 25-year music-and-culture cruise as the ONE Voyage Experience, partnering with UNCF to continue its "Party with a Purpose" scholarship efforts.

The 2026 sailing runs Oct. 26–Nov. 1 from Miami aboard Virgin Voyages' Resilient Lady, stopping in Nassau and Bimini; Rickey Smiley will host.

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Market Context

This announcement highlights Urban One’s rebranding of its long-running cruise as the ONE Voyage Exp...

Analysis

This announcement highlights Urban One’s rebranding of its long-running cruise as the ONE Voyage Experience and a new UNCF partnership, extending a 25-year “Party with a Purpose” legacy. It underscores emphasis on culture, community, and HBCU scholarship support rather than immediate financial metrics. In light of recent earnings volatility and debt refinancings, investors may watch how this franchise contributes to brand strength, audience engagement, and any disclosed revenue or margin impact over time.

Key Figures

Cruise legacy: 25 years Sailing year: 2026 Sailing dates: Oct. 26–Nov. 1

Cruise legacy

25 years

Duration of Urban One’s music, culture, and community cruise

Sailing year

2026

ONE Voyage sailing year mentioned in announcement

Sailing dates

Oct. 26–Nov. 1

2026 ONE Voyage cruise itinerary window

Historical Context

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SILVER SPRING, Md., April 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Urban One today announced the launch of the ONE Voyage Experience (ONE Voyage), the reimagined evolution of its iconic cruise, as it marks its 25th year of music, culture, and community at sea. The company also announced a new partnership with UNCF (United Negro College Fund), to build on the cruise's tradition of supporting scholarships and critical resources for students attending historically black colleges and universities (HBCUs).

Originally introduced as Fantastic Voyage, the cruise became a cultural touchstone through its "Party with a Purpose" spirit, blending entertainment with meaningful impact. That legacy continues with ONE Voyage, which shapes its next chapter with a renewed focus on connection, community, and expanded opportunity.

"For 25 years, this cruise has been about more than entertainment—it's about community and impact," said Alfred Liggins, President & CEO of Urban One. "With ONE Voyage and our partnership with UNCF, we're expanding that impact and investing in the next generation of leaders."

"This partnership demonstrates the power of education and helps to transform lives, said Maurice E. Jenkins, Jr., Executive Vice President and Chief Development Officer, UNCF. "We're honored to join Urban One in this next chapter of ONE Voyage, continuing the legacy of giving back and creating pathways for HBCU students to not only succeed—but lead."

As part of this next chapter, Urban One is partnering with Virgin Voyages, and ONE Voyage will sail aboard the Resilient Lady, delivering a modern, elevated onboard experience. The 2026 sailing will take place from Oct. 26 to Nov. 1, departing from Miami, with stops in Nassau, Bahamas, and the Beach Club at Bimini. Award-winning syndicated radio host and comedian Rickey Smiley will host this year's voyage.

Through this collaboration with UNCF, ONE Voyage will continue its longstanding commitment to giving back by expanding access to education and opportunity for HBCU students. UNCF will receive and regrant all charitable contributions associated with the initiative to support these students. 

Contributions made in connection with this initiative are made to UNCF and are tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law.

To purchase cabins or for additional information, visit: www.ovexperience.com.

About Urban One, Inc.
Urban One, Inc. (urban1.com) is the largest diversified media company primarily targeting Black Americans and urban consumers in the U.S., reaching 80 million unique consumers monthly. Its assets include TV One and CLEO TV, collectively available in 40 million households; Radio One, with 74 broadcast stations in 13 top African American markets; and REACH Media, with 312 affiliates over 94 markets and home to nationally syndicated shows such as The Rickey Smiley Morning Show, The D.L. Hughley Show, Get Up! Mornings with Erica Campbell and The Morning Hustle. Urban One's digital division, iONE Digital, engages 31 million monthly readers across leading brands like Bossip, HipHopWired, MadameNoire, and NewsOne. 

About UNCF
UNCF, acting as fiscal sponsor for this initiative, is one of the nation's largest and most effective supporters of higher education and serves as a leading advocate for college-bound students. Since its founding in 1944, UNCF has raised more than $6 billion to support students' access to higher education, provide scholarships and strengthen historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs). Each year, UNCF awards more than 13,000 scholarships to more than 10,000 students totaling more than $64 million. The scholarships support students attending more than 600 US-based colleges and universities including 37 UNCF-member HBCUs. Through its efforts, UNCF has helped generations of students to get to and through college. We believe a college education plays a vital role in fortifying the pipeline of leaders and professionals who contribute to the advancement of our society. Our logo features the UNCF torch of leadership in education and our widely recognized trademark is, ‟A mind is a terrible thing to waste."^® Learn more at UNCF.org or for continuous updates and news, follow UNCF on Instagram.

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What is the ONE Voyage Experience announced by Urban One (UONE)?

The ONE Voyage Experience is Urban One's rebranded 25th-anniversary cruise that blends entertainment and philanthropy. According to the company, the relaunch emphasizes connection, community, and expanded opportunity, continuing the event's "Party with a Purpose" tradition while partnering with UNCF to support HBCU students.

When and where will Urban One (UONE) host the 2026 ONE Voyage sailing?

The 2026 ONE Voyage sailing is scheduled for Oct. 26–Nov. 1, 2026, departing from Miami. According to the company, the itinerary includes stops in Nassau, Bahamas, and the Beach Club at Bimini, aboard Virgin Voyages' Resilient Lady.

How does Urban One's partnership with UNCF affect ONE Voyage (UONE)?

The partnership directs charitable contributions to UNCF to support HBCU scholarships and resources. According to the company, UNCF will receive and regrant all donations associated with the initiative, and contributions are tax-deductible as permitted by law.

Who is hosting Urban One's 2026 ONE Voyage and which ship will be used?

Award-winning radio host Rickey Smiley will host the 2026 ONE Voyage event. According to the company, the cruise will sail aboard Virgin Voyages' Resilient Lady to provide a modern, elevated onboard experience for attendees.

How can investors or guests purchase cabins for ONE Voyage (UONE)?

Cabins and event information are available through the ONE Voyage booking site at ovexperience.com. According to the company, interested guests should visit the website to view cabin availability, pricing, and booking details for the Oct. 26–Nov. 1 sailing.

Will Urban One's rebranding to ONE Voyage (UONE) continue its scholarship mission?

Yes, the rebrand maintains the event's philanthropic focus and expands educational support for HBCU students. According to the company, ONE Voyage's collaboration with UNCF is intended to grow scholarships and resources tied to the cruise initiative.