Discover new horizons aboard Virgin Voyages' Brilliant Lady

Continuing the pioneering spirit of the innovative, award-winning Virgin Voyages sailings, Brilliant Lady is set to cross the United States in her highly anticipated 2025 debut season. Highlights among the once-in-a-lifetime five- to 16-night journeys will include a voyage through the Panama Canal and a trip through the glaciers and fjords of Alaska.

Discover new horizons aboard Virgin Voyages' Brilliant Lady

This brand-new ship will have home ports in the four corners of the USA. Embark on one of our four exclusive MerMaiden voyages, each beginning from a city that pulses with its own unique rhythm. From the electric energy of New York City to the sun-kissed glamour of Miami. From the dazzling allure of Los Angeles to the breathtaking natural beauty of Seattle, cradled by crystal waters and lush forests. This inaugural season will whisk you away to mesmerising destinations, including the pink sands of Bermuda, the rugged landscapes of Canada, and the vibrant cultures of Colombia, Costa Rica, and Guatemala.

Choose from the following MerMaiden Voyages:

New York City, 5th Sept 2025 – An exhilarating five-night voyage kicking off Brilliant Lady’s inaugural season with a sailing to Bermuda's Kings Wharf, taking in both pristine beaches and naval history.

Miami, 17th Oct 2025 – An eight-night voyage out of Terminal V, inviting you to immerse yourself in a melting pot of cultures, luxuriate in the St Maarten sunshine, relax on Tortola’s serene shores, and experience Virgin’s exclusive beach club in Bimini.

Los Angeles, 7th April 2026 – Virgin Voyages’ first-ever West Coast voyage, taking you from the coastal charms of Santa Barbara and San Diego to Ensenada with its epic cuisine over five unforgettable nights.

Seattle, May 2026 – A sailing into the heart of Alaska, for breathtaking landscapes and glorious wildlife, all viewed from an unparalleled vantage point.

Virgin’s fourth ‘lady ship’ features unprecedented entertainment, original food concepts, brand-new cabin categories, and both short and (much) longer itineraries, giving you endless choices for how you escape to sea.

Virgin’s fares include festival-like entertainment line-ups created in consultation with groundbreaking producers, directors, choreographers, and artists, and unlimited group fitness classes. Don’t miss cutting-edge wellbeing, relaxation, and rejuvenation facilities and activities onboard such as the Aquatic Club, a Build & Balance gym and yoga studio, outdoor boxing and HIIT sessions, an alfresco jogging track, and curated hikes at ports.

Virgin Voyages’ modern take on cruise cuisine has earned it many awards. There are no buffets or pre-set dining times here. Made-to-order food and leisurely brunches are all included in your package, with options ranging from steakhouses to Korean barbecue, a global food market, and even a cooking lab. There are also vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options in every venue.

Virgin ships feel like sleek yachts and feature sociable spaces within modern interiors, as well as cabin types to suit all kinds of travellers. You can pick from VIP Rock Star Quarters and Mega Rock Star Quarters with exclusive benefits, or there are lovely Sea Terraces with alfresco hammocks, Sea Views with duo window seats, and posh but cosy Insiders or Social Insiders for couples or friends respectively.

To book your Virgin Voyage aboard Brilliant Lady, call your Travel Counsellor today.

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