Introduction
Virgin Voyages is a modern, adults only cruise line launched in 2021 as part of the Virgin Group and Bain Capital. Headquartered in Florida, the brand aims to “redefine what you should expect from a holiday at sea” by offering stylish, design forward ships, upscale dining, lively entertainment, and wellness focused experiences — all tailored for travellers aged 18 and over. Known for its sleek fleet, Virgin Voyages stands out with inclusive dining at more than 20 restaurants, vibrant nightlife, and a focus on sustainability and guest wellbeing. It’s a fresh take on cruising that blends boutique hotel vibes, contemporary design, and a social, adults only atmosphere at sea.
The Fleet – The “Lady Ships”
Virgin Voyages’ current fleet consists of four “Lady” ships — Scarlet Lady, Valiant Lady, Resilient Lady, and Brilliant Lady — all designed for an adults only cruising experience with a sleek, contemporary vibe and share nearly identical dimensions and guest capacity. Each ship is about 110,000 gross tons and generally carries around 2,770 guests with about 1,160 crew members, offering a wide range of dining, entertainment, wellness, and nightlife options tailored to adult travellers, called Sailors. Scarlet Lady (2021) was the first ship to enter service, establishing the brand’s signature boutique style, adult focused cruise experience. Valiant Lady, which followed in 2022, continues the line’s signature mix of stylish design and inclusive amenities. Resilient Lady (2023) and the newest addition, Brilliant Lady, which launched in 2025, enables expanded itineraries such as transits through the Panama Canal and voyages to Alaska and the Pacific coast.
Accommodation Choices
Virgin Voyages offers a range of accommodations designed to suit solo travellers, couples, groups of friends, and anyone who wants either a simple retreat or a luxurious experience at sea. All staterooms feature modern, yacht inspired design with mood lighting, smart tech, and included Wi Fi, and occupancy generally ranges from 1 to 4 Sailors depending on the room type. At the top of the range are the RockStar Quarters Suites and Mega RockStar Quarters Suites, which are much larger and come with premium perks such as priority reservations, access to the exclusive Richard’s Rooftop deck, enhanced in room amenities, and often additional luxuries like marble bathrooms and larger terraces. Mega RockStar Suites are the most spacious accommodations on board, with some exceeding 2,000 square feet and offering club style indulgences such as bottomless bar options and bespoke services. Virgin Voyages also includes accessible staterooms for guests with mobility needs, featuring wider entryways, roll in showers, and other design features to improve accessibility. Overall, the accommodation choices span from efficient interior rooms to expansive luxury suites, giving Sailors flexibility in how they experience their cruise.
Worldwide Destinations
Virgin Voyages offers a wide variety of destination options across the globe, giving Sailors the chance to explore tropical beaches, vibrant cities, historic ports and scenic natural landscapes through itineraries that range from short getaways to longer, immersive journeys. In the Caribbean & Bahamas, the line is well known for its tropical sailings departing from hubs such as Miami, Florida and San Juan, Puerto Rico. These itineraries, typically 4–12 nights, mix sun soaked beaches with cultural port experiences and often include overnight or late night stays ashore. Virgin Voyages also sails throughout Europe, especially in the Mediterranean and Northern Europe. For travellers seeking North American and west coast experiences, Virgin Voyages has expanded into itineraries that include Alaska cruises from Seattle with scenic Inside Passage sailings, West Coast coastal stops (e.g., California ports and British Columbia), and a special Panama Canal crossing, connecting the Caribbean/Atlantic with the Pacific. Beyond these, the line’s seasonally changing schedule can include Transatlantic crossings between the U.S. and Europe, combining sea days with stops in Portugal, Spain, France, Morocco and the U.K., as well as repositioning and longer voyages that appeal to adventure or slow travel lovers.
Dining
Virgin Voyages has re imagined cruise ship dining as an inclusive, chef driven experience with 20+ unique eateries and venues all included in your cruise fare — and no traditional buffet or giant dining hall. Every meal is made to order, with menus crafted by world class chefs and global influences, and many venues offering vegetarian, vegan and gluten free options across the ship. The heart of the casual dining scene is The Galley, a modern food hall style space with a slew of stations serving everything from ramen and sushi to tacos, burgers, noodles, pastries and a 24 hour diner for breakfast or late night bites. For sit down culinary experiences, there’s The Wake, an upscale steak and seafood centric restaurant with dramatic views of the ship’s wake and a refined menu inspired by classic mid 20th century chophouses. Pink Agave delivers bold, shareable Mexican inspired dishes alongside an enviable selection of tequila and mezcal, while Extra Virgin focuses on contemporary Italian food — handmade pastas, antipasti and regional classics with lively wine pairings. Gunbae is a standout Korean BBQ venue where interactive grilling and social dining create an energetic group experience onboard, and The Test Kitchen blends creativity and experimentation with a rotating tasting menu that feels part culinary lab, part fine dining adventure. Beyond these, there are fun and flavorful spots such as The Pizza Place for fresh pies, Lick Me Till… Ice Cream for handmade scoops, The Dock House for Mediterranean style small plates with sea views, and other grab and go or relaxed lounge style venues dotted around the ship. Late night eats and delivery options via the Virgin Voyages app mean you can satisfy cravings whenever you want without missing a moment of fun. Reservations for the sit down restaurants can be made in advance through the sail away app or onboard, but walk ins are often welcome too — giving you flexibility as you plan your culinary journey at sea.
Relaxation and Wellness
Virgin Voyages emphasizes relaxation and wellness as a key part of the cruise experience, offering a blend of spa treatments, fitness, mindfulness, and restful spaces. Guests can indulge at the full-service Redemption Spa with massages, facials, thermal suites, and hydrotherapy, or stay active in the B Complex gym, outdoor athletic areas, and group classes like yoga, Pilates, and HIIT. Scenic decks, meditation areas, wellness-focused beverages, and seasonal programs like Well Being Season further support self-care, making it easy for Sailors to balance rest, activity, and overall wellbeing while enjoying the ocean environment.
Entertainment
Virgin Voyages’ onboard entertainment is designed to feel modern, immersive and adult focused, replacing traditional cruise shows with a festival style lineup of interactive performances, themed parties, live music, DJ sets and spontaneous pop up experiences that encourage social interaction and fun. Signature highlights include the ship wide Scarlet Night celebration with music and dance, PJ Parties, cabaret and supper club style shows, and evening acts in venues like The Manor and The Red Room that blend live performers, storytelling, and audience participation. You’ll also find a lively nightclub atmosphere, casino games, trivia and game shows, karaoke, drag bingo and other themed events hosted by the ship’s Happenings Cast, making every night unique and engaging.
To learn more about Virgin Voyages or to book your next cruise adventure, contact your cruise travel professional today.