by Steve Griswold | Apr 6, 2026 | News & Updates
It’s finally happening. Today, April 6, 2026, Brilliant Lady — the fourth and newest ship in Virgin Voyages’ fleet — docked in Los Angeles, officially kicking off the cruise line’s first-ever West Coast homeport season. Tomorrow, the first MerMaiden...
by Steve Griswold | Apr 6, 2026 | Ship Reviews
The ship that started it all. Scarlet Lady was the first vessel to fly the Virgin Voyages flag, and after a major refurbishment in late 2024, she’s better than ever heading into 2026. Whether you’re a first-time sailor or you’re planning your third...
by Steve Griswold | Apr 4, 2026 | Ship Reviews
Quick Reference — Valiant Lady at a Glance Launched: 2022 (second ship in the Virgin Voyages fleet) Size: 110,000 gross tons | 912 ft long | 17 decks Capacity: 2,770 sailors | 1,150 crew Cabins: 1,404 total (86% with balconies and signature hammocks) Dining: 20+...
by Steve Griswold | Apr 1, 2026 | Tips & Tricks
TL;DR: Virgin Voyages doesn’t sell traditional drink packages. Instead, they use a Bar Tab system where you pre-load credit and earn bonus dollars on top. The bigger the tab, the bigger the bonus — up to 25% extra. Here’s how to play it smart. Wait —...
