by Steve Griswold | Apr 13, 2026 | News & Updates
It’s been a big few weeks in the Virgin Voyages world — a comedy festival is literally at sea right now, Valiant Lady has a new homeport in New York, and the Spring Savings promotion is still running with serious discounts through the end of May. Here’s...
by Steve Griswold | Apr 11, 2026 | Ship Reviews
The newest member of the Virgin Voyages fleet has finally landed on the West Coast, and honestly, it’s about time. Brilliant Lady is the fourth and final Lady Ship in Virgin’s adults-only fleet, and she’s the first VV ship to ever homeport in Los...
by Steve Griswold | Apr 11, 2026 | Planning Guide
Virgin Voyages vs Disney Cruise Line: Which Cruise Is Right for You? An adults-only vs family-friendly cruise line comparison from certified cruise specialists. Virgin Voyages and Disney Cruise Line are two of the most talked-about cruise lines in 2026, but they...
by Steve Griswold | Apr 9, 2026 | News & Updates
Editor’s note (May 4, 2026): The LA Flash Deal featured below ended April 7, 2026. Spring Savings 2026 is now the headline Virgin Voyages promo — up to $1,000 off plus 70% off your 2nd Sailor, running through May 28, 2026. For the most current deals and...
by Steve Griswold | Apr 8, 2026 | Tips & Tricks
The short answer: For most sailors on a 4–5 night Caribbean sailing, $300 per person is the sweet spot. But the real answer depends on how you drink — and whether you know how to game the bonus tiers. One of the most common questions we see from first-time Virgin...
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 —...
by Steve Griswold | Mar 30, 2026 | News & Updates
Editor’s Note (April 6, 2026): The Wave Season deals referenced in this article expired on March 31, 2026. Virgin Voyages has launched Spring Savings 2026 with up to $1,000 in Instant Savings + 70% off the 2nd Sailor through May 28. See our updated Deals Tracker...
