Virgin Voyages has introduced 19 new ports and 27 new itineraries available through April 2025.
Spanning all corners of the globe, the offerings feature a return to the UK, new ports of call in Australia and new seaside gems in the Caribbean.
Named the No. 1 mega-ship ocean cruise line in Travel + Leisure’s 2023 World’s Best Awards, Virgin Voyages is loved for its incredible value, exclusively adult experiences, Michelin chef-curated menus, impeccable service and focus on relaxation and wellbeing.
A brand celebrated for its fresh approach to sailing, Virgin Voyages is giving guests what they’ve been craving with its broadest selection of destinations along with new summer and winter itineraries debuting across the fleet.
“Our loyal sailors have been asking for more places to visit with us, so we’re delivering in a big way. New ports, new itineraries and more local and immersive experiences to create unforgettable getaways,” said Michelle Bentubo, SVP Service Excellence and Travel Operations.
“From Morocco to Mooloolaba, Amsterdam to Bordeaux, Catania to Port Douglas, we now offer more than 120 incredible places you can explore aboard our award-winning ships you know and love.
“After all, it’s not just about where you go; it’s about who you go with and make a holiday one to remember.”
Virgin Voyages’ fleet can now offer 63 itineraries to some of the world’s most inspiring locales.
Among the new options are what the brand is calling its “Seachange Series.” These reimagined repositioning voyages offer more opportunities for travellers to extend their holidays and explore the world at large.
WHERE OUR SHIPS WILL BE SAILING
Resilient Lady
After returning from her inaugural season in Australia, Virgin Voyages’ newest Lady will sail three itineraries from her homeport in Athens from May through July 2024.
On the agenda are the popular ‘Greek Island Glow’ to the islands of Santorini and Mykonos; ‘Adriatic Sea and Greek Gems’, sailing along Croatia’s Dalmatian Coast before stopping in Kotor and Corfu; and finally, ‘Starry Nights in Greece & Croatia’, which offers a mix of the other two seven-night itineraries.
Back by popular demand, Virgin Voyages will also return to its British brand roots with a series of three- to six-night sailings aboard Resilient Lady.
Kicking off in mid-August 2024 and running through September, highlights include ‘English Sights and European Delights’, which docks in Le Verdon (Bordeaux), La Coruña and Bilbao. The beautiful cities of Amsterdam and Bruges are also included as part of Resilient Lady’s itineraries.
Resilient Lady’s European schedule also includes two fantastic repositioning voyages from Portsmouth to Barcelona, adding Morocco to the brand’s roster of new destinations.
On the heels of this voyage, Resilient closes her Med season with a Barcelona to Athens voyage, merging the best of the brand’s signature ‘Irresistible Med’ and ‘Greek Island Glow’ itineraries and introducing Catania, Sicily as well.
Finally, Resilient Lady will set off on a 44-night repositioning from Athens to Australia in October 2024, making stops in awe-inspiring, bucket-list destinations like Dubai, Mumbai, Singapore and Bali along the way.
Once Down Under, Sailors have the option of 15 brand new itineraries and nine new ports including Broome, Albany, Adelaide, Newcastle, Mooloolaba, Port Douglas, Brisbane, Eden and Kangaroo Island.
Valiant Lady
To start her new season, Valiant Lady will return from Barcelona and begin her signature itineraries from Miami such as the ‘Eastern Caribbean Antilles’ and ‘Western Caribbean Charm’.
From January through March 2024, she will operate out of San Juan, Puerto Rico, offering two southern Caribbean voyages originally scheduled for Brilliant Lady including ‘The Southeastern Caribbean Isles’ and ‘Sunsets in the Lesser Antilles’.
With Scarlet Lady heading into dry dock next year, sister ship Valiant Lady will trade places starting in April 2024. Departing from Miami, Valiant Lady will continue to offer Scarlet’s four- and five-night Caribbean rotations that Sailors love, along with a special six-night ‘Holidaze and Nights’ voyage.
Scarlet Lady
Between May and October 2024, Scarlet Lady will soak up the Mediterranean sun, taking on Valiant Lady’s two seven-night itineraries: ‘Irresistible Med’ and ‘French Daze and Ibiza Nights’.
On November 3, Scarlet will embark on an 11-night repositioning voyage from Barcelona to Civitavecchia, stopping in Mallorca, Corsica and Sardinia.
After a short period in dry dock for general maintenance, enhancements and recalibrations, Scarlet Lady will spring back into action with a 16-night Transatlantic voyage from Rome to Miami.
This new itinerary boasts calls in Funchal (Madeira, Portugal) as well as Santa Cruz de Tenerife (Spain).
After arriving in Miami on December 14, 2024, Scarlet Lady will offer Valiant’s signature six- and eight-night voyages through to 2025 including ‘Western Caribbean Charm’ and the ‘Eastern Caribbean Antilles’.
Originally debuting in 2022, these longer routes from Miami feature late-night stays in San Juan, authentic experiences against the beautiful and rugged landscape of Roatan, and a taste of the USVIs with a day trip to St. Croix.
Melburnians still have time to secure their ticket to Australia’s hottest pop-up party aboard Resilient Lady.
Taking place on December 10, guests are being invited aboard for one-night only to sample some of Virgin Voyages’ world-famous hospitality.
Tickets are just $99 per person – inclusive of food, cocktails and entertainment – with all proceeds benefiting Citizens of The Great Barrier Reef.
The night kicks off with a multi-course, Michelin-inspired culinary experience and live shows before attendees paint the town red during Virgin Voyages’ signature Scarlet Night.
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