Virgin Voyages ‘Brilliant Lady’ Inaugural Season Sets Sail From NYC This Fall

Ready to book your next travel adventure? This time of year is popular for booking that cruise that’s been at the top of your mind. Virgin Voyages, the adults-only cruise line will be adding a fourth and possibly final lady ship to join their fleet. The Brilliant Lady is set to cross the USA (NYC, Seattle, Miami, Los Angeles) in her highly anticipated 2025 debut. 

You can look forward to unforgettable adventures and once-in-a-lifetime 5 to 13-night voyages to Bermuda and Canada for a perfect blend of urban exploration, rich history, and serene natural beauty.

Specially designed with multi-length itineraries and award-sweeping experiences, their fourth lady ship will feature unprecedented entertainment, dining that transcends expectations with original food concepts, relaxation that reaches new heights with brand-new cabin categories, and itineraries that give you endless choices for how you escape at sea.

September 5th, 2025 will kick off Brilliant Lady’s inaugural season with an exhilarating 5-night voyage from the city that never sleeps (aka NYC) to Bermuda’s Kings Wharf. Revel in pristine beaches, explore the rich naval history, and soak in the subtropical bliss on this first-ever journey to paradise. You can get a look at the first sails here! Don’t forget to also secure the Virgin Voyages Wave 2025 offer with your booking, more on that below.

The first set of Inaugural cruises leaving from New York City include:

• ‘Brilliant Lady New York MerMaiden’ to Kings Wharf, Bermuda for 5 nights (Fri, Sep 05 – Wed, Sep 10)
• ‘The Big Apple to Bermuda’ to Kings Wharf, Bermuda for 5 nights (Wed, Sep 10 – Mon, Sep 15)
• ‘Fall Colors: Coastal Northeast & Canada’  to Boston, Massachusetts • Eastport, Maine • Saint John, New Brunswick • Halifax, Nova Scotia for 8 nights (Mon, Sep 15 – Tue, Sep 23)
• ‘Autumn Leaves: New York to Quebec’ to Boston, Massachusetts • Eastport, Maine • Saint John, New Brunswick • Halifax, Nova Scotia • Quebec City for 10 nights (Tue, Sep 23 – Fri, Oct 03)
• And others, find them all here!

Brilliant Lady Features

From getting pampered to popping champagne, their 14 deck adults only (2,762 sailors maximum) cruise ships include: 

• Michelin-starred chef-curated menus in 20+ eateries (Steak & Seafood at The Wake, Upscale Mexican at Pink Agave, Lively Korean BBQ at Gunbae, and others!)
• So many reasons to raise a glass…or two (Cocktail Bar, Champagne Lounge, Pool Bar, and more!)
• Immersive productions to jaw-dropping experiences (modern, and immersive entertainment featuring a festival-like lineup)
• Go from Vitamin A to Sea with wellness your way (active, relax, beauty, and social categories)
• Go from chic to sleep in your plush retreat or luxury suites which bring you the lifestyle you deserve (featuring 1,404 cabins & suites)

Brilliant 4 You Pass

Looking for an extended Brilliant Lady experience? You can save your spot on each US city’s Brilliant Lady MerMaiden Inaugural Voyage for a cross-country journey that gives you the best of all four corners of North America. This pass is very limited and available for up to 2 sailors. More on that here (scroll down).

• New York City on September 5th, 2025 (Kings Wharf, 5 nights)
• Seattle on May 21st, 2025 (Inside Passage (Cruising), Alaska • Ketchikan, Alaska • Sitka, Alaska • Tracy Arm Fjord (Cruising), Alaska • Prince Rupert, 7 nights)
• Miami on October 17th, 2025 (Philipsburg, St. Maarten • Tortola • Beach Club at Bimini, 8 nights)
• Los Angeles on April 7th, 2026 (Santa Barbara, California • San Diego, California • Ensenada, 5 nights)

‘The RockStar Edition’ Brilliant 4 You Pass includes:

• Limited RockStar Quarters
  Revel in the unmatched comfort and style that feels personally yours with a Seriously Suite across all MerMaiden voyages.
• RockStar Status
  Early boarding, priority booking, onboard 24/7 access to RockStar Agents, and more… because VIP treatment isn’t an option — it’s their standard, of course.
• Shore Thing Galore
  With a Shore Thing included on each voyage, your next favorite memory is always just a port away — from thrilling adventures to serene getaways.
• Exclusive Launch Invites
  Be a part of their dazzling launch events in NYC, Miami, and LA to celebrate Brilliant Lady’s debut and mingle with other VIPs at the most sought-after parties of the year.

‘Sea Terrace Edition’ Brilliant 4 You Pass includes:

• Central Sea Terrace
  From mood-match lighting to your own signature red balcony hammock, revel in comfort (and a prime central location) in the same Central Sea Terrace that feels personally yours on all MerMaiden voyages.
• Shore Thing Galore
  With a Shore Thing included on each voyage, your next favorite memory is always just a port away — from thrilling adventures to serene getaways.
• Exclusive Launch Invites
  Be a part of their dazzling launch events in NYC, Miami, and LA to celebrate Brilliant Lady’s debut and mingle with other VIPs at the most sought-after parties of the year.
• Welcome Bubbles on Every Voyage
  Ding-dong, special champagne delivery — receive a complimentary bottle at the start of each MerMaiden and raise a glass for the incredible new journey that awaits along the waves.

Virgin Voyages Wave 2025 Offer
Now through February 27th, 2025, Virgin Voyages has their Wave 2025 Offer (continue to check this link for all updated offers & discounts), which includes a Buy One Fare Get a Second Fare 80% off plus up to $300 in free drinks. Virgin Voyages will provide a total discount of 40% off both Sailor 1 and Sailor 2 retail (base) voyage fares when two (2) Sailors book a voyage to sail together in an Eligible Cabin. Additionally, if there are four (4) Sailors traveling together in one cabin, all four (4) Sailors will receive 40% off their Voyage Fare. Eligible cabins include: Sea Terrace Meta Category cabins, The Sea View, Lock It In Rate Sea View, The Insider, and Lock It In Rate Insider cabins. Don’t miss this opportunity! 

Are you ready to set sail with Virgin Voyages’ Brilliant Lady? Start booking here!