Virgin Voyages is an adults only cruise line that will welcome their fourth ship, Brilliant Lady, into their fleet later this year.
The cruise line announced five enhancements to their cruises today that range from new ports to new menus at a couple of the restaurants on their ships. Here is a look at five exciting new things coming to Virgin Voyages.
New Ports/Itineraries
Virgin will visit new ports in the Caribbean for the 2026-2027 season. They include Panama City and St. Thomas (U.S. Virgin Islands).
The cruise line is also adjusting the schedule for their four-night Fire & Sunset Soirees cruise that visits Key West and Bimini. The sailings will depart on Thursday and return on Monday.
Next week, Virgin is also opening for bookings a new 17-night cruise through the Panama Canal to Miami. The original east-to-west option sold was the fastest selling itinerary in the cruise line’s history.
New Menus
Extra Virgin, the specialty Italian restaurant, and Gunbae, the Korean BBQ, will receive a refreshed menu.
A few of the new items that will be added to the menu at Extra Virgin are new pastas, arancini, seafood risotto, and roasted monkfish.
Gunbae will receive shrimp kimbap rolls, bulgogi fire meat, and bo ssam (whole roasted pork butt with oysters and caviar).
The new menus will debut in July.
Perks for Groups
Virgin offers parties of eight or more the following perks:
- 10% discount
- Up to $300 in drinks
- Dedicated group dinner at one of six Michelin-inspired restaurants
Virgin Voyages is rolling out new perks for groups that include fresh blooms, bubbles (Champagne or prosecco), chocolate and beer buckets to say “bon voyage” in style.
New Entertainment
Virgin’s next new ship, Brilliant Lady, will have two immersive new shows. The first will be a production inspired by Virgin Records’ musical catalogue from the past five decades that celebrates the history, entrepreneurial attitude and rebellious spirit that is Sir Richard Branson.
More new entertainment options for the ship will be announced next month.
Comedy Cruise
New for 2025 will be a U.S. based Comedy Festival. This sailing will depart from Miami on August 10, 2025 and visit Costa Maya and Bimini.
The comedy cruise will feature a full lineup for can’t miss comedians.
