One of Virgin Voyages’ adults only cruise ships has returned to service after receiving eight updates during a recent dry dock.
Valiant Lady is back in service with new dining, redesigned spaces, and new entertainment all around the ship. From the Red Room, The Manor, The Roundabout, The Perch, dining venues and late-night social spaces, there’s over 20 new happenings on the ship.
New Updates on Valiant Lady
Ariya by Razzle Dazzle – Virgin Voyages continues to lead the industry in dining and it’s even more evident now with Ariya, a modern Indian culinary sanctuary developed with Indie Culinaire and acclaimed chef Maneet Chauhan.
The restaurant seats 220 Sailors in a striking space inspired by India’s spice markets, with a menu that travels the length of the country. It has everything from Lamb Shank Biryani to Puffed Rice and Avocado Chaat. There are also cocktails built from the same regional influences.
It’s named after Sir Richard Branson’s great-great-grandmother, a Tamil Nadu traveler who believed food could cross oceans more easily than language. Ariya adds soul, color and story to the ship’s already award-winning dining lineup.
The Athletic Club – One of the most popular spots on the ship during sea days, The Athletic Club now has new shaded daybed clusters and updated lounge seating that face the ocean to bring more comfort, shade and room.
The Roundabout – The center of entertainment on the ship, the Roundabout on Valiant Lady’s signature has new furniture groupings.
Grounds Club Too – The coffee shop located in The Galley still serves Intelligentsia Coffee all day. However at night, Grounds Club Too now evolves into a full bar from late afternoon onward.
The Manor – The raised platforms have been removed, opening up the dance floor and giving the room the space it always deserved. The ship’s nightclub now allows more freedom, movement and late-night electricity.
On the Rocks – The stage at On the Rocks has been relocated to help improve sightlines across the ship’s center bar, and also now has additional seating.
The Dock – A new stage setup and windscreen will help outdoor performances more comfortable in changing conditions.
Retail – TAG and Pandora join the onboard shop lineup, while the VV Brand shop moves into a bigger, more prominent space.
Nirmal Saverimuttu, CEO of Virgin Voyages, gave the following statement:
“Valiant Lady was already one of the most compelling ships at sea, but we kept asking ourselves how to make her even more worth coming back for.
“The best transformations don’t come from smooth sailing but from listening, pushing further and creating something truly special. From Ariya to The Manor to a completely reimagined lineup of Happenings, Valiant Lady returns with a new energy our Sailors will feel immediately. Every one of our 1,300+ Crew has been through The Virgin Way, and that reignited culture is the linchpin to the service Sailors keep coming back for.”
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