by After Sir Richard Branson had set up rail, aerospace and even space companies, he announced his company in the cruise industry in 2015. But his first ship, Scarlet Lady, just came when the Covid pandemic, so that she did not do her maiden voyage until 2021. Sailing from Portsmouth, more from Miami, as originally planned in the previous year.
The management was only aimed at younger cruisers-the-die as “seafarers”-and soon experienced a reputation for his nervous concepts. These originally contained a box of sex aids in every cabin (now set), drag bingo and a tattoo salon. But in the years in between, with the introduction of Valiant Lady in 2022 and a resilient lady a year later, the line developed and more focused on its impressive food offers, offbeat entertainment and lively deck parties around the pool.
Wherever the ships sail, they are immediately recognized by their scarlet funnel and battleship-colored gums, more than 100 grayscale viewed before they have chosen the last color.
The crew does not dress instead of driving traditional uniforms, and the virgin Reisen-Branson changed the name of “cruises” because he did not like the “C-word” not about the standard observation lounges and other features of its more traditional competitors.
Instead, there are instagram -abandonable venues everywhere that make it a kind of line that you either love or hate – and if you love enough, you can even buy a ticket for a year -round unlimited cruises for two pounds.
1. Where does Virgin Voyages drive?
The three “Lady Ships” – four will soon be four with the arrival of Brilliant Lady in September 2025.
Scarlet Lady returns to Portsmouth for the summer of 2025 to take between six and 15 nights and to visit destinations such as Reykjavik, Norway, Bordeaux, Ireland, Scotland and Cannes. In the meantime, a resilient lady in Athens and sails 10- and 11-night freestyle routes for goals such as Istanbul, Mykonos, Dubrovnik and Crete.
The Valiant Lady continues through the Caribbean, with every departure in the private resort on Bimini Island on the Bahamas. Here is the beach club around a lagoon style with a view of the ocean. Tomorrow start with yoga and meditation, while DJ-guided parties mark the afternoon. At the end of the day, the guests watch sunsets from the shore. The excursion offers include driving a jet ski or taking up an inheritance and cultural trip.
The British vacationers prefer drainage to the Greek islands in 2025, Croatia and the Eastern Caribbean, with Party Island Mykonos in four of the five most popular routes. Portsmouth remains an important port for Virgin – it was the first in the world to welcomed the first three ships on the line.
Brilliant Lady’s arrival will add even more goals and longer travel routes. This includes New York to Bermuda, Los Angeles to Mexico, Miami to the ABC Islands (Aruba, Bonaire and Curaçao) and Seattle to Alaska. Virgin Voyages will also start a 16-day trip through the Panama Canal.
2. Who appeals to Jungfrau Reisen?
At the start of the line, Brandson said that he wanted to “attract young people who want a good time”. As a only for adults, Virgin Voyages, of course, speaks childless couples or those who can unload their children for a week with their grandparents, and solo travelers, empty nests and groups of friends. The middle age is generally between 43 and 47 and is mostly a mixture of Americans, British and Australians. Although this depending on how long the trip takes, the departure airport and its ship sail.
Balcony cabins have red hammocks, while the Rockstar districts promise turntables, and some even offer guitar rooms. Early users of the top suites were invited to imitate Branson and dance on their foreign tables – the steps that help them have since been converted into planters. In the meantime, ordinary cabins still have beds that can convert into sofas during the day.
Clubber enjoys the manor house, a cool three -story event location, which is named after Branson’s first recording studio. The pool is less for swimming and more for what is seen-especially in Scaret Night and the ice cream salon is called me to the ice. Regardless of whether you think it is hip or exhausting, the voyages in Virgin definitely stand out from the competition.
3. fleet of voyages’ voyages
Scared woman (2,762 passengers)
With his so-called “Mermaid” trip in 2021, Scarlet Lady used the standard for the three subsequent ships, hired six main restaurants and replaced a traditional buffet with a group of food stands that serve the dishes. After only three years of service, the Scarlet Lady was carried out and a Chinese inspired restaurant called Lucky Lotus, which takes over the Razzle Restaurant at night. The ship also received more suites, six VIP pool cabanas and a new cocktail bar on the 15th deck. Normal cabins also received more drawers and storage. Even the mermaid on the bow received a rectification.
Segel to: Caribbean, Europe and Transatlantic
Valiant Lady (2,762 passengers)
The second ship in Virgin Voyages, which was launched in Portsmouth before it was driven to Miami in 2022, kept most of the same features. There were subtle differences in the sculptures and works of art and a new black mermaid on her arc created by the artist Hillary Wilson.
Segel to: Caribbean
Resilient Lady (2,762 passengers)
The third ship of the line made her debut on the Greek islands in 2023. It contains exclusive shows such as Personshonea modern retelling of the Greek myth; Another rosea cabaret duty experience; And Lolas libraryA mixture of song, dance, acrobatics and comedy, which is presented in three theme chapter that invite the audience to either stay all night or step in and out. The Latina Mermaid was created by Jodie Herrera, the native New Mexican.
Segel to: Caribbean, Europe and Transatlantic
Brilliant lady (2,762 passengers)
The fourth ship of the fleet in September 2025 will debut seven new shows in the Entertainment Arena, in the Red Room and in the manor house, including a time-controlled comedy (respect for acrobatic cave people), a crime and an ultraviolet show with a jellyfish parade. It certainly promises to be different. There will also be a new Spanish-inspired restaurant concept, Rojo from Razzle Dazzle. The mermaid was designed by the Illustrator Janice Sung, based in Toronto, and is inspired by Renaissance paintings as well as Japanese and Chinese art, fashion and beauty.
Sail after: North America and Caribbean
4. Loyalty scheme
Passengers who sail on a single complete trip are automatically enrolled in the Virgin Voyages Sailing Club. You only get offers and advantages from members who can range from a coffee of specialties per day to $ 100 (£ 75) on board.
5. Access for guests with disabilities
Virgin Voyages offers a variety of huts for people with disabilities. These offer wider doors, walk -free bathrooms, a ramp to the balcony and other functions. Customers are asked to book early and specify all their requirements for the Sailor Services crew or the travel agency.
