SCARLET LADY
Western Med 5-7 nights
From Barcelona, Rome & Lisbon
BIGGER. BOLDER. BRILLIANT.
Our award-winning soirée of all things gourmet returns.
This July, treat your inner travel-foodie to "A Taste of Brilliant" — our Eat & Drink Festival’s latest extravaganza honoring our newest ship, Brilliant Lady’s, inaugural North America season. Inspired by her homeports (NYC, Miami, LA, Seattle), we crafted an East-to-West Coast culinary journey aboard our three award-winning lady ships on both sides of the Atlantic.
With fleet-wide events and exclusive pop-ups that highlight our exceptional food and beverage programs, experience summer’s most brilliant flavors in the Caribbean from Miami, or in the Mediterranean and Western Europe from Athens, Barcelona, Rome, and Lisbon.
Join the #1 voted Best Cruise Dining and Best Food at Sea for this unforgettable foodie celebration!
USA Today 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards 2025
Best Cruise Line for Dining 2025 — #1 Resilient Lady
Cruiseline Member Choice Awards 2025
Best Food & Dining — #3 Virgin Voyages
Cruise Critic Best in Cruise Awards 2024
Best Dining — #1 Virgin Voyages
Cruise Critic Editors' Picks Awards 2023
Best Dining — Virgin Voyages
SIGNATURE FLEET EXPERIENCE
Virgin Voyages Passport to Flavors.
With new drinks and dishes inspired by Brilliant Lady’s iconic homeports and developed by our Culinary Collective, grab your Passport to Flavor to get all the savory tips and expert sip details for select events.
All Sailors will receive a Passport to Flavor collectible guide that includes food and beverage recipes, event details, and city inspiration.
Passport to Eat
On select nights, The Galley will transform into a new foods showcase offering new dishes developed by our Culinary Collective.
Passport to Drink
Raise a glass in an immersive shipwide pub crawl that includes a collection of crafted cocktails and mocktails. Collect stamps in each location for the chance to win a secret prize.
WHAT’S ON THE MENU
Events and experiences tailored to every Sailor’s taste.
With new fleet-wide additions, ship-exclusive activities, and reimagined food festival staples, our fourth Eat & Drink Festival is bringing the best cruise dining experience back to the waves. From expert wine and food pairings to fresh ingredient-infused beverage menus and vegan-friendly flavors — leaving even the biggest carnivores asking for seconds (or thirds) — take a look at this year’s lineup that foodies, travelers, and seasoned chefs crave.
Spirited Dinner Series
Gather around the table in an intimate setting where select libations enrich every dish — the finale to cap off your day's adventures. Fine wines, beers, or spirits (unique to each voyage) are specifically paired with each course that compliment every bite of your meal. Hosted by one of our beverage brand experts, they’ll share stories specific to your menu — taking you on an immersive journey that enhances your first sip to the final toast. *Bookable Once Aboard | Supplemental Cost Applied
Shhh… Secret Speakeasy
Our lady sssh-ips harbor a secret — and for a limited time, we're inviting Sailors into the shadows of our secret bar. Combining the mystery and charm of Prohibition-era establishments with master mixology skills, our clandestine speakeasy will be stirring (or shaking) up signature drinks with special ingredients inspired by NYC, Miami, LA, and Seattle — making each one a standout experience on its own. *Bookable Once Aboard | Supplemental Cost Applied
Spirit Master Series Classes
Indulge in our exclusive Spirit Master Series featuring martini, bourbon, or whisky classes — with each ship offering one specialty. Led by expert mixologists, these interactive sessions immerse you in each spirit's rich history, craftsmanship, and regional nuances — whose intricacies will become more apparent when tasting top hand-picked selections firsthand. *Bookable Once Aboard | Supplemental Cost Applied
Gunbae’s New Menu Items
As the first (and only) Korean BBQ at sea, James Beard-nominated Sohui Kim has been invited back to the chef’s table to spice things up. Known for her “highly personal, totally accessible style of cooking” Chef Sohui will add a unique variety to our beloved menu that our Sailors have yet to taste. And no matter where in the world you sail, a fleet-wide debut across all three ships will offer these brand-new dishes. *Bookable Once Aboard
Test Kitchen Cooking Demos
From the art of breakfast bowls to meat and cheese board mastery to perfecting chocolate pastries, each ship will host their own unique live cooking demonstration. Not only will these dishes satisfy your cravings while enhancing your kitchen techniques, our onboard chefs will lead each session — offering their expert knowledge so that you can elevate your own chef’s kitchen. *Bookable Once Aboard | Supplemental Cost Applied
Afternoon Tea
Combining the charm of afternoon tea with innovative mixology, enjoy a delightful selection of exquisite Macallan single malt whiskies and tea-based cocktails. Each drink features a masterful blend of subtle flavors — bringing out rich notes and decadent flavors when paired with a selection of premium chocolates. Whether you’re a whiskey aficionado or choco-holic, this afternoon respite adds a refreshing, upscale twist to your onboard experience. *Bookable Once Aboard | Supplemental Cost Applied
A world of eats and sips on three lady ships.
An international affair of innovative fare made local.
Whether it’s a quick Caribbean cruise, a long summer getaway that takes you deep into the Mediterranean and Adriatic, or even a one-way between the Western Med and UK, all three lady ships are ready with enriching experiences — and even longer itineraries — for a perfect July holiday at sea.
JOIN US AGAIN FOR YEAR #5
Eat & Drink Festival 2026
New dishes, new destinations, and new itineraries when our flavor fiesta returns in September 2026.
Start preparing for round #5 when our award-winning Eat & Drink Festival returns in September 2026. Not only will Brilliant Lady join our three other lady ships, but we’re adding new regions, voyages, and longer itineraries to the festival lineup.
- Alaska & California
- Greece & Rome
- The Caribbean
- Iceland, Greenland & Scotland
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Discover the experiences that turned skeptics into stans (in a *very* good way).
Can’t wait to go again!
Amazing cruise. Our second. The food and restaurants are very unique and yummy… and the Splash of Romance add-on is worth it. It gives you so many extras for such a low price. Look it up. Everything was seamless. Can’t wait for our next VV cruise.
Tevonda H.
Not your typical Cruise!
Had an awesome adventure on Virgin Voyages! Totally different experience than your typical cruise. Food, service and entertainment was amazing. Can’t wait to book another cruise on Virgin Voyages.
Louis K.
Surpassing my expectations!
I was taken by the organization, quality and outstanding dining options. I believe the most valuable asset is their employees. They truly went above and beyond [to] answer your questions and assist in whatever concerns you might have.
Cane L.
