First Mates Ahoy! Blog Past Stories

September 2025

Brilliant Lady’s Miami MerMaiden Voyage is about to take the 305 by storm.

Brilliant Lady’s Tour continues, and her second stop in Miami features headliner Kelis, onboard cocktails by Miami’s hottest bars, and more.

Who’s the lady turning heads wherever she sails? 10 reasons Brilliant Lady is the sea’s new It Girl.

There’s a (brilliant) new lady at sea and she’s making major waves. Here are ten reasons to book your Sailors on Brilliant Lady now…

Music legends, exclusive events, and epic experiences on our 2026 Red Hot Sailing Club voyage.

This 9-night Caribbean voyage is more than just a cruise — it’s a celebration of all things Virgin with a once-in-a-lifetime festival at sea.

Meet the heartbeat of Brilliant Lady: her crew.

We created a behind-the-scenes video to introduce your Sailors to the diverse group of superstars who will make magic for them at sea.

For the 3rd year in a row, YOU made us #1! Travel + Leisure World's Best Award winners again!

It’s a hat trick! Three years at the top, zero compromises at sea. All thanks to you.

Why a Virgin Voyages holiday cruise is the ultimate way to earn in 2025.

Holiday stress? Not this year! Swap chaos for calm Sailors book early and save on all holiday cruises for 2025.

Eat & Drink Festival 2025: A Taste of Brilliant sets sail this July.

Our annual Eat & Drink Festival is coming back to the Caribbean & Mediterranean bigger, bolder, and more brilliant than ever.

Vote now! Virgin Voyages is nominated for Condé Nast Traveler's 2025 Readers’ Choice Awards.

We’re hoping for your help to crown our three beloved Lady Ships the Condé Nast Traveler's 2025 Readers' Choice Awards Queens of the Sea!