Virgin Voyages' Newest Cruise Ship Is Here-and Richard Branson Says It's 'What the World Should Be'

"Somewhere off the coast of Nantucket, the bass on the pool deck was thumping. The frozen drinks were flowing, the day beds were full of sailors soaking up the sun, and the music simply would not stop. It had been that way for nearly 24 hours, since the Brilliant Lady, the newest 1,408-cabin ship in Virgin Voyage's lineup, had departed Halifax, Nova Scotia."

"At the same time, Virgin doesn't bill itself as a luxury cruise line-or really a cruise line at all, CEO Nirmal Saverimuttu told T+L exclusively while at sea. "People have really started to understand that-if you're traveling without kids-this should be one of your go-to options," Saverimuttu said. "There isn't a great kid-free experience around our price point in cruising-and frankly even in land-based holidays.""

Brilliant Lady delivers a nonstop, party-forward onboard atmosphere with music, bars, and daybeds populating the pool deck and lively entertainment throughout. The ship contains 1,408 cabins and began a preview sailing from Halifax, Nova Scotia to showcase new amenities. Virgin Voyages ranks highly for its adult-only policy, acclaimed dining, and an attentive crew that elevates the guest experience. The brand positions itself as an accessible, nontraditional cruise option rather than a classic luxury line, targeting travelers without children. Since the 2021 debut of Scarlet Lady, the fleet has expanded across the Caribbean and Mediterranean, with Brilliant Lady extending reach and adding fresh features.

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