Set for its debut in September 2025, Virgin Voyages’ fourth ship, Brilliant Lady, will set sail on its maiden voyage from New York City. Passengers can expect short cruises of 5 to 13 nights exploring Canada and Bermuda. Following the initial sailings, Brilliant Lady will operate cruises from various US ports, including Miami, from October 2025 to April 2026. These voyages will visit popular destinations like Turks & Caicos and Grand Cayman, along with a new port call at Ocho Rios, Jamaica.

The ship boasts a specially designed frame to navigate new territories. After its Miami season, Brilliant Lady will make history by transiting the Panama Canal for the first time before arriving in Los Angeles. This innovative design also enables the ship to sail through Alaska’s glaciers. Virgin Voyages will launch its first-ever Alaska cruise season in 2026 to capitalize on this capability, with Brilliant Lady departing from Seattle.

While details regarding new dining and entertainment options haven’t been revealed yet, Virgin promises to share more information in the coming months.