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Brilliant Lady itinerary map for October 17, 2025 (8 nights)
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8 nights · 4 ports
Round-trip · Miami, Florida
Virgin VoyagesBrilliant Lady

Brilliant Lady
October 17, 2025

8-Night Brilliant Lady Miami Mermaiden aboard Brilliant Lady · Departing October 17, 2025 from the Port of Miami, Florida.

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// AT A GLANCE

This 8-night cruise aboard the Brilliant Lady departs from Miami, Florida on Friday, October 17, 2025 and returns on Saturday, Oct 25th. October weather across this route averages 87°/70°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 7.0 out of 10 — Miami (6.8), Philipsburg (6.5), Tortola (7.4), The Beach Club (7.4). Suite cabins rose $520 on Oct 16.

ITINERARY SAFETY SCORE
7.0OUT OF 10
MODERATE TIER
Safer than 70% of all cruises
Ranked across every sailing in our database.
LEAST SAFESAFEST
FULL BREAKDOWN →
01
8
night cruise
Fri → Sat
02
Miami
departure port
Florida
03
4
port stops
Mermaiden
04
4
sea days
Day 2
// ON THIS PAGE09 SECTIONS
01Roll Call↓02Cruise Price Tracker↓03Itinerary map↓04Cruise ports↓05Weather↓06Shore excursions↓07Safety score↓08Cruise ship↓09FAQ↓

The Brilliant Lady, operated by Virgin Voyages, sets sail on Friday, October 17, 2025 from Miami, Florida for a 8-night Brilliant Lady Miami Mermaiden cruise. This itinerary includes 4 unique port stops and 4 days at sea. October weather across the route averages 87°F highs and 70°F lows. The itinerary safety score is 7.0 out of 10, combining travel advisories, crime statistics, and Global Peace Index data. Fare tracking is available for inside, oceanview, balcony, and suite cabin categories. Gangwaze monitors pricing daily so you can set a price-drop alert and book when the fare is right. Explore the full day-by-day port schedule, shore excursion options, onboard amenities, and weather forecasts for each stop on this Brilliant Lady sailing.

// WHO'S ONBOARD YOUR CRUISE

Brilliant Lady October 17, 2025 Roll Call

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// 02 · CRUISE PRICE

Brilliant Lady October 17, 2025 Price & Tracking

BRILLIANT LADY·OCTOBER 17, 2025

The graph below tracks historic price of the Brilliant Lady cruise ship departing October 17, 2025. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $1,032 ($129 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,542 ($193 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 33%.

Brilliant Lady cruise departing October 17, 2025 — 8-night itinerary. Current Inside Cabin price: $1,032 ($129 per night). Average price: $1,542.

// PRICE HISTORY · INSIDE
Last 6 months · refreshes daily
This cabin
Avg $1,250
LIVE RATE
INSIDE CABIN
Brilliant Lady · October 17, 2025
$1,032
$129 per night · 8 nights
↓
17% below average
Avg $1,250 · You save $218

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// 03 · ITINERARY

8 Night Brilliant Lady Miami Mermaiden (Miami Roundtrip) Cruise Map

Interactive Itinerary MapOCTOBER 17, 2025
The Brilliant Lady sails on October 17, 2025 for a 8 Night Brilliant Lady Miami Mermaiden (Miami Roundtrip) (Miami Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Miami, Florida at 5:00 PM and will return to the port of Miami, Florida on Oct 25th at 6:30 AM. During the 9-day journey, the Brilliant Lady will visit 3 additional ports and will spend 4 days at sea.
// CRUISE PORT SCHEDULE
Brilliant Lady
OCTOBER 17, 2025
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8 NIGHTS · 3 PORTS
ROUND-TRIP · MIAMI
// 04 · PORTS

8 Night Brilliant Lady Miami Mermaiden (Miami Roundtrip) Port List

Brilliant Lady·October 17, 2025
Miami, Florida — Day 1 of Brilliant Lady October 17, 2025 cruise
DAY
1
EMBARKATION
FRIDAY·OCT 17

Miami

Florida
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
—
5:00 PM

Miami, Florida, offers docking at PortMiami. Travelers explore South Beach and Wynwood Walls. Excursions visit Everglades National Park. Local markets sell Cuban sandwiches. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures art deco and Atlantic vistas. Dining onboard includes stone crab, a Floridian favorite. Souvenirs, like seashell crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Seminole history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the subtropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Miami’s urban charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of vibrant nightlife and scenic wetlands, making Miami an engaging destination for exploring Florida’s southern coast.

OCTOBER FORECAST
74°F avg · Avg
Philipsburg, St. Maarten — Day 4 of Brilliant Lady October 17, 2025 cruise
DAY
4
PORT 3
MONDAY·OCT 20

Philipsburg

St. Maarten
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
9:00 AM
6:00 PM

Philipsburg, St. Maarten, offers docking at Philipsburg Port. Travelers explore Front Street and Maho Beach. Excursions include snorkeling at Cupecoy Bay. Local markets sell guavaberry liqueur. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures plane landings and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes callaloo soup, a St. Maarten favorite. Souvenirs, like Dutch crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Arawak history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Philipsburg’s vibrant charm offers a lively stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of bustling markets and scenic beaches, making Philipsburg an engaging destination for exploration.

OCTOBER FORECAST
83°F avg · Avg
Tortola, British Virgin Islands — Day 5 of Brilliant Lady October 17, 2025 cruise
DAY
5
PORT 4
TUESDAY·OCT 21

Tortola

British Virgin Islands
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
8:00 AM
6:00 PM

Tortola, British Virgin Islands, offers docking at Road Town Port. Travelers explore Sage Mountain and Cane Garden Bay. Excursions include snorkeling at The Baths. Local markets sell painkillers. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures volcanic hills and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes roti, a BVI favorite. Souvenirs, like shell crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Arawak history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Tortola’s island allure offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of scenic beaches and marine adventures, making Tortola an engaging destination for exploration.

OCTOBER FORECAST
83°F avg · Avg
The Beach Club (virgin Voyages), Bimini Bahamas — Day 8 of Brilliant Lady October 17, 2025 cruise
DAY
8
PORT 7
FRIDAY·OCT 24

The Beach Club (virgin Voyages)

Bimini Bahamas
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
9:00 AM
7:00 PM

The Beach Club (Virgin Voyages), Bimini, Bahamas, has no docking; ships anchor offshore with tenders to private beaches. Travelers explore beachfront cabanas and lagoon pools. Excursions include snorkeling at Sapona Wreck. No facilities exist; provisions are ship-based. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for beach tours. Photography captures turquoise waters and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes conch salad, a Bahamian favorite. Souvenirs, like shell crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Bimini history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. The Beach Club’s resort allure offers a vibrant Bahamian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of luxury and marine adventures, making Bimini an engaging destination.

OCTOBER FORECAST
77°F avg · Avg
// 05 · WEATHER

8 Night Brilliant Lady Miami Mermaiden (Miami Roundtrip) Weather Forecast

Brilliant Lady·October 17, 2025
OCT FORECAST · MIAMI
Historical monthly averages for travelers visiting this port.
74°
AVG · °F
Mostly sunny days
AVG HIGH
87°
AVG LOW
61°
AVG RAINFALL
4.9"
Source: 30-year historical climate averages via Open-Meteo
// YEAR-ROUND AT MIAMI
Average monthly temperature and rainfall. Your sail month is highlighted.
AVG TEMP °FRAINFALL IN
74°JANFEBMARAPRMAYJUNJULAUGSEPOCTNOVDEC12-MONTH AVERAGE · DATA: 30-YEAR HISTORICAL
// 06 · SHORE EXCURSIONS

Brilliant Lady October 17, 2025 Excursions

Brilliant Lady·October 17, 2025

From beach breaks and snorkeling to local food tours and cultural landmarks, these shore excursions help you make the most of every stop. Browse by port below to compare top-rated options and plan your day before you board.

// BROWSE BY PORT
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// 07 · SAFETY SCORE

Itinerary Safety Score

8 Night Brilliant Lady Miami Mermaiden (Miami Roundtrip)

Based on comprehensive research of cruise port safety information, including recent crime reports, travel advisories, Global Peace Index rankings, and specific port security concerns, we've created a "safety score" for each cruise port stop. The overall rating below represents a combined score for your specific cruise itinerary.

ITINERARY AVERAGE
MODERATE TIER
0OUT OF 100
LOWHIGH
Safer than 70% of all cruises
7.0/10 itinerary average · ranked across every sailing in our database.
LEAST SAFESAFEST
// HOW WE SCORE
Four signals, weighted by recency.

Scores combine recent crime reports, government travel advisories, Global Peace Index rankings, and port-specific security incidents. Refreshed monthly.

8.0 – 10.0
Safe — Low-risk; standard precautions apply.
6.5 – 7.9
Moderate — Generally safe with normal vigilance.
5.0 – 6.4
Caution — Stay alert; avoid certain areas after dark.
0 – 4.9
High caution — Significant risk; book guided excursions.
REFRESHED MONTHLY
// PORT-BY-PORT BREAKDOWN04 PORTS
01

Miami 🇺🇸

Florida · United StatesMODERATE

Travelers should remain vigilant and safeguard belongings in Miami, as certain neighborhoods may have higher crime rates, especially after dark.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
02

Philipsburg 🌍

St. Maarten · Netherlands AntillesMODERATE

Philipsburg is generally safe for cruise travelers, but remain vigilant against petty theft in crowded areas and secure personal belongings.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
03

Tortola 🇻🇬

British Virgin Islands · British Virgin IslandsMODERATE

Tortola is generally safe for tourists, but visitors should stay vigilant and exercise caution, especially after dark.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
04

The Beach Club (virgin Voyages) 🇧🇸

Bimini Bahamas · BahamasMODERATE

The Beach Club in Bimini provides a secure environment for cruise travelers, but caution is advised outside due to higher crime rates.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
// 08 · CRUISE SHIP

Brilliant Lady Ship Overview

Specs & DetailsVIRGIN VOYAGES
Brilliant Lady
VIRGIN VOYAGES · LADY SHIP
CHRISTENED
2023
STATEROOMS
1,408
TONNAGE
110,000GT
ON PAR WITH AVG· vs avg 110,250 GT
YEAR BUILT
2023
2 YEARS NEWER· vs avg 2021
LENGTH
912ft
ON PAR WITH AVG· vs avg 911 ft
PASSENGER COUNT
2,770cruisers
ON PAR WITH AVG· vs avg 2,770 cruisers
// ABOUT THE SHIP

The Brilliant Lady has a construction date of 2023 and a total size of 110,000 gross tons. The ship measures 912 feet in length. Brilliant Lady is included in Virgin Voyages's Lady Ship class. At full capacity, the Brilliant Lady holds 2,770 passengers. That includes 1,620 cruise vacationers and 1,150 staff members. The Brilliant Lady total number of staterooms is 1,408.

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// 09 · MORE CRUISES

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