Brilliant Lady itinerary map for December 26, 2025 (9 nights)
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Brilliant Lady — December 26, 20259-Night Brilliant New Years Ahoy on Virgin Voyages

This 9-night cruise aboard the Brilliant Lady departs from Miami, Florida on Friday, December 26, 2025 and returns on Sunday, Jan 4th. December weather across this route averages 84°/63°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 6.9 out of 10, averaged across 5 ports.

Cruise Length
9
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Miami
Florida
Port Stops
5
Sea Days
4

Cruise Price - Brilliant Lady December 26, 2025

Brilliant Lady · December 26, 2025

The graph below tracks historic price of the Brilliant Lady cruise ship departing December 26, 2025. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $1,971 ($219 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $2,137 ($238 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 8%.

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Inside
$1,971
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Oceanview
$2,331
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Balcony
$2,691
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Suite
$7,875

Price History – Brilliant Lady December 26, 2025

inside cabin
Brilliant Lady
December 26, 2025
$1,971
8% vs avg: $2,137

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Cruise Itinerary Map - 9 Night Brilliant New Years Ahoy (Miami Roundtrip)

Brilliant Lady · December 26, 2025

The Brilliant Lady sails on December 26, 2025 for a 9 Night Brilliant New Years Ahoy (Miami Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Miami, Florida at 4:00 PM and will return to the port of Miami, Florida on Jan 4th at 5:30 AM. During the 10-day journey, the Brilliant Lady will visit 4 additional ports and will spend 4 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

9 Night Brilliant New Years Ahoy (Miami Roundtrip)

  • DEC26
    Miami, Florida
    Miami, Florida
    A: — - D: 4:00 PM
  • DEC27
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • DEC28
    Grand Turk Island
    Grand Turk Island
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
  • DEC29
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • DEC30
    Philipsburg, St. Maarten
    Philipsburg, St. Maarten
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • DEC31
    Basseterre, St. Kitts
    Basseterre, St. Kitts
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
  • JAN01
    San Juan, Puerto Rico
    San Juan, Puerto Rico
    A: 10:00 AM - D: 7:00 PM
  • JAN02
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • JAN03
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • JAN04
    Miami, Florida
    Miami, Florida
    A: 5:30 AM - D: —
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Cruise Ports

December 26, 2025 · 9 Night Brilliant New Years Ahoy (Miami Roundtrip)

Miami, Florida — Day 1 of Brilliant Lady December 26, 2025 cruise
Day 1•Friday, Dec 26

Miami, Florida

Arrival: —•Departure: 4:00 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.

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Day 2 at sea — Brilliant Lady December 26, 2025 itinerary
Day 2•Saturday, Dec 27

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Brilliant Lady — featuring The Dock, The Red Room, The Smoking Room & Necessities.

Grand Turk Island — Day 3 of Brilliant Lady December 26, 2025 cruise
Day 3•Sunday, Dec 28

Grand Turk Island

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 4:00 PM

Grand Turk Island, Turks and Caicos, offers docking at Grand Turk Cruise Center. Travelers explore Cockburn Town and Governor’s Beach. Excursions include snorkeling at Gibbs Cay. Local markets sell conch salad. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial buildings and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes jerk fish, a Turks and Caicos favorite. Souvenirs, like shell crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Taino history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Grand Turk’s coastal charm offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic sites and marine beauty, making Grand Turk an engaging destination.

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Day 4 at sea — Brilliant Lady December 26, 2025 itinerary
Day 4•Monday, Dec 29

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Brilliant Lady — featuring The Dock, The Red Room, The Smoking Room & Necessities.

Philipsburg, St. Maarten — Day 5 of Brilliant Lady December 26, 2025 cruise
Day 5•Tuesday, Dec 30

Philipsburg, St. Maarten

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 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.

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Basseterre, St. Kitts — Day 6 of Brilliant Lady December 26, 2025 cruise
Day 6•Wednesday, Dec 31

Basseterre, St. Kitts

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 4:00 PM

Basseterre, St. Kitts, offers docking at Port Zante. Travelers explore Brimstone Hill Fortress and Romney Manor. Excursions include snorkeling at Shitten Bay. Local markets sell johnnycakes. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial forts and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes goat water, a St. Kitts favorite. Souvenirs, like batik crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Carib history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Basseterre’s historic charm offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of UNESCO fortresses and scenic beaches, making Basseterre an engaging destination for exploration.

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San Juan, Puerto Rico — Day 7 of Brilliant Lady December 26, 2025 cruise
Day 7•Thursday, Jan 1

San Juan, Puerto Rico

Arrival: 10:00 AM•Departure: 7:00 PM

San Juan, Puerto Rico, offers docking at Old San Juan Port. Travelers explore El Morro Fortress and Old San Juan’s colorful streets. Excursions visit El Yunque Rainforest. Local markets sell mofongo. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial forts and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes arroz con gandules, a Puerto Rican favorite. Souvenirs, like salsa crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Taíno history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. San Juan’s cultural charm offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic forts and lush rainforests, making San Juan an engaging destination.

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Day 8 at sea — Brilliant Lady December 26, 2025 itinerary
Day 8•Friday, Jan 2

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Brilliant Lady — featuring The Dock, The Red Room, The Smoking Room & Necessities.

Day 9 at sea — Brilliant Lady December 26, 2025 itinerary
Day 9•Saturday, Jan 3

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Brilliant Lady — featuring The Dock, The Red Room, The Smoking Room & Necessities.

Weather Forecast

Brilliant Lady - December 26, 2025 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

Miami, Florida

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December

Typical Weather

82°F

Average High

45°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.06in

Daily average

2.0 in monthly total

Shore Excursions

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Itinerary Safety Score

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 Safety Rank
69 / 100
safer than 69% of all cruises
69
7
/ 10
Miami, Florida
Miami
Travelers should remain vigilant and safeguard belongings in Miami, as certain neighborhoods may have higher crime rates, especially after dark.
8
/ 10
Grand Turk Island
Grand Turk
Grand Turk Island is a safe destination for cruise travelers, featuring a low crime rate and a strong local police presence.
7
/ 10
Philipsburg, St. Maarten
Philipsburg
Philipsburg is generally safe for cruise travelers, but remain vigilant against petty theft in crowded areas and secure personal belongings.
7
/ 10
Basseterre, St. Kitts
Basseterre
Basseterre is generally safe for cruise travelers, but it's wise to stay vigilant against petty theft and avoid poorly lit areas at night.
6
/ 10
San Juan, Puerto Rico
San Juan
Travelers in San Juan should stay in well-populated areas and remain aware of their surroundings to minimize risks of petty theft.

Cruise Ship

Brilliant Lady

⚓ Tonnage

110,000

vs avg 110,250

🛠️ Year Built

2,023

vs avg 2,021

📏 Length (ft)

912

vs avg 911

👥 Passenger Count

2,770

vs avg 2,770

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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Brilliant Lady December 26, 2025 FAQ

What's the cheapest cabin on the Brilliant Lady December 26, 2025 cruise?▾

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What's the weather like on the Brilliant Lady December 26, 2025 route?▾

Across the ports visited on this 9-night route, December averages 84°F highs and 63°F lows. See the per-port weather forecast section above for daily detail.

How safe is the December 26, 2025 Brilliant Lady itinerary?▾

This itinerary scores 6.9 out of 10 on the Gangwaze Itinerary Safety Score, averaged across 5 ports. We weight current travel advisories, recent crime data, and Global Peace Index signals — see the Safety Score section above for the full per-port breakdown.

When does the Brilliant Lady sail and return on this itinerary?▾

The Brilliant Lady departs Miami, Florida on Friday, December 26, 2025 at 4:00 PM and returns on Sunday, Jan 4th, 2026 at 5:30 AM. Total duration: 9 nights.

Who is the cruise director for the Brilliant Lady sailing on December 26, 2025?▾

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Last Updated: May 20, 2026