Brilliant Lady itinerary map for October 29, 2026
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17 Night Picturesque Panama Canal Collective on Virgin Voyages Brilliant Lady

October 29, 2026

Brilliant Lady October 29, 2026

The Brilliant Lady October 29, 2026 cruise departs from San Pedro (Los Angeles), California. On this 17 Night Picturesque Panama Canal Collective (Los Angeles To Miami) sailing, the Brilliant Lady will visit a total of 8 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The ship sets sail on Thursday, Oct 29th and returns on Sunday, Nov 15th, 2026.

Cruise Length
17
Night Cruise
Departure Port
San Pedro
California
Port Stops
8
Sea Days
9
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Brilliant Lady · October 29, 2026

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Cruise Itinerary Map

Brilliant Lady · October 29, 2026

The Brilliant Lady sails on October 29, 2026 for a 17 Night Picturesque Panama Canal Collective (Los Angeles To Miami). The ship will depart the port of San Pedro (Los Angeles), California at 5:00 PM and will return to the port of Miami, Florida on Nov 15th at 5:30 AM. During the 18-day journey, the Brilliant Lady will visit 7 additional ports and will spend 9 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

17 Night Picturesque Panama Canal Collective (Los Angeles To Miami)

  • OCT29
    San Pedro (Los Angeles), California
    San Pedro (Los Angeles), California
    A: — - D: 5:00 PM
  • OCT30
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • OCT31
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • NOV01
    Cabo San Lucas, Mexico
    Cabo San Lucas, Mexico
    A: 6:00 AM - D: 3:00 PM
  • NOV02
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • NOV03
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • NOV04
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • NOV05
    Puerto Quetzal, Guatemala
    Puerto Quetzal, Guatemala
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 7:00 PM
  • NOV06
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • NOV07
    Puntarenas, Costa Rica
    Puntarenas, Costa Rica
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • NOV08
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • NOV09
    Panama City, Panama
    Panama City, Panama
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • OCT29
    Panama Canal Transit
    Panama Canal Transit
    A: — - D: —
  • NOV11
    Cartagena, Colombia
    Cartagena, Colombia
    A: 12:00 PM - D: —
  • OCT29
    Cartagena, Colombia
    Cartagena, Colombia
    A: — - D: 4:00 PM
  • NOV13
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • NOV14
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • NOV15
    Miami, Florida
    Miami, Florida
    A: 5:30 AM - D: —
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Cruise Ports

October 29, 2026 · 17 Night Picturesque Panama Canal Collective (Los Angeles To Miami)

San Pedro (Los Angeles), California
Day 1•Thursday, Oct 29

San Pedro (Los Angeles), California

Arrival: —•Departure: 5:00 PM

San Pedro (Los Angeles), California, offers docking at San Pedro Port. Travelers explore USS Iowa and Cabrillo Marine Aquarium. Excursions visit Hollywood’s Walk of Fame. Local markets sell fish tacos. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures historic ships and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes avocado toast, a Californian favorite. Souvenirs, like surf-themed crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Chumash history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. San Pedro’s maritime charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of naval history and scenic coasts, making San Pedro an engaging destination.

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At Sea
Day 2•Friday, Oct 30

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

At Sea
Day 3•Saturday, Oct 31

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

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Cabo San Lucas, Mexico
Day 4•Sunday, Nov 1

Cabo San Lucas, Mexico

Arrival: 6:00 AM•Departure: 3:00 PM

Cabo San Lucas, Mexico, offers docking at Cabo San Lucas Port. Travelers explore El Arco and Lover’s Beach. Excursions include snorkeling at Santa Maria Cove. Local markets sell fish tacos. The peak season, November to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures rock formations and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes ceviche, a Mexican favorite. Souvenirs, like silver crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Baja history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the arid climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Cabo San Lucas’ coastal allure offers a vibrant Mexican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of iconic landmarks and marine adventures, making Cabo an engaging destination.

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At Sea
Day 5•Monday, Nov 2

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

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At Sea
Day 6•Tuesday, Nov 3

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

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At Sea
Day 7•Wednesday, Nov 4

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

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Puerto Quetzal, Guatemala
Day 8•Thursday, Nov 5

Puerto Quetzal, Guatemala

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 7:00 PM

Puerto Quetzal, Guatemala, offers docking at Puerto Quetzal Port. Travelers explore Antigua’s colonial streets and Pacaya Volcano. Excursions include coffee plantation tours. Local markets sell tamales. The peak season, December to April, brings dry weather for coastal tours. Photography captures cobblestone plazas and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes pepián, a Guatemalan favorite. Souvenirs, like textile crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Mayan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while sturdy shoes enhance volcano hikes. Puerto Quetzal’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Guatemalan stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of colonial heritage and scenic volcanoes, making Puerto Quetzal an engaging destination.

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At Sea
Day 9•Friday, Nov 6

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Puntarenas, Costa Rica
Day 10•Saturday, Nov 7

Puntarenas, Costa Rica

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Puntarenas, Costa Rica, offers docking at Puntarenas Port. Travelers explore Paseo de los Turistas and Carara National Park. Excursions include zip-lining in Monteverde. Local markets sell gallo pinto. The peak season, December to April, brings dry weather for coastal tours. Photography captures mangroves and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes casado, a Costa Rican favorite. Souvenirs, like coffee crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Tico history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while sturdy shoes enhance rainforest hikes. Puntarenas’ natural charm offers a vibrant Costa Rican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of wildlife and scenic coasts, making Puntarenas an engaging destination.

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At Sea
Day 11•Sunday, Nov 8

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Panama City, Panama
Day 12•Monday, Nov 9

Panama City, Panama

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 6:00 PM

Panama City, Panama, offers docking at Balboa Port. Travelers explore Casco Viejo’s colonial streets and Panama Canal Museum. Excursions visit Emberá indigenous villages. Local markets sell ceviche. The peak season, December to April, brings dry weather for city tours. Photography captures historic facades and canal views. Dining onboard includes carimañolas, a Panamanian snack. Souvenirs, like molas, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Panama’s history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Panama City’s vibrant colonial charm offers a dynamic stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic landmarks, cultural heritage, and canal history, making Panama City an engaging destination for exploring Panama’s rich past and modern vibrancy.

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Panama Canal Transit
Day 13•Thursday, Oct 29

Panama Canal Transit

Arrival: —•Departure: —

Panama Canal Transit, Panama, offers scenic cruising without docking. Travelers view Gatun Locks and Centennial Bridge from the ship. Excursions include canal history tours. No facilities exist; provisions are ship-based. The peak season, December to April, brings dry weather for canal cruising. Photography captures engineering marvels and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes arroz con pollo, a Panamanian favorite. Souvenirs, like molas, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover canal history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while binoculars enhance lock viewing. Panama Canal’s industrial allure offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of engineering feats and scenic waterways, making the Panama Canal an engaging destination.

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Cartagena, Colombia
Day 14•Wednesday, Nov 11

Cartagena, Colombia

Arrival: 12:00 PM•Departure: —

Cartagena, Colombia, offers docking at Cartagena Port. Travelers explore San Felipe Castle and Old Town’s colorful streets. Excursions include Rosario Islands snorkeling. Local markets sell arepas. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial walls and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes sancocho, a Colombian favorite. Souvenirs, like emerald crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Spanish colonial history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Cartagena’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Colombian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic fortresses and scenic islands, making Cartagena an engaging destination for exploration.

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Cartagena, Colombia
Day 15•Thursday, Nov 12

Cartagena, Colombia

Arrival: —•Departure: 4:00 PM

Cartagena, Colombia, offers docking at Cartagena Port. Travelers explore San Felipe Castle and Old Town’s colorful streets. Excursions include Rosario Islands snorkeling. Local markets sell arepas. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial walls and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes sancocho, a Colombian favorite. Souvenirs, like emerald crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Spanish colonial history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Cartagena’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Colombian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic fortresses and scenic islands, making Cartagena an engaging destination for exploration.

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At Sea
Day 16•Friday, Nov 13

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

At Sea
Day 17•Saturday, Nov 14

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Miami, Florida
Day 18•Sunday, Nov 15

Miami, Florida

Arrival: 5:30 AM•Departure: —

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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Weather Forecast

Brilliant Lady - October 29, 2026 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

San Pedro (Los Angeles), California

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October

Typical Weather

96°F

Average High

56°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.02in

Daily average

0.6 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
62 / 100
safer than 62% of all cruises
62
6
/ 10
San Pedro (Los Angeles), California
San Pedro
San Pedro is generally safe, but travelers should remain vigilant and avoid certain neighborhoods after dark to minimize risks.
7
/ 10
Cabo San Lucas, Mexico
Cabo San Lucas
While generally safe, travelers should remain vigilant in Cabo San Lucas, avoiding displaying valuables and staying in well-populated areas.
5
/ 10
Puerto Quetzal, Guatemala
Puerto Quetzal
Travelers should remain vigilant in Puerto Quetzal due to crime risks and are advised to join organized tours for safety.
6
/ 10
Puntarenas, Costa Rica
Puntarenas
Travelers in Puntarenas should stay vigilant against petty crime and consider organized tours for added safety and enjoyment.
6
/ 10
Panama City, Panama
Panama City
Travelers in Panama City should stay vigilant, avoid risky areas, and exercise caution due to varying safety levels and potential urban crime.
8
/ 10
Panama Canal Transit
Panama Canal
Cruise travelers at the Panama Canal Transit should remain aware of their surroundings while enjoying a secure and managed experience.
6
/ 10
Cartagena, Colombia
Cartagena
Travelers in Cartagena should stay vigilant, avoid displaying valuables, and consider organized tours to minimize risks of petty crime.
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.

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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Itinerary FAQ

How many nights is the Brilliant Lady sailing on October 29, 2026?

This is a 17-night cruise itinerary departing from San Pedro (Los Angeles), California.

What ports does the Brilliant Lady visit on the October 29, 2026 cruise?

This route includes san-pedro-los-angeles-california, cabo-san-lucas-mexico, puerto-quetzal-guatemala, puntarenas-costa-rica, panama-city-panama, panama-canal-transit, cartagena-colombia, miami-florida.

How many sea days are included on this Brilliant Lady October 29, 2026 itinerary?

This itinerary includes 9 sea days.

Who is the cruise director for the Brilliant Lady sailing on October 29, 2026?

Cruise director assignment data is not currently available for this sail date.

How is the itinerary safety score calculated for this cruise?

The itinerary safety score combines port-level safety indicators such as travel advisories, local risk signals, and historical context into a single overall score for this specific route.

Can I track price drops for this Brilliant Lady itinerary?

Yes — use the price tracking opt-in on this page to get updates when cabin prices change for this sailing.

Last Updated: Apr 3, 2026