ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
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5:00 PM
Embarkation day. Brilliant Lady sails at 5:00 PM.
9 nights · 5 ports
Round-trip · Miami, Florida
Virgin VoyagesBrilliant Lady
Brilliant Lady
December 14, 2026
9-Night Pre-Holiday Caribbean Getaway aboard Brilliant Lady · Departing December 14, 2026 from the Port of Miami, Florida.
Interior from$996/ guest· Prices updated Oct 11, 2026
// AT A GLANCE
Brilliant Lady December 14, 2026 Cruise Overview
Brilliant Lady leaves Miami, Florida on Monday, December 14, 2026 at 5:00 PM and returns Wednesday, December 23 at 6:30 AM: 9 nights with 4 ports of call (Philipsburg, Charlotte Amalie, San Juan and The Beach Club) and 4 days at sea. It is the only upcoming departure of this itinerary on Brilliant Lady. The lowest fare today is $996 per person for an inside cabin (about $111 a night). Since we started tracking it in March 2025, the inside fare has ranged from $802 to $1,305; today’s is $194 above the lowest. December averages 85°F highs and 69°F lows across the ports on this route.
The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 6.6 out of 10, averaged across 5 ports. Inside cabins rose $194 on Oct 11.
// WHO'S ONBOARD YOUR CRUISE
Brilliant Lady December 14, 2026 Roll Call
7 SAVED THIS SAILING
// 02 · CRUISE PRICE
Brilliant Lady December 14, 2026 Price & Tracking
BRILLIANT LADY·DECEMBER 14, 2026
The graph below tracks historic price of the Brilliant Lady cruise ship departing December 14, 2026. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $996 ($111 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,080 ($121 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 8%.
Brilliant Lady cruise departing December 14, 2026 — 9-night itinerary. Current Inside Cabin price: $996 ($111 per night). Average price: $1,080.
// PRICE HISTORY · INSIDE
Last 6 months · refreshes daily
This cabin
Avg $1,036
LIVE RATE
INSIDE CABIN
Brilliant Lady · December 14, 2026
$996
$111 per night · 9 nights
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4% below average
Avg $1,036 · You save $40
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// 03 · ITINERARY
9 Night Pre-Holiday Caribbean Getaway (Miami Roundtrip) Cruise Map
Interactive Itinerary MapDECEMBER 14, 2026
All 10 days of the Brilliant Lady December 14, 2026 cruise, including 4 days at sea. Arrival and departure times are local to each port, and the cruise line can change them before sailing.
// 04 · PORTS
9 Night Pre-Holiday Caribbean Getaway (Miami Roundtrip) Port List
Brilliant Lady·December 14, 2026
Day 2 · Tuesday · Dec 15
At sea
Day at sea aboard the Brilliant Lady — featuring The Dock, The Red Room, The Smoking Room & Necessities.
Day 3 · Wednesday · Dec 16
At sea
Day at sea aboard the Brilliant Lady.
Day 7 · Sunday · Dec 20
At sea
Day at sea aboard the Brilliant Lady.
Day 8 · Monday · Dec 21
At sea
Day at sea aboard the Brilliant Lady.
// 05 · WEATHER
9 Night Pre-Holiday Caribbean Getaway (Miami Roundtrip) Weather Forecast
Brilliant Lady·December 14, 2026
// YEAR-ROUND AT MIAMI
Average monthly temperature and rainfall. Your sail month is highlighted.
AVG TEMP °FRAINFALL IN
// 06 · SHORE EXCURSIONS
Most Popular Miami Shore Excursions
Independent shore excursions in every port on this Brilliant Lady itinerary, booked directly with the operator who runs them. We flag the ones that guarantee you're back on board before the gangway lifts.
5 PORTS OF CALL·775 EXCURSIONS HELD·BOOK DIRECT WITH THE OPERATOR
SELECT A PORT
BEST MIAMI SHORE TOURSBest Miami Shore ToursCURATED FROM 234 · NOT A SEARCH RESULT
OF 234TOP PRODUCT
4.6(3,194)
$42
Speedboat Sightseeing Adventure of Miami
Miami's only off-shore, speedboat tour. Experience thrills during a 45-minute speedboat ride across Miami…
45 MINBOOK ON VIATOR
TOP PRODUCT
4.7(2,868)
$82.98
Everglades Small-Group Tour from Miami with Transportation
Experience the Florida Everglades on this 4–5 hour small-group tour from Miami, featuring an exciting airboat…
5 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
TOP PRODUCT
4.6(2,859)
$30
Miami Biscayne Bay rich and famous Sightseeing Boat Tour
Set sail on an unforgettable journey through the famous waters of Biscayne Bay with Miami’s top rated Miami…
1.3 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
TOP PRODUCT
3.5(2,508)
$45
Miami: Hop-on Hop-off Tour with 10 Stops and Bay Cruise Option
Discover Miami's vibrant vibes with a hop-on hop-off tour of Magic City. Our flexible tours turn Miami into…
2 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
EXCELLENT QUALITY
4.8(1,626)
$30
Miami Pirate Boat Tour: Skyline & Celebrity Homes
Set sail on an unforgettable adventure through Biscayne Bay aboard the Miami Pirate Boat Tour: Skyline &…
1.3 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
WORRY-FREE
TOP PRODUCT
4.4(1,391)
$78
60 min. Everglades Airboat ride & pick-up ,small group +pro guide
Our Everglades Tour is led by a real guide with over 10 years of experience in Miami. Personal connection is…
5 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
WORRY-FREE
TOP PRODUCT
4.9(927)
$189
Half-day Everglades National Park Tour and 1-Hour Air Boat Ride
With your expert naturalist guide, head out on an amazing 90-minute nature walk in Everglades National Park…
6 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
4.1(833)
$24.50
Miami Millionaire’s Row Sightseeing Cruise
Experience Miami’s original Millionaire’s Row cruise, family-owned and operated for over 75 years (est…
1.5 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
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AFFILIATEPER-CARD ATTRIBUTION
// 07 · SAFETY SCORE
Itinerary Safety Score
9 Night Pre-Holiday Caribbean Getaway (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.
// 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 BREAKDOWN05 PORTS
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
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
Travelers should stay vigilant in Charlotte Amalie, avoiding isolated areas and being cautious in crowded spots to minimize crime risks.
0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
Travelers in San Juan should stay in well-populated areas and remain aware of their surroundings to minimize risks of petty theft.
0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
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
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.
// 09 · MORE CRUISES
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// 09 · FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQs for yourBrilliant Lady·December 14, 2026sailing
Researched and assembled by Gangwaze Cruise Editorial using daily-refreshed itinerary, pricing, weather, and safety data.
LAST UPDATED · OCT 11, 2026
