Brilliant Lady - 12/23/2026
The December 23, 2026 cruise on the Brilliant Lady departs from Miami, Florida. On this 5 Night Brilliant Caribbean Holidays (Miami Roundtrip) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 3 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The Brilliant Lady sets sail on Wednesday, Dec 23rd and returns on Monday, Dec 28th.
Cruise Pricing
The graph below tracks historic price of the Brilliant Lady cruise ship departing December 23, 2026. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $1,045 ($209 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,082 ($217 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 3%.
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Cruise Itinerary
Itinerary
Brilliant Lady - December 23, 2026 - 5 Nights
| Day | Date | Port |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dec 22nd | Miami, Florida |
| 2 | Dec 24th | The Beach Club (virgin Voyages), Bimini Bahamas |
| 3 | Dec 24th | At Sea |
| 4 | Dec 26th | Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic |
| 5 | Dec 26th | At Sea |
| 6 | Dec 28th | Miami, Florida |
The Brilliant Lady sails on December 23, 2026 for a 5 Night Brilliant Caribbean Holidays (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 Dec 28th at 5:30 AM. During the 6-day journey, the Brilliant Lady will visit 2 additional ports and will spend 2 days at sea.
Itinerary Safety Score
Based on my 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.
Cruise Ship
Brilliant Lady
BRILLIANT LADY SIZE
The Brilliant Lady has a construction date of 2023 and a total size of 110,000 gross tons. The ship measures 912 feet (278 meters) in length. Brilliant Lady is included in Virgin Voyages’s Lady Ship Class. At full capacity, the Brilliant Lady holds 3,920 passengers. That includes 2,770 cruise vacationers and 1,150 staff members. The Brilliant Lady total number of staterooms is 1,408.
Brilliant Lady Size & Stats
- Gross Tonnage:110,000 GT
- Length:912 ft (278 m)
- Beam:125 ft (38 m)
- Draft:26.4 ft (8 m)
- Max Speed:25 mph (22 kn)
- Year Built:2023
- Years Served:2023 - Present
- Capacity:2,770
- Crew Members:1,150
- Total on Board:3,920
- Total Staterooms:1,408
- Flagged Country:Bahamas
- Ship Cost:810 Million
- Status:active
To see how this compares, click through to see Brilliant Lady age and stats vs all Virgin Voyages ships. There you’ll find graphs showing length, capacity, tonnage and more for this ship vs all in the fleet.
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Cruise Ports
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. (126 words)
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.
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic, provides docking at Puerto Plata Port. Travelers explore Amber Museum and Mount Isabel de Torres. Excursions include snorkeling at Sosúa Beach. Local markets sell mangu. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial forts and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes sancocho, a Dominican favorite. Souvenirs, like amber jewelry, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Taino history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance beach exploration. Puerto Plata’s vibrant charm offers a dynamic Dominican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic sites, scenic beaches, and Caribbean culture, making Puerto Plata an engaging destination for exploration.
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
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. (126 words)