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Brilliant Lady itinerary map for December 23, 2027 (5 nights)
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5 nights · 3 ports
Round-trip · Miami, Florida
Virgin VoyagesBrilliant Lady

Brilliant Lady
December 23, 2027

5-Night Mexico & Bimini Beach Club Holiday aboard Brilliant Lady · Departing December 23, 2027 from the Port of Miami, Florida.

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// AT A GLANCE

Brilliant Lady December 23, 2027 Cruise Overview

This 5-night cruise aboard the Brilliant Lady departs from Miami, Florida on Thursday, December 23, 2027 and returns on Tuesday, Dec 28th. December weather across this route averages 82°/52°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 7.0 out of 10 — Miami (6.8), The Beach Club (7.4), Cozumel (7.0). Inside cabins dropped $50 on Sep 2.

ITINERARY SAFETY SCORE
7.0OUT OF 10
MODERATE TIER
Safer than 70% of all cruises
Ranked across every sailing in our database.
LEAST SAFESAFEST
01
5
night cruise
Thu → Tue
02
Miami
departure port
Florida
03
3
port stops
Mexico
04
2
sea days
Day 3
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The Brilliant Lady, operated by Virgin Voyages, sets sail on Thursday, December 23, 2027 from Miami, Florida for a 5-night Mexico & Bimini Beach Club Holiday cruise. This itinerary includes 3 unique port stops and 2 days at sea. December weather across the route averages 82°F highs and 52°F lows. The itinerary safety score is 7.0 out of 10, combining travel advisories, crime statistics, and Global Peace Index data. Cabin fares start from $845, with daily price tracking available for inside, oceanview, balcony, and suite 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 December 23, 2027 Roll Call

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// 02 · CRUISE PRICE

Brilliant Lady December 23, 2027 Price & Tracking

BRILLIANT LADY·DECEMBER 23, 2027

The graph below tracks historic price of the Brilliant Lady cruise ship departing December 23, 2027. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $845 ($169 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $892 ($179 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 5%.

Brilliant Lady cruise departing December 23, 20275-night itinerary. Current Inside Cabin price: $845 ($169 per night). Average price: $892.

// PRICE HISTORY · INSIDE
Last 6 months · refreshes daily
This cabin
Avg $892
LIVE RATE
INSIDE CABIN
Brilliant Lady · December 23, 2027
$845
$169 per night · 5 nights
5% below average
Avg $892 · You save $47

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// 03 · ITINERARY

5 Night Mexico & Bimini Beach Club Holiday (Miami Roundtrip) Cruise Map

Interactive Itinerary MapDECEMBER 23, 2027
The Brilliant Lady sails on December 23, 2027 for a 5 Night Mexico & Bimini Beach Club Holiday (Miami Roundtrip) (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.
// CRUISE PORT SCHEDULE
Brilliant Lady
DECEMBER 23, 2027
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5 NIGHTS · 2 PORTS
ROUND-TRIP · MIAMI
// 04 · PORTS

5 Night Mexico & Bimini Beach Club Holiday (Miami Roundtrip) Port List

Brilliant Lady·December 23, 2027
Miami, Florida — Day 1 of Brilliant Lady December 23, 2027 cruise
DAY
1
EMBARKATION
THURSDAY·DEC 23

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.

The Beach Club (virgin Voyages), Bimini Bahamas — Day 2 of Brilliant Lady December 23, 2027 cruise
DAY
2
PORT 1
FRIDAY·DEC 24

The Beach Club (virgin Voyages)

Bimini Bahamas
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
8:00 AM
5:00 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.

Cozumel, Mexico — Day 4 of Brilliant Lady December 23, 2027 cruise
DAY
4
PORT 3
SUNDAY·DEC 26

Cozumel

Mexico
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
7:00 AM
7:00 PM

Cozumel, Mexico, offers docking at Cozumel Port. Travelers explore Chankanaab Park and San Gervasio ruins. Excursions include snorkeling at Palancar Reef. Local markets sell tacos. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures coral reefs and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes ceviche, a Mexican favorite. Souvenirs, like Mayan crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Mayan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Cozumel’s coastal allure offers a vibrant Mexican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of ancient ruins and marine adventures, making Cozumel an engaging destination for exploration.

// 05 · WEATHER

5 Night Mexico & Bimini Beach Club Holiday (Miami Roundtrip) Weather Forecast

Brilliant Lady·December 23, 2027
DEC FORECAST · MIAMI
Historical monthly averages for travelers visiting this port.
Miami port guide
63°
AVG · °F
Mostly sunny days
AVG HIGH
82°
AVG LOW
45°
AVG RAINFALL
2.0"
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
63°JANFEBMARAPRMAYJUNJULAUGSEPOCTNOVDEC12-MONTH AVERAGE · DATA: 30-YEAR HISTORICAL
// 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.

3 PORTS OF CALL·469 EXCURSIONS HELD·BOOK DIRECT WITH THE OPERATOR
SELECT A PORT
BEST MIAMI SHORE TOURS
OF 203
TOP PRODUCT
4.6(3,181)
$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(2,844)
$75.51

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(2,729)
$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(2,499)
$45

Miami: Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Tour with 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(1,610)
$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(1,381)
$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(925)
$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(832)
$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

These are the eight most reviewed. Miami has plenty more — browse the full catalogue and book direct with the operator.

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// 07 · SAFETY SCORE

Itinerary Safety Score

5 Night Mexico & Bimini Beach Club Holiday (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 BREAKDOWN03 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

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
03

Cozumel 🇲🇽

Mexico · MexicoMODERATE

Cozumel is generally safe for tourists, but remain vigilant against petty crime and avoid risks in surrounding areas.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
// 08 · CRUISE SHIP

Brilliant Lady Ship Overview

Specs & DetailsVIRGIN VOYAGES
Brilliant Lady cruise ship exterior
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 · FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQs for yourBrilliant Lady·December 23, 2027sailing
  • The lowest currently-tracked fare for this sailing is $845 for an Inside cabin. Pricing is updated daily — see the live price chart above for the latest snapshots.

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