Valiant Lady itinerary map for December 23, 2023 (7 nights)
Valiant Lady itinerary map for December 23, 2023 (7 nights)
7 nights · 4 ports
Round-trip · Miami, Florida
Virgin VoyagesValiant Lady

Valiant Lady
December 23, 2023

7-Night Valiant Caribbean Holidays aboard Valiant Lady · Departing December 23, 2023 from the Port of Miami, Florida.

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// AT A GLANCE

This 7-night cruise aboard the Valiant Lady departs from Miami, Florida on Saturday, December 23, 2023 and returns on Saturday, Dec 30th. December weather across this route averages 84°/57°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 6.6 out of 10 — Miami (6.8), Puerto Plata (6.0), San Juan (6.4), The Beach Club (7.4).

ITINERARY SAFETY SCORE
6.6OUT OF 10
MODERATE TIER
Safer than 66% of all cruises
Ranked across every sailing in our database.
LEAST SAFESAFEST
01
7
night cruise
Sat → Sat
02
Miami
departure port
Florida
03
4
port stops
Holidays
04
3
sea days
Day 2
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// 03 · ITINERARY

7 Night Valiant Caribbean Holidays (Miami Roundtrip) Cruise Map

Interactive Itinerary MapDECEMBER 23, 2023
The Valiant Lady sails on December 23, 2023 for a 7 Night Valiant Caribbean Holidays (Miami Roundtrip) (Miami Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Miami, Florida at 6:00 PM and will return to the port of Miami, Florida on Dec 30th at 5:30 AM. During the 8-day journey, the Valiant Lady will visit 3 additional ports and will spend 3 days at sea.
// CRUISE PORT SCHEDULE
Valiant Lady
DECEMBER 23, 2023
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7 NIGHTS · 3 PORTS
ROUND-TRIP · MIAMI
// 04 · PORTS

7 Night Valiant Caribbean Holidays (Miami Roundtrip) Port List

Valiant Lady·December 23, 2023
Miami, Florida — Day 1 of Valiant Lady December 23, 2023 cruise
DAY
1
EMBARKATION
SATURDAY·DEC 23

Miami

Florida
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
6:00 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.

Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic — Day 3 of Valiant Lady December 23, 2023 cruise
DAY
3
PORT 2
MONDAY·DEC 25

Puerto Plata

Dominican Republic
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
9:00 AM
6:00 PM

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.

San Juan, Puerto Rico — Day 4 of Valiant Lady December 23, 2023 cruise
DAY
4
PORT 3
TUESDAY·DEC 26

San Juan

Puerto Rico
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
10:00 AM
10:59 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.

The Beach Club (virgin Voyages), Bimini Bahamas — Day 7 of Valiant Lady December 23, 2023 cruise
DAY
7
PORT 6
FRIDAY·DEC 29

The Beach Club (virgin Voyages)

Bimini Bahamas
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
7:00 AM
7:00 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.

// 05 · WEATHER

7 Night Valiant Caribbean Holidays (Miami Roundtrip) Weather Forecast

Valiant Lady·December 23, 2023
DEC FORECAST · MIAMI
Historical monthly averages for travelers visiting this port.
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

Valiant Lady December 23, 2023 Excursions

Valiant Lady·December 23, 2023

From beach breaks and snorkeling to local food tours and cultural landmarks, these shore excursions help you make the most of every stop. Browse by port below to compare top-rated options and plan your day before you board.

// BROWSE BY PORT
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Browse shore excursions for each port on this Valiant Lady itinerary. Tours, activities, and transfers are provided by Viator.

Pricing & availability provided by Viator. Book directly from listing.
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// 07 · SAFETY SCORE

Itinerary Safety Score

7 Night Valiant Caribbean Holidays (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 66% of all cruises
6.6/10 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 BREAKDOWN04 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

Puerto Plata 🇩🇴

Dominican Republic · Dominican RepublicCAUTION

Travelers to Puerto Plata should remain vigilant against petty theft and consider organized tours to enhance safety while exploring.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
03

San Juan 🇵🇷

Puerto Rico · Puerto RicoCAUTION

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
04

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
// 08 · CRUISE SHIP

Valiant Lady Ship Overview

Specs & DetailsVIRGIN VOYAGES
Valiant Lady
VIRGIN VOYAGES · LADY SHIP
CHRISTENED
2019
STATEROOMS
1,408
TONNAGE
110,000GT
ON PAR WITH AVG· vs avg 110,250 GT
YEAR BUILT
2019
2 YEARS OLDER· 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 Valiant Lady has a construction date of 2019 and a total size of 110,000 gross tons. The ship measures 912 feet in length. Valiant Lady is included in Virgin Voyages's Lady Ship class. At full capacity, the Valiant Lady holds 2,770 passengers. That includes 1,610 cruise vacationers and 1,160 staff members. The Valiant Lady total number of staterooms is 1,408.

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// 09 · FAQ

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