Virgin welcomes Valiant Lady to Miami

The line’s second ship is about to spend the winter sailing Caribbean itineraries, and Sir Richard Branson will be on board

By Cruise Adviser Last updated Oct 26, 2022

Virgin Voyages has welcomed its second ship, Valiant Lady, to Miami ahead of its maiden voyage from the US port on Sunday, October 30.

The vessel will sail new six and eight-night itineraries including Roatan, San Juan and St Croix, each with a stop at the line’s exclusive Beach Club at Bimini.

“It’s been wonderful to see our guests fall in love with sailing the Virgin way, and I’m so proud to welcome our second ship, Valiant Lady, to her winter home in PortMiami,” said Tom McAlpin, CEO of Virgin Voyages.

“When we launched this business more than seven years ago, we never imagined the challenges we’d have to overcome in the face of the pandemic.

“Thanks to our amazing crew, we have come out strongly. Paired with the support of our guests and travel advisors, we have made our mark with more five-star reviews than any other cruise line.

“This is just the beginning for Virgin Voyages, and we have big plans for the future.”

Virgin Group founder Sir Richard Branson will be on board for the initial part of the first sailing, which will feature Halloween celebrations and a Guinness World Record attempt for the most mermaids in one place.

“When I first had the idea of getting into cruising over 40 years ago, I could not have imagined where we are today,” said Branson.

“What the team at Virgin Voyages has created is beyond my wildest dreams. I can’t wait for everyone to have the chance to sail with us and enjoy a truly memorable holiday.”