Valiant Lady — Deck Plans, Live Tracker, Dining & Videos
Valiant Lady is the second of Virgin Voyages' four Lady Class ships, delivered by Fincantieri in Genoa on 1 July 2021. At 110,000 gross tons she carries 2,770 guests at double occupancy (2,860 maximum) and a crew of 1,160. Like all Virgin Voyages ships she is strictly adults-only (18+), with over 20 included restaurants and cafés in place of a traditional main dining room or buffet. From 25 May 2026, after a 9-25 May 2026 drydock, she debuts Ariya — Virgin Voyages' first Indian restaurant at sea.
Key Facts
- Cruise Line: Virgin Voyages
- Class: Lady Class (second ship, 2 of 4)
- Year: 2021
- Tonnage: 110,000 GT
- Guests: 2,770 (double) / 2,860 (max)
- Crew: 1,160
- IMO: 9805336
- Delivered: 1 July 2021
- Builder: Fincantieri, Sestri Ponente (yard 6288)
- Registry: Bahamas (Nassau)
- Current rotation: US East Coast April 2026; 25 April TA to Barcelona; 9-25 May drydock; Mediterranean summer 2026
Quick Answer: Valiant Lady is the second of Virgin Voyages' four Lady Class ships — 110,000 GT, 2,770 adult guests, delivered 1 July 2021. As of 11 April 2026 she is returning to New York from Saint John, NB; her next big milestone is a 14-night transatlantic to Barcelona on 25 April 2026, followed by a 9-25 May 2026 drydock that will debut Ariya — Virgin Voyages' first Indian restaurant at sea, by chef Maneet Chauhan. Strictly 18+, all dining and basic beverages included.
Best For: Adults and couples looking for a cruise that does not feel like a traditional cruise — no formal nights, no buffet lines, no children, no upsell pressure on the 20+ included restaurants. Valiant Lady is the right Lady if you want Mediterranean summers from Barcelona and Rome (Civitavecchia), an Iceland solar eclipse special on 5-12 August 2026, or the only Virgin ship with Ariya — the fleet's first Indian restaurant at sea — as the ship-unique dining differentiator.
Valiant Lady tends to suit younger adults, couples, and friend groups who find mainstream cruise lines too conventional. Virgin's approach strips away the typical cruise conventions — no main dining room, no assigned seating, no buffet, no kids. Instead, you get 20+ distinct restaurants (all included at no extra cost), a vinyl record shop, a tattoo studio, The Manor nightclub, and the Athletic Club. Signature on-board events include Scarlet Night (the fleet-wide once-per-sailing red-themed party — a class event, not a Scarlet-Lady exclusive), the Runway fashion show, and Drag Brunch. Gratuities, basic WiFi, soft drinks, still and sparkling water, and group fitness classes are all included in the fare. All four Lady Class ships are near-identical sisters; Valiant Lady differentiates herself with Ariya, Virgin's first Indian restaurant at sea (debuting after the May 2026 drydock), developed with celebrity chef Maneet Chauhan and named after Sir Richard Branson's Tamil Nadu ancestor. Ariya operates in the Razzle Dazzle space by night; Razzle Dazzle retains its vegetable-forward breakfast and brunch service by day.
Class Profile
- Ship Class: Lady Class — 110,000 GT, 2,770 guests, 1,160 crew
- Signature Features: Adults-only 18+, 20+ all-included restaurants, The Manor nightclub, Squid Ink tattoo studio (first at sea), Voyage Vinyl record store, Richard's Rooftop private VIP deck, Scarlet Night party, 86% balcony cabins
- Valiant-unique: Ariya — Virgin Voyages' first Indian restaurant at sea, debuting after her 9-25 May 2026 drydock (220 seats, chef Maneet Chauhan, runs evenings in the Razzle Dazzle space)
- Current deployment: US East Coast rotation as of April 2026; 14-night TA NYC → Barcelona departs 25 April 2026; 2026 Mediterranean summer from Barcelona and Rome
A First Look at Valiant Lady
Who Valiant Lady Is For
You'll love Valiant Lady if: you want an adults-only cruise with none of the traditional cruise conventions — no buffet, no formal nights, no children, no upcharge for dining; you like the idea of 20+ included restaurants and cafés instead of a main dining room; you want Ariya (Virgin's first Indian restaurant at sea) as a Valiant-unique signature dining experience from May 2026 onward; you like the idea of a Mediterranean summer from Barcelona and Rome (Civitavecchia); you are hoping to catch the 5-12 August 2026 Iceland solar eclipse cruise; or you want Virgin's festival/boutique-hotel atmosphere with The Manor nightclub, Scarlet Night party (fleet-wide), Drag Brunch, and Richard's Rooftop.
You may prefer a different ship if: you are travelling with children (Virgin Voyages is strictly 18+); you want a traditional main dining room experience with set seatings; you want Broadway-style production shows (Valiant Lady's Red Room runs immersive theatre instead); you want waterslides or big-ship mega-resort amenities; you prefer year-round Caribbean (consider Scarlet Lady or Resilient Lady); or you want the Panama Canal and West Coast / Alaska option (only Brilliant Lady has the adapted frame for that).
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The Logbook: Valiant Lady (Lady Class)
Virgin Voyages Lady Class — Sister Ships
Valiant Lady is the second of four Lady Class ships, all built by Fincantieri at its Sestri Ponente yard in Genoa. The sisters share an identical hull, propulsion, and cabin layout (1,408 cabins, 2,770 guests, 1,160 crew) — they differ mainly in deployment, yard number, and a few per-ship venue exclusives.
- Scarlet Lady — Lead ship, IMO 9804801, yard 6287, delivered 14 February 2020. Caribbean from PortMiami, Mediterranean summer. Scarlet-unique: Lucky Lotus by Razzle Dazzle Chinese evening concept.
- Valiant Lady — Second ship, IMO 9805336, yard 6288, delivered 1 July 2021. US East Coast / Mediterranean. Valiant-unique (from 25 May 2026 after drydock): Ariya, Virgin's first Indian restaurant at sea, by chef Maneet Chauhan.
- Resilient Lady — Third ship, IMO 9805348, yard 6289, delivered 7 December 2022. Currently Caribbean from PortMiami after Virgin cancelled her 2024-25 Australia programme in February 2024.
- Brilliant Lady — Fourth ship, IMO 9870654, yard 6304, entered commercial service 5 September 2025 after an 18-month lay-up. Brilliant-unique: the only Lady with a Panama-Canal-capable adapted frame, enabling West Coast and Alaska sailings. Currently on Virgin's first West Coast deployment ex-Los Angeles (from 6 April 2026), repositioning to Seattle for Virgin's first Alaska season in May 2026.
All four ships are strictly 18+ adults-only, with 20+ included restaurants, the Manor nightclub, Richard's Rooftop, Squid Ink tattoo parlor, Voyage Vinyl record store, and included gratuities/WiFi/fitness classes. None have Cirque du Soleil — Virgin has never had that partnership and uses in-house production shows.
Valiant Lady Deck Plans
View the official Virgin Voyages deck plans for Valiant Lady to explore cabin locations, the 20+ restaurants, the Manor nightclub, Squid Ink tattoo studio, Richard's Rooftop, and the Athletic Club.
Ports & 2026 Itineraries
As of April 2026, Valiant Lady is finishing her US East Coast rotation, turning around in New York (Brooklyn terminal). Her next big milestone is a 14-night transatlantic to Barcelona on 25 April 2026, followed by a 9-25 May 2026 drydock and the 2026 Mediterranean summer from Barcelona and Rome.
US East Coast (April 2026)
- New York City (Brooklyn terminal) — current turnaround homeport
- Saint John, New Brunswick, Canada — surprise early-season call 8 April 2026
14-Night Transatlantic (25 April 2026 from New York)
New York → Ponta Delgada (Azores) → Funchal (Madeira) → Málaga (Spain) → Tangier (Morocco) → Palma de Mallorca → Barcelona
2026 Mediterranean Summer Season (from June 2026, post-drydock)
- Barcelona, Spain — homeport & turnaround
- Rome (Civitavecchia), Italy — second homeport
- Marseille, Toulon, Cannes — French Daze & Ibiza Nights itinerary
- Ibiza, Palma de Mallorca — Spanish Obsession itinerary
- 5-12 August 2026: Iceland solar eclipse special cruise
Itineraries confirmed from Virgin Voyages press releases, VV Insider, and Paramount Cruises (drydock timing).
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Key Facts About Valiant Lady
Where Is Valiant Lady?
Track Valiant Lady's current position via VesselFinder (IMO 9805336). As of 11 April 2026 she is returning to New York from Saint John, NB; her 14-night transatlantic to Barcelona departs 25 April 2026, followed by a 9-25 May 2026 drydock.
Live tracker via VesselFinder.
Frequently Asked Questions About Valiant Lady
What dining options are available on Valiant Lady?
Valiant Lady has over 20 included restaurants and cafés — not a traditional main dining room or buffet. Complimentary specialty venues include The Wake (steakhouse, raw bar, tableside martini service), Pink Agave (contemporary Mexican with Tom Dixon interiors and a fully gluten-free menu), Extra Virgin (Italian), Gunbae (Korean BBQ with round griddle tables), Razzle Dazzle (vegetable-forward breakfast and brunch by day), and Test Kitchen (chef's experimental tasting menu inspired by Escoffier). From 25 May 2026, after her 9-25 May 2026 drydock, Valiant Lady debuts Ariya — Virgin Voyages' first Indian restaurant at sea — developed with celebrity chef Maneet Chauhan. Ariya is a 220-seat venue in the Razzle Dazzle space by night (Razzle Dazzle retains its breakfast and brunch by day). Quick-serve options include The Pizza Place, The Galley food hall, Sun Club Cafe, and Grounds Club. All dining is included at no extra charge.
Is Valiant Lady adults-only?
Yes — strictly. Valiant Lady is adults-only: every guest must be 18 years of age or older at time of sailing. Virgin Voyages has applied this policy across all four Lady Class ships since launch. There are no children's clubs, no kids' menus, no family staterooms, and no waterslides. The adult-only policy is the central design choice of the Virgin Voyages concept.
Does Valiant Lady have Cirque du Soleil?
No. Virgin Voyages has never had a Cirque du Soleil partnership. Valiant Lady's entertainment is produced in-house in collaboration with creative partners including House of Yes (The Manor nightclub) and theatre producers such as Randy Weiner. Productions in The Red Room include Persephone, Booked!, Duel Reality, and signature immersive experiences. Signature ship-wide events include Scarlet Night, the once-per-sailing red-themed party — this is a fleet-wide class event, not a Scarlet-Lady exclusive.
Who was Valiant Lady's godmother?
Valiant Lady does not have a traditional christening godmother. Virgin Voyages has broken with cruise-industry convention and does not hold formal christening ceremonies. Valiant Lady's keel-laying / coin ceremony took place at Fincantieri Sestri Ponente on 8 February 2019, and she was formally delivered on 1 July 2021. In March 2022, Virgin appointed Jennifer Lopez as fleet-wide "Chief Entertainment and Lifestyle Officer" in an announcement tied to Valiant Lady specifically — but this is a brand-partnership title, NOT a ship godmother role.
Where does Valiant Lady sail in 2026?
As of 11 April 2026, Valiant Lady is returning to New York (Brooklyn terminal) after a surprise early-season call at Saint John, New Brunswick on 8 April 2026 (she opened that port's 2026 cruise season unexpectedly early). On 25 April 2026 she departs New York on a 14-night transatlantic to Barcelona via Ponta Delgada, Funchal, Málaga, Tangier, and Palma de Mallorca. From 9-25 May 2026 she enters drydock to debut Ariya — Virgin's first Indian restaurant at sea — plus Roundabout and Athletic Club updates. Her 2026 Mediterranean summer then runs from Barcelona and Rome (Civitavecchia), with 7-8 night Irresistible Med, French Daze & Ibiza Nights, and Spanish Obsession itineraries, plus a special Iceland solar eclipse cruise on 5-12 August 2026. Note: Virgin Voyages moved New York sailings from Manhattan to the Brooklyn terminal for the 2026 season.
What is included in a Valiant Lady fare?
Every Virgin Voyages fare on Valiant Lady includes: all 20+ restaurants and cafés (no cover charges), all gratuities, basic WiFi, still and sparkling water, non-pressed juices, sodas, and group fitness classes at the Athletic Club. Not included: premium WiFi tiers, specialty coffees and alcoholic beverages, Bar Tab drink packages, spa treatments, and shore excursions. Virgin's "Sailor Loot" shipboard credit promotions are frequently offered at booking.
Sources & Attribution
Valiant Lady facts verified against primary sources including Fincantieri press releases (delivery 1 July 2021), Virgin Voyages Barcelona MerMaiden press release (15 May 2022), Paramount Cruises drydock report (9-25 May 2026), Travel And Tour World Saint John early-season call (April 2026), VesselFinder, MarineTraffic, CruiseMapper, and ShipLocation.
- VesselFinder — Valiant Lady (IMO 9805336)
- Fincantieri — Valiant Lady product/spec page
- Fincantieri — Delivery press release (1 July 2021)
- CruiseMapper — Valiant Lady (yard 6288)
- Virgin Voyages — Barcelona MerMaiden press release (15 May 2022)
- Paramount Cruises — Valiant Lady drydock 9-25 May 2026 (Ariya debut)
- Travel And Tour World — Saint John early-season call (8 April 2026)
- VV Insider — 25 April 2026 transatlantic voyage
- Cruise Industry News — Mediterranean launch (May 2022)
- Virgin.com — JLo as Chief Entertainment and Lifestyle Officer (March 2022)
Photos: Valiant Lady exterior by JONO202 via Flickr. Other photos credited where shown.
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