Scarlet Lady
Virgin’s first ship is still the one I send people to when they want the full Virgin experience in a long weekend. Her glow-up added more suites than any of her sisters, a Chinese-inspired restaurant you can only get here, and a show lineup full of Scarlet-only nights.
What’s different on Scarlet Lady
The four Lady Ships share the same bones, but the restaurants, shows, cabins and even the Italian menu change from ship to ship. Here’s what you only get on Scarlet.
Seriously Suites on Deck 11
Scarlet is the only ship with suites on Deck 11: 24 Seriously Suites, cabins 11218 to 11286. On her three sisters that stretch is Central Sea Terraces. Her glow-up took her to 102 RockStar Quarters, the most in the fleet.
Lucky Lotus by Razzle Dazzle
Deck 5 is a Chinese-inspired dinner menu you can’t get on any other ship: Peking duck bao, walnut prawns, Szechuan noodles and a lobster and king crab hotpot to share.
Scarlet-only nights out
Booked: A Lola’s Library Story, It’s a Rock Show-ke, Lights, Camera, Drag!, the LOLz Supper Club and the Y2K Party are all exclusive to Scarlet.
Her own Extra Virgin menu
Every ship’s Extra Virgin menu is a little different. Scarlet’s has seafood risotto, corn tortellini and cacio e pepe that her sisters don’t.
Where Scarlet Lady sails, 2026–2028
Each Lady Ship has her own calendar, and it changes every season. Here’s where Scarlet is headed and the sailings I’d book first.
- Now – Apr 2027
Miami
4–7 night Bahamas and Caribbean getaways, almost all with a day at The Beach Club at Bimini. Think Key West, Nassau, Cozumel, Grand Cayman and Ocho Rios.
- Apr 24 – May 8, 2027
Miami → Barcelona
A 14-night transatlantic with Las Palmas, Casablanca and Valencia.
- May – Oct 2027
Athens
7–12 night Greek Isles, Turkey, Albania and Adriatic sailings, with overnights in Mykonos, Istanbul and Alexandria (Cairo).
- Oct 31 – Nov 12, 2027
Barcelona → San Juan
Virgin’s Halloween transatlantic, via Tangier and Lanzarote.
- Nov 2027 – Apr 2028
San Juan
6–8 night Southern Caribbean: Aruba, Curaçao, Barbados, St. Lucia, Antigua and Dominica.
- Summer 2028
Athens
Back to the Greek Isles and the Adriatic.
Notable Scarlet itineraries
Greek Isles, Turkey & Istanbul Overnight
- Athens
- Chania, Crete
- Rhodes
- Santorini
- Ephesus (Kuşadası)
- Istanbul (overnight)
- Mykonos
- Athens
Two days in Istanbul is the headline, but you also get Crete, Rhodes, Santorini and Mykonos. It’s my favorite Eastern Med sailing on Scarlet.
Greek Isles, Turkey & Cairo Overnight
- Athens
- Santorini
- Ephesus (Kuşadası)
- Alexandria for Cairo (overnight)
- Rhodes
- Mykonos
- Athens
An overnight in Alexandria gives you time for the pyramids and the Egyptian Museum without rushing back to the ship.
Halloween Transatlantic from Spain
- Barcelona
- Tangier
- Lanzarote
- San Juan
A transatlantic to San Juan that starts on Halloween. Lots of sea days for the spa, the shows and the costume parties.
Southern Caribbean & Aruban Nights
- San Juan
- Aruba
- Curaçao
- Antigua
- St. Maarten
- San Juan
Scarlet’s first winter in San Juan means more islands and fewer sea days than her Miami trips. Aruba and Curaçao in one week is hard to beat.
Itineraries from Virgin Voyages Destination & Itinerary Guide and Scarlet Lady winter 2027–28 announcement, as published October 2026. Ports, dates and times can change, so I’ll confirm your exact sailing when you book.
Where is Scarlet Lady right now?
Her last reported position and the past 24 hours of her route. Tap the map to move around, and tap the ship for her next port and arrival time.
Live AIS position via VesselFinder (IMO 9804801). Far from shore, updates can lag by several hours.
Where to eat on Scarlet Lady
Every restaurant is included in your fare, and you can book them in the app before you sail. These are Virgin’s current menus for this ship, straight from the First Mate library. Tap any menu to flip through it.
Lucky Lotus by Razzle Dazzle
Razzle Dazzle runs brunch and lunch by day, then turns into Lucky Lotus at night. Plates are built for sharing, and the menu leans into the spices and flavors of East Asia. Dinner is included in your fare, with one premium hotpot if you want to splurge.
- Peking duck bao buns with hoisin and cucumber
- Crispy walnut prawns
- Szechuan hot and sour noodles
- Blossoming sweet and sour fish
- Lobster and king crab hotpot for two ($65)
- Egg tart, mango pudding, banana and ricotta rangoon
Scarlet’s own Italian menu
Extra Virgin is on every ship, but each one has its own menu. These dishes are on Scarlet’s Extra Virgin menu and not on her sisters’ (menus dated January 2026).
On every ship
The rest of the lineup is the same fleetwide. Swipe through, tap a menu, or find it on the deck plan.
The Wake
Steak and seafood with wake views, at the very back of Deck 6.
Pink Agave
Upscale Mexican with a mezcal bar, and a late-night party after dinner.
Gunbae
Tabletop Korean barbecue with drinking games. Go with a group.
The Test Kitchen
A playful, multi-course tasting menu. The most adventurous meal on board.
The Galley
Virgin’s answer to the buffet: made-to-order food hall stations.
The Pizza Place
Thin-crust pizza, open late.
The Dock House
Mediterranean mezze and cocktails out on the back deck.
What’s on Scarlet Lady
6 shows and 8 parties and nights out. Shows are free unless noted, and most are walk-up; I’ve flagged the ones you need to book. Tap any one to see exactly where it happens.
Only on ScarletBooked: A Lola’s Library Story
Scarlet-only headline production.
Only on ScarletIt’s a Rock Show-ke
Scarlet-only rock karaoke show, where the audience is part of the band.
Only on ScarletLights, Camera, Drag!
Scarlet-only drag show starring the ship’s resident Diva, with a cinematic twist.
Also on ResilientPersephone
Immersive dance-theater show (also on Resilient).
LOLz Supper Club
Scarlet-only comedy supper club: three rotating stand-up comics with a free three-course meal (drinks extra, or a bottomless option). Free, but book in the Sailor App once on board; seats are limited.
Also on Valiant & ResilientFestival Stage Acts
Rotating comedians, magicians, mentalists and variety acts that change every few weeks.
Only on ScarletY2K Party: New Year’s Eve 1999
Scarlet-only throwback party.
Also on ValiantClub Caliente
Latin club night (Scarlet and Valiant).
Also on ResilientKlub Rubiks: Not Your Average 80s Party
80s party (Scarlet and Resilient).
Every shipScarlet Night
Virgin’s signature night: a ship-wide red party that starts around the Roundabout and spills across Decks 6 and 7. Wear red.
Every shipThe PJ Party
Usually the first night around 11pm at the Athletic Club, moved to The Manor if the weather turns.
Every shipLet's Set Sail (Sail Away)
Pool-deck sail-away party with bubbles and the Happenings cast as you leave port.
Every shipClub Night
Late-night DJ sets in The Manor, with themes that vary by ship.
Every shipPink Agave After Dark
Late-night party at Pink Agave.
The Diva and the rest of the Happenings Cast host most of these. Meet the cast →
Lineups from Virgin Voyages’ Scarlet Lady page, October 2026. Shows rotate, so I’ll confirm your sailing’s lineup before you go.
Cabins that are different on Scarlet
Same cabin names across the fleet, but not the same layouts. Use the deck plan below to check what’s above and below any cabin, then send me the number.
Seriously Suites, Deck 11
Only on Scarlet. If you want a suite with a big terrace and you’re flexible on decks, ask me to compare these against the suites forward and aft.
Limited View Sea Terraces, Deck 8
The terraces near the lifeboats on Deck 8 have a partial view but the classic red hammock. They’re often the best value balcony on the ship.
Quiet picks
Mid-ship on Decks 9 and 10 is the sweet spot. Skip the stretch of Deck 8 right over The Manor if you go to bed early.
102 RockStar suites, the most in the fleet
Scarlet’s glow-up gave her more suites than any of her sisters, so she’s the easiest Lady Ship to land a RockStar suite on. Perks, fares and my upgrade-bid playbook are the same on every ship, so they live on one page.
Tour every cabin and suite
Cabin categories are the same on every Lady Ship, so all the photos and Virgin’s 3D tours, from Insider cabins to the Massive Suite, live on one page. Then use the Scarlet deck plan below to pick your spot.
Explore Scarlet Lady, deck by deck
Tap any cabin for its category, beds and what’s above and below. Tap a venue for photos and notes, or use the finder to filter for egg chairs, glass railings, quiet picks and more. Compare all four ships
Deck 9
Drag to move, pinch or use + / − to zoom. Tap a cabin or venue for details.
Deck plans redrawn by At Ease Travel Co. from Virgin Voyages' official First Mate deck plans for each ship (Scarlet, Resilient and Brilliant Lady updated 01/25/2026; Valiant Lady updated 05/12/2026). Layouts can change during dry docks, so I'll confirm the exact cabin and category on your ship before you book. Railing and egg chair details come from Virgin Voyages' First Mate terrace guide. Noise notes are based on what's above, below and beside each cabin plus sailor reports, and they're a guide, not a guarantee. Venue photos are from Virgin Voyages' First Mate media library. Menus link to Virgin's own dining pages because they change often. Cabin availability isn't shown here; it changes by the minute, so ask me or check the booking link.
My Scarlet tips
I sail Virgin myself and book it every week. These are the things I tell my clients before they board Scarlet.
- LOLz Supper Club is free but has limited seats. Book it in the Sailor App as soon as you’re on board.
- Book Lucky Lotus for a night you’re hungry. The sharing plates add up fast, in a good way.
- On short Bimini sailings, the Beach Club day is one of the best days of the trip. Plan your bar tab around it.
Compare the other ships
Valiant Lady
Fresh from her 2026 glow-up, home of Ariya
Resilient Lady
Lola’s Library, Another Rose and the original Razzle Dazzle
Brilliant Lady
The newest lady, with Rojo and eight Brilliant-only shows
What will my bar tab be?
Estimate your drinks spend on Scarlet and see whether a Bar Tab bonus makes sense.
Open the calculator →Scarlet Lady FAQ
What is different about Scarlet Lady?
Scarlet is the only Virgin Voyages ship with suites on Deck 11 (24 Seriously Suites), and her refresh gave her 102 RockStar Quarters, the most in the fleet. She also has Lucky Lotus, a Chinese-inspired dinner menu, and Scarlet-only shows like Booked: A Lola's Library Story, It's a Rock Show-ke, Lights, Camera, Drag! and the LOLz Supper Club.
Where does Scarlet Lady sail in 2026 to 2028?
Bahamas and Caribbean getaways from Miami through April 2027, most with a day at The Beach Club at Bimini. From May to October 2027 she sails Greek Isles, Turkey and Adriatic voyages from Athens, then spends winter 2027 to 2028 on Southern Caribbean sailings from San Juan, with transatlantic crossings in between.
How big is Scarlet Lady?
Scarlet Lady debuted in 2021 and carries about 2,770 sailors and 1,160 crew, with 1,290 cabins plus 102 RockStar Quarters.
What are the best cabins on Scarlet Lady?
Mid-ship on Decks 9 and 10 is the sweet spot. Skip the stretch of Deck 8 right over The Manor if you go to bed early. The Limited View Sea Terraces on Deck 8 keep the red hammock and are often the best-value balconies on the ship.
Do you pay more to book Scarlet Lady with a travel agent?
No. You pay the same Virgin Voyages fare as booking direct, with $0 planning fees. Booking with me gets you a Top 100 First Mate handling your cabin, dining and Shore Things, plus Sailor Loot on eligible bookings.
Ready for Scarlet Lady?
Send me your dates, or book through my First Mate link. As a Virgin Voyages Top 100 First Mate, I’ll help you pick the cabin, book the shows that need booking and make sure your perks land where they should.