Trade the usual beach week for ten nights that blend the Eastern Caribbean’s bright harbors, easy island scenery, and a final day at Virgin Voyages’ Beach Club at Bimini. Brilliant Lady sails round trip from Miami on January 10–20, 2028—an ideal winter escape packed with variety but paced for relaxation.
Miami (Embarkation): Settle in before departure and let the city’s waterfront, art, and Latin flavors set the mood. If you can, arrive a day early to start your vacation relaxed and ready.
At sea: Unpack once, find your favorite lounge, and ease into the rhythm of the voyage with a long brunch, a pool break, or a group fitness class.
Philipsburg, St. Maarten: See both sides of this small island—Dutch-Caribbean Philipsburg for shops and waterfront cafés, or French-side Marigot for a market, pastry stop, and beach time.
Tortola, British Virgin Islands: Choose a beach day, take in the island’s green hills, or arrange an excursion to the nearby coves and smaller islands.
St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands: Pair Charlotte Amalie’s historic streets and harbor views with a swim at one of the island’s celebrated beaches.
San Juan, Puerto Rico: Walk the blue cobblestones of Old San Juan, browse colorful streets, and explore the fortifications above the sea.
Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic: Browse the historic center, ride the cable car for mountain and ocean views, or choose a beach or nature excursion.
The Beach Club at Bimini: Finish with a laid-back private-island-style day: stretch out on the sand, cool off by the pool, catch the music, or choose an optional island or water activity.
Back to Miami (Disembarkation): Return with a camera full of island colors—and the option to add a hotel night before heading home.
On board, Brilliant Lady is more than transportation between ports—it’s a major part of the fun. Your fare includes 20+ eateries, flexible dining, essential drinks, Wi-Fi, group fitness classes, and a lively entertainment lineup. Scarlet Night invites you to wear red for shipwide pop-ups, performances, and a spirited poolside celebration, while the PJ Party is a pajama-clad late-night favorite.
Exact entertainment varies by sailing, so check the onboard schedule once you embark. Shore excursions, cocktails, flights, hotels, and some extras may cost more; confirm what’s included with your selected fare.
Explore the January 10, 2028 Eastern Caribbean & Bimini itinerary through Kimberly’s Loving Life Travel First Mates link. With ten nights, you have time to savor both the ports and the ship between them.
The included signature restaurants give you plenty of variety: The Wake for steak and seafood; Extra Virgin for Italian antipasti and fresh pasta; Pink Agave for Mexican sharing plates; Gunbae for Korean BBQ grilled at the table; and The Test Kitchen for chef-led tasting menus. Brilliant Lady also has Rojo by Razzle Dazzle, a Spanish-inspired evening spot for paella, tapas, and cocktails. For casual cravings, visit The Galley’s global-flavor counters or The Pizza Place for made-to-order pizza. Virgin recommends booking signature restaurant reservations in advance.