Resilient Lady

Resilient Lady, the third Lady ship, began sailing in 2023 with Greek Isles voyages from Athens before heading to Australia, showing Virgin Voyages’ ambitions beyond the Caribbean. The ship follows the Lady-class blueprint: adults only, tips and Wi-Fi included, and dining spread across venues such as The Wake for steak and seafood, Extra Virgin for fresh pasta and The Galley, a food hall that replaces the buffet. The Red Room is a theater that reshapes itself for different shows, and The Manor is the late-night club. Expect a younger, social crowd that stays up late.

Best for: Adults who want a modern, social cruise on port-rich itineraries in Europe or the South Pacific.

Virgin Voyages is an adults-only cruise line (18 and over) with stylish, boutique-hotel-style ships, more than 20 eateries with no extra charges, and Wi-Fi, gratuities, basic drinks and fitness classes included in the fare. There’s no buffet, no formal night and no kids. It suits sociable adults from their late 20s to 60s who want a hip, food-focused cruise, less so travelers who want traditional cruising or a quiet ship.