Virgin Voyages·Scarlet Lady

Scarlet Lady - Greek Island Glow

4.4(233 reviews)
via U.S. News & Cruise Critic · Jun 2026
|7 Nights|5 Ports|1 Sea Days

Virgin's adults-only Scarlet Lady spends summer 2026 based in Athens, and this 7-night Aegean loop is built around a late-night overnight in Mykonos - the ship stays until 2 PM the next day so nobody has to leave the beach clubs early. Crete's Chania, Turkish Bodrum, and a full day anchored off Santorini's caldera fill out the route.

CouplesParty LoversFoodiesAdults Only

Price Range

$$

Mid-Range

DepartureAthens (Piraeus), Greece
Dress CodeCasual
MealsIncluded
WiFiIncluded

*Prices vary by cabin type, sailing date, and availability. Confirm rates with Virgin Voyages before booking.

Ship Details — Scarlet Lady

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Year Built

2021

Tonnage

110,000 GT

Passengers

2,770

Crew

1,160

Decks

17

Class

Lady

Itinerary & Route Map

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Onboard Amenities

Tattoo Parlor
Night Club
Athletic Club
Spa
Multiple Restaurants
Rooftop Bar
Pool
Fitness Center
Basketball Court
Test Kitchen
Adults-Only Area
Specialty Dining
Casino
Gym
Nightclub
Theater
Beach Club (Bimini)
Balcony Cabins

Cruise Highlights

Overnight in Mykonos with a 2 PM next-day departure for the island's nightlife
Full 12-hour day off Santorini's volcanic caldera
Bodrum call for its Crusader castle and Turkish bazaar
Chania's Venetian harbor on Crete, a less-touristed Greek island stop

About the Ship

What Travelers Say About Scarlet Lady

Reviews of the ship itself — the same for every Scarlet Lady sailing. Based on 1,400 discussions.

Scarlet Lady is Virgin Voyages' debut ship and the flagship of its adults-only (18+), no-kids concept, carrying up to about 2,762 'Sailors' at roughly 110,000 GT. It deliberately throws out cruise conventions: no buffet (replaced by The Galley food hall), no formal nights, and no children aboard. The result is a sophisticated, boutique-hotel feel that bundles Wi-Fi, gratuities, all restaurants, soda, and fitness classes into the fare.

What People Love

  • Specialty restaurants (The Wake, Gunbae, Razzle Dazzle, Extra Virgin, Pink Agave) are included in the fare with no cover charge — rated among the best food at sea
  • Truly inclusive pricing bundles Wi-Fi, gratuities, all restaurants, group fitness, and basic soda — minimal nickel-and-diming
  • Adults-only (18+), boutique-hotel atmosphere with no kids and a sophisticated-but-playful vibe

Common Complaints

  • Only two small pools that fill up fast — the most common complaint, with daybeds claimed early
  • Buggy, low-rated app and a clunky reservation model make booking dining a hassle
  • Long, disorganized embarkation with multi-hour waits reported
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