let’s cruise…

October 2027, I’m trading candles for coastlines as I sail into my 50th year aboard a Virgin Voyages Mediterranean escape—and I want you there with me. Picture sun‑soaked ports by day, velvet‑dark seas by night, and a celebration layered with indulgence, laughter, and a little Scorpio mystery. This isn’t just a birthday trip; it’s a bold, beautiful gathering of friends, family, and unforgettable moments.

Dive into the details, explore the vibe, and start imagining yourself onboard by visiting this website for all the information—then let’s celebrate in true stellar style.

FAQS

  • CRUISE DATES

    October 17-24, 2027

    ARRIVAL/DEPARTURE CITY

    Barcelona, Spain

    ARRIVAL/DEPARTURE AIRPORT

    Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)

    SHIP’S NAME

    Resilient Lady of Virgin Voyages

    CRUISE SHIP PORT

    Moll Adossat (Adossat Quay), located about 2 km from the city center.

    CITIES WE’RE VISITING:

    • Day 1: Barcelona, Spain (Departs at 05:00 PM, local time)

    • Day 2: Sailing

    • Day 3: Tuscany/Cinque Terre (La Spezia), Italy

    • Day 4: Rome (Civitavecchia), Italy

    • Day 5: Ajaccio, Corsica, France

    • Day 6: Cannes, France

    • Day 7: Provence (Marseille), France

    • Day 8: Barcelona, Spain (Arrives at 06:30 AM, local time)

  • SEA TERRACE

    Single Occupancy: $3,717 (Deposit: $744)

    Double Occupany: $3,954 (Deposit: $696 per cabin)

    Triple Occupancy: Sea Terrace cabin: $5,323 (Deposit $1065)

    SEAVIEW

    Single Occupancy: $3,123 (Deposit $625)*

    Double Occupancy: $3,360 (Deposit: $672)*

    Triple Occupancy: $4,547 (Deposit $910)*

    All packages include $150 bar tab

    *Current rates for Sea View cabins are not being held in group. Pricing subject to change.

  • Contact Martinique Riley at (202) 308-0232, Mon-Fri, after 5pm, anytime on Sat-Sun.

    Send an email as follow up to martinique.riley@cruiseplanners.com.

    Texts messages are encouraged as well.

  • Deposits due: May 12, 2026

    Final Payment Date: June 8, 2027

    Shore Excursions: TBD

    Romance Packages: TBD

  • TBD

  • Yes you can. After you have paid for your trip, ask Virgin to add your trip Travis Peterson’s rooming block.

  • This is an adult only vacation. Children are NOT allowed

    GRATUITY is no longer included in the cruise rate.

    PREPAID GRATUITIES are $20 per night per sailor (if pre-paid per sailor). If you decide to pay them onboard the cost is $22 per night per sailor.

    CANCELLATION: Deposit is fully refundable within 7 days of the initial booking.  Refund will be in the original form of payment.

    After 7 days of the original deposit if more than 120 days out from sail date, the client will receive future voyage credit

    119-45 days: All payments will be credited to a future voyage credit.  NO REFUND

    45 days until sailing: NO REFUND/NO CREDIT, will only receive tax and port fees.  Refund will be in the original form of payment.

    No specific vaccines are mandatory for entry into most European countries, but

    routine vaccinations (MMR, Tdap, flu) are strongly recommended, along with Hepatitis A and B for

    certain travelers. While COVID-19 vaccinations are no longer required, they remain recommended for travel.

  • You MUST have a valid passport with at least (6) months until its expiration.

  • Yes, travel insurance is STRONGLY URGE for all travelers. Talk to Martinique about your options with Allianz Insurance.

    Insurance:

    Single Occupancy: $245 per person

    Double cabins: $123 per person 

    Triple cabins: Traveler 1/2: $123pp Traveler 3: $80

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