One month of glaciers & no kids: Virgin Voyages launches Alaska summer pass

Adults-only cruise line Virgin Voyages has launched the “2026 Alaska Summer Season Pass,” which equates to one month aboard its new ship, Brilliant Lady, and a backdrop of glaciers, wildlife, midnight sunsets.

"Alaska is one of the most awe-inspiring places on Earth," said Nirmal Saverimuttu, CEO of Virgin Voyages, in a press release. "Experiencing it aboard Brilliant Lady means you get the adventure without sacrificing comfort, style or that Virgin sense of discovery - and without a single child on board. This is what vacation is supposed to feel like."

Calling it a “residency at sea through one of the planet's most dramatic landscapes designed entirely for adults,” Virgin Voyages says the pass will include the following:

• Central Sea Terrace cabin for two Sailors
• Daily drink credits
• Complimentary Shore Things (up to $250 per Sailor)
• Dedicated Glacier Discovery Excursion
• Upgraded Work From Sea Wi-Fi
• Laundry service throughout the voyage
• Thermal spa passes – no kids' hours, no age restrictions, just adults
•  Priority boarding and welcome receptions with the Crew

Every Season Pass Sailor receives gear curated for a month of adventure: a Canon G7X camera, binoculars for whale-watching, a portable power bank, water bottle, backpack, limited-edition Season Pass jacket and a collectible band marking them as part of an exclusive cohort.

The 2026 departure windows and pricing are as follows:

• May 28 – June 23: $26,000
• June 23 – July 23: $38,000
• July 30 – August 27: $35,000
• August 27 – September 26: $36,000

Pricing includes Virgin Voyages' Premium Fare and service gratuities for two Sailors in a Central Sea Terrace cabin.

Travellers can also buy one Sailor and get the second 80 per cent off, plus up to $400 in free drinks when booking by Jan. 29, 2026.

Revenues rise

Virgin Voyages says its revenues for 2026 are up approximately 60 per cent versus the same time last year.

Rebooking rates also reach as high as 50 per cent on some voyages, the cruise line says.

 "People want vacations that actually restore them," said Stephen Hopkins, vice president of growth, in a statement. "A month in Alaska aboard Brilliant Lady is exactly that – adventure, beauty and adult-only exploration in one of the most spectacular places on the planet."

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