The sailing
Itinerary
- Day 1Depart 5:00 PMMiami, FloridaSaturday, June 26, 2027
- Day 2All dayAt seaSunday, June 27, 2027
- Day 310:00 AM – 6:00 PMPuerto Plata, Dominican RepublicMonday, June 28, 2027
- Day 4All dayAt seaTuesday, June 29, 2027
- Day 59:00 AM – 6:00 PMThe Beach Club at Bimini, BahamasWednesday, June 30, 2027
- Day 6Arrive 6:30 AMMiami, FloridaThursday, July 1, 2027
What we're doing
Events & experiences
Day Before We Sail: Miami
A food tour through three Miami neighborhoods the day before we board.
- Wynwood: street art and bold flavors
- Little Havana: Cuban culture and cafecitos
- Historic Overtown: rich history and real stories
Welcome Aboard Private Meet & Greet
Kick off the cruise with your fellow travelers. Giveaways, raffle prizes, and VIP wristband pickup. Your wristband gets you priority, up-front seating at both private events.
Exclusive to Fabulous 50+ Travel bookingsLocation & time TBDThe Aunties & Unc's R&B Party
Our private R&B event at sea, hosted by Tom Swoope.
Private eventLocation & time TBDDominican Fiesta excursion
A cultural day in Puerto Plata, around $85 per person.
- Puerto Plata city tour, including Plaza Independencia
- Macorix Rum Factory tour and tasting
- Welcome drinks and merengue dancing
- Traditional sancocho lunch with local beverages
Hip Hop and R&B Bingo with Tom Swoope
The show behind 300+ sellouts, live at sea. Bingo, singalongs, stories, and prizes.
Private eventLocation & time TBDBimini Beach Day
A full day at Virgin Voyages' Beach Club at Bimini: turquoise water, lagoon-style pools, white sand, loungers, and a live DJ.
Included for Virgin Voyages sailorsFood, Wi-Fi & transportation includedScarlet Night
Virgin's shipwide red party with live music, DJs, pop-ups, and performances across Decks 6 and 7, finishing on the pool deck on Deck 15, weather permitting. This is the big group photo night.
Dress code: everybody wears redPrivate event tickets
Ticket prices
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Cabins & perks
What's left & why book with us
Cabin availability
- Triple occupancy interior
- Quad occupancy sea view
- Quad occupancy interior
Booking with Fabulous 50+
- Private Welcome Aboard Meet & Greet on June 26, with giveaways and raffle prizes
- VIP wristband for up-front seating at both private events
- Up to $70 in savings on private event tickets
- Balcony sailors: 10% off double and single balcony cabins
- Suite sailors: early boarding, and dinner reservations open 120 days out instead of 45
- Monthly payment options toward your balance
- Personal travel support before and during the cruise
Ready?
How to book
Book directly
Book online and opt in to work with Deborah Lawson as your travel advisor. That links you to our group so she can request your 10% balcony discount and help lock in a midship cabin. She'll confirm within 12 hours.
Your cabin is held free for 24 hours while you pay the deposit. Unpaid cabins go back into inventory.
Book at virg.in/47XpFSYGroup of 5+ or same-deck cabins?
Contact Deborah to register your group. Mention your group's name and she'll coordinate your cabin requests together.
Email DeborahAlready booked? Transfer in
Call Virgin Voyages Sailor Services at (800) 430-5308 and ask to make Deborah Lawson the First Mate on your reservation.
Making payments
Pay through Virgin Voyages: create your account at virginvoyages.com with your booking number and pay online. Deborah gets notified.
Or use a monthly plan: suggested amounts can be adjusted or skipped, as long as you're paid in full by the final payment deadline.
Payments are not automatic. Nothing is charged until you complete the secure payment authorization.
Questions
Sailor Q&A
What ship are we sailing on?
Virgin Voyages' Valiant Lady.
When do we leave and return?
We depart Miami on Saturday, June 26, 2027 and return to Miami on Thursday, July 1, 2027.
Is it adults only?
Yes. Virgin Voyages is adults only, 18 and older.
Should I fly in the same day?
We strongly recommend arriving in Miami at least one day early. That's also the day of the Miami food tour.
What cabin types are there?
Interior, Sea View, Balcony/Sea Terrace, and Rockstar Suites, depending on availability when you book. Right now, midship balcony cabins on Decks 10–13 are still open.
Why a midship cabin?
It's a convenient location and you may feel less ship movement than in cabins farther forward or aft.
Can three people share a cabin?
Certain categories fit three sailors, subject to availability. Ask Fabulous 50+ Travel for current options and rates.
Can I book a cabin by myself?
Yes. Single occupancy is available at a different rate than the per-person double rate.
Can my roommate and I pay separately?
Yes. Roommates can make separate payments toward the same cabin.
Is food included?
Yes. Virgin Voyages includes a wide variety of dining in your fare, and most specialty restaurants are included too. There's no traditional main dining room. Dining reservation windows depend on your booking and cabin.
Are drinks included?
Alcohol is generally not included, but you can pre-purchase bar credit or buy drinks onboard. Essential non-alcoholic drinks like water, juices, sodas, teas, and drip coffee are included. Not everyone in a cabin has to buy the same drink package.
Is Wi-Fi included?
Yes, a Wi-Fi option is included. Upgraded internet may be available.
What else is included?
The fitness center, many group fitness classes, pools, and onboard entertainment. The full entertainment schedule comes closer to sailing.
Is there an app?
Yes. Download the Virgin Voyages Sailor App for check-in, dining reservations, excursions (Shore Things), and Sailor Services. Group chat details for our travelers will be shared before sailing.
Can I make payments over time?
Yes, as long as your balance is paid by the final payment deadline.
Should I get travel insurance?
It's strongly recommended. Coverage depends on the policy you buy.
Can I buy excursions and extras myself?
Yes. Shore Things, bar tabs, spa services, and other extras can be purchased through your Virgin Voyages account or the Sailor App.
How will I get updates?
Travelers who book through Fabulous 50+ Travel get updates on private events, the meet & greet, excursions, and payments.
Are there referral incentives?
Yes. Sailors may be eligible when they refer friends or family who book qualifying cabins with Fabulous 50+ Travel, and fellow travel agents can earn special booking incentives. Contact Deborah Lawson for details and eligibility.
Your travel agent
Talk to Deborah
Deborah Lawson Johnson of Fabulous 50+ Travel is the official travel agent for The Aunties & Unc's R&B Cruise. She handles reservations, cabins, deposits, payment plans, and travel documents.