Have a graduation, birthday, or other life event you're planning on celebrating? Do you just want to kick off the summer travel a little early?
Consider joining me on Virgin Voyages’ first ship, Scarlet Lady, for their Greek Island Glow cruise in May 2027!
Right now, we're wanting to see who's interested. Please fill out the Interest Form if you're considering going on the trip.
Who? What? When? Where?
Overthinker Guide Travel founder and travel advisor, Courtney - a Gold Tier First Mate!
Anyone adult (18+) who wants to see Greece and travel in style, the Virgin way!
A passport is required.
This cruise line does not allow any passengers under the age of 18.
The cruise is May 23, 2027-May 30th, 2027. However, because the cruise is leaving from Athens, Greece, we will kick things off early with a couple days in Athens (leaving the States on May 20th, 2027).
Leaving out of Athens, Greece, this 7-night voyage is going to Santorini, Greece; Rhodes, Greece; Bodrum, Turkey; Mykonos, Greece (with an overnight stay); and back to Athens!
Please note that Santorini and Mykonos are both tender ports (meaning you'd have to get on a smaller vessel to be taken from the ship to the shore).
Want see more of the day-to-day of the trip or the ship? Check out the itinerary (pre- and post cruise plans subject to change).
Virgin Voyages is an adults only cruise line. That means all the kids under 18 would not be able to join this cruise.
Virgin Voyages includes all eateries, gratuities, basic Wi-Fi, fitness classes, and essential drinks like soda, still or sparkling water, non-fresh pressed juice, milk, and basic coffee and tea.
Some reasons Virgin Voyages was our pick for this group cruise:
- All of the inclusions mentioned above.
- Korean BBQ at sea for a more communal dining experience.
- Individual karaoke rooms for you to sing your heart.
- Tattoo shop at sea (you read that right) for a one-of-a-kind experience.
- Record store onboard for the record collectors out there.
And last but certainly not least…
- ADULTS ONLY!
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Where are you resting when you're not out and about on the ship or in port?
Virgin Voyages has ADA compliant cabins as well!
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Please note: If you get a Lock-It-In Rate cabin for any category type 1) it's non-refundable, meaning if you need to cancel, you will not get a refund or future voyage credit to apply to a different cruise 2) you will not get a room assigned until potentially the day of the sailing (and that's if they don't oversell the cabins), this also mean that neither you or I are able to choose where your cabin is located or make changes.
Read more about Lock-it n Rates on Virgin Voyages, Terms & Conditions page.
Base Rate is also non-refundable and doesn't allow changes but you are able to choose your cabin.
Starting at $3,780 (Double Occupancy, Essential Rate)
Price as of October 2025, includes gratuity
Cozy, enclosed, interior cabin for those who don't mind heading out of their cabin for the ocean view. From Solo Insider if you're vibing on your own, to a Social Insider where you bunk with up to three other friends, you have options!
Starting at $4,340 (Double Occupancy, Essential Rate)
Price as of October 2025, includes gratuity
Stylish cabin for those who want the ocean view without the breeze. There are Solo Sea View cabins offered as well for someone who wants their own space.
Starting at $4,900 (Double Occupancy, Essential Rate)
Price as of October 2025, includes gratuity
The most popular cabin type (and the featured cabin for this cruise), the sea terrace let's you have the ocean views with ocean breeze and in the privacy of your own balcony. No need to claim chair on the other decks for a view when you already have it!
Starting at $9,450 (Double Occupancy)
Want to be treated like a rockstar while on vacation? These suites have the perks of their own hang out area, Rockstar Agent Service, in-room bar, and early booking and priority boarding access.
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Please note: RockStar Quarters beds cannot be separated. There is also a "peak-a-boo" window of sorts between the bedroom area and the shower. Perfect for couples who want to feel luxurious.
Starting at $13,510 (Double Occupany)
Want to have the creme de la creme experience? Staying in a Mega RockStar suite is the cabin for you! You all the perks from the RockStar suites plus a complimentary daily bar tab, daily spa access, complimentary transfer to and from the ship if the pick up is within a 50 mile radius, and premium wi-fi.
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Please note: Mega RockStar Quarters beds cannot be separated. There is also a "peak-a-boo" window of sorts between the bedroom area and the shower. Perfect for couples who want to feel luxurious.
This is the type of cabin that is eligible for a 10% discount.
Starting from $4,900 (Double Occupancy, Essential Rate)
Price is as of October 2025 includes gratuity
With a standard Sea Terrace or Central Sea Terrace, all cabins in this category come with hammock, smart tablet to control setting in the room like the TV, lights, even the temperature.
You can also request to separate the beds, taking it to two twin beds.
Some items are optional.
Protect your purchase! It's highly recommended to get travel protection where it's through the cruise line or a third party.
Remember to think of the cost of your flight to get to Athens.
Tip: Book your returning flight to leave after 12PM or 1PM to give yourself time to get from the cruise terminal to the airport if you're planning to leave the same day as disembarkation.
We're starting the vacation a little early! We plan on arriving in Athens a couple of days before the cruise to spend some time sightseeing so of course this will require a hotel stay.
Hotel is TBD
Recommendation by Virgin Voyages: Perianth Hotel.
Want to have some drinks other than water, soda, and juices? You can pre-purchase a bar tab! Find out more here.
Virgin Voyages has a plethora of included activities like the arcade, fitness classes, karaoke, and nightly entertainment but there are some things that have a cost like:
- The thermal spa - has massages and facial appointments
- The hair and nail salon and the barbershop
- Tattoo shop
- Onboard shopping
Another thing to keep in mind: If you loved your time on Virgin Voyages and know for sure you want to go on another one, you can purchase up to 4 placeholders (AKA My Next Virgin Voyage) for $150 each. Each place holder is for one cabin and you'll have up to two years from the date of purchase to choose and sail on your voyage! Perfect if you want to travel with family or friends on your next cruise.
Virgin Voyages has a partnership with Flex Pay or you can make payments in a savings account (or directly) and pay in full on the final due date. See this table as an example based on a Sea Terrace (balcony cabin) at the Essential Rate with gratuities included as of 10/12/2025.
July 2026
Flights to Athens should be available to book
January 15th, 2027
Full Cruise Payment Due
*If wanting to add Travel Protection with Virgin, add it BEFORE final payment is submitted. It cannot be added afterwards*
January 23rd, 2027
Hotel/Transfer Payment Due (if wanting to do a pre-cruise stay with the group)
Shore Excursions and Spa Appointments are available to book
Group Excursion Poll Opens
Suite Guests can book dinning reservations
April 8th, 2027
Restaurant Reservations Open for Essential Rate cabins
(For Premium Rate cabins, reservations open March 24th, 2027)