{"id":2846,"date":"2023-09-08T04:48:32","date_gmt":"2023-09-08T04:48:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.cruisebooking.com\/news\/?p=2846"},"modified":"2023-09-22T10:01:10","modified_gmt":"2023-09-22T10:01:10","slug":"virgins-brilliant-lady-will-be-delayed","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.cruisebooking.com\/news\/virgin-voyages\/virgins-brilliant-lady-will-be-delayed","title":{"rendered":"Virgin\u2019s Brilliant Lady Will Be Delayed"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>There will be a delay in the introduction of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cruisebooking.com\/cruise-lines\/virgin-voyages\">Virgin Voyages<\/a>&#8216; fourth ship, the Brilliant Lady.<\/p>\n<p>A statement released by Brilliant Lady says that it has faced unexpected construction, supply chain, and staffing challenges.<\/p>\n<p>Virgin Voyages wants to ensure its Sailors receive the quality they&#8217;ve come to expect when the ship launches.<\/p>\n<p>The company said that it will determine the ship&#8217;s launch date soon, which was originally scheduled for later this year.<\/p>\n<p>After a new date is announced, guests who had their bookings canceled will receive generous offers, exclusive rebooking perks, and on-board credits.<\/p>\n<p>Despite our brand&#8217;s success, even the strongest businesses face unforeseen hurdles every now and then, said Michelle Bentubo, Senior Vice President of Service Excellence and Travel Operations.<\/p>\n<p>Sailors and First Mates on Brilliant Lady will have to wait a little longer for her launch, but we know they will love the new itineraries. 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