Virgin Voyages launches a true-crime-themed cruise
On Oct. 10, it will host a five-night true crime voyage with podcasters onboard from the shows "Stuff They Don't Want You to Know," "Betrayal" and "Buried Bones."
The Valiant Lady sailing will feature live podcast recordings, meet and greets and podcasting lessons.
Guests will travel round trip from Miami with stops at Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic, and Virgin's Beach Club on Bimini in the Bahamas.
Virgin Voyages has previously hosted themed cruises for holidays including Halloween, Valentine's Day, New Year's and Christmas. It has also hosted Nicky Jam, who will return in December for a sailing dubbed "Olas de Fuego," which will include a lineup of Latino and Caribbean artists.
The true crime sailing will also feature Virgin's Halloween-themed events, including a costume contest and a Halloween show.
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