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Virgin Voyages' Scarlet Lady Docks at Souda Bay with 2,503 Passengers

Thursday, 2 July 2026/Source: CretaOne/1 min read

The Virgin Voyages luxury cruise ship Scarlet Lady arrived at the port of Souda, near Chania, on Thursday morning, carrying 2,503 passengers. Scarlet Lady is an adults-only vessel, part of Virgin Voyages' fleet known for its upscale amenities and contemporary design. Souda Bay, located just a few kilometers east of Chania's old town, is the main deep-water port serving the Chania region. Visitors arriving or departing via Souda should expect increased activity around the port and surrounding roads while the ship is docked. Passengers disembarking for the day will likely head toward Chania's Venetian harbor, the old town, and nearby beaches, so those areas may see higher than usual tourist traffic. Chania remains one of Crete's most popular destinations, offering historic architecture, local markets, and easy access to western Crete's beaches and gorges.

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