Sir Richard Branson Launches Virgin's First Cruise Ship

Sir Richard Branson has unveiled his first-ever Virgin Voyages cruise ship today in Dover.

The luxury 17-deck ship - Scarlet Lady - is the first of four Virgin Voyages ships that will come into service each year for the next four years. 

Newly-released photographs reveal some of the vessel's standout features, including marble-clad bathrooms, spacious suites, grand spiral staircases, elegant cocktail bars and an outdoor running track.