What can I expect on an adult only cruise?

There are plenty of exceptional amenities onboard Virgin's adult-only ships as well as some firsts: a tattoo parlor, a record store, a dry bar, a barber shop, private karaoke rooms and, on the Scarlet Lady ship we sailed on, the first poker room at sea.



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Adult only cruises are a great way to relax and have fun without the worry of children running around. On these cruises, you can expect plenty of activities tailored for adults such as live music, comedy shows, casinos, dance clubs and more.

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Cruise fares include Wi-Fi, meals from onboard restaurants, and beverages with lunch and dinner. Instead of limbo and pool deck activities, guests can expect more lectures and information on the history and culture of each destination visited.

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Documents needed for cruisers to board a ship
  • Identification. ...
  • Boarding passes. ...
  • Health information. ...
  • Visas and other destination-specific documents. ...
  • Cruise line luggage tags. ...
  • Permission to travel. ...
  • Other travel information. ...
  • Emergency contacts.


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The answer to this question varies a lot by person, their travel habits, spending preferences, length of the cruise and destination. Many people suggest $100 per day, and this has generally worked well for me in my cruising experiences.

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In addition to multiple pools and hot tubs and fully equipped fitness centers, all of these activities are included (availability varies by ship): waterslides (The Perfect Storm?, Tidal Wave?, Riptide?, The Blaster®), Ultimate Abyss? dry slide, Splashaway Bay kids aqua park, FlowRider® surf simulator, rock-climbing ...

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Read on for our list of what not to bring on a cruise.
  1. Household Appliances Like Irons and Coffeemakers. The clothes iron -- that keystone to a frump-free formal night -- is, as far as we can tell, banned industry-wide. ...
  2. Weapons and Restraints. ...
  3. Liquor or Beer. ...
  4. Books. ...
  5. Toys That Will Get You in Trouble.


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When a hotel chain has in some hotels the label “adults only” it means that these hotels belong to the category that does not admit children. The minimum age to enter this type of hotels is between 16 and 18 years old.

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Policy – Guests are allowed to take spirits, wine, and champagne onboard, though most alcohol is included in the price of the cruise. Policy – Two bottles (750ml each or smaller) of wine or champagne per cabin are allowed. No beer or spirits may be taken onboard for consumption.

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Our Cruise Experts have selected the following as their top three picks for laid back and informal cruise options:
  • Norwegian Cruise Line. For an informal and relaxed cruise holiday our Cruise Experts top recommendation would be Norwegian Cruise Line. ...
  • Princess Cruises. ...
  • Oceania.


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Cruise ship workers are not supposed to hook up with passengers, but that doesn't mean it doesn't happen. It is rare though – most crew follow the rules because they know they'll lose their job if they're caught. You won't be surprised to hear that cruise lines ban crew from having sex with passengers.

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Some of what I learned: If you're considering booking a Virgin Voyages cruise, you should definitely expect more R-rated activities, like risqué shows and drag performances, and plenty of sexy innuendoes—their scoop shop is called Lick Me Till Ice Cream.

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At night for dinner guests can go for casual or smart casual clothes at most of the restaurants. Although for specialty restaurants in cruise ships a formal dress code is suggested. The cruise line does not have any kind of formal nights but 'Norwegian's night out' can be considered as the formal night.

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T-shirts, swimsuits, robes, bare feet, tank tops, baseball caps, and pool wear are not allowed in the main restaurant or specialty restaurants at any time. In addition, shorts and flip-flops are not permitted during the evening hours.

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Jeans and baseball caps are not allowed in the restaurants for dinner. On informal nights, jackets (ties optional) for men are recommended, while women can opt for dresses or pantsuits. Tuxedos, dinner jackets or dark suits for men and gowns or cocktail dresses for women are suggested for formal nights.

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Men may wear slacks with collared dress shirts or sweaters, but jackets are optional. Women should choose dresses, pantsuits or skirts or slacks with nice tops. On formal nights, proper attire includes tuxedos, suits or slacks (jackets required) for men and evening gowns, cocktail dresses or dressy pantsuits for women.

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Can you bring lube on a cruise? If you're taking lube, then it's fine to put it in your checked bag. If you're only taking hand luggage, then make sure it's 100 milliliters/3.4 ounces or under.

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Coffee, tea, juice, and non-bottled water are included in your cruise fare. Both alcoholic and non-alcoholic packages are available on most cruise lines for an additional charge. Alternatively, beverages can be ordered and paid for separately with an average gratuity of 15-18% added to your bill.

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On most cruise ships, crew gratuities, shore excursions, spa treatments, casino play, internet and purchases in the onboard shops will all be additional costs.

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Food on Cruise Ships Free Food on Cruises: Meals are free of charge in cruise ship main dining rooms, buffets and select specialty venues such as Princess' International Cafe, Carnival's Blue Iguana Cantina and Guy's Burger Joint, Royal Caribbean's Park Cafe and Boardwalk Dog House and Norwegian's O'Sheehan's.

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Here are our picks for the top 10 things to do on sea days.
  • Hang Out By the Pools. FlowRider on Anthem of the Seas (Photo: Cruise Critic) ...
  • Work Out. The Fitness Center on MSC Seaside (Photo: Cruise Critic) ...
  • Bliss Out at the Spa. ...
  • Eat, Drink and Be Merry. ...
  • Learn Something. ...
  • Get Silly. ...
  • Be Entertained. ...
  • Go to Camp.


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