Think of a cruise and there’s likely an image of lounging by the pool, kids playing in the water, eating the buffet, and visiting exotic ports of call. And truth be told, that’s what the vast majority of trips are like.
But there are entire subsets of cruises that don’t get near the amount of attention. In fact, there’s an entire niche of the industry known as themed cruises.
Here, a company charters the trip for an entire cruise and resells the cabins to passengers as part of a broader theme. Music cruises are hugely popular where the entire sailing revolves around bands and music of a specific genre (such as the 70,000 Tons of Metal Cruise). There are also cruises dedicated to just about any niche you can imagine.
That includes some themes that are more risque in normal circles, including adults-only swinger cruises, nudist cruises, gay cruises, and more.
Unlike your typical cruise you won’t see advertisements for these sailings while watching the football game on Sunday. But for those that are in the know, these trips are some of the most exciting vacations they can imagine.
Below, we cover a number of adult lifestyle cruises just to show you what’s out there.
Bliss Cruises
One of the biggest names in adult cruising, Bliss Cruise might be one of the most coy. In fact, the only real hints of adult cruising most people would notice with a visit to the website are some promo videos featuring lots of skin and a headline saying “Designed for Couples Only.”
Yet Bliss Cruise is a major player, with multiple chartered sailings each year. The next cruise is aboard Celebrity Reflection in November 2025. And in 2026 they will feature a sailing on Wonder of the Seas, one of the largest cruise ships in the world.
According to the website, passengers will “set sail with hundreds of like-minded couples on a full-ship takeover on the most luxurious ships.” And on the ship the pool areas are clothing optional, there are “multiple play areas” for cruisers, and even seminars to “allow you to explore new areas of the lifestyle.”
In fact, passengers are required to sign an “Acceptable Behavior Policy” form that covers everything from nudity around the ship to camera policies to the fact that sexual activity is only allowed in your room or in a “designated play area.”
Website: https://blisscruise.com/
Upcoming Cruises:
- November 8, 2025 (Celebrity Reflection)
- February 23, 2026 (Radiance of the Seas)
- April 26, 2026 (Celebrity Silhouette)
- November 9, 2026 (Wonder of the Seas)
Desire Cruises
If you want a sexy cruise, then just know that Desire Cruises dubs itself as “the sensual way to sail away.” And yes, like other cruises in the field, it is for couples only.
Desire has sailings around the world, including trips in the West Indies (departing Puerto Rico), the Mediterranean, and southeast Asia. Onboard, there are clothing optional areas, evening entertainment with an erotic bent, sexy theme nights, and of course, a playroom.
According to the website, “behind closed doors, the exclusive Playroom awaits—a seductive haven curated for like-minded couples where the bold, the curious dare to explore desire in sophisticated eroticism.”
What makes this brand of adult cruises unique is that it sails Oceania ships. Oceania is a smaller line focused heavily on luxury, perhaps making the experience more sophisticated than cruises on larger ships.
Website: https://desire-cruises.com/
Upcoming Cruises:
- September 27, 2025 (Oceania Marina)
- February 15, 2026 (Oceania Insignia)
- August 15, 2026 (Oceania Allura)
- November 4, 2026 (Oceania Nautica)
Temptation Grand Cruises
“Where clothing is optional but the party is non-negotiable. This is your no-rules, full-throttle, couples-only escape at sea.”
That headline on their website sums up everything you need to know about Temptation Grand Cruises. If you’re wanting adult fun and an adults-only atmosphere, these trips may be just the thing.
Onboard, you’ll find it’s clothing optional as mentioned, but there are also workshops, theme nights, contests, an included drink package, and the all-important playroom “where curiosity rules and judgment doesn’t exist.”
To be clear, Temptation says that it is not a swinger cruise. Instead it clarifies it is a “lifestyle-friendly environment created for open-minded couples, regardless of labels.”
All of the cruises sail from Miami about Norwegian Jewel or Norwegian Gem. These are smaller ships that carry about 2,500 passengers when full. The next sailing departs in November, with two cruises slated for 2026.
Website: https://www.temptationcruises.com/
Upcoming Cruises:
- November 16, 2025 (Norwegian Jewel)
- March 29, 2026 (Norwegian Pearl)
- October 20, 2026 (Norwegian Jewel)
FAQ About Adult “Lifestyle” Cruises
What if I accidentally book one of these trips by accident?
If you’re learning about these adult-friendly trips for the first time, you might be wondering what happens if you book a cruise, only to show up on boarding day and realize that you’re on a “lifestyle” trip.
Not to worry as that can’t happen. For these trips, the companies behind the cruises charter the entire ship. That means they essentially rent the ship from the cruise line to put on the specialty cruise.
The only way to book is through the company, and the cruises aren’t offered on the cruise line website.
Do these adult cruises happen on regular ships?
Yes. So one week a cruise ship might be sailing a regular itinerary and the next week be hosting an adult-themed cruise. Then after that, it’s back in service on a traditional route with traditional passengers.
Hopefully only after being thoroughly cleaned.
How old do you have to be to go on these cruises?
The companies mentioned above all have an age minimum of 21 years old. There’s no upper age limit, however.
Are single passengers allowed to sail?
You’ll need to look into the details for each cruise, but in general the cruises focus on couples. In fact, some don’t allow singles in certain areas of the ship (such as the playrooms) even if they are sailing as part of a couple.
Can I be nude on the ship?
Yes, in certain areas. Each cruise will have its own rules but usually nudity is ok in places like the pool deck. You will likely be asked to cover up if in areas around the interior of the ship such as dining rooms. As well, if in a public port then expect clothing will be required.
If you are nude, it’s considered proper etiquette to sit on a towel instead of directly on loungers or other surfaces.
Is the crew also part of the cruise?
The crewmembers on the ship will be the same crew that is on the ship’s normal sailings. They won’t be participating in the action but will have their usual tasks, just this time with a different type of sailing. They will be clothed and not joining in on the action.
