Sail into Serenity
If you’d rather not have your vacation interrupted by little ones (or want some peace and quiet of your own!), adults-only cruises are a great option. Offering tickets only for guests 18 and over, these cruises 2024 adults only allow you to see multiple destinations in one trip from the comfort of luxury accommodation.
If you’re considering booking an adults-only cruise for 2024, here are some of the best cruise departures currently on the market.
Premier Adult-Friendly Cruises of 2024
Viking Ocean Cruises
Viking offers luxury cruises only for those aged 18 and over with destinations all over the globe. From the Mediterranean coast to Australia and New Zealand, you can tick off bucket list destinations with the help of Viking’s adult-only cruises. The adult cruise line is especially suitable for adults looking to get off the beaten track since many Viking cruises take off from little-known ports such as the Scottish Shetland Islands.
The ships are slightly smaller and more intimate than those offered by other cruise companies, making them perfect for those seeking a more personalized experience. The smaller size also allows Viking to dock at smaller ports. Try its exclusive new ship Viking Jupiter, which holds less than 1000 guests.
Virgin Voyages
You might not realize, but travel giant Virgin does more than just flights. In fact, Virgin Voyages offers a fleet of adults-only cruises that you can book this year. Setting sail to Europe, the Caribbean, the South Pacific, Transatlantic and more, with a whopping 19 new destinations, Virgin Voyages could be the key to you ticking destinations off your must-visit list.
The award-winning cruise line offers fair and flexible fares, letting you make changes any time you want without penalty. From haute cuisine to on-site fitness and spa facilities, you’ll have everything you need on a Virgin Voyages ship.
Saga Cruises
Perfect for older adults, Saga offers cruises that are only for the over 50s, including river cruises and cruises that set sail across the ocean. Saga aims to make your cruising experience as luxurious as possible, whether it’s through all-inclusive cocktails or exploring destinations with expertly guided excursions.
Destinations with Saga Cruises include the Northern Lights, the Mediterranean, Greek islands and the West African coast.
P&O Cruises
While P&O doesn’t offer exclusively adults-only ships, Arcadia and Aurora are both ships exclusively for over 18s. The mid-sized Aurora offers a range of cruises to destinations including Scandinavia and the Canary Islands, while the larger Arcadia travels worldwide.
P&O has been in the cruise game for a long time, so on board these ships you can expect excellent amenities as well as top-notch service from the staff. Food and drink are second to none, and the cruise line offers a good range of excursions when you reach your destinations.
Adult-Focused Cruises
While there are only a few cruise lines and ships that are adult-only, many cruises are adult-focused. This means they accept people younger than 18, but because of the amenities that are (and aren’t) offered, the guests tend to be older.
Regent Seven Seas Cruises
Self-proclaimed as the ‘world’s most luxurious cruise line’, Regent Seven Seas cruises are adult-focused, offering everything you need for a vacation that offers peace and quiet as well as high-end amenities.
With cruises exploring almost every part of the globe from Australia to Japan, you can fulfill your dream of seeing multiple destinations in one trip on a cruise by Regent Seven Seas. Once on board, you can expect friendly and professional service from staff members as well as top-notch cuisine. Most of Regent’s cruises are all-inclusive, too, so if you’re looking for your food and drink included, this could be the cruise line for you.
Seabourn Cruise Line
Ideal for travelers who love luxury, these intimate ships almost feel more like a private yacht. Set sail to destinations such as the Mediterranean, Northern Europe and Alaska; these cruises are tailored to adults even though they’re not adults only.
With ships masterfully designed by hospitality experts, you’ll feel like you’re in paradise whether you’re on board the cruise ship or lazing on the beach at one of your destinations. Most ocean-front suites even offer a Veranda, so you can enjoy uninterrupted views of the ocean and beyond.
Exclusive Seafaring
Finding the right adults-only cruise for your needs can be the key to unlocking the vacation of your dreams. Companies like Global Journeys can help you find the best one for your needs, whether you’re looking for a super-ship that sails the Caribbean or a more intimate ship to take that trip of a lifetime to Europe.
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