Western Caribbean Charm | Virgin Voyages (2024)

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What happens on adult only cruises? ›

Instead of limbo and pool deck activities, guests can expect more lectures and information on the history and culture of each destination visited. Viking offers onboard entertainment like destination-themed performances, expert-led lectures, and cooking classes.

4 Night Western Caribbean Cruise | Royal Caribbean Cruises. The 4 Night Western Caribbean Cruise from Tampa, Florida visits Cozumel, Mexico; Tampa, Florida.

5 Night Western Caribbean Cruise | Royal Caribbean Cruises. The 5 Night Western Caribbean Cruise from Galveston, Texas visits Puerto Costa Maya, Mexico; Cozumel, Mexico; Galveston, Texas. Explore our cruise itineraries and choose from a variety of rooms depending on your needs and budget.

Western Caribbean Cruise Itineraries

Sail from Tampa, Fort Lauderdale, or Miami to unforgettable destinations in Belize, Grand Cayman, Jamaica, Mexico, and more from November to August.

It is worth noting that this cruise line is LGBTQ+ friendly and they do have shows and activities that involve drag queens and that are risqué. If this type of stuff bothers you, I would not take this cruise. If you are open minded, fun, and like to have a good time, then this is definitely the spot for you!

Adult-only fun on vacation can include activities, entertainment, and experiences tailored for adults, such as nightclubs, adult-themed shows, and sophisticated dining.

And if you're starting and ending your cruise at different ports within the U.S. — or flying in to or out of a Caribbean country — you will need a passport. However, while many cruise lines may not require passengers to bring their passports, plenty recommend it, as does the U.S. Department of State.

When you're a guest entertainer you're treated as a guest and you have all those privileges and when you're on board for a long contract, you live in crew quarters. Crew cabins vary, but as a performer you're treated very well. I've generally had a small double cabin with my own bathroom and a porthole.

Sometimes, overnights will occur during the middle of a cruise. Other times, overnight stays are offered at a cruise's embarkation port just after you board, or at a ship's last port before you disembark the following day.

What is the cheapest time to book a cruise? Prospective cruisers can usually find "a lot of good deals at the beginning of the year" during wave season, Goldberg-Glazer said. That period typically lasts from January until March. However, the optimal time to book may depend on when you plan to sail.

What are the cheapest days to go on a cruise? ›

Beyond holiday periods such as Black Friday, Cyber Monday, and Labor Day when there may be some flash sales, January and February are particularly good times to book a cruise, as the first two months of the year are considered “wave season” in the cruising industry.

If you only have a long weekend to spare, a 3 day cruise could be your perfect match. If you're bringing the whole family, a 5 or 7 day cruise might be the best way to make sure everyone has an awesome getaway.

The Western Caribbean is also ideal for those who want to visit fewer island ports and are interested in exploring Mayan culture in Mexico and Central America. An Eastern Caribbean cruise is better for first timers and repeat cruisers who can cruise for a week or longer.

The duration of a Western Caribbean cruise is usually between four and seven nights, depending on the route.

The Caribbean Sea is a sea of the Atlantic Ocean in the tropics of the Western Hemisphere.

Solo-friendly cabins on adult only cruises are designed specifically for the independent traveler, offering plenty of space and privacy. Many cruise lines offer activities specifically designed for young adults, such as salsa dancing classes, movie nights, and music performances.

Enjoy the daytime pool activities, seminars and workshops, meet & greets, clothing optional pool and open deck areas, plus, afternoon playtime fun. And the fun continues well into the night with themed parties, dancing, entertainment and intimate activities.

Many unexpected activities on board Scarlet Lady made that easier than I had hoped. For starters, I rarely venture into cruise-ship arcades, and I associate them with kids. But on this adults-only sailing, The Social Club had vintage video games that I couldn't resist.

Most of these resorts consider the age of adulthood to be 18 years old and therefore put the restriction as such. If you are wanting to bring kids, babies, or anyone below that age into the resort you will not be able to.