Caribbean Adult Cruises

What to Expect from Caribbean Adult Cruises

As you vacation to the Caribbean, expect great things from your cruise. On those ships tailored to the adult theme, you will find numerous activities to enjoy.

• Enjoy casinos and gambling rooms on board
• Adult entertainment like musicals, comedy, romantic shows, and theatrical performances
• Bars, recreation rooms, spas and saunas, pools designed for adults
• Adult beverages and more "grown up" meals, fine dining included
• Fewer cartoon-like characters and children's activities
• Excursions that are adult friendly, such as historical and exotic locations
• Less pitter-patter of children

You don't have to book an adult only cruise; you can book a standard cruise offering the amenities you enjoy. This will open up more options for you in places to go and see in the Caribbean. There are few cruise lines offering ships solely for adults, but many ships offer special accommodations for adults on some decks.

Good choices are luxury cruises. Luxury cruises offer fine dining, more amenities and entertainment and plush rooms. Since the prices on luxury cruises are higher, fewer families book these cruises. Most cruise lines do offer luxury accommodations on some of their finer ships.

Where in the Caribbean to Visit

Caribbean adult cruises are available year round from various cruise companies. Each offers a different itinerary and your options are limitless. Here are a few Caribbean getaways better suited for adults.

A Caribbean paradise.

• Outdoor Sports From scuba diving to horseback riding and golf, most of the Caribbean Islands are designed for outdoor play more suitable for adults than children.
• Historical Finds In Aruba, for example, visit The Antilla shipwreck or Fort Zoutman. Bushiribana Gold Mills Ruins is another historic site to visit.
• Entertainment Casinos in the Caribbean are a popular retreat, as are comedy shows and late night dancing.
• Romance If you come to the Caribbean, you'll need to have at least one meal on the beach, enjoy the sunrise, or sunset, and take a sailboat ride together.

Some Caribbean Islands are better suited for adults.

• Jamaica
• St. Lucia
• Antigua
• Dominican Republic

Caribbean Resorts for Adults

A Caribbean cruise often entails staying at a fabulous resort. On most of the islands, you'll find adult only resorts. There are more of these available each year. Some offer restrictions including couples only, singles only, or even clothing optional resorts. Be specific in what you're looking for and look into the details of the resort prior to booking the trip. Resorts offer many amenities catered to the adult.

Have fun on the beach.

Booking a Caribbean cruise that's all inclusive will allow you to enjoy many of these amenities at a lower cost. The cruise, resort stay and meals are included in one price.

In the Caribbean, well known adult resorts (with or without age restrictions) include the following.

• El Dorado
• Super Clubs Grand Lido
• Villa Premiere
• Sandals
• Rendezvous
• Breezes

Tips For Caribbean Cruises

Booking Caribbean adult cruises doesn't have to be complicated. There are many fantastic cruise lines offering luxury and standard cruises with plenty of amenities to choose from both on and off the ship. One of the most important considerations you should have is yours and your partner's tastes. Choose a cruise ship and destination in the Caribbean with things to do you enjoy. Above all else, this will make the trip memorable.

Ready to set sail?

Booking your Caribbean trip online is simple to do. You can use a travel broker or go directly to the cruise line. Compare prices of both of these options to find the most affordable cruise, giving the most for your dollar. Sometimes the best way to get a deal is to wait until the last minute, but if you do, you may find no available cabins to rent on the ship of your choice.

How can you find a great Caribbean cruise for you? One of the best routes to take is simple to talk to others who've done it before. Visit online forums and ask questions. Talk to friends and family members, asking what their experiences have been. Another great place to gather information is right from your travel agent. Find out what's made their cruises fantastic, especially the adult or "grown up" cruises they've taken.

Finding affordable cruises is easy to do with the number of online travel brokers available today. Companies like Travelocity.com, Priceline.com or CheapTickets.com. Each offers discount cruise booking options, sometimes including last minute deals.

Top Caribbean Cruise Lines

Finding the best Caribbean cruise isn't hard to do with several fantastic companies to choose from.

A Caribbean adult cruise vacation can be both relaxing and exciting, as well as anything else you want it to be.