14 Adult-Only Cruises Where You Can Relax Without Kids
Sometimes the best part of getting away is leaving behind the noise—literal and metaphorical. If your dream getaway includes poolside peace, cocktails without chaos, and zero chance of stepping on a rogue Lego, you’re in the right place. These adults-only and adult-focused cruises create a relaxed, grown-up space where calm is the standard and quiet cocktails beat chaos every time.
Here are the top cruises where you can relax without all the chaos.
Virgin Voyages Is All-In on Adults Only
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Everything about Virgin Voyages is designed for travelers 18 and up. There are no kid zones with swanky cabins, rooftop bars, fitness classes, and over 20 eateries. You can sip your favorite drink from your lounger with the push of a button or book a mud bath in the spa.
Viking Cruises Puts Culture First, Chaos Last
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Viking keeps it classy and quiet. With a minimum age of 18 and an itinerary lineup that leans heavily on history, food, and art, it’s a cruise for curious adults. The onboard vibe is peaceful, and the cabins look like they were designed by a Scandinavian Insta influencer. It’s basically the cruise version of a calm exhale, with zero chance of someone cannonballing into your Aperol Spritz.
P&O’s Arcadia and Aurora Skip the Family Crowds
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Onboard Arcadia and Aurora, it’s adults-only from bow to stern. You get all the classic cruise perks with none of the family fray. This is for people who want to sail through Europe or across the Atlantic without ducking Super Soakers or babysitting someone else’s tantrum. Bonus points for the occasional world cruise. Because sometimes “getting away” means really getting away.
Azamara Cruises Keep Things Grown and Sophisticated
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With no activities geared toward kids and a minimum cabin age of 21, Azamara’s cruises naturally lean toward adults. Their small ships dock in cities that most big liners can’t reach, and they often linger in port overnight. So, you can take your time exploring and return to an elegant dinner and a good glass of wine.
Scenic Eclipse Feels Like a Floating Private Club
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Scenic Eclipse is a floating private club with butlers and submarines, and a budget that could probably fund a small country. It’s all suites, all luxury, and all adults in vibe, though there’s no hard age limit.
Regent Seven Seas Keeps It Lavish, Never Loud
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Regent is the cruise line equivalent of booking the Presidential Suite—then finding out it comes with free room service, airfare, and someone to carry your shopping bags. Their ships don’t ban kids, but let’s just say they aren’t rolling out the red carpet for them either.
Silversea Brings a Slower, Softer Luxury
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Silversea doesn’t ban kids entirely, but its itineraries, service, and tone make it clear who they’re catering to. The ships are all-suite, the pace is unhurried, and even the adventure cruises are more “National Geographic” than “Finding Nemo.” Bonus: nearly one staff member for every guest.
Seabourn Blends Adventure with Adult Comforts
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If you want caviar on the beach and kayaking in the same day, Seabourn is your match. These ships balance high-end perks with a relaxed, adult tone. You can wear linen and sandals, eat Michelin-level meals, and never feel out of place. The ships are small, which helps keep the vibe calm.
Windstar Cruises Leans Casual but Classy
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Windstar ships carry fewer than 350 guests, and the difference is immediate. You feel like a traveler, not a ticket number. While they don’t have an adults-only policy, the destinations, ship size, and programming naturally draw a grown-up crowd.
Marella Explorer 2 Ditches the Kids Entirely
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This U.K.-based ship is a true adults-only experience. Everything onboard—from the spa to the restaurants to the cabana-lined sun decks—caters to passengers 18 and older. It’s all-inclusive, too, which means you won’t need to stress over extra costs or interruptions.
Saga Cruises Keeps It 50 and Up
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Saga takes it one step further: not only are there no kids, but you’ll need to be at least 50 to cruise. That means the atmosphere is calm by design. Guests can expect thoughtful service, beautifully appointed cabins with balconies, and enriching excursions.
Celebrity Cruises Carves Out Quiet Corners
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While not entirely kid-free, Celebrity’s Solarium is a haven of peace. These ships are full of grown-up spaces like the Sunset Bar and restaurants helmed by Michelin-starred chefs. Newer ships like Celebrity Ascent were built with adults in mind, even if there are families elsewhere on board.
Princess Cruises Adds Grown-Up Retreats
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If you’ve cruised with Princess before, you already know about The Sanctuary. It’s not a big, splashy thing. It’s a quiet top-deck escape made just for adults. It also has comfy loungers, spa vibes, soft music, and staff that bring you cool drinks while the rest of the ship is buzzing somewhere below. L
Carnival Has a Serenity Side, Too
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Carnival’s reputation leans loud, lively, and a little wild. But even party ships need pockets of peace. The Serenity Adult-Only Retreat is exclusive for guests 21 and up. It’s a full-on escape. There are loungers, whirlpools, ocean views, and a salad bar.
Disney Cruise Line Has Grown-Up Hideaways
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You’re skeptical, we get it. Disney isn’t exactly the first name that comes to mind when you’re thinking “quiet, adult retreat”. But here’s the thing: Disney’s actually kind of crushing it when it comes to creating adult-only pockets of peace. Each ship has adults-only areas like Quiet Cove Pool and upscale dining at Palo Steakhouse. Even private islands have beaches that are just for adults.