The WILD side

Bliss Cruises

Bliss Cruise is the world’s premier adults-only, couples-focused lifestyle cruise line, sailing three times a year to exotic destinations across the Caribbean. Founded by Castaways Travel, Bliss combines upscale luxury with uninhibited fun, featuring sensual theme nights, clothing-optional pool, and curated workshops for adventurous couples. Guests can even connect before sailing through the Bliss Cruise app, where you can meet other couples, sign up for exclusive classes like Tantric Sex Under the Stars, BDSM 101, and Couples Speed Dating, and plan your week of fun.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Planning your next adults-only lifestyle cruise? You’re in the right place. Our FAQ section covers everything you need to know before you sail, from required travel documents to boarding times, check-in details, and loyalty perks, you’ll find quick answers to help you prepare with confidence.

ETIQUETTE & PROCEDURES

What exactly does ‘Clothing-Optional’ mean?

If you choose to go topless or naked in the pool, you may certainly do so. Bliss guests are mature, sophisticated and non-judgmental; a “live and let live” philosophy is key to the enjoyment of a liberating vacation. There is never pressure for you, or any guest, to do anything you might find uncomfortable. Cover-ups, however, are required where food is served, interior of the ship and when the ship is in port at the pool area. All genitalia must be covered.

Is there an age restriction on the Bliss Cruise?

Yes, Bliss Cruise has a minimum age restriction of 21+ for all guests.

Can guests walk nude anywhere on the ship?

All genitalia must be covered where food is served, interior of the ship and when the ship is in port at the pool area.

Can I be naked in port?

That depends on the port. When other ships are docked nearby, guests must remain covered while on the pool deck and when walking through port areas. However, when Bliss Cruise is the only ship in port, nudity is permitted on designated pool decks and at select beaches in clothing-optional ports, such as Labadee, Haiti. Always check the daily program for specific guidelines during your sailing.

Are photographs allowed on the ship?

Yes, photographs are allowed in designated areas throughout the ship. However, privacy is paramount, please be mindful that no other guests appear in your photos without their consent. Photography is strictly prohibited in nude areas and playrooms.

Are Public Displays of Affection (PDAs) allowed in the public area?

X-rated PDAs are only allowed in the playrooms and your cabin.

Are there smoking and non-smoking areas on the ship?

Smoking is allowed in designated areas only.

What is the playroom etiquette?

Some playrooms on Bliss Cruise are couples-only, while others welcome unescorted women and men. Communication and mutual consent are essential in all areas. Bliss Cruise maintains a safe, respectful, and non-judgmental environment where comfort and boundaries are always honored. There is a zero-tolerance policy for any form of disrespect or non-consensual behavior.

Can I bring my own liquor on the ship?

There are no hard liquor, beer, or other non-alcoholic beverages allowed onboard the ship. You may bring wine or champagne on boarding day and it is limited to two, 750ml bottles per stateroom and may be subjected to a corkage fee if consumed in the restaurants.

ONBOARD INFO

How many guests are allowed to share a cabin?

Most cabins accommodate up to two guests, though select rooms allow a maximum of three. Please check with your Castaways Travel agent for availability, room options, and any additional costs associated with triple occupancy.

How many male guests are allowed per cabin?

Rooms may not be booked with two or more single males (MM or MMM). However, a single male may share a cabin with a couple (MMF). Please note that certain areas, such as playrooms, may be off-limits to single males unless entering and exiting with a female companion.

Does Bliss allow single adults?

Bliss Cruise is chartered cruise designed primarily for couples in the lifestyle, those who are curious, or just enjoy the adults only atmosphere. We understand that some relationship dynamics include throuples. Single males or females may join a couple and are welcome to sail as part of that booking.

Onboard Bliss, a “couple” is defined as one male and one female—they do not need to be married. MMF and FFM arrangements are permitted, however, two males (MM or MMM) may not share a room.

Where are the playrooms located?

Playrooms are available throughout the ship and offer different experiences in various areas. They remain closed while the ship is in port. Check your daily program guide or the Bliss Cruise app for specific locations and operating times.

What if I have a disability or special needs?

Special needs guests are always welcome onboard Bliss Cruise. We will make sure all special needs are properly taken care of to ensure a pleasant experience on their adult vacation. If you require special needs assistance, please notify our Access Department in writing by fax to 954-628-9622 or email at special_needs@rccl.com.

Is trip protection available?

Castaways strongly recommends purchasing travel insurance to protect the value of your vacation. Unforeseen events such as flight delays or cancellations, medical issues, accidents, injury, death, family emergencies, job loss, or even illness before sailing can cause you to miss or cut short your cruise. Travel protection insurance can help cover these unexpected situations.

Coverage ranges from standard cancellation and medical protection to more flexible options, including “cancel for any reason” plans. Costs vary depending on your state of residence, date of birth, and level of coverage selected.

For U.S. residents, Castaways Travel offers policies through Allianz Insurance. If you live outside the U.S., please secure coverage locally. Do not take a chance on missing your well-earned vacation—travel insurance provides peace of mind when you need it most. Ask your Castaways Travel Advisor for a quote and an explanation of available plans or send us a email request for an insurance quote, or call (281) 465-4960.

Is wi-fi available on the ship?

Yes. There are 2 options available to stay connected while on the cruise ship for an additional charge. There is Wireless Internet Access (Wi-Fi) and Internet Café/Workstations.

How do I pay for purchases on board Bliss?

The cruise ship operates on a cashless basis and all purchases are charged to your Onboard Expense account tied to your room that you set up at the time of check in.

Travel Info

What documents do I need to sail?

We highly recommend that all guests travel with a valid U.S. Passport book. Make sure your passport is valid for at least six months beyond your travel dates.

If you’re a U.S. citizen sailing on a closed-loop cruise (departing and returning to the same U.S. port), you may instead use an official government-issued Birth Certificate along with a government-issued photo ID that shows your name and date of birth. Both documents must match the name on your reservation.

Only birth certificates issued by a government agency (federal, state, county, or city) are accepted. “Birth notices” or “Certificates of Live Birth” from hospitals are not valid travel documents.

Non-U.S. citizens must have a valid passport and any required U.S. visas for entry.

Please note that no refunds will be issued to guests who fail to bring proper documentation.

Can I check in online?

Yes. To make the check-in process run more smoothly and you have all the required documents for traveling, we ask that you do so at least 72 hours before your sail time.

When can I board the ship?

You will be assigned a boarding time when you check in online. Please adhere to your boarding time and be on the ship no later than 2:30pm.

What should I do when I arrive at the port?

Make sure you complete your online check-in at least 72 hours before sailing and answer the required health questions within 24 hours of departure. When you arrive at the port, a porter will tag your luggage, and you’ll proceed to the check-in line with your SetSail Pass ready (found in the Royal Caribbean on Celebrity app respectively). The crew will verify your documents and take your photo (if not already uploaded in the app). Once that’s done, you’re all set to board and start your vacation!

Do I earn Crown & Anchor points on Bliss Cruises?

Yes. Guests sailing on Bliss Cruise charters aboard Royal Caribbean ships will receive Crown & Anchor Society points based on their cabin category.

Will I recieve my Crown & Anchor membership perks on Bliss Cruises?

While not all Royal Caribbean amenities carry over during charters, many membership perks still apply. They are the following:

Pinnacle Club Members (700+ points)

Priority embarkation and debarkation
Access to the Concierge Club (or Suite Lounge on Oasis Class ships) and Diamond Club
Access to Chops breakfast
VIP pool deck seating (Suite Sun Deck on Oasis Class ships)
6 daily drink vouchers (up to $14 each, excludes Starbucks and Bionic Bar)
Priority access to theater and ice shows (Aqua Theater events for Oasis Class)
Internet access for one device per member
Access to suite-only area on Labadee
One complimentary wash-and-fold laundry service ($34.99 value)
Regular nightly Crown & Anchor points based on cabin category

Diamond Plus Members (175–699 points)

Access to Diamond Club
5 daily drink vouchers (up to $14 each, excludes Starbucks and Bionic Bar)
Priority access to theater and ice shows (Aqua Theater events for Oasis Class)
Regular nightly Crown & Anchor points based on cabin category

Diamond Members (80–174 points)

Access to Diamond Club
4 daily drink vouchers (up to $14 each, excludes Starbucks and Bionic Bar)
Regular nightly Crown & Anchor points based on cabin category

Gold (2 points), Platinum (30 points), and Emerald (55 points) Members

Regular nightly Crown & Anchor points based on cabin category

Will I recive my Captians Club membership perks?

While not all Celebrity amenities carry over during charters, many membership perks still apply. They are the following:

Zenith Members

Premium Drink Package
Complimentary Internet (one device)
One bag of laundry per person
Regular nightly Captain’s Club points based on cabin category

Elite Plus Members

3 complimentary drinks per day between 5 PM and 7 PM from the complimentary drink menu (all bars except Martini Bar)
240 complimentary Internet minutes
Regular nightly Captain’s Club points based on cabin category

Elite Members

2 complimentary drinks per day between 5 PM and 7 PM from the complimentary drink menu (all bars except Martini Bar)
Regular nightly Captain’s Club points based on cabin category

All Other Members

Regular nightly Captain’s Club points based on cabin category

What perks do i receive if I book a Suite?

The following is valid for our charters on Celebrity ships.

For Royal Suite and higher
- Priority embarkation and debarkation
- Access the Retreat Sundeck
- Access to Michael’s Club/Retreat Lounge
- Access to Luminae Restaurant for lunch and dinner & Blu for breakfast
- One liquor bottle per room (Standard bottle is Vodka)
- One Internet package per person (Premier package)
- One bag of laundry or dry cleaning per person, complimentary pressing.
- Mini bar in room for mix, water, and beer
For Celebrity Suites and higher
- Priority embarkation and debarkation
- Access the Retreat Sundeck
- Access to Michael’s Club/Retreat Lounge
- Access to Luminae Restaurant for lunch and dinner & Blu for breakfast
For Aqua Sky Suite (Equinox only)
- Priority embarkation and debarkation
- Access the Retreat Sundeck
- Access to Michael’s Club/Retreat Lounge
- Access to Luminae Restaurant for lunch and dinner & Blu for breakfast, lunch and dinner
- Access to all Aqua Class amenities
For Sky Suite
- Priority embarkation and debarkation
- Access the Retreat Sundeck
- Does NOT receive access to Michael’s Club/Retreat Lounge
- Access to Luminae Restaurant for lunch and dinner & Blu for breakfast
For all Aqua Class and Concierge Class Staterooms
- All will be the same as regular sailing

The following is valid for our charters on Royal Caribbean ships.

For Grand Suite and higher
- Priority Embarkation and Debarkation
- Access to Concierge Club
- Access to Suites Lounge
- Access to Chops breakfast
- VIP Pool Deck Seating
- Priority Access to Theater & Ice Shows
- Access to Suite Only area on Labadee
For Junior Suites
- Priority Embarkation
- Does NOT receive access to Suites Lounge

The following is valid for our charters on Royal Caribbean Oasis Class ships.

For Star Class: Royal Loft Suite (RL), Ultimate Family Suite (US), Villa Suite (VS), Star Loft Suite (TL), Spacious Aqua Theater Suite with Lg Balcony 2-Bedroom (A1), Aqua Theater Suite with Lg Balcony 2-Bedroom (A2)
- Expedited Boarding and Departure (Genie assist)
- Priority Embarkation and Debarkation
- Access to Suite Lounge
- Access to Costal Kitchen
- Royal Genie
- Access to Suite Sun Deck
- Internet – one device per member
- Priority Access to Theater, Ice Shows, and Aqua Theater Events
- Access to Suite Only area on Labadee
- One complementary ($34.99) wash and fold laundry
- Priority Dining Reservation
For Sky Class: Spacious Aqua Theater Suite with Lg Balcony 1-Bedroom (A3), Crown Loft Suite (L1), Owners Suite (OS), Grand Suite (GS), Grand Suite 2-Bedroom (GT)
- Priority Embarkation and Debarkation
- Access to Suite Lounge
- Access to Costal Kitchen
- Access to Suite Sun Deck
- Priority Access to Theater, Ice Shows, and Aqua Theater Events
- Access to Suite Only area on Labadee
- Priority Dining Reservation
For Sea Class: Junior Suite (J3 and J4)
- Priority Embarkation
- Does NOT receive access to Suite Lounge

What to pack?

As a Lifestyle-friendly, clothing-optional cruise you will still need some clothes to enjoy certain areas of the ship such as the promenade, restaurants, and gym. Here is a list of travel essentials:

1. Travel Essentials

Passport? Maybe. Copy? Definitely. Since it’s a closed loop cruise, you don’t technically need a passport as a U.S. citizen, but always bring at least a copy of your birth certificate or passport just in case you’re the one who gets left behind at port. Backup plan, folks!

2. Cabin Organization

Magnetic Hooks & Stick-On Magnets: Since cabins are metal, these are great for for hanging towels & bags plus they’re perfect for door decorations

Surge Protector (extra outlets): Avoid taking ones with an ON/OFF switch, the cruise line will confiscate it (they’ll give it back at the end)

Toiletries Essentials: If your particular about products (ladies) Don’t forget shampoo, conditioner, toothpaste, etc

3. Clothes & Accessories

Robes: Perfect for those late-night strolls or quick trips to the playroom

Flirty Outfits/Costumes – For themed parties, because Effort Is Sexy!

Swimsuits: You will need these when we are in port—pack one in your carry-on so you’re ready for that first drink by the pool as soon as you board

Extra Sunglasses & Hats: Because the sun will be shining… and so will you!

Condoms: Pack extra—Latex and non-latex, all sizes

4. Tech Stuff

Chargers: Don’t forget chargers for your phone, toys, and battery backups

Portable Speaker: For in-room jams

Download Music Playlists: You’ll need tunes in the room for those late-night games of naked twister . Streaming is an option, but the Wi-Fi can be iffy, so have everything downloaded!

5. Health & Safety

Sunscreen & After-Sun Care: Ships have it, but pack your own to save some cash

Motion Sickness Prevention: If you’ve never cruised or get seasick, talk to your doctor about meds like Promethazine or Transderm Scop (adhesive patches). For over-the-counter options, try Dramamine, Meclizine, or Sea-Bands. If sea sickness hits, the onboard doctor can help for a small fee

Clorox Wipes: We wipe down our rooms as soon as we get in (thanks, norovirus from a vanilla cruise!). Seriously, better safe than sorry!

Medications: Bring enough meds for extra days, just in case you get delayed or something unexpected happens. Don’t forget your hangover prevention aid (Zofran, Tylenol, ect.)

6. Other Fun Must-Haves

Slut Cards: AKA couples cards. You’re going to want these to introduce yourself and make lasting connections. Don’t leave home without them!

Body/Butt Wipes: A lifesaver for quick freshen-ups, but don’t flush them!

Chair Clips: Keep your poolside towel in place and double these up for your cabin curtains during naps

Yeti/Stanley/Koozies: For your drinks that need to stay cold all day long

What should I NOT pack?

For the safety of all guests and crew, certain items are strictly prohibited onboard. Any restricted items found during embarkation will be confiscated and not returned.

Prohibited items include (but are not limited to):

Illegal drugs or controlled substances
Alcoholic beverages (except two bottles of wine per stateroom on embarkation day, subject to corkage fees)
Flammable or hazardous materials such as candles, incense, hot plates, travel steamers, clothing irons, and coffee makers
- Exception: Curling irons and hair straighteners are allowed
- Note: Matches and standard lighters are permitted, but torch lighters or novelty lighters shaped like weapons are not
Electrical extension cords
Firearms, ammunition, or realistic replicas
Sharp objects such as knives or large scissors (blades under 4 inches and personal grooming items like razors are allowed)
Self-defense items including handcuffs, pepper spray, or night sticks

If you purchase alcohol in port or from onboard shops, it will be securely stored and delivered to your stateroom on the final day of your cruise.

For a complete list of restricted items, please refer to your cruise line’s official policy before sailing.