Essential Tips for Your Lifestyle Cruise:
Your Ultimate Guide
Discover the best advice from Marisel and Javier on what to pack,
how to get ready for themed nights, and insider tips
for a couples’ lifestyle cruise.
Welcome aboard! If you’re about to set sail on one of our couples’ lifestyle cruises or are thinking about joining our next swinger adventure, you probably have questions. What should I wear to dinner? How do the parties work? We, Marisel and Javier, have gathered the best insider tips from experienced travelers to help make your trip unforgettable from the very first moment.
📄 1. Travel Documents
Before you set sail, here’s a checklist of must-haves: Online Check-In and SetSail Pass: Complete your online check-in at least 72 hours before departure. Print your boarding passes and luggage tags at home to speed up boarding. Passport and Backup Copies: Always bring a valid passport and a government-issued ID. Pro tip: Take a photo of them with your phone and carry a paper copy separately. Arrive a day early: If you’re flying to the departure port, we strongly recommend arriving the night before. Flight delays happen, and the ship won’t wait!
👙 2. The Art of Packing for an Adults-Only Cruise
Knowing what to pack for an adults-only cruise is key. The golden rule: comfort by day, seduction by night. Daytime Wear (Resort Style): Bring plenty of swimsuits (bikinis and swim trunks), cover-ups, sarongs, and casual clothes. Pool areas are clothing-optional during the day, so you’re free to enjoy them your way. Dinner Attire: Main dining rooms have dress codes. We suggest cocktail or evening dresses for women, and dress pants, nice shirts, and closed-toe shoes for men. Note: Avoid jeans and hats at formal dinners. Themed Nights (Theme Nights): This is when the real fun begins! Pack lingerie, costumes (neon, schoolgirl, leather, white party), and accessories. If costumes aren’t your thing, a stylish party outfit is always welcome. Exclusive Towel Bands: Keep the ocean breeze from blowing your towels off the pool loungers with our [Adult Fun Travel Towel Bands], perfect for saving your pool chair in style and showing you’re part of our group.
💡 3. Cabin and Onboard Tips
Small details can make a big difference at sea: Ship Time vs. Local Time: Pay attention! The ship always follows “Shipboard Time.” When you go ashore, make sure your watch is set to the ship’s time so you don’t get left behind. Magnetic Hooks: Cabin walls are metal. Bring magnetic hooks to hang your lanyard with your room key, costumes, or accessories. They save a lot of space! Lanyards and Holders: You won’t use cash on the ship; your room key card (SeaPass) is your ID and payment method. A lanyard to wear it around your neck is a must, especially when you’re wearing little (or nothing). Protection and Personal Care: Pack toiletries in resealable bags (such as Ziploc bags) to prevent spills. Don’t forget sunscreen, moisturizer, and your favorite toys or lubricants for private enjoyment.
First-Timer FAQs
Do I have to attend every party or shore excursion?
Not at all! Lifestyle cruising is about respect and freedom. Your time is your own. You can dance until sunrise or relax on a lounger away from the crowd and enjoy the ocean view. You set your own pace.
What electronics can I bring?
You can bring your phone (paid Wi-Fi packages are available onboard), tablets, and hair straighteners. However, power strips with surge protectors and coffee makers are usually prohibited by cruise lines.
Will we feel left out if we’re new to the scene?
Absolutely not! When you join an Adult Fun Travel group, we help you feel included, organize daily meetups, and break the ice.