It is not exactly a secret that Traveling alone can turn on peopleBut what happens when you go on a week -long holiday specifically devoted to exploring your wildest fantasies? That was exactly what I did when I went on a trip with Request cruises -A adult only, swinger-friendly couples crosses.
For those who may not be acquainted, swinging, also called to be in “The Lifestyle”, is a relationship dynamics that involves participating in sexual activities with another couple and/or single people. As you can imagine, Non-monogamous relationship styles regarded as taboo in mainstream environments, so cruises like this one offers a holiday where swingers can Have fun without shame.
I first heard about the concept of Swingers Cruises about seven years ago when I came across a thread on Reddit. For starters, I had mixed thoughts about it considering that I was in a monogamous relationship at that time. But I was fascinated.
Cut to 2024: I’m single, no longer monogamous, and Swingers Cruise was still on my mind. While I don’t have a boyfriend, I have a “workman” from Berlin, Jason, who is down for something. (I call him my workkeeper because we both have careers in human sexuality, except that he is in the porn industry and I am in sex therapy). Earlier this year, I raised the idea of participating in Desire’s Greece and Turkey cruise, and it didn’t require him to be on board. (No wording intended.)
About the wish cruise
- It is a cruise exclusively for couples who seek sensual experiences in a clothing option and secluded environment.
- Every night there are cabaret shows, provocative theme parties in the ship’s nightclub and a designated time for couples to get Frisky inside the discreet private playrooms, if they want.
- Couples can participate in professional workshops to learn about specific ways to spice up their relationships.
- The cruise usually starts travel throughout the Mediterranean, but they will also be in the Caribbean and some parts of Asia start in 2026.
My first impressions on a swingers cruise
As soon as Jason and I arrived at the port of Athens, the first stop of the cruise, we could feel the expectation from the colleagues checked into their room.
The typical age range for desire is 35 to 50, but there were still a handful of people in the 20th century, closer to my age. In addition, English is the primary language spoken on the cruise, but Spanish is a close second, so you are lucky if you are bilingual.
I immediately noticed that people were already hugging each other and said, “Welcome back!” And “It’s great to see you again!” It was clear that the majority of the couples on the cruise were repeated participants. I thought it was comforting as someone who needs to feel a strong emotional connection before I develop a physical attraction to someone, and who usually only happens after I have bound with them at least on some occasions.
From the first day, the cruise’s energy felt like an X-ranked summer camp, and the fun continued from there.
What I liked most with my experience on a swingers cruise
Without a doubt, the nightly entertainment – whether it took place in the entertainment theater, nightclub or human bedroom – was the main highlight of the cruise. After passengers had time to explore the designated city that we arrived for the day, tonight’s Shenanigans would start with a specific theme. Some of themes included “Neon Glow”, “Greek gods and goddesses”, and, my favorite, “Lingerie Masquerade.”
Tonight’s festivities always started with a cabaret show with Poldans, vocals, “Magic Mike” type performances or group dance. This would help break the ice and have travelers excited for the rest of the night.
If you are wondering where the night’s steamest action happened, it was mainly on the ship’s fifth floor in the “playroom”. The playroom was a ballroom filled with mattresses, silk drapes, curtains, erotic portraits and weak lighting. There was a wide range of activities there: Sometimes I saw an eight -person orgy in the corner, and other times I would see one Dominant practicing shibari on his submissive. It was People who include role -playing play By getting into character and continuing the costumes they carried during the Cabaret show. Only some people went into the playroom to watchAnd it was ok too!
However, things did not stop in the playroom. During the later hours at night, I would go down into the corridor to my room and suddenly hear complaining, spanking and sometimes screaming (of course the good battle) from several rooms.
Which swingers cruise taught me about sex and relationships
I used to assume that the main point with Swingers Cruises was that couples would have wild sex with randoms for a week and then go back to ordinary life. That may be the case for some, but I noticed that most of the swingers cruise developed really meaningful connections.
Ironically, some of the sexiest moments, in my opinion, happened when everyone really ties. My heart was full during these moments, like when Jason found other people who spoke German, and I had the opportunity to practice my language skills with them. I felt so happy during nights when me and my new friends would order 2:00 am room service and spend time talking about the circumstances that led us all to the cruise.
The cruise also opened my eyes to the different Put pairs navigate boundaries – How they determine these boundaries between themselves and with others. I initially wondered what could happen if a person in a couple suddenly feels jealous, or what happens when people are not interested in joining others? Will it be difficult when they say no?
Let’s be real: jealousy and difficulty are emotions that can exist in all circumstances and there were times that I felt territorial over my date for the trip – and he is not even my boyfriend! I can only imagine how other couples may have known. But in these situations, it is best to process where these feelings come from and identify if you feel a certain way due to uncertainty, an unfulfilled need or another reason to be discussed with your partner.
Speaking of potentially uncomfortable conversations. . . Yes, there were times when it felt a little difficult to reject someone’s progress, but not enough where it ever became a question. In these situations you just laugh off, go ahead and continue friendly.
All in all, I recommend desire as an ideal swingers cruise for both non-monogamous couples and open-minded monogamous couples who want a holiday in an erotic environment. You can leave with a newly founded understanding of non-monogamy or your own sexual preferences. At least you have some spicy stories.
Tatyannah King is a Philadelphia-based freelance writer with five years of editorial experience that covers topics related to sex, relationships, mental health, culture and travel. Tatyannah is also a sex educator, future sex therapist and international speaker.
