A new ‘sex-progressive’ cruise is about to set sail and tickets are only £293
2026 has seen a rise in adult-themed and sex-positive lifestyle holidays — and judging by our readers’ reactions, a LOT of you are here for it.
There’s the £5,000 British sex cruise with tantra, lube and no single men, the sex cruise with a 24/7 ‘playroom’, and France’s ‘naked city.’
So, when we heard about a new queer cruise in town — complete with ‘nonstop parties, world-renowned DJs, and the hottest gay adult entertainers’ — we had to investigate further.
It comes from RU5H, a sex-progressive, kink-positive, all-gay travel brand that runs events for men and male-identifying guests.
Fittingly, RU5H announced its first-ever cruise at the Folsom Street Fair last year, the world’s largest leather and fetish gathering.
Now, the brand is putting the finishing touches to the itinerary before setting sail around the Bahamas in October.
Keen to find out more about ‘the biggest queer party festival at sea’? Here’s everything you need to know.
What’s the vibe?
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This cruise is for gay, bi, and pan men, as well as male-identifying adventurers looking for more than a ‘traditional’ holiday.
Patrick Gunn, co-founder and CMO of RU5H, recently told Out Magazine that he wanted to ‘bring together the energy of the world’s most exciting queer festivals, nightlife destinations, and lifestyle communities and combine it with the comfort, hospitality, and ease of a full-ship cruise.’
Over the course of the journey, guests can transition from daytime pool gatherings to late-night parties.
For example, Friday starts with DWORLD Underwear Party, where revellers are encouraged to dance in their favourite underwear.
Later that evening, there’ll be a queer rave followed by a techo-heavy after-hours party.
The itinerary will also feature themed events, meetups, and curated Experience Zones — the latter is where passengers can go to participate in role-play or live out their own (consensual) fantasies.
All the while, there’ll be DJs from some of the world’s biggest queer nightlife scenes, including New York, Los Angeles, Austin, London, Berlin, Amsterdam, and Fire Island.
The music never stops.
To nude or not to nude?
Whatever scene you’re into, the main thing to know is that consent is key.
That’s why the cruise has designated clothing-optional upper decks where guests can relax and, quite literally, be free.
RU5H is built around intentional values of mutual respect and zero judgment. It’s not about pressure; it’s about freedom.
But take note: RU5H is chartering a ship called Paradise, owned by the cruise ship company Margaritaville at Sea.
Their website states that all guests must wear clothes to dinner: swimsuits, bikinis, and bare chests are strictly not permitted in any of the dining areas.
What’s the route and how much will it cost?
The first RU5H cruise is scheduled to depart on October 2, 2026.
The ship will set sail from Palm Beach, Florida, and sail around the Bahamas, docking on October 5.
It won’t break the bank, either. Especially when you consider you’re paying for your accommodation and a 24/7 musical festival.
Tickets start from $397 (£293) for Interior Quad Staterooms, while Interior Staterooms start from $697 (£515).
If you want your own space, there are also Solo Staterooms starting at $997 (£737) per person.
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