I took my first adults-only cruise. Take a look around the luxury ship with a tattoo shop and a playground for grown-ups.

Upstairs, decks six and seven are packed with communal spaces, including several show venues.

Upstairs, deck seven is a gamer's paradise., Deck seven also has an outdoor lounge known as the Dock., Decks eight to 14 hold nothing but staterooms., There was also a gym in the indoor portion of deck 15., I think you can get a more fun workout upstairs on deck 16., ... and a wide variety of games and sports, like a giant chessboard.

There were dance parties, live music, comedy shows, and more.

Many of the venues for these events are on decks six and seven, including the Red Room for performances; On the Rocks, a music bar; and the Manor, a nightclub and theater.

These lower decks also house many of the ship's restaurants and eateries, including fine-dining rooms and an ice cream shop.

Upstairs, deck seven is a gamer's paradise., Deck seven also has an outdoor lounge known as the Dock., Decks eight to 14 hold nothing but staterooms., There was also a gym in the indoor portion of deck 15., I think you can get a more fun workout upstairs on deck 16., ... and a wide variety of games and sports, like a giant chessboard.

From personal pizzas to juicy steak dinners, there's plenty to eat on decks 5-7. 

There are more than 20 restaurants and eateries on the ship. Food and drinks are included in the ticket price, except for alcoholic and specialty drinks, as well as select menu items, at some establishments. 

On the same deck, Valiant Lady has a tattoo parlor called Squid Ink.

Upstairs, deck seven is a gamer's paradise., Deck seven also has an outdoor lounge known as the Dock., Decks eight to 14 hold nothing but staterooms., There was also a gym in the indoor portion of deck 15., I think you can get a more fun workout upstairs on deck 16., ... and a wide variety of games and sports, like a giant chessboard.

Virgin Voyages' ships are the first-ever cruises where you can get a tattoo on board. According to Cruise Gear, tattoo pricing starts at around $150.

Upstairs, deck seven is a gamer's paradise.

Upstairs, deck seven is a gamer's paradise., Deck seven also has an outdoor lounge known as the Dock., Decks eight to 14 hold nothing but staterooms., There was also a gym in the indoor portion of deck 15., I think you can get a more fun workout upstairs on deck 16., ... and a wide variety of games and sports, like a giant chessboard.

On deck seven, I found the arcade. It's a narrow, dark room with neon lights and games lining each side. Here, I raced cars and battled with buttons.

On the same floor, there's a larger room packed with tables for playing board games and puzzles, with the games stacked on shelves around the room. I spotted decks of cards and a wide variety of nostalgic games from my childhood, including Mouse Trap, Cranium, and Operation. 

Deck seven also has an outdoor lounge known as the Dock.

Upstairs, deck seven is a gamer's paradise., Deck seven also has an outdoor lounge known as the Dock., Decks eight to 14 hold nothing but staterooms., There was also a gym in the indoor portion of deck 15., I think you can get a more fun workout upstairs on deck 16., ... and a wide variety of games and sports, like a giant chessboard.

I thought the Dock was the most relaxing space on deck seven. It's an outdoor lounge at the back of the ship, full of beds and sofas. The Dock serves small Mediterranean-inspired plates and hosts events. 

I went to the Dock for a stargazing event. Guests got comfortable and looked up at the night sky while crew members told stories about the stars. 

Decks eight to 14 hold nothing but staterooms.

Upstairs, deck seven is a gamer's paradise., Deck seven also has an outdoor lounge known as the Dock., Decks eight to 14 hold nothing but staterooms., There was also a gym in the indoor portion of deck 15., I think you can get a more fun workout upstairs on deck 16., ... and a wide variety of games and sports, like a giant chessboard.

Most of the rooms on these decks have their own balcony. Mine was on deck 12. 

Up on deck 15, there are two pools surrounded by lounge chairs and whirlpools.

Upstairs, deck seven is a gamer's paradise., Deck seven also has an outdoor lounge known as the Dock., Decks eight to 14 hold nothing but staterooms., There was also a gym in the indoor portion of deck 15., I think you can get a more fun workout upstairs on deck 16., ... and a wide variety of games and sports, like a giant chessboard.

The Aquatic Club is on deck 15 and has two pools separated by a bar — the main pool and the Well-Being Pool. 

For a beach club vibe, I recommend the main pool because it's bigger and has music playing all the time. I was surprised to find that the pool felt relatively smaller than on a typical cruise ship, in my experience. But it was never too crowded to use — even in the afternoons — so this didn't bother me at all. 

On the other side of the deck, the Well-Being Pool is smaller and has seating and jets in the water, so it felt to me like an extra-large whirlpool. But, like the main pool, this one was never too crowded to go in. And unlike the main pool, it was quiet, making it ideal for relaxing and cooling off. 

There was also a gym in the indoor portion of deck 15.

Upstairs, deck seven is a gamer's paradise., Deck seven also has an outdoor lounge known as the Dock., Decks eight to 14 hold nothing but staterooms., There was also a gym in the indoor portion of deck 15., I think you can get a more fun workout upstairs on deck 16., ... and a wide variety of games and sports, like a giant chessboard.

B-Complex is the gym on board Virgin cruise ships. They have free weights and machines, as well as fitness classes, from yoga to spin sessions. 

I don't like working out on vacation unless it's a fun activity that makes me forget I'm exercising, so I didn't use the gym. But I thought B-Complex's offerings were consistent with gyms I've been to at home, while offering a much better view — the ocean.

I think you can get a more fun workout upstairs on deck 16.

Upstairs, deck seven is a gamer's paradise., Deck seven also has an outdoor lounge known as the Dock., Decks eight to 14 hold nothing but staterooms., There was also a gym in the indoor portion of deck 15., I think you can get a more fun workout upstairs on deck 16., ... and a wide variety of games and sports, like a giant chessboard.

On deck 16, the Athletic Club is home to an outdoor training center with strength and gymnastics equipment as well as a boxing ring. 

... and a wide variety of games and sports, like a giant chessboard.

Upstairs, deck seven is a gamer's paradise., Deck seven also has an outdoor lounge known as the Dock., Decks eight to 14 hold nothing but staterooms., There was also a gym in the indoor portion of deck 15., I think you can get a more fun workout upstairs on deck 16., ... and a wide variety of games and sports, like a giant chessboard.

The playground area has a basketball court and other more unexpected offerings like foosball and a gigantic chessboard. 

For thrill-seekers, there's a net you can walk — or crawl — around with a view of the ocean below.

Upstairs, deck seven is a gamer's paradise., Deck seven also has an outdoor lounge known as the Dock., Decks eight to 14 hold nothing but staterooms., There was also a gym in the indoor portion of deck 15., I think you can get a more fun workout upstairs on deck 16., ... and a wide variety of games and sports, like a giant chessboard.

The net reminded me of a catamaran. From the outside, I didn't think stepping onto it would be scary. As soon as I did, though, my gut dropped. I immediately got on all fours and crawled to the other side. With butterflies swarming in my stomach, I thought this activity was way more thrilling than I was expecting. 

Lastly, the top deck, 17, holds the runway, a bright-red track that circles the ship.

Upstairs, deck seven is a gamer's paradise., Deck seven also has an outdoor lounge known as the Dock., Decks eight to 14 hold nothing but staterooms., There was also a gym in the indoor portion of deck 15., I think you can get a more fun workout upstairs on deck 16., ... and a wide variety of games and sports, like a giant chessboard.

On deck 17, the track is the perfect place to run — or walk, if you vacation like me — with constant views of the wide-open ocean. 

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