My friend and I are 18 and looking into cruises for the summer before college. We are looking for both fun and relaxation. We are looking more for the Caribbean cruise and whatnot, and would like more nightlife than some cruise lines seem to offer. I've been on Royal Caribbean once before and it was relaxing but definitely meant more for little kids or older adults. Can anyone help?

you should go to mexico.. but make sure you go on one where u can actually spend time there, the one i went on we only got to spend half a day in mexico =(

I don't think there are any, unfortunately. Most, if not all, cruise lines have an age limit of 21 for reserving without an adult.
Some of them make exceptions, but only for underage married couples.
Sorry, friend. You might have to wait a few years.

royal caribean its amazing!!! i've been on the ships 2 times!

At least one of the persons in the cabin must be at least 21.

Assuming you are going with parents or someone at least 21, I suggest Carnival. You are not going to be able to buy alcoholic drinks on board, though. They are very strict about that. In the Caribbean countries, you can drink at 18, but do not miss the ship by drinking too much. The ship does not wait beyond the scheduled departure time for anyone - except maybe the Captain.

Personally, I would suggest you and your friend go to an all-inclusive resort in Dominican Republic. They have good beaches, good fun at the resorts, and no problem doing all the drinking you want. Everything is included at one price.

I know, I know, it will sound childish, but, the disney cruise is the best by far for any age. They definitly have a lot for 18 year olds to do all of the time. they have bigger and better parties than any other cruise ships and you can eat the best food all of the time and it is included in the price so you don't have to pay any extra every time you get a lemonade. If you go to the carribean, you will visit a disney private island also which is a hell of a lot of fun. I wouldn't recomend any other cruise. parties all of the time.

I understand that the Imperial Majesty is the only cruise ship that will allow 18-year-olds without an adult go on a trip. I have heard negative comments about this cruiseline so I would definitely investigate quite well before going.

I've been cruising with Royal Caribbean since I was 18 and I've never been bored, but then again I always went in the summer when all the kids my age were out of school so there was always someone to hang out with. I dont know what time of year you went on RC but if you're going in the summer and you're 18, you should have a lot of fun (especially on the larger ships.) But you WILL need someone over 21 to go with you.

Try Carnival if you dont like Royal, there will probably be a bit more kids your age on those ships. But with that company you will also need someone over 21.