Inside Kate Middleton pal’s saucy £5K sex cruise that’s launching with a bang & includes bondage nights & erotic cinema

PRINCESS Kate’s old school friend is launching a sex cruise with erotic cinema screenings and bondage nights.

, 46, studied at the prestigious Downe House School in Berkshire, alongside the Princess of Wales, 43 – but appears to have taken a very different path in life.

Entrepreneur Emma became the founder of high-end, London-based sex club Killing Kittens in 2005.

Emma founded the club with the aim of providing a place for women to “explore their sexuality”; – and over 200,000 people have since signed up.

Typically members attended extravagant parties in Mayfair clubs or private grand houses, wearing masks to conceal their identities.

On the back of its bumper success, the business is now valued at £15m, and Emma has launched a called

Now, 20 years down the line, the members-only company is taking to the high seas with the first Killing Kittens cruise setting sail on June 9, 2026.

From sex toys in every cabin to polyamory workshops, the cruise is certainly anything but vanilla.

The sex cruise has a 10-day itinerary starting in Barcelona with a pre-cruise cocktail welcome party.

The next day at 1pm guests will board the ship, which will set sail through the Mediterranean.

X-rated offerings

When guests aren’t stopping off at Monte Carlo, Florence, Portofino and Mallorca, they can make the most of the raunchy offerings on board.

Emma told MailOnline: “During the day it's very normal and just like a regular luxury cruise experience on the shore. In the daytime there's so many different workshops.

“And then in the night there's different themed parties and shows with black tie dinners.”;

One of the highlights of the trip is a masked ball hosted in Monte Carlo.

Meanwhile, on the ship there will be wellness workshops and spa services, before raunchier activities follow.

One of the organised nights on board is a bondage evening, where guests can take part in “mutually enjoyable sensory play.”;

There is also a workshop on “sensory seduction”; teaching cruisers how to master warm wax and cold ice play to “deepen your connection”; with your sexual partner.

You can also learn how to “striptease with confidence”; and “use seductive movement to channel your inner Kitten.”;

Those feeling bold can have a personal boudoir photo shoot to “capture your most glamorous self.”;

Raunchy entertainment

When the boat is in Florence, the entertainment on board is a night of cabaret and immersive performances.

Performers include Missy Fatale, who does a mix of classic burlesque with fire stunts, and John Celestus who does dance, contortion and burlesque on stage.

Other nights include a “filthy quiz night”;, drag bingo and speed dating.

Meanwhile, off the boat, people can do olive oil tasting, coastal picnics, erotic life drawing and polyamory workshops.

The ship has a large ballroom which serves as the backdrop for the cruise’s spectacular parties, but off to the side is a playroom with candles and beds for those wanting some X-rated action.

Women in charge

As with all Killing Kittens events, women take the lead and men aren’t allowed to initiate anything unless invited.

Emma said the cruise offers everyone the chance to continue the fun back at their rooms, should they wish.

She added: “There will be designated play areas and clothing-optional zones, but outside of these, the ship is a luxurious and respectful space.”;

While the cruise aims to be a safe space for those looking to explore their sexuality, Emma insists there is no pressure to strip off.

In fact, only 50 per cent of members want to bare all.

Glam voyage

The cruise – which has two-person suites – doesn’t come cheap, with prices ranging from £4,799 to £28,814.

Membership is reserved for women, but everyone can bring a guest along, whether that is a female friend for a girly weekend or a male partner.

Cheaper cabins are interior suites with no windows overlooking the sea, but those looking to splurge can fork out for the largest room on the ship, the World Owner's Suite.

This includes a large living room and separate master bedroom with a queen-sized bed.

It also has a dressing room with a walk-in closet and access to the spa deck and 24-hour room service.

Some of the activities on board come at an extra cost, including entry to the poker night, beauty services or wine-tasting.

Emma has high hopes for the cruise, and hopes to launch two more in 2027.

She wants it to appear to those who lead “high end, luxurious, hedonistic”; lifestyles, and want a cruise at the same time.

Currently the June inaugural cruise has sold 45 per cent of tickets, but there is still over a year before it sets sail.

The age range of guests typically ranges from mid-30s to early 70s, with the average customer age around 48.