Singles Cruises
One recent survey reports that the number of lone holidaymakers has doubled in the last two years. Cruising is a big hit with solo travellers, many of whom have friends and a partner, but fancy their own company, and the luxury of not having to compromise while they’re away. Equally, co-ordinating holiday dates with travelling companions can be tricky.
Operators are geared up to welcoming solo passengers, and cruising is a fun, sociable and safe way to experience exciting new places.
Taking a single cruise gives you the pleasure of your shipmates’ company if and when you feel like it, with the space to enjoy your own company. With so many activities on offer, you won’t be alone for long if you don’t want to be.
When the boat reaches its various ports of call, explore on your own, hook up with someone else, or join an organised excursion – the choice is yours.
Most lines have hosts to look after those travelling alone, and you’ll probably be invited to a friendly lunch or coffee morning to meet others in the same boat.
At dinner, you’ll be seated with other passengers. And after your evening of gourmet dining and fine wines, and perhaps a top-class show, you won’t have to worry about getting back to your accommodation safely. Your cabin is just down the corridor!
Talking of sleeping arrangements, while some cruise lines charge supplements for solo cabin occupancy, this is often very affordable.
With many operators, you can also share a cabin with someone of the same gender if you choose, without paying a penny extra. Holland America is especially good at matching room mates up.
While Carnival and Royal Caribbean International are also great for solo cruises, and Crystal, for example, has ‘gentleman’ hosts to dance with its older female single passengers, you’ll find a warm welcome whoever you book with. Some lines even run cruises exclusively for single sailors.
And there are so many destinations to choose from, from the sun-soaked Med to the glorious Caribbean and breathtaking Alaska. Where will you travel to this year?
To enquire about singles cruises please contact our cruise specialist on 0800 542 9021 or enquire by email.
