Discovering the Best Cruises for Solo Travelers
June 18, 2024
Traveling solo does not mean traveling alone — and on a cruise, it can be one of the best ways to see the world. Solo cruising is growing fast, and cruise lines have taken notice, adding cabins, activities, and meeting places designed for people traveling on their own.
The Best Cabins for Solo Travelers
Many ships now offer cabins made just for solo travelers, so you do not have to pay a single supplement for a room made for two. These solo cabins are smart, comfortable, and well designed, and on some ships they come with access to a private lounge where solo guests can meet each other. Keep in mind that suite cabins on older ships can be smaller than you expect, so it pays to check the cabin size and layout before you book, not after.
The Best Entertainment All Day
A cruise ship is a floating resort, and there is something going on all day — shows, live music, classes, pools, trivia, and parties. As a solo traveler, you can do as much or as little as you like. Join a group activity when you want company, or find a quiet spot on deck with a book when you want time to yourself. The ship is set up so you never have to feel out of place on your own.
Explore New and Exotic Destinations
Cruising is a wonderful way to explore new and exotic destinations without the stress of planning every leg of the trip yourself. You unpack once, and the ship takes you from port to port. Shore excursions let you see each place with a guide, which is a comfortable way to explore somewhere new when you are traveling solo.
Royal Caribbean Solo Cabins
Royal Caribbean offers solo cabins on many of its ships, and they are a popular choice for solo cruisers. Their studio-style staterooms are designed for one guest, with smart storage and a comfortable layout, and they give solo travelers a good-value way to sail on a big, lively ship with plenty to do.
Virgin Voyages Solo Cabins
Virgin Voyages also welcomes solo sailors, with cabins designed for one guest and a social, adults-only atmosphere that makes it easy to meet people. Their ships are built for mingling — communal dining, group fitness classes, and events where solo travelers can connect naturally.
Solo Female Cruising
For women traveling solo, a cruise can be a comfortable and safe way to travel. Ships are secure, well staffed, and full of other travelers, and group excursions and onboard activities make it easy to meet people. As always, use common sense, let someone know your plans, and choose excursions and activities you feel good about.
Meet New People
One of the best parts of a solo cruise is the people you meet. Shared dining tables, trivia teams, dance classes, and shore excursions all give solo travelers a natural way to make new friends. Many solo cruisers come home with friends they still keep in touch with long after the ship has docked.
Things to Consider
Before you book, think about the ship, the itinerary, and the cabin. Some ships are better for solo travelers than others, and some sailings have more solo guests on board. A travel advisor can help you pick the ship and sailing that fit you best — and help you avoid a single supplement when a solo cabin or a good deal is available.
Ready to plan your solo cruise? Call Eric at 951-987-2409 and let him help you find the best cruise for traveling on your own.