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You get used to it. I used to think it was pathetic as well when I was younger. But you get used to it .Especially on a cruise ship. It's expected. Actually there are times I'd rather be alone. I have refused people that asked me to join them because I just wanted to spend some downtime with myself. Quiet time, you know Also, I'm an older woman. Maybe it's an age thing.

Enjoy

Going solo July 29, 2023 Holland America 25 days Boston to Boston. I have been traveling solo for about 6 years now. I really enjoy it, didn't think I would but I do. My husband doesn't like to travel and doesn't mind me going so I do.

I love holland America

I'm really not a mixer. I don't drink so I don't go to the bars. But I really love to travel. I met wonderful wonderful people on cruise ships . So far ,thank heavens, I have enjoyed myself. 1 of my 1st cruises was a 38 day world cruise.

On holland America new Amsterdam there's a malt shop memories cruise out of Fort Lauderdale this year. October 28, 2023. Looks great

I'm 74 and I totally understand. But unfortunately it's reality.

I made sure that it had a seat and that a held a lot of weight. I'm a little Leary cause I've never done it before but I am going to take it and see what happens.

That is exactly the reason I bought my walker . Last year I went on a trip with Norwegian cruise lines and waited 3 hours to embark. I have a problem standing in place for long periods of time. I bought my walker, haven't used it yet but I am going to take it with me on my next trip in Mat of this year.

Can I use a walker to get on and off a tender?

Don't know about happy hours but I'm told you can get an extension cord from the steward.

I can't believe there's a thread concerning television sets.

I'm renting 1 for my upcoming cruise. It's only $2 a day.

Do they have the orange club on the Zaandam?

I travel Holland America and they put me at a table with other solo cruises. I choose a table for 6. So far so good. You're only at the table for about an hour and 1⁄2 and it's good to see people while you're cruising that you recognize. Nice to say hello.

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Well said. I agree wholeheartedly And I'm 74.

I travel solo. I don't wanna worry where others are or what they doing or if I have to join in or if I have to go with them. It is so freeing To be able to do what you want when you want. I'm married And I like to travel solo. If someone speaks to me I will respond but I don't actively look for other people. I do like to sit with other people when I'm dining and it is always worked out well. I have trouble several lines but my favorite is Holland America.

I love traveling holland America and have done it several times solo. I've taken other cruise lines and I have not enjoyed them as much. They really is a difference.

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Take a look at what holland America has to offer. I really enjoyed the cruises especially new England Canada

I will be on Holland America. I think I'm going to give them a call and see what they have to say. But thank you so much for your reply , it as been very helpful.

I have a question about rising from the chairs in the dining room and the buffet. I have a lot of difficulty getting out of a chair. I do have a walker that I've never used because I really do prefer the cane and so far it has serviced me well. This next cruise though I believe I am going to take the walker for I think I may need it. My question is this. Does the ship provide anything that will help me get up and down from a chair? A pillow of some sort or a cushion? I'd be willing to purchase something but I don't know what to buy. Any suggestions? Also, how would a walker work getting on a bus for a an excursion and going up and down the ramp to get on and off the ship? Is it very difficult? Thank you

You guys out there are the best! So many people that need help getting around need this information. I'm glad you're out there to help! Thank you