nittany91

I cruise solo most of the time (I'm 60 so I think I qualify as a single). It is an easier way to travel internationally, for me, since I don't have as many planes/trains/buses to coordinate to move around a country or continent. The ship does it for you. You do see many of the same people every day and can find those with common interests so you do not have to do everything alone if you don't want to. I have made friends playing trivia at the same time every day, with the same people; on my rollcall, before the cruise, planning excursions; slot pulls; meet and mingles or a gathering for drinks.

Sometimes, as a single woman, couples don't want to talk with me but if I meet people at a game or online before the cruise, we already have a common interest and it is easier once we are on the ship to continue a friendship.

Cruising is my favorite vacation. Since I want to travel and no one else in my life does at the moment, I go alone and make it as much fun as I want it to be.

I spent two weeks on a cruise of SE Asia by myself in February. I met up with some people I met on this forum for some shore excursions and then just asked to share a table during meals to meet people. Usually if you smile, are friendly and try some of the activities, you'll have a great time and meet some great people.

If no one else wants to go with you, go for it by yourself. As someone else said, you only live once.

Great video. It will be very useful in 2 days when I go to the cruise terminal.

Thanks.