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" They told me it was because I was by myself. Apparently, customs agents see a solo cruiser, and think "drug runner" or something like that. It happened in Port Canaveral. "

The first time I cruised from Port Canaveral I got a letter on the last night telling me that all Canadians and other "aliens" must report at 6 AM sharp for pre-clearance with US Customs. The Americans could sleep in and disembark, without this hassle, at their leisure. I didn't mind getting up early but I resent being called an "alien". I wanted to tell the agent that I was from the Canada galaxy, Toronto quadrant, but I didn't.

I'm more of a social person and have no issue to start a conversation or just join in at the pool, hot tub, bar etc. I mostly eat in the MDR and request todine with others.

This is how I make week long friends to help me enjoy tours and the nightlife.

I'm with you on this. When I cruise solo, I try to say hello and initiate a conversation. If it goes somewhere, that's great. If not, then there are a lot more people on the ship to say hello to. You can tell right away if someone is a friendly type. At least they will know I am.

I cruise solo. Married, mid-fifties, retired. My spouse usually doesnt want to go.

 

I dont want to share sleeping space. But would love a travel buddy.

 

I am very open to tour buddies...and traveling with others...but not necessarily sharing a cabin.

And if you are a slow walker or want to take pictures...I am cool with that!

 

I am great about finding deals.

Hi Linda. I am a white, married male, late fifties. Health professional still practicing full time so I only get to cruise once a year. I think it would be wonderful to find a cruise buddy to do excursions with and as a dinner & dance partner (a strictly platonic friendship). If you are interested in getting acquainted you can e-mail me at condofinder (at) hotmail dot com.

Hello. I am also in my fifties and love cruising. My wife has a fear of being on the ocean so I cruise solo. I enjoy having a private cabin but it is costly so I am considering sharing. I have a Carnival cruise that l can take in 2014 but have not yet finalized when or where. Respond to this post if you are interested.

"A spokesman for the line said: "Carnival Cruise Lines has made a number of itinerary modifications as a result of Hurricane Sandy, including altering routes, keeping ships at sea an extra day, delaying embarkation days and cancelling two voyages. In the case of the Carnival Miracle, the ship arrived in New York a day early and departed that same afternoon to stay ahead of the storm. " How was it possible for the Miracle to head out of New York a day earlier than scheduled without leaving more than half its passengers behind? I am just curious. Was the ship half full or did most people manage to get to the pier a day early somehow.

I am 59 married man and my wife does not want to cruise so I go alone. I haven't done so yet but I can see mutual benefit to sharing a cabin besides the obvious cost savings. For the woman. Help with luggage & carry-on bags. More safety walking about at ports. No dirty looks from women when you talk to their husbands (since you are with a man yourself) A dinner companion & dance partner (no being asked by men you don't care to dance with or none at all) and a platonic friend to spend a little or a lot of time with and no tension or expectations. For the man it is many of the same advantages plus if you are walking around the port of call and get lost, the woman can ask directions since men never want to. LOL

Well, I 've cruised a bunch, married, and with my parents (elderly) but never by myself. It's hard to find single guys in their 50's.

Is anyone interested????? I'm DWF looking for WM

Sure, I'm interested. Not in any relationship or hanky panky but just a platonic cruise mate to share expenses and hang out with. I am late 50s WM who looks and feels like 40.

No, not trying to hide anything, but I was curious...

 

How many people take cruises without thier spouse? I have a job that allows me 6 weeks of leave a year and I want to cruise more. However, my wife only gets 2 weeks a year. She loves to cruise, but is restricted by her commitment to work. She has told me to take friends, Brothers, Sisters, kids, Mom when she cant go, but they dont always match up with my travel times. I am thinking about taking a few solo cruises just to relax...

 

Suggestions? Opinions?

 

Thanks!

I have taken 5 cruises so far, all without my wife. The first cruise was a professional continuing education cruise and I shared a cabin with a collegue. After that it was always solo with one along with my elderly parents. My wife does not want to go on a cruise at all because she fears the open ocean ("fear of floating" instead of "fear of flying") but she allows me one or two cruises a year because she knows that I love it so much.

I envy you going on a TA on the Breakaway. It looks like it will be a fabulous ship. You may wish to check out a Pre Xmas cruise on Carnival Miracle Dec. 16th that I will be on. It leaves from NYC and it a really good deal.

Hi Venus Lady, I predict that you will LOVE cruise holidays and this will be the first of many. A cruise is so much better (safer and more enjoyable) for solo travellers because people are friendlier and look out for each other. When you want to swim in the pool you don't have to worry about your purse because it's safe in your cabin and when you do go to the beach, you will have shipmates to go with who will watch your things. Instead of dining alone in a hotel or restaurant you can "meet & eat" with lots of other people. It is a great holiday, Just wait and see!!!

I am 27 years old recently divorced. I love to cruise so I told myself why should I stop just because my relationship ended. So I booked my first solo cruise on The Freedom and I'm really excited about doing anything I want! :D However, I am kinda wondering what dinner is going to be like... Any suggestions for first time Solo?

Do not eat alone or with couples or a family. Ask to sit at a table with other solo passengers (in your age bracket, if possible) The first or second night there should be a Singles Meet & Mingle that you can attend in order to see who else is travelling solo (and for them to see you) I am sure you will have a great time on board the Freedom.

My spouse refuses to go on a cruise because she is uncomfortable with being on the open ocean (similar to fear of flying) The first couple of cruises I took I had a wonderful time and came home begging her to consider coming with me on the next one. She wants to make me happy but just can't do it. I have now learned to make the best of it, be grateful that she allows me to go once a year and enjoy myself with people who are "cruise crazy" like me.