ansoninc Posted June 18, 2016 #1726 Share Posted June 18, 2016 I have a general question for solo travelers. I will be cruising to Hawaii and the Caribbean soon. I want to go to the beaches and do snorkeling etc. my question is that I am not with a group what do I with my stuff. Key card, money etc. any suggestions? Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr Six Posted June 18, 2016 #1727 Share Posted June 18, 2016 I will be on the Carnival Sunshine solo on 10/13/16 and on the NCL Breakaway (with my 9 year old) on 11/20/16 (Thanksgiving week). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
42CruiseCrazy Posted June 18, 2016 Author #1728 Share Posted June 18, 2016 I have a general question for solo travelers. I will be cruising to Hawaii and the Caribbean soon. I want to go to the beaches and do snorkeling etc. my question is that I am not with a group what do I with my stuff. Key card, money etc. any suggestions? Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk You could ask one of your beach "neighbours" if you could put your bag next to their stuff while you swim. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AdoraBelle Posted June 19, 2016 #1729 Share Posted June 19, 2016 (edited) I have a general question for solo travelers. I will be cruising to Hawaii and the Caribbean soon. I want to go to the beaches and do snorkeling etc. my question is that I am not with a group what do I with my stuff. Key card, money etc. any suggestions? Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk I use a security cable and padlock (check Amazon) and use a bag that can be locked shut and lashed to a beach chair. Security cable is cheap, I paid a fair amount for my pacsafe backpack, but I carry a lot of electronics. It's not too hard to find various kinds of bags where the zippers can be secured with a small padlock. Edit: if you're not carrying as much junk as I do (and more power to you if so--I have to learn to travel lighter), instead check amazon for a large waterproof wallet or swim belt. Also should be cheap. Edited June 19, 2016 by AdoraBelle Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Danish Girl Posted June 19, 2016 #1730 Share Posted June 19, 2016 I am going solo on Costa neoRiveria 19. September from Venice to Athen ;-) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GTVCRUISER Posted June 19, 2016 #1731 Share Posted June 19, 2016 Life is Good Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ansoninc Posted June 19, 2016 #1732 Share Posted June 19, 2016 Great suggestions, Adorabelle, I also read that some beaches have lockers, but you need to provide your own lock. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fummer Posted June 21, 2016 #1733 Share Posted June 21, 2016 Good afternoon, I will be traveling solo on the Grandeur of the Seas going to Canada/New England on Sept. 1, 2016 out of Baltimore, MD. Looking for other solo travelers on this cruise. Anyone else going? Thanks. Reeve Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
taznremmy Posted June 21, 2016 #1734 Share Posted June 21, 2016 I have a general question for solo travelers. I will be cruising to Hawaii and the Caribbean soon. I want to go to the beaches and do snorkeling etc. my question is that I am not with a group what do I with my stuff. Key card, money etc. any suggestions? Another option.......Google "safego ". Pat Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cmltx Posted June 23, 2016 #1735 Share Posted June 23, 2016 Hello Everyone: I am booked on NCL Star, 23 Oct, Rt Rome for 7 days. If anyone is booked on this cruise, contact me; maybe we can tour together. Also, I will be staying in Rome after the cruise. If anyone can suggest a hotel for solo travelers that is relatively safe and is not too expensive, please let me know. Thank you. Charlotte Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
taznremmy Posted June 23, 2016 #1736 Share Posted June 23, 2016 Hello Everyone: I am booked on NCL Star, 23 Oct, Rt Rome for 7 days.If anyone is booked on this cruise, contact me; maybe we can tour together. Also, I will be staying in Rome after the cruise. If anyone can suggest a hotel for solo travelers that is relatively safe and is not too expensive, please let me know. Thank you. Charlotte I've stayed in Rome twice, pre-cruise. Once I stayed at Hotel Golden (close to Villa Borghese) and the other time at The Dejavu Room (close to the Vatican). I enjoyed both locations and would highly recommend either one. Neither are specifically for solos, but they fit the rest of your criteria. Can't wait to go back! Pat Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sjpsoccer14 Posted June 23, 2016 #1737 Share Posted June 23, 2016 (edited) Any other solo cruisers sailing on the Feb. 24th, 2017 RCL Serenade of the Seas 10 day Southern Caribbean cruise? Edited June 23, 2016 by sjpsoccer14 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jacobsladder Posted June 23, 2016 #1738 Share Posted June 23, 2016 Hello all, anyone cruising LOS Oct 9 out of Galveston? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cmltx Posted June 24, 2016 #1739 Share Posted June 24, 2016 Thank you for the information on the Hotels in Rome. I will definitely look at the websites. Charlotte Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DerekMoon Posted June 29, 2016 #1740 Share Posted June 29, 2016 My first solo cruise....I was reluctant to book it, but as the date gets closer I am getting ready to go... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
42CruiseCrazy Posted June 29, 2016 Author #1741 Share Posted June 29, 2016 My first solo cruise....I was reluctant to book it, but as the date gets closer I am getting ready to go... Have a great cruise on the Carnival Victory on July 14th, Derek. Just a reminder, everyone, that some of the smart phone apps do not show the subject line so please put the name of the ship and the sailing date in the body of your post. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DerekMoon Posted June 30, 2016 #1742 Share Posted June 30, 2016 Have a great cruise on the Carnival Victory on July 14th, Derek. Just a reminder, everyone, that some of the smart phone apps do not show the subject line so please put the name of the ship and the sailing date in the body of your post. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Thanks for the reply and the info Derek Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
offshorefriend Posted July 4, 2016 #1743 Share Posted July 4, 2016 Cruising solo on Equinox, July 9th, Athens, any other solos on this cruise? Originally going to Istanbul, but now because of security reasons going back to Athens from Kusadsi. Only 5 days to go and getting excited! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GTVCRUISER Posted July 4, 2016 #1744 Share Posted July 4, 2016 Have a Happy 4th Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
orangecruiser Posted July 6, 2016 #1745 Share Posted July 6, 2016 I'm taking my first solo cruise on Celebrity on the 10/21/16 Reflection transatlantic cruise leaving from Rome. Are there any other solos on the cruise? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
journeymore Posted July 6, 2016 #1746 Share Posted July 6, 2016 I'm taking my first solo cruise on Celebrity on the 10/21/16 Reflection transatlantic cruise leaving from Rome. Are there any other solos on the cruise? I'll be joining you. I'm doing a B2B with the October 10th cruise. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ansoninc Posted July 6, 2016 #1747 Share Posted July 6, 2016 As a newbie senior solo traveler I am very hesitant to take a cruise that leaves from a foreign port that I would have to fly into. I use Princess transfers when I travel and I don't get lost that way. Hopefully as I travel more I will be less of a travel weenie.[emoji851] Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
terryteacher Posted July 6, 2016 #1748 Share Posted July 6, 2016 (edited) Darn it. Solo Westerdam on July 30! We should wave hello as I embark! Anyone else solo to Alaska? Edited July 6, 2016 by sheheke Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
taznremmy Posted July 6, 2016 #1749 Share Posted July 6, 2016 As a newbie senior solo traveler I am very hesitant to take a cruise that leaves from a foreign port that I would have to fly into. I use Princess transfers when I travel and I don't get lost that way. Hopefully as I travel more I will be less of a travel weenie.[emoji851] Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk I too am a solo senior traveler and can appreciate your concern. One thing that I do when flying to a foreign port, is book my air through the cruise line, as well as the transfer. That way I have the comfort of their guarantee that they will get me to the ship if the flight is delayed. Also, I have found their prices to be very competitive. Once you get the hang of it, you are going to love traveling solo! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DRS/NC Posted July 6, 2016 #1750 Share Posted July 6, 2016 "As a newbie senior solo traveler I am very hesitant to take a cruise that leaves from a foreign port that I would have to fly into. I use Princess transfers when I travel and I don't get lost that way. Hopefully as I travel more I will be less of a travel weenie." I'm also a senior solo female & I do the same thing! And I use the Princess airfare too -- good price w/delay assistance. I fly in a day early after booking a hotel at or near the airport - one that has a shuttle so that I can easily get to the hotel & then back to the airport the next day & meet the Princess transport. I leave for the western Med. in 60 days! I'll fly into/out of London. It'll be my 3rd solo & 2nd international solo. I'm already booked for S. America next year. You're not a "travel weenie" just inexperienced. It gets easier w/practice! ENJOY! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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