GTVCRUISER Posted July 13, 2021 #3651 Share Posted July 13, 2021 Looking forward to doing this again 🙂 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kensguy Posted July 13, 2021 #3652 Share Posted July 13, 2021 MSC 20-27th August 2021 FOD Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MStarzky Posted July 14, 2021 #3653 Share Posted July 14, 2021 MSC MERAVIGLIA, SEPT 18 2021, WAS SURPRISED THERE WAS NO SINGLE SUPPLEMENT. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
choose2cruz Posted July 16, 2021 #3654 Share Posted July 16, 2021 Adventure of the Seas, Royal Caribbean January 31, 2022 This will be my first solo cruise. My best friend and I (platonic) used to cruise together, but she is in a relationship these days and unavailable. So, I'm trying the solo route. I have always enjoyed dining with and meeting new people on cruises, but I have no problem at all dining alone. I enjoy the cruise dining experience too much to even consider staying in my cabin and settling for room service. Hopefully, I will enjoy solo cruising since I've already booked two additional cruises after this one. 😁 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crafty Cruiser B Posted July 16, 2021 #3655 Share Posted July 16, 2021 @choose2cruz Howdy! Not on the same sailing as you, but I'll also be going on my first solo cruise on the Adventure of the Seas on November this year! Also probably planning to book 2 more Royal Caribbean cruises for next year to take advantage of their awesome double loyalty points promotion that's going on right now! 😄 Did you end up booking one of the 5 solo cabins, or a regular cabin for your January cruise? I just learned that solo cruises in regular cabins earn double loyalty points (so...4x the normal amount for the interior and ocean view rooms I believe, and even more for balcony and up!) 🤯 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
choose2cruz Posted July 17, 2021 #3656 Share Posted July 17, 2021 (edited) @Ramona_Flowers Hey! No, I booked a regular cabin for the January cruise. But the other two I have booked, one on Norwegian and the other on Celebrity, I booked solos. Really looking forward to trying the Celebrity Edge single stateroom with infinite veranda. Didn't know that about the double loyalty points for solos on Royal Caribbean. This will be my first cruise with them but might look at another one with those bonus loyalty points. If my passport comes through in time, I'd love doing an October or November cruise. Hope you enjoy enjoy yours! Edited July 17, 2021 by choose2cruz Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crafty Cruiser B Posted July 17, 2021 #3657 Share Posted July 17, 2021 @choose2cruz OMG I haven't heard of these infinite veranda rooms before. The look so nice!!! I haven't cruised with Celebrity before, but think I'll definitely have to try one of those rooms out sometime! 😮 Thanks for putting those on my radar! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
choose2cruz Posted July 17, 2021 #3658 Share Posted July 17, 2021 @Ramona_Flowers Yep, they look amazing and you're welcome. Thanks for the tip on the bonus loyalty points. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MorganClark Posted July 17, 2021 #3659 Share Posted July 17, 2021 (edited) @Ramona_Flowers, @choose2cruz You guys are speaking my language! I'm also a brand new solo cruiser. I'm currently in Nassau and will be boarding the Adventure of the Seas at 12 noon today! I originally booked a regular balcony stateroom but I put in a "Royal Up" bid and RCI accepted my bid and upgraded me to a spacious balcony stateroom (for only $60, no less). Btw, I didn't know Adventure of the Seas even had solo (studio) cabins. I didn't think they had studio cabins on these somewhat older ships. And, wrt Celebrity Edge, I'm booked in a Single Infinite Veranda (SIV) on her Oct 2-9, 2021. I'll let you know how the SIV experience on Celebrity was. Ironically, the Edge was here in Nassau yesterday and I got to watch her depart (outbound) from Junkanoo Beach; Edited July 17, 2021 by MorganClark 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IamAlyce Posted July 17, 2021 #3660 Share Posted July 17, 2021 4 hours ago, MorganClark said: @Ramona_Flowers, @choose2cruz You guys are speaking my language! I'm also a brand new solo cruiser. I'm currently in Nassau and will be boarding the Adventure of the Seas at 12 noon today! I originally booked a regular balcony stateroom but I put in a "Royal Up" bid and RCI accepted my bid and upgraded me to a spacious balcony stateroom (for only $60, no less). Btw, I didn't know Adventure of the Seas even had solo (studio) cabins. I didn't think they had studio cabins on these somewhat older ships. And, wrt Celebrity Edge, I'm booked in a Single Infinite Veranda (SIV) on her Oct 2-9, 2021. I'll let you know how the SIV experience on Celebrity was. Ironically, the Edge was here in Nassau yesterday and I got to watch her depart (outbound) from Junkanoo Beach; I am boarding the Edge today in a solo Infinite Balcony. I’ll take some pics and post here how it all goes! First time on celebrity. elaine 3 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MorganClark Posted July 17, 2021 #3661 Share Posted July 17, 2021 (edited) 6 minutes ago, IamAlyce said: I am boarding the Edge today in a solo Infinite Balcony. I’ll take some pics and post here how it all goes! First time on celebrity. elaine Edge was in Nassau yesterday and I managed to snag a couple of pics of her; Thanks for reporting back on the Single Infinite Veranda experience. Are you doing the E. or W. Caribbean? Edited July 17, 2021 by MorganClark Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IamAlyce Posted July 17, 2021 #3662 Share Posted July 17, 2021 1 minute ago, MorganClark said: Edge was in Nassau yesterday and I managed to snag a couple of pics of her; I can’t wait to be on her! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MorganClark Posted July 17, 2021 #3663 Share Posted July 17, 2021 2 minutes ago, IamAlyce said: I can’t wait to be on her! Me 2! But my cruise isn't until Oct 2nd. At least I have Adventure of the Seas today to hold me over... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dianew138 Posted July 17, 2021 #3664 Share Posted July 17, 2021 On 6/27/2021 at 4:06 PM, coastcat said: Regarding NCL - there is a staff-hosted solo gathering every day. It’s not limited to ships with solo cabins! If there is sufficient interest, the host will arrange a reserved table & time at one of the MDRs. They may also set up group outings to evening shows. The gatherings would also be an opportunity to connect with others and perhaps arrange group dinners at the specialty restaurants. Thanks for the information. That will make it easier. This will be my first time traveling solo in a long time and this will be my first time on NCL. I will be on the Norwegian Jade for the 9 Day Greek Isles on March 30, 2022 and the Norwegian Prima for the 10 day Norwegian Fjords on September 13, 2022. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coastcat Posted July 18, 2021 #3665 Share Posted July 18, 2021 3 hours ago, dianew138 said: Thanks for the information. That will make it easier. This will be my first time traveling solo in a long time and this will be my first time on NCL. I will be on the Norwegian Jade for the 9 Day Greek Isles on March 30, 2022 and the Norwegian Prima for the 10 day Norwegian Fjords on September 13, 2022. Take good care of Prima. I’ll be on the September 23, 2022 transatlantic sailing! 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GTVCRUISER Posted July 18, 2021 #3666 Share Posted July 18, 2021 Solo Cruise on the Koningsdam October 10th 2021 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OctoberLace Posted July 18, 2021 #3667 Share Posted July 18, 2021 I've updated my plans for solo cruising 2021, 2022, and 2023. 10/23-30/2021 Celebrity Edge Single Infinite Veranda - 7 day Eastern Caribbean R/T Ft. Lauderdale 08/14-21/2022 Cunard Queen Victoria Inside - 7 day The Fjords R/T Southampton 10/17-26/2023 NCL Getaway Solo - 9 day Baltic w/overnight St. Petersburg R/T Copenhagen 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SeaDazer26 Posted July 24, 2021 #3668 Share Posted July 24, 2021 i just found this discussion group on CC. Recently, I booked my first solo cruise for Nov. 6-18 on Zuiderdam (Sea of Cortez). I can’t wait! I’m also booked on Oct. 6 2022 for 34 days on Noordam (San Diego to Sydney). I am remaining optimistic that Australia and NZ open up by then…. fingers crossed! 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Crew News Posted July 24, 2021 #3669 Share Posted July 24, 2021 3 minutes ago, AJain said: i just found this discussion group on CC. Recently, I booked my first solo cruise for Nov. 6-18 on Zuiderdam (Sea of Cortez). I can’t wait! I’m also booked on Oct. 6 2022 for 34 days on Noordam (San Diego to Sydney). I am remaining optimistic that Australia and NZ open up by then…. fingers crossed! As an often-time cruiser on both ships as well as a solo, you will enjoy both ships. The Taco Bar next to the indoor pool provided my nacho fix almost every day. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SeaDazer26 Posted July 25, 2021 #3670 Share Posted July 25, 2021 Thank you, I have been on a HAL cruise before, but not these ships. But I somehow missed the taco bar. A nacho fix is always welcome, along with a margarita! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MorganClark Posted July 25, 2021 #3671 Share Posted July 25, 2021 1 hour ago, AJain said: Thank you, I have been on a HAL cruise before, but not these ships. But I somehow missed the taco bar. A nacho fix is always welcome, along with a margarita! Is HAL "solo-friendly"? And if yes, how so? (i.e. studio cabins). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Midwestern Cruiser Posted July 25, 2021 #3672 Share Posted July 25, 2021 8 hours ago, MorganClark said: Is HAL "solo-friendly"? And if yes, how so? (i.e. studio cabins). I think they are (sail solo with them pretty often), though not as good as NCL with meet ups and dining (they have an onboard host who coordinates daily singles/solos activities) and maybe not by cabin standards (only two ships, to my knowledge, have studio/single cabins: Koningsdam and Nieuw Statendam, which is ok with me, because I don't really like them). Still, Holland does make an effort. More so than Royal or Carnival, for sure. I pulled my last two HAL cruise folders (one Alaska; one Caribbean). Both had the hosted luncheon on the first sea day, making it easy to meet and recognize others during the sailing, and evening lounge meet ups either day of sailing or the next night. I remember on the Caribbean sailing some of us got together to play trivia one evening and then kind of took over the lounge afterwards -- was nice. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SeaDazer26 Posted July 26, 2021 #3673 Share Posted July 26, 2021 This is an excerpt from a CC article, which maybe helpful: Holland America Line is renowned for catering to solo cruisers. There are plenty of programs that don't require partners, and activities that can be delightfully solitary or a means to meeting others. (The culinary programs, from hands-on cooking workshops to wine tastings, are tons of fun.) The Single Partners Program, available on most voyages, offers hosted onboard solo traveler events like cocktail mixers and games, too. Singles are invited to dine together (by advance request). The line's biggest and newest ships, Koningsdam, Nieuw Statendam and Rotterdam, offer 12 solo cabins. The solo cabins are all ocean view and range from 127 to 172 square feet. They feature all of the same amenities of a double-occupancy cabin, but with a twin bed. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Midwestern Cruiser Posted July 26, 2021 #3674 Share Posted July 26, 2021 2 hours ago, AJain said: This is an excerpt from a CC article, which maybe helpful: Holland America Line is renowned for catering to solo cruisers. There are plenty of programs that don't require partners, and activities that can be delightfully solitary or a means to meeting others. (The culinary programs, from hands-on cooking workshops to wine tastings, are tons of fun.) The Single Partners Program, available on most voyages, offers hosted onboard solo traveler events like cocktail mixers and games, too. Singles are invited to dine together (by advance request). The line's biggest and newest ships, Koningsdam, Nieuw Statendam and Rotterdam, offer 12 solo cabins. The solo cabins are all ocean view and range from 127 to 172 square feet. They feature all of the same amenities of a double-occupancy cabin, but with a twin bed. Pretty sure a good part of this info is from a program cancelled years ago. It's actually mentioned in another CC discussion as being from 2007. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
croozbabe Posted July 26, 2021 #3675 Share Posted July 26, 2021 15 hours ago, MidwesternCruiser2 said: Pretty sure a good part of this info is from a program cancelled years ago. It's actually mentioned in another CC discussion as being from 2007. I believe that all 3 of those ships were built long AFTER 2007. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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