1st time single cruiser

[lyttleone1977]

Hello all,

 

I am a first time cruiser and single cruiser.I am so looking forward to my trip and I am just curious of anything I should really be aware of. I have read these boards, but after a while everything starts to run together! Any advice would be appreciated!!

[Roz]

Where are you sailing, what ship, and when?

 

Roz

[lyttleone1977]

I keep forgetting I need to put that in even though I have my ticker with it all there! Haha!

 

I am sailing July 31st on Carnival Imagination to Grand Cayman and Ocho Rios.

[LizaMM]

Here's wishing you a wonderful cruise!! Personally, I think that a cruise id the VERY BEST vacation for a single traveler!!

 

When I cruise solo

 

- I always request a late dinner seating at a large table.

 

- I have fun with the crew but am aware that they are doing the same.

 

- I book ship sponsored shore excursions

 

- I am friendly and talk to anyone, have hung out with singles, married couples, younger people, older people, etc.

 

 

- Check out a Cruise Critic Roll Call Thread

 

- Make sure to do WHAT I want WHEN I want to

 

:D Cruising solo is ownderful! You should have a great vacation!!

[Island Annie]

Remember that the key to a "Fun" cruise is "Participation".

 

Participate in as many onboard activities as you possibly can. It's a great way to meet new people, make new friends, and create memories that will last a lifetime.

 

 

 

Annie

[snowbird1]

I think LizMM has summed it up very well. Hopefully there are other singles already posting on the CC board for that sailing. I have actually been on that ship as a single. The only thing I would add and Liz touched on this is the crew. Just remember that the officiers and other crew members are out having fun each and every week with a new group of passengers and usually it is the women. So go and have fun and remember the crew can sometimes be very friendly. Frequently I notice that on formal nights the officiers and crew (one allowed to mingle with pass) are out in the Disco and places like that.

 

Have a great trip. Going single can really be fun and I have my next one planned already as well.