Solo at 25 and married?

[SUN TURNIP]

My mother and I have a cruise booked and it looks as if she may not get to go. It is in less than 2 weeks! I am a 25 yr old female and I am married. My question is do you think if I went on this cruise by myself that I would have a good time? Do you think safety is a factor? Any input would be great! I am kind of nervous about going at it alone...but I either go alone or cancel it all together. I have asked numerous people to go with me and no one can (husband can't go b/c of work). Help!

[wrp96]

I went on my first solo cruise at age 27 (literally turned 27 while on the cruise) and had a great time. I found it very relaxing and freeing to be able to do what I wanted, when I wanted on vacation without worrying about making sure somebody else was happy as well.

 

Safety wise just be aware of your surroundings and use common sense you should be fine.

[jp2001]

Hi,

I was 27 on my last cruise (solo but I have a boyfriend for over 2 years now) and had a great time. If you are a little worried about safety, maybe you should book all your excursions with the cruise line instead of going on your own in ports. On the ship, I don’t think you have to worry too much about safety, there are staff members everywhere if you need them and the cabins lock with a key card so nobody can enter your room without your consent (except the room steward, who can enter when you don’t have the extra lock on). If you go to the night club or even at other bars, there might be some single guys who approach you thinking you are also single but, in my experience, if you simply tell them that you are happily married and that you wish your husband could have joined you, they will be comprehensive and won’t try to get more from you than a casual chit-chat.

I know my boyfriend was worried when I went on the cruise by myself but I made sure to tell him how much I respected him despite all these guys around and, in fact, I think he now have even more trust in me because of this. He also has decided that he won’t miss another opportunity to come with me next time I cruise .

Please, don’t cancel your cruise and lose all that money, I’m sure you will love this new experience.

[yellowbird23]

I wish I was only 25. Nothing would stop me from doing something I love, even if it meant going it alone. As for the bar scene, if someone approaches you just walk away or tell them that your husband went to the casino or somewhere else and you will be meeting him later on. You don't have to explain to ANYONE why you are by yourself or even that you are for that matter.

 

As for the ports, I agree with the other people (although I don't do it myself). Join ship excursions. There is always someone who you can strike up a conversation with. I am 61 and prefer to travel alone. In fact, two weeks ago I went with three other women and had the worst time in my cruising experience. yabba yabba yabba....

 

Just be aware of your surroundings at all times and don't venture into situations where you feel uncomfortable. I felt like I was being followed on a solo venture in Nassau and promptly proceeded to ask a couple walking in front of me if they minded my joining them for a while to make sure I wasn't being followed and they were quite hospitable to my request.

 

GO...GET OUT THERE...HAVE A GOOD TIME:D

[SUN TURNIP]

Thanks for the feedback! I will make my decision by tomorrow so wish me luck!

[jp2001]

Please let us know what your decision is.

[TessM]

Yes, you will have a good time. (actually, I'm sure you'll have a great time)

 

No, safety won't be a problem. You'll be fine. I'm (much) older than you and single (never married). I feel completely safe on a cruise ship.

 

I hope you decide to go it alone. I know that if you do, you won't regret it.

 

Good luck with your decision.

 

 

My mother and I have a cruise booked and it looks as if she may not get to go. It is in less than 2 weeks! I am a 25 yr old female and I am married. My question is do you think if I went on this cruise by myself that I would have a good time? Do you think safety is a factor? Any input would be great! I am kind of nervous about going at it alone...but I either go alone or cancel it all together. I have asked numerous people to go with me and no one can (husband can't go b/c of work). Help!

[SUN TURNIP]

Well I did it! I am taking the plunge and I'm going on the cruise by myself! I am really nervous about it and I hope that I have a great time! Thanks to all that replied and wish me luck! I will be leaving in 9 days!

[DiveMaster]

Pretty benign Mexican ports - should do well. Just hang around the ship in New Orleans or play tourist in the French Quarter with a group during the day.

 

Well I did it! I am taking the plunge and I'm going on the cruise by myself! I am really nervous about it and I hope that I have a great time! Thanks to all that replied and wish me luck! I will be leaving in 9 days!

[dburger]

Get in communication with some of the people on the roll call for your ship...I made contact with some of them once we boarded and it made for smooth sailing.

[jp2001]

Good decision!

[SUN TURNIP]

Well I leave on Monday and I will sure let ya'll know how it went! Thanks for all the input!

[jp2001]

I'll be waiting for your review.

Dnjoy yourself and take this opportunity to think about you, and you only, you deserve it!

Have a good trip!

JP

[Lois R]

Well I leave on Monday and I will sure let ya'll know how it went! Thanks for all the input!

 

How was your cruise???