Celebrity Solstice sailing Feb 1st

[Rawhide1679]

50 year old male, very athletic, 1st timer sailing solo with a wild group of very diverse couples. I've been told by all my experienced cruiser friends that since I'm not in a relationship I will have a great time regardless. Worst case is I'll dance with all the other guys wives. Any advise from some of you more experienced male or female cruisers? Any single women 45-55 who are athletic, like to have fun, dance going solo on this cruise?

[Host Kat]

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