Travelling alone can be a little daunting, especially the first time.  If you’re toying with the idea of travelling by yourself but you’re not quite sure, let us put your mind at ease.

First of all, cruising is a great option for solo travellers.  All of your travel arrangements are taken care of.  You won’t be arriving in a dodgy train station in the middle of the night by yourself, trying to find your way to your hotel with a taxi driver that seems to be taking all the back streets through town. 

Dining is easy as you’ll be seated with other guests which is a great way to mix and mingle so you won’t be left on your own, and excursions are done mainly in groups so it’s a great way to meet other people. 

There are often online chat groups for people travelling solo on the same voyage where you can meet people before your board, or sometimes there may be a function on board for solo travellers.

The main drawback to travelling alone is usually price as you often pay double the cost (being the full room cost instead of sharing this with someone else).  However, many cruise lines are addressing this issue and reducing or removing the solo traveller supplement to make it more affordable.  Some will also offer a “share” option where they will match you up with another solo traveller of the same sex so that you pay the twin rate.  Of course, this makes it more affordable and if you’re an easy-going person and able to adapt to a stranger’s idiosyncrasies in a confined space, this is a great option. 

There are also decided benefits to travelling alone.  You can do what you want, when you want without having to please anyone else!  You can choose which excursions you would like to do, or return to the ship when you are ready without waiting for anyone else.  There are plenty of opportunities to meet and chat with other guests or spend some time reading a book or in your own company.  Travelling alone means your holiday becomes all about you.

We have a range of cruise options that cater for solo travellers – some with share options or reduced solo prices.  Give us a call to discuss or email us here with your enquiry.

Image: Paul Gauguin Cruises