Cruising is a wonderful experience and it can be especially rewarding for singles! There is no reason to stay home just because you are not traveling with anybody. Cruising is a great opportunity to travel to places you’ve always wanted to see in the utmost of comfort.

In fact, a cruise is a relaxed, comfortable way to meet new people, including other passengers who are also sailing by themselves. In addition to the several onboard activities, cruising offers the single passenger an increasing number of onboard activities, planned shore excursions (a great place to meet people) as well as nightly entertainment, where one does not have to feel uncomfortable attending alone. Additionally, there are interesting guest lecturers, computer centers, art auctions, cooking classes and wine-tasting and much more that can also be enjoyed onboard as well. Most cruise ships also now boast high-tech fitness centers as well as the finest spas!

Cruising lends an intimate and comfortable feeling, despite the size of the ship, and offers a camaraderie not found in land-based resorts. The cruise director will also have functions such as singles’ cocktail parties, group games, bridge tournaments and other social gatherings to make sure everyone gets to meet each other. At dinner, if you like, you can also be seated whenever possible, with other singles. For those interested, many lines offer a "Gentleman Host" program, to assure you have a dance partner.

However, one can always seek solitary pursuits as well. There are wonderful libraries onboard and many nooks and crannies if you just want to relax and be by yourself. This is your cruise vacation to do whatever you please.

So, if you would like to travel to wonderful ports and dine on fine cuisine and enjoy top-rate entertainment and maybe even meet some new friends, try a cruise vacation, you won’t regret it!

Singles' Guide to Cruising
By Ilene Griffen