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 CRUISING FOR SINGLES
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First Choice offers two cruise shipssailing round the Mediterranean, both of which offer single cabins. On the Ausonia there are no supplements for a single cabin. On the first day at sea every solo passenger will be invited by the cruise director to join him for a cocktail at a special 'Ice Breakers' get together - an ideal opportunity to meet others travelling alone.
Fred. Olsen ships are of a classic cruise ship size, smaller than those larger vessels designed for the mass market. There is a constant welcoming and personalised onboard mood where all passengers get to know each other and there is a friendly service that's always attentive but never obtrusive. The size of the ships make it perfect for making new friends among fellow guests.
Travelling alone on Black Prince offers excellent value in single cabins on Main and Lido Deck and a good selection of inside and outside cabins, designed specifically for single occupancy. Black Watch also offers single inside and outside cabins as well as deluxe cabins, tailor made for the solo traveller to cruise in comfort. Gentlemen hosts are available to ensure that single ladies are never too long without a dance partner. On Black Watch four hosts are available on each cruise, while on Black Prince there are two hosts on longer cruises and the Christmas / New Year cruise.
Holland America Line welcomes single travellers with a 'Tradition of Excellence' that includes a special cocktail party that enables guests travelling alone to meet up. Lady or gent share accommodation is available to keep the costs of solo cruising down. On longer voyages, such as the Panama Canal and Hawaii cruises (12 days+), social hosts keep single guests laughing and dancing.
Norwegian Coastal Voyage is the ideal alternative cruise for the single traveller. Sailing along an ever-changing coastline, your journey is provided by one of the world's most stunning coastlines. The coastal voyage is an informal cruise on very modern or traditional working vessels in an atmosphere perfect for meeting fellow passengers from around the world. Norwegian Coastal Voyages also have special single departures with no supplements.
Orient Lines is a very 'singles friendly' company. Long cruises of the Marco Polo and Crown Odyssey feature a trio of gentleman hosts for dancing, cocktail parties and bridge and to provide friendly companionship for ladies travelling on their own. On each cruise there is also an introductory cocktail party for solo travellers. The line operates a 'lady share' or 'gentleman share' scheme, to enable single travellers to share a twin cabin with a person of the same sex. A limited number of single cabins is available at no supplement, while supplements for sole use of a twin cabin start from only 10 per cent. On long-haul cruises, the supplement does not usually exceed 25 per cent. Singles can also benefit from late sales offers.
Page & Moy have dedicated single cabins, although numbers are limited and often get booked up well in advance. They also offer to match people up with other singles of the same sex to share a cabin and thus save costs. Individuals sailing alone should contact Page & Moy before sailing, as the number of cabins available for single occupancy may occasionally be increased.
P&O Cruises carries a high percentage of single passengers on all its ships: Arcadia, Aurora, Oriana and Victoria. Singles can enjoy the wide range of activities and entertainment available to all passengers. In addition, there are optional dedicated gatherings for those travelling on their own. If passengers wish to attend the Captain's Gala Cocktails in a group, there are often organised get-togethers arranged beforehand. All ships have numerous cabins for single passengers while Aurora and Oriana have the extra advantage of double-bedded cabins.
Princess Cruises: Those travelling on their own on any of the nine Princess Cruises ships will be able to enjoy a wide choice of activities and entertainment on cruises ranging from the Caribbean and Alaska to the Mediterranean and world-wide. These range from scuba diving lessons, wine tastings and aerobics classes to spectacular shows and cabarets, fashion shows and golf putting competitions. 'Grand Class' cruising with Princess means freedom of choice for passengers to create their own cruise experience.
Silversea Cruises has a limited number of suites available for purchase on a single occupancy. The single supplement ranges from 10 per cent to 100 per cent of the per person fare depending on the cruise and accommodation type selected. While on board single travellers are invited to a special cocktail party to meet new friends.
Sta Cruisesvessels have a daily programme full of activities that the single traveller can join in with just as much as if they were travelling with others. Once onboard the friendly atmosphere ensures it is not long before you have new friends to share your trip. Free & easy dining means you have the choice of being seated alone or staff will introduce you to a couple or group of dining companions who are always willing to share their experiences of the day.
Swan Hellenic: Single passengers travelling on Minerva II will find themselves able to take advantage of the many opportunities open to those cruising alone. The 'no fixed seating' policy in the dining room gives people the chance to meet new companions at each meal. Single cruisers are also invited to their own cocktail party during the cruise. The increase in one-week cruises is encouraging more and more single travellers to sample Swan Hellenic.
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