Do a lot of singles go on cruises?

There are single cruisers on almost every ship. Some sail solo and others are in friend or family groups. Dining arrangements, onboard activities and port tours make meeting like-minded people easy. Also, it's socially acceptable to strike up conversations with others throughout the ship.



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Do people cruise alone? Yes, people cruise by themselves for a number of reasons. Many widows and widowers set sail on their own, as do cruisers whose friends don't have the money or vacation time to tag along. Other travelers simply want some me time.

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Singles who travel on singles cruises come from all over the US, Canada and even around the world. Most of our singles are professionals or retired people who are interested in having fun and meeting new friends. Most of us don't like traveling alone and enjoy being part of a fun group.

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Cruise lines report that as many as 20% of their passengers are solo travelers, so there are plenty of opportunities to make friends and have a great time. If you previously ignored cruises as an option for solo travel, think again. Your next solo adventure might be on a cruise ship.

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Norwegian Cruise Line, Royal Caribbean and Carnival are all still great choices for this age group, whether you're traveling on your own or with a group of single friends. Another cruise line that works well for young singles is Virgin Voyages, which is child-free and has rooms and activities designed for singles.

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How To Get Laid On A Cruise
  1. Picking The Right Cruise Line, Date, and Itinerary. ...
  2. Shorter Cruises Let You Be A Baller On A Budget. ...
  3. Bring A Wingman or Wingwoman With You. ...
  4. Don't Get (Too) Drunk. ...
  5. Look For Activities That Involve Social Interaction. ...
  6. Pick The Right Shore Excursions. ...
  7. Get Noticed (in a good way!)


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It shouldn't be a surprise, then, that hookups can and do happen on a cruise. Call it love, call it romance, call it a one-night stand. No matter what you call it, there are people on every cruise that end up getting down after meeting on the ship.

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Because most cruise ship staterooms are meant to hold at least two people, booking a room by yourself often means still paying higher prices that are equivalent to two people. According to Cruise Critic, some cruise ships have solo cabins that are meant for just one person, but it's not common.

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Cruises can be social vacations, and many avid sailors report making great friends onboard.

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In very general terms, cruising attracts adults ranging in age from their 30s through to their 80s, and you will not find a ship full, exclusively, of 20 year olds.

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What Kinds of People Go On a Cruise?
  • GLOBAL EXPLORERS.
  • RELAXATION SEEKERS.
  • HOPELESS ROMANTICS.
  • WORKAHOLICS.
  • SOCIAL BUTTERFLIES.
  • THE OPEN-MINDED.


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You Can Do Things Together When you go on a cruise vacation, you don't have to deal with the distractions that keep you away as you try to get to know each other. Instead, you have each other's full attention as you make memories together and talk about your hopes and dreams.

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With a variety of onboard activities, entertainment options, and excursions to choose from, Royal Caribbean offers plenty of opportunities for solo travelers to meet new people.

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A solo cruise is an excellent vacation choice if you're looking to experience exciting destinations around the world and make new friends along the way. Sometimes you don't want to wait to see a destination until you have a travel partner who can go with you.

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Many people suggest $100 per day, and this has generally worked well for me in my cruising experiences. Here are some guidelines to help you decide how much money to bring on a cruise.

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A few cruise lines feature a limited number of cabins designated for single occupancy sparing the solo cruiser from having to pay double. While cruise lines advertise these single cabins as having no supplement, the single rate is usually slightly higher than the per-person rate of comparable double occupancy cabins.

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Friendships forged on a cruise can last a lifetime and, if you are looking for love, or at least open to finding a partner, then you could well find someone special while you're both 'all at sea'. The easy, relaxed atmosphere encourages intimacy and lowers the barriers between fellow travellers.

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Cruise ships often offer some of the unhealthiest foods to their guests. From burgers and fries to doughnuts, cakes and entire buffets, you're very likely to overeat. With all kinds of drinks and cocktails on board, you'll also be likely to imbibe plenty of harmful alcohol.

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In answer to your burning question, 'Does Tinder work on a cruise ship? ', the short answer is yes… but there are a few caveats you need to be aware of. Yes, Tinder does work on a cruise ship, but as with any location-based app it may not be accurate – after all, the cruise ship is moving from port to port.

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Most cruise lines will let you book a cruise on your own when you turn 21. Some let you cruise when you're 18, but not if there's a US port on the itinerary. A couple, including Carnival, set 25 as the minimum age (with a couple of exceptions). What cruise can you go on alone at 18?

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The Temptation Cruise is by far the best value for your money in our opinion. Not only are their prices lower than any other charter, but they throw in a liquor package too. No one else does that. It speaks volumes about how they really do hope to please you.

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Our Cruise Experts have selected the following as their top three picks for laid back and informal cruise options:
  • Norwegian Cruise Line. For an informal and relaxed cruise holiday our Cruise Experts top recommendation would be Norwegian Cruise Line. ...
  • Princess Cruises. ...
  • Oceania.


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