Solo Cruise Adventures

Sail Your Own Way

Cruising solo isn't a compromise — it's one of the easiest ways to see the world, with company whenever you want it and quiet time whenever you don't. These six cruise lines make it easier, with solo-friendly staterooms, reduced supplements and onboard programming built for meeting fellow travelers.

Your Guide to Solo Cruising
Yes — cruising is consistently ranked as one of the most solo-friendly ways to travel. You only unpack once, meals and excursions naturally put you around other people and the ship itself offers built-in structure and safety that independent trips don't always provide. Many solo travelers say the hardest part is deciding which itinerary to book.
Not necessarily. Most cruise fares are priced for two people sharing a cabin, so solo travelers are typically charged a "single supplement" to cover the difference. Many cruise lines offer ways around this, whether that's a dedicated solo stateroom priced for one, a reduced supplement on select sailings, or promotional periods where the supplement is waived entirely.
Each cruise line offers its own ways to connect: solo traveler welcome receptions, shared or communal dining tables, hosted cocktail hours and lounges designed specifically for guests sailing alone. Shore excursions are another natural icebreaker, since you're touring in a small group alongside other travelers regardless of whether you booked solo.
Norwegian Cruise Line pioneered single-occupancy Studio cabins with their own private lounge and AmaWaterways, Scenic and Emerald each offer dedicated single-occupancy staterooms on select ships. Regent Seven Seas and Silversea don't have solo-specific cabin categories, but both regularly reduce or waive the single supplement on select suite categories and sailings.
Solo traveler enjoying a cruise
Image Courtesy of Norwegian Cruise Line®

Best Destinations for Solo Travelers

Not every itinerary is built the same — these are the standout destinations for cruising solo.

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