I’m a solo traveller – these seven cruise holidays are perfect for first-timers
Kaye Holland
Senior digital editor World of Cruising; Co-founder Away with Words; Guest presenter The Women’s Football Podcast and Squad Goals
With sailings starting from ￡169, cruises are often cost-effective and a great way to get to know fellow passengers
Planning a solo holiday? You’re not alone. According to the travel association Abta, the number of people who are going on holiday toute seule rose from 6 per cent in 2011 to 16 per cent in 2023. And cruise lines are taking note.
“Since we launched our solo staterooms in 2010 with Norwegian Epic, they have been popular with single travellers,” said David J Herrera, president of Norwegian Cruise Line. “After realising the growing demand, we have now expanded single-occupancy staterooms across our fleet.”
For those who are keen to travel solo, but feel apprehensive, a cruise could be the perfect way to start. All the hassle is taken out of the planning, and you’ll meet people at mealtimes, social events and on excursions.
What’s more, an increasing number of ocean and river cruise lines are offering dedicated solo accommodation and reducing single supplements – if not waiving them altogether – on selected sailings. Here is our pick of the best cruises for solo travellers.
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