It has been awhile since I sent out one of my solo cruise deal newsletters, but am seeing some marvellous deals at the moment, so here we go.
Here are my Top 5 Solo Cruise Picks today!
Why these sailings? There may be solo cabins, reduced/waived single supplements, a great deal overall, or simply good value on an itinerary solos can't usually afford. Fares below INCLUDE TAXES, and are subject to availability.
October 27, 2018 - 15-Night Caribbean cruise from New York to New Orleans on the Norwegian Breakaway
Balcony - $1668 CAD solo
Obstructed oceanview - $1534 CAD solo
Inside - $1039 CAD solo
October 28, 2018 - 14-Night Transatlantic cruise from Rome to Fort Lauderdale on the Koningsdam
Balcony - $1970 CAD solo
Obstructed oceanview - $1970 CAD solo
Inside - $1970 CAD solo
November 11, 2018 - 14-Night South Pacific cruise from Papeete to Auckland on the Maasdam
Obstructed oceanview - $2525 CAD solo + $50 USD credit
Inside - $2266 CAD solo
December 5, 2018 - 17-Night Transatlantic cruise from Rome to Fort Lauderdale on the Pacific Princess
Balcony - $2934 CAD solo
Obstructed oceanview - $2318 CAD solo
Inside - $2318 CAD solo
December 7, 2018 - 15-Night South America Panama Canal cruise from Miami to San Antonio, Chile on the Norwegian Sun
Obstructed oceanview - $2057 CAD solo
Inside - $1923 CAD solo
If you see something you like, please contact me and I can send you more details.
Cheers,
Roberta
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About this newsletter: With so many solo travellers looking for affordable ways to travel, without the dreaded single supplement, I am always watching for specials. Periodically, when I have time, I summarize a few into an email to send to those who may be interested.
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Tuesday, October 9, 2018
Monday, September 3, 2018
Sailing Solo on the Celebrity Edge
The brand new Celebrity Edge, which begins sailing in December 2018, promised to revolutionize cruise travel.
While there are many ways it does this - most newsworthy of all, the "Magic Carpet" (the section of the ship that will reposition up and down one side of the ship) - it is the Single Staterooms with Infinite Verandas that have my attention.
What is an "Infinite Veranda"?
Here is a visual, followed by a description of the solo version, and a link to a video:
Edge Single Stateroom with Infinite Veranda (category ES):
• Stateroom: 142 sq. ft
• Veranda: 42 sq. ft.
• Number: 16 cabins
• Deck: 6
Curious? Check out this video of how the Edge infinite verandas transform.
I'm curious and looking forward to hearing reports back from my first clients to sail on her.
Want to sail on The Edge?
Have a look at The Edge sailings, then contact me to make your booking.
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While there are many ways it does this - most newsworthy of all, the "Magic Carpet" (the section of the ship that will reposition up and down one side of the ship) - it is the Single Staterooms with Infinite Verandas that have my attention.
What is an "Infinite Veranda"?
Here is a visual, followed by a description of the solo version, and a link to a video:
Edge Single Stateroom with Infinite Veranda (category ES):
These new and incredible staterooms take our standard veranda stateroom and, with the touch of a button, blur—even erase—the boundaries between inside and outside living space. Your entire living space becomes the veranda, letting you walk right out to the water’s edge. Edge StateroomsSM offer the latest technology that allows you to precisely adjust nearly every comfort feature in your stateroom. The in-room automation allows you to control everything from lighting, to shades, to temperature, and service with a simple touch screen.
• Veranda: 42 sq. ft.
• Number: 16 cabins
• Deck: 6
Curious? Check out this video of how the Edge infinite verandas transform.
I'm curious and looking forward to hearing reports back from my first clients to sail on her.
Want to sail on The Edge?
Have a look at The Edge sailings, then contact me to make your booking.
More from cruisetravelbug
Alaska Cruise Ships 2019 - BIG or small - What's Best?
Death by Selfie: is social media worth it?
South Pacific, without the flights
The Goroka Show
Paris: wandering the city's charming passages
New York: the Meetles
Friday, March 16, 2018
Top 5 Solo Picks - March 16, 2018
Welcome to almost-Spring!
There are some pretty good cruise deals at the moment, and many are solo-friendly. If you're looking for sunshine, there are endless opportunities in the Caribbean (ask me if you want these), but for this newsletter, I'll focus elsewhere.
Here are my Top 5 Solo Cruise Picks today!
Why these sailings? There my be solo cabins, reduced/waived single supplements, a great deal overall, or simply good value on an itinerary solos can't usually afford. Fares below INCLUDE TAXES, and are subject to availability.
April 3, 2018 - 7-Night Pacific Coastal Cruise on Star Princess
Obstructed oceanview - $1466 CAD solo
Inside - $1341 CAD solo
April 15, 2018 - 12-Night Transatlantic Cruise on Norwegian Breakaway
Balcony - $1457 CAD solo
Oceanview - $1256 CAD solo
Inside - $1055 CAD solo
Studio Inside (assigned cabin) - $1653 CAD solo + $50 USD SBC
May 14, 2018 - 4-Night Pacific Coastal Cruise on Explorer of the Seas
Inside virtual balcony - $1066 CAD solo
December 1, 2018 - 7-Night Mediterranean Cruise on Rhapsody of the Seas
Oceanview - $1745 CAD solo
Inside - $1434 CAD solo
December 8, 2018 - 10-Night South Pacific Cruise on Explorer of the Seas
Oceanview - $2266 CAD solo
Inside - $1756 CAD
If you see something you like, please contact me and I can send you more details.
PS. If you are interested in river cruising, we have a huge sale on until March 31 - and there are numerous opportunities for waived single supplements. Drop me a line!
Cheers,
Roberta
About this newsletter: With so many solo travellers looking for affordable ways to travel, without the dreaded single supplement, I am always watching for specials. Periodically, when I have time, I summarize a few into an email to send to those who may be interested.
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There are some pretty good cruise deals at the moment, and many are solo-friendly. If you're looking for sunshine, there are endless opportunities in the Caribbean (ask me if you want these), but for this newsletter, I'll focus elsewhere.
Here are my Top 5 Solo Cruise Picks today!
Why these sailings? There my be solo cabins, reduced/waived single supplements, a great deal overall, or simply good value on an itinerary solos can't usually afford. Fares below INCLUDE TAXES, and are subject to availability.
April 3, 2018 - 7-Night Pacific Coastal Cruise on Star Princess
Obstructed oceanview - $1466 CAD solo
Inside - $1341 CAD solo
April 15, 2018 - 12-Night Transatlantic Cruise on Norwegian Breakaway
Balcony - $1457 CAD solo
Oceanview - $1256 CAD solo
Inside - $1055 CAD solo
Studio Inside (assigned cabin) - $1653 CAD solo + $50 USD SBC
May 14, 2018 - 4-Night Pacific Coastal Cruise on Explorer of the Seas
Inside virtual balcony - $1066 CAD solo
December 1, 2018 - 7-Night Mediterranean Cruise on Rhapsody of the Seas
Oceanview - $1745 CAD solo
Inside - $1434 CAD solo
December 8, 2018 - 10-Night South Pacific Cruise on Explorer of the Seas
Oceanview - $2266 CAD solo
Inside - $1756 CAD
If you see something you like, please contact me and I can send you more details.
PS. If you are interested in river cruising, we have a huge sale on until March 31 - and there are numerous opportunities for waived single supplements. Drop me a line!
Cheers,
Roberta
About this newsletter: With so many solo travellers looking for affordable ways to travel, without the dreaded single supplement, I am always watching for specials. Periodically, when I have time, I summarize a few into an email to send to those who may be interested.
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Saturday, November 4, 2017
Top 5 Solo Picks - November 14, 2017
BRRRRR...!
Does the turn in the weather have you thinking of sunshine?
In case you missed it, be sure to read my recent blog post on Caribbean cruise deals (and be especially cautious about sailings from San Juan, as flights and hotels are still a problem): Are post-hurricane cruises really a great deal?
Here are my Top 5 Solo Cruise Picks today!
Why these sailings? There my be solo cabins, reduced/waived single supplements, a great deal overall, or simply good value on an itinerary solos can't usually afford. Fares below INCLUDE TAXES, and are subject to availability.
November 19, 2017 - 7 night Caribbean cruise sailing roundtrip from Fort Lauderdale on the Eurodam
Balcony - $1315 CAD solo
Obstructed oceanview - $953 CAD solo
Inside - $898 CAD solo
November 25, 2017 - 8 night Caribbean cruise sailing roundtrip from Fort Lauderdale on the Freedom of the Seas
Balcony - $2045 CAD solo
Oceanview - $1383 CAD solo
Promenade View - $1221 CAD solo
Inside - $1086 CAD solo
December 1, 2017 - 8 night Caribbean cruise sailing roundtrip from Fort Lauderdale on the Crown Princess
Obstructed oceanview - $1299 CAD solo
Inside - $1179 CAD solo
December 3, 2017 - 12 night Caribbean cruise sailing roundtrip from New York on the Norwegian Breakaway
Balcony - $1883 CAD solo
Oceanview - $1582 CAD solo
Inside - $1441 CAD solo
December 9, 2017 - 7 night Caribbean cruise sailing roundtrip from Port Canaveral on the Norwegian Epic
Inside "studio"- $913 CAD solo
If you see something you like, please contact me and I can send you more details.
PS. I do all types of travel, so if you are thinking of an all-inclusive resort package, I'm happy to help.
Cheers,
Roberta
About this newsletter: With so many solo travellers looking for affordable ways to travel, without the dreaded single supplement, I am always watching for specials. Periodically, when I have time, I summarize a few into an email to send to those who may be interested.
Want this news as soon as it comes out? Just email me with the word "SUBSCRIBE" in the subject line. Actually, any email works fine. A human will read it (this one), not a bot.
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Does the turn in the weather have you thinking of sunshine?
In case you missed it, be sure to read my recent blog post on Caribbean cruise deals (and be especially cautious about sailings from San Juan, as flights and hotels are still a problem): Are post-hurricane cruises really a great deal?
Here are my Top 5 Solo Cruise Picks today!
Why these sailings? There my be solo cabins, reduced/waived single supplements, a great deal overall, or simply good value on an itinerary solos can't usually afford. Fares below INCLUDE TAXES, and are subject to availability.
November 19, 2017 - 7 night Caribbean cruise sailing roundtrip from Fort Lauderdale on the Eurodam
Balcony - $1315 CAD solo
Obstructed oceanview - $953 CAD solo
Inside - $898 CAD solo
November 25, 2017 - 8 night Caribbean cruise sailing roundtrip from Fort Lauderdale on the Freedom of the Seas
Balcony - $2045 CAD solo
Oceanview - $1383 CAD solo
Promenade View - $1221 CAD solo
Inside - $1086 CAD solo
December 1, 2017 - 8 night Caribbean cruise sailing roundtrip from Fort Lauderdale on the Crown Princess
Obstructed oceanview - $1299 CAD solo
Inside - $1179 CAD solo
December 3, 2017 - 12 night Caribbean cruise sailing roundtrip from New York on the Norwegian Breakaway
Balcony - $1883 CAD solo
Oceanview - $1582 CAD solo
Inside - $1441 CAD solo
December 9, 2017 - 7 night Caribbean cruise sailing roundtrip from Port Canaveral on the Norwegian Epic
Inside "studio"- $913 CAD solo
If you see something you like, please contact me and I can send you more details.
PS. I do all types of travel, so if you are thinking of an all-inclusive resort package, I'm happy to help.
Cheers,
Roberta
About this newsletter: With so many solo travellers looking for affordable ways to travel, without the dreaded single supplement, I am always watching for specials. Periodically, when I have time, I summarize a few into an email to send to those who may be interested.
Want this news as soon as it comes out? Just email me with the word "SUBSCRIBE" in the subject line. Actually, any email works fine. A human will read it (this one), not a bot.
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Saturday, October 14, 2017
Top 5 Solo Picks - October 14, 2017
As a solo traveller, you may be eyeing the latest Caribbean cruise deals and thinking that this might be a good time to find a good solo fare. You'd be right, but there are a few pitfalls to avoid. Learn more in my recent blog post, Are post-hurricane cruises really a great deal? Happy reading!
For those of you who like short Pacific Coastal sailings, there are actually two (2) 3-night sailings via Vancouver this winter (we don't normally see ships between November and April). The Star Princess will be going into drydock in BC, so you can sail on her:
Here are my Top 5 Solo Cruise Picks today!
Why these sailings? There my be solo cabins, reduced/waived single supplements, a great deal overall, or simply good value on an itinerary solos can't usually afford. Fares below INCLUDE TAXES, and are subject to availability.
October 29, 2017 - 7 night Bahamas cruise sailing roundtrip from New York on the Norwegian Breakaway
Balcony - $1137 CAD solo
Oceanview - $895 CAD solo
Inside - $695 CAD solo
November 4, 2017 - 7 night Caribbean cruise sailing roundtrip San Juan on the Celebrity Summit
Oceanview - $970 CAD solo
Inside - $879 CAD solo
November 29, 2017 - 3 night Pacific Coastal cruise from Los Angeles to Vancouver on the Star Princess
Balcony - $495 CAD solo
Obstructed oceanview - $423 CAD solo
December 16, 2017 - 3 night Pacific Coastal cruise from Vancouver to Los Angeles on the Star Princess
Balcony - $664 CAD solo
January 6, 2018 - 5 night Caribbean cruise sailing roundtrip from Miami on the Empress of the Seas
Oceanview - $988 CAD solo
Inside - $854 CAD solo
If you see something you like, please contact me and I can send you more details.
Cheers,
Roberta
About this newsletter: With so many solo travellers looking for affordable ways to travel, without the dreaded single supplement, I am always watching for specials. Periodically, when I have time, I summarize a few into an email to send to those who may be interested.
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For those of you who like short Pacific Coastal sailings, there are actually two (2) 3-night sailings via Vancouver this winter (we don't normally see ships between November and April). The Star Princess will be going into drydock in BC, so you can sail on her:
- northbound on November 29th - you'll be the last person to sail in your cabin pre-refit, but don't tell me about your souvenirs!
- southbound on December 16th - followed by some California sun, or perhaps a Mexico or Hawaii cruise?
- better yet, sail on both, and compare the differences!
- I've included both sailings in my Top 5 list below
Here are my Top 5 Solo Cruise Picks today!
Why these sailings? There my be solo cabins, reduced/waived single supplements, a great deal overall, or simply good value on an itinerary solos can't usually afford. Fares below INCLUDE TAXES, and are subject to availability.
October 29, 2017 - 7 night Bahamas cruise sailing roundtrip from New York on the Norwegian Breakaway
Balcony - $1137 CAD solo
Oceanview - $895 CAD solo
Inside - $695 CAD solo
November 4, 2017 - 7 night Caribbean cruise sailing roundtrip San Juan on the Celebrity Summit
Oceanview - $970 CAD solo
Inside - $879 CAD solo
November 29, 2017 - 3 night Pacific Coastal cruise from Los Angeles to Vancouver on the Star Princess
Balcony - $495 CAD solo
Obstructed oceanview - $423 CAD solo
December 16, 2017 - 3 night Pacific Coastal cruise from Vancouver to Los Angeles on the Star Princess
Balcony - $664 CAD solo
January 6, 2018 - 5 night Caribbean cruise sailing roundtrip from Miami on the Empress of the Seas
Oceanview - $988 CAD solo
Inside - $854 CAD solo
If you see something you like, please contact me and I can send you more details.
Cheers,
Roberta
About this newsletter: With so many solo travellers looking for affordable ways to travel, without the dreaded single supplement, I am always watching for specials. Periodically, when I have time, I summarize a few into an email to send to those who may be interested.
Want this news as soon as it comes out? Just email me with the word "SUBSCRIBE" in the subject line. Actually, any email works fine. A human will read it (this one), not a bot.
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Friday, September 15, 2017
Top 5 Solo Picks - September 15, 2017
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| A number of cruilines aided in IRMA rescue effort |
We have all watched the devastation of hurricane Irma with concern and sadness, so a bit of context for the Caribbean sailings you will see listed. As hurricane recovery continues, be aware that itineraries may change. While some ports are closed, others may have their cruise infrastructure restored faster than you might imagine. The islands depend on tourism, so cruise visitors will be welcomed. If you're flexible, you can get a great deal AND make a difference with your travel dollars.
Here are my Top 5 Solo Cruise Picks today!
Why these sailings? There my be solo cabins, reduced/waived single supplements, a great deal overall, or simply good value on an itinerary solos can't usually afford. Fares below INCLUDE TAXES, and are subject to availability.
October 10, 2017 - 12 night repositioning cruse from Quebec City to Fort Lauderdale on the Zuiderdam
Obstructed oceanview - $1420 CAD solo
Inside - $1397 CAD solo
October 21, 2017 - 10 night repositioning cruise from New York to Fort Lauderdale on the Regal Princess
Balcony - $1329 CAD solo
Inside - $1199 CAD solo
October 22, 2017 - 6 night repositioning cruise from New York to San Juan on the Celebrity Summit
Obstructed oceanview - $1015 CAD solo
November 4, 2017 - 7 night Caribbean cruise sailing roundtrip from San Juan on the Celebrity Summit
Balcony - $1706 CAD solo
Obstructed oceanview - $1235 CAD solo
November 25, 2017 - 7 night Caribbean cruise sailing roundtrip from Fort Lauderdale on the Nieuw Amsterdam
Balcony - $1724 CAD solo
Obstructed oceanview - $1052 CAD solo
Inside - $1013 CAD solo
If you see something you like, please contact me and I can send you more details.
Cheers,
Roberta
About this newsletter: With so many solo travellers looking for affordable ways to travel, without the dreaded single supplement, I am always watching for specials. Periodically, when I have time, I summarize a few into an email to send to those who may be interested.
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Monday, September 4, 2017
Top 5 Solo Picks - September 4, 2017
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| "The end of labour is to gain leisure." ~ Aristotle |
Here are my Top 5 Solo Cruise Picks today!
Why these sailings? There my be solo cabins, reduced/waived single supplements, a great deal overall, or simply good value on an itinerary solos can't usually afford. Fares below INCLUDE TAXES, and are subject to availability.
October 4, 2017 - 11-Night Canada / New England Cruise from Quebec City to New York on the Crown Princess
Inside - $2266 CAD solo
November 4, 2017 - 13-Night Caribbean Cruise roundtrip from Fort Lauderdale on the Oosterdam
Balcony - $2155 CAD solo
Oceanview - $1375 CAD solo
Obstructed oceanview - $1291 CAD solo
Inside - $1124 CAD solo
November 6, 2017 - 13-Night Transatlantic Cruise from Civitavecchia (Rome) to San Juan on the Jewel of the Seas
Inside - $1286 CAD solo
September 15, 2018 - 8-Night Asia / Japan Cruise roundtrip from Shanghai on the Quantum of the Seas
Studio balcony (SD) - $1153 CAD solo
Studio inside cabin with virtual balcony (SI) - $958 CAD solo
February 1, 2019 - 8-Night Australia Cruise roundtrip from Sydney on the Explorer of the Seas
Inside - $1220 CAD solo
If you see something you like, please contact me and I can send you more details.
Cheers,
Roberta
About this newsletter: With so many solo travellers looking for affordable ways to travel, without the dreaded single supplement, I am always watching for specials. Periodically, when I have time, I summarize a few into an email to send to those who may be interested.
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Wednesday, October 19, 2016
Solo Travel Flash - October 19, 2016
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| Can you break away for a great solo deal on the Norwegian Breakaway? |
This is a quick extra, as I found some exceptional last minute solo fares today:
October 23, 2016: 7 nights to Bermuda roundtrip New York on the Norwegian Breakaway - $496 CAD solo inside
October 27, 2016: 10 nights from New York to Fort Lauderdale on the Regal Princess - $1298 CAD solo inside
October 28, 2016: 14 nights from Boston to New Orleans on the Norwegian Dawn - $1488 CAD solo
October 30, 2016: 13 nights from Barcelona to Port Canaveral on the Norwegian Epic - $496 CAD solo ($1117 balcony)
November 2, 2016: 17 nights, San Diego to Valparaiso on the Norwegian Sun - $718 CAD solo inside ($783 oceanview) **GREAT DEAL**
November 11, 2016: 6 nights, roundtrip Caribbean from Fort Lauderdale on the Empress of the Seas - $615 CAD solo inside ($742 oceanview)
November 12, 2016: 17 nights, Tianjin to Singapore on the Diamond Princess - $1688 CAD solo inside ($1947 outside)
Plus taxes/fees
All great deals if you can get away last minute. Please contact me for details.
Remember that prices and availability are subject to change. Please act FAST if you are interested!
Cheers,
Roberta - contact me
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Friday, October 7, 2016
Solo Travel News - October 7, 2016
With so many solo travellers looking for affordable ways to travel, without the dreaded single supplement, I am always watching for specials. Periodically, when I have time, I summarize a few into an email to send to those who may be interested.
DID YOU KNOW?
Did you know that there are expedition cruises in that have no single supplements? That's the case with Adventure Canada which, for 4 months each year, sails an ice-breaking expedition ship on fascinating itineraries in the Arctic (including the Northwest Passage), as well as a Newfoundland Circumnavigation and a voyage to Sable Island.
The accommodations on the Ocean Endeavour are modest, as the focus is on nature and historic stops along the way. You'll learn from onboard experts (naturalists, anthropologists, archaeologists, culturists, historians, photographers, etc) and your experiences during shore landings via Zodiacs. These voyages are not cheap, but for the intrepid solo traveller, they make these bucketlist destinations possible.
I've included a link to the voyages, but please contact me for more information, as I have access to exclusive offers.
Adventure Canada
Adventure Canada Expedition Leaders
WORLD EXPLORER
We have "the world on sale" during our World Explorer event with exclusive offers from 11 cruiselines.
If you have a destination in mind that you would like to travel to between now and mid-2018, please let me know and I can provide you some options and tell you what special offers apply. World Explorer ends October 22nd.
A FEW SOLO DEALS AT THE MOMENT
Here are few deals I saw today:
October 19, 2016: 7 nights, Vancouver to Los Angeles on the Star Princess - $908 CAD solo inside
October 24, 2016: 16 nights, Rome to Fort Lauderdale on the Koningsdam (NEW SHIP) - $2077 CAD solo inside ($3177 balcony)
October 30, 2016: 21 nights, Rome to Dubai on the Norwegian Star - $2855 CAD solo inside ($3103 balcony)
December 3, 2016: 7 nights, Caribbean cruise, roundtrip Fort Lauderdale, on the Eurodam - $1141 CAD solo inside
March 25, 2017: 20 nights, Port Canaveral to Barcelona, on the Norwegian Epic - $2876 CAD solo inside
October 15, 2017: 14 nights: Copenhagen to Miami, on the Norwegian Getaway - $1568 CAD solo inside studio
Plus taxes/fees
Please get in touch if something sounds interesting, or if you have a trip idea in mind. Remember that prices and availability are subject to change. If you see something you like, please get in touch as soon as possible.
Looking for something else? While reduced or waived single supplements are hard to find, they do exist, and I can help you find them. A few ships also offer solo staterooms, with no single supplement. I can also assist with tours and land vacations for solos.
Cheers,
Roberta
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| Adventure Canada expedition ships are solo-friendly! |
The accommodations on the Ocean Endeavour are modest, as the focus is on nature and historic stops along the way. You'll learn from onboard experts (naturalists, anthropologists, archaeologists, culturists, historians, photographers, etc) and your experiences during shore landings via Zodiacs. These voyages are not cheap, but for the intrepid solo traveller, they make these bucketlist destinations possible.
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| The Ocean Endeavour sails the Northwest Passage |
Adventure Canada
Adventure Canada Expedition Leaders
WORLD EXPLORER
We have "the world on sale" during our World Explorer event with exclusive offers from 11 cruiselines.
A FEW SOLO DEALS AT THE MOMENT
Here are few deals I saw today:
October 19, 2016: 7 nights, Vancouver to Los Angeles on the Star Princess - $908 CAD solo inside
October 24, 2016: 16 nights, Rome to Fort Lauderdale on the Koningsdam (NEW SHIP) - $2077 CAD solo inside ($3177 balcony)
October 30, 2016: 21 nights, Rome to Dubai on the Norwegian Star - $2855 CAD solo inside ($3103 balcony)
December 3, 2016: 7 nights, Caribbean cruise, roundtrip Fort Lauderdale, on the Eurodam - $1141 CAD solo inside
March 25, 2017: 20 nights, Port Canaveral to Barcelona, on the Norwegian Epic - $2876 CAD solo inside
October 15, 2017: 14 nights: Copenhagen to Miami, on the Norwegian Getaway - $1568 CAD solo inside studio
Plus taxes/fees
Looking for something else? While reduced or waived single supplements are hard to find, they do exist, and I can help you find them. A few ships also offer solo staterooms, with no single supplement. I can also assist with tours and land vacations for solos.
Cheers,
Roberta
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Saturday, September 3, 2016
Solo Travel News - September 3, 2016
With so many solo travellers looking for affordable ways to travel, without the dreaded single supplement, I am always watching for specials. Periodically, when I have time, I summarize a few into an email to send to those who may be interested.
OVATION OF THE SEAS - SOLO CABINS
This week I have been assisting a solo cruiser book some lovely new solo occupancy cabins on the Ovation of the Seas, with no single supplement. This lovely new Royal Caribbean ship (4 months old) has 2 categories of single occupancy cabins onboard. Check these out:
Super Studio Oceanview Stateroom with Balcony (category SB) - available on the Anthem of the Seas and Ovation of the Seas
Studio Interior Virtual View Stateroom (category SI) - available on the Anthem of the Seas, Ovation of the Seas, and the Quantum of the Seas
As a rule, solo cabins sell out quickly, so it's worth booking early. Add to that a solo special right now, and these Asia sailings on the Ovation of the Seas are worth a closer look if you are planning a trip to the region:
March 29, 2017: 5 nights, roundtrip Singapore: $896 CAD solo balcony
April 10, 2017: 4 nights, roundtrip Singapore: $812 solo balcony
February 18, 2018 - 8 nights, roundtrip Sydney: $1347 CAD solo inside / $2137 CAD solo
April 14, 2018: 12 nights, Singapore to Beijing: $1810 CAD solo inside / $2403 CAD solo balcony
Plus taxes/fees
AFFORDABLE HAWAII
I've yet to meet anyone who hasn't liked Hawaii, and I have to agree, so it's often on the top of my solo travel destinations.
Here are a few Hawaii sailings within reach of the solo traveller's budget:
September 24, 2016: 15 nights, Vancouver roundtrip to Hawaii, on the Star Princess - $2836 CAD solo inside
September 25, 2016: 10 nights, Vancouver to Honolulu on the Noordam - $1195 CAD solo inside
September 27, 2016: 6 nights, Vancouver to Honolulu on the Maasdam - $995 CAD solo inside/outside
April 20, 2018: 11 nights, Honolulu to Vancouver on the Carnival Legend - $2510 CAD solo inside
September 13, 2018: 11 nights, Vancouver to Honolulu on the Carnival Legend - $2615 CAD solo inside
Plus taxes/fees
OTHER DESTINATIONS
As a solo traveller, sometimes serendipity rules, and you never know where you will travel to next. Here's a grab bag of great solo fares I found today:
September 10, 2016: 7 nights, Montreal to Boston on the Veendam - $1297 CAD solo inside
September 18, 2016: 7 nights, Vancouver to Los Angeles on the Crown Princess - $1193 CAD solo inside
September 25, 2016: 7 nights, Caribbean cruise, roundtrip Miami, on the Norwegian Getaway: $744 CAD solo inside
September 26, 2016: 4 nights, Vancouver to San Diego, on the Amsterdam: $397 CAD solo inside
September 28, 2016: 14 nights, Vancouver to Tokyo, on the Volendam: $1817 CAD solo inside
October 9, 2016: 10 nights, roundtrip Vancouver to San Francisco (2 days!), on the Star Princess - $2078 CAD solo inside
October 30, 2016: 13 nights, Barcelona to Port Canaveral on the Norwegian Epic - $1240 CAD solo inside studio
December 3, 2016: 7 nights, Caribbean cruise, roundtrip Fort Lauderdale, on the Eurodam: $933 CAD solo inside
January 29, 2017: 6 nights, Mexico cruise roundtrip Los Angeles, on the Carnival Miracle - $1202 CAD solo inside
March 25, 2017: 20 nights, Port Canaveral to Barcelona, on the Norwegian Epic - $2810 CAD solo inside
October 15, 2017: 14 nights: Copenhagen to Miami, on the Norwegian Getaway - $1568 CAD solo inside studio
Plus taxes/fees
DANUBE DREAMING ?
If you are interested in a Danube River cruise from Prague to Budapest, a colleague of mine is organizing an Avalon Waterways sailing on April 15, 2017, and is willing to match up solo travellers who want a cabin mate. There are also a few solo cabins available.
That's it for this time around. I hope you find the information valuable!
Remember that prices and availability are subject to change. If you see something you like, please get in touch as soon as possible.
Looking for something else? While reduced or waived single supplements are hard to find, they do exist, and I can help you find them. A few ships also offer solo staterooms, with no single supplement. I can also assist with tours and land vacations for solos.
Cheers,
Roberta
Want to "SUBSCRIBE" to my periodic solo email updates? Just contact me.
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OVATION OF THE SEAS - SOLO CABINS
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| Solo Balcony Stateroom (category SB) |
Super Studio Oceanview Stateroom with Balcony (category SB) - available on the Anthem of the Seas and Ovation of the Seas
Studio Interior Virtual View Stateroom (category SI) - available on the Anthem of the Seas, Ovation of the Seas, and the Quantum of the Seas
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| Studio "Virtual View" Stateroom (category SI) |
March 29, 2017: 5 nights, roundtrip Singapore: $896 CAD solo balcony
April 10, 2017: 4 nights, roundtrip Singapore: $812 solo balcony
February 18, 2018 - 8 nights, roundtrip Sydney: $1347 CAD solo inside / $2137 CAD solo
April 14, 2018: 12 nights, Singapore to Beijing: $1810 CAD solo inside / $2403 CAD solo balcony
Plus taxes/fees
AFFORDABLE HAWAII
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I've yet to meet anyone who hasn't liked Hawaii, and I have to agree, so it's often on the top of my solo travel destinations. Here are a few Hawaii sailings within reach of the solo traveller's budget:
September 24, 2016: 15 nights, Vancouver roundtrip to Hawaii, on the Star Princess - $2836 CAD solo inside
September 25, 2016: 10 nights, Vancouver to Honolulu on the Noordam - $1195 CAD solo inside
September 27, 2016: 6 nights, Vancouver to Honolulu on the Maasdam - $995 CAD solo inside/outside
April 20, 2018: 11 nights, Honolulu to Vancouver on the Carnival Legend - $2510 CAD solo inside
September 13, 2018: 11 nights, Vancouver to Honolulu on the Carnival Legend - $2615 CAD solo inside
Plus taxes/fees
OTHER DESTINATIONS
As a solo traveller, sometimes serendipity rules, and you never know where you will travel to next. Here's a grab bag of great solo fares I found today:
September 10, 2016: 7 nights, Montreal to Boston on the Veendam - $1297 CAD solo inside
September 18, 2016: 7 nights, Vancouver to Los Angeles on the Crown Princess - $1193 CAD solo inside
September 25, 2016: 7 nights, Caribbean cruise, roundtrip Miami, on the Norwegian Getaway: $744 CAD solo inside
September 26, 2016: 4 nights, Vancouver to San Diego, on the Amsterdam: $397 CAD solo inside
September 28, 2016: 14 nights, Vancouver to Tokyo, on the Volendam: $1817 CAD solo inside
October 9, 2016: 10 nights, roundtrip Vancouver to San Francisco (2 days!), on the Star Princess - $2078 CAD solo inside
October 30, 2016: 13 nights, Barcelona to Port Canaveral on the Norwegian Epic - $1240 CAD solo inside studio
December 3, 2016: 7 nights, Caribbean cruise, roundtrip Fort Lauderdale, on the Eurodam: $933 CAD solo inside
January 29, 2017: 6 nights, Mexico cruise roundtrip Los Angeles, on the Carnival Miracle - $1202 CAD solo inside
March 25, 2017: 20 nights, Port Canaveral to Barcelona, on the Norwegian Epic - $2810 CAD solo inside
October 15, 2017: 14 nights: Copenhagen to Miami, on the Norwegian Getaway - $1568 CAD solo inside studio
Plus taxes/fees
DANUBE DREAMING ?
If you are interested in a Danube River cruise from Prague to Budapest, a colleague of mine is organizing an Avalon Waterways sailing on April 15, 2017, and is willing to match up solo travellers who want a cabin mate. There are also a few solo cabins available.
That's it for this time around. I hope you find the information valuable!
Remember that prices and availability are subject to change. If you see something you like, please get in touch as soon as possible.
Looking for something else? While reduced or waived single supplements are hard to find, they do exist, and I can help you find them. A few ships also offer solo staterooms, with no single supplement. I can also assist with tours and land vacations for solos.
Cheers,
Roberta
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Saturday, June 25, 2016
Solo Travel News - June 25, 2016
With so many solo travellers looking for affordable ways to travel, without the dreaded single supplement, I am always watching for specials. Periodically, when I have time, I summarize a few into an email to send to those who may be interested. Here is a sample:
Welcome to summer!
This continues to be a GREAT time to travel as a solo.
Thinking of Europe? With this yesterday's news of the United Kingdom leaving the European Union, we can expect prices to drop on hotels in London, as well as throughout continental Europe. Combined with the already soft cruise market in Europe, the time to travel to Europe is now!! Fabulous deals abound. Contact me if you want me to take a look for anything.
2016 CRUISES
For those of you looking for a bargain, here are a few cruise deals that I see right now (CAD):
July 2, 2016: Royal Princess - 7-Night Mediterranean Europe Cruise - Rome to Athens - inside $1298 solo +tax
July 16, 2016: Norwegian Escape: 7-Night Caribbean Cruise - roundtrip Miami - studio $1519 solo +tax
July 17, 2016: Eurodam - 12-Night Mediterranean Europe Cruise - roundtrip Venice - oceanview $1460 solo +tax (obstructed view)
July 23, 2016: Empress of the Seas - 5-Night Caribbean Cruise - roundtrip Miami - oceanview $974 solo +tax
July 23, 2016: Queen Victoria - 7-Night Eastern Mediterranean Europe Cruise - Athens to Venice - oceanview $1257 solo +tax (obstructed view)
July 24, 2016: Queen Mary 2 - 8-Night Transatlantic Cruise- New York to Southampton - balcony $1917 solo +tax **UNBELIEVABLE PRICE**
September 2, 2016: Celebrity Millennium - 16-Night Pacific Rim Cruise - Vancouver to Tokyo - inside $1978 solo +tax
October 1, 2016: Carnival Vista - 10-Night Mediterranean Europe Cruise - Barcelona to Athens - October 1, 2016 - inside $1548 solo +tax
November 14, 2016: Celebrity Constellation - 14-Night Middle East Cruise - Istanbul to Abu Dhabi - inside $1478 solo +tax
2017 CRUISES
Planning a little further out, here are some great solo values for 2017:
April 29, 2017: Rhapsody of the Seas - 14-Night Transatlantic Repositioning Cruise - Tampa to Barcelona - inside $1523 solo +tax
October 15, 2017: Norwegian Getaway - 14-Night Transatlantic Cruise from Copenhagen to Miami - studio $1645 solo +tax
November 5, 2017: Rhapsody of the Seas - 14-Night Transatlantic Repositioning Cruise - Barcelona to Tampa - inside $1523 solo +tax
... AND MORE!
There continue to be waived single supplements on many river cruises in Europe. Let me know if you have this on your bucketlist.
Looking for something else? While reduced or waived single supplements are hard to find, they do exist, and I can help you find them. A few ships also offer solo staterooms, with no single supplement. I can also assist with tours and land vacations for solos.
Wondering where to book your cruise? Aside of booking through me because you've benefited from my newsletter, I promise to get you any extras that are available, get you a lower price if one becomes available prior to when your final payment is due, and assist you with as much or as little of the rest of your trip as you wish. If you see a deal you like elsewhere, I can usually match it - I invite you to ask me for a quote. I'm a solo traveller myself, so I understand!
Remember that prices and availability are subject to change. If you see something you like, please get in touch as soon as possible. I am happy to put a cabin on hold while we check airfares (which are quite good right now).
I hope this information is of value. If you have some travel ideas, please get in touch, and I'll see what I can find - and I can keep an eye open for something that fits your budget and destination bucketlist.
Cheers,
Roberta
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| One of amusing cruise ship related BrExit memes Image by "Brighty", found on Bruce on Politics |
This continues to be a GREAT time to travel as a solo.
Thinking of Europe? With this yesterday's news of the United Kingdom leaving the European Union, we can expect prices to drop on hotels in London, as well as throughout continental Europe. Combined with the already soft cruise market in Europe, the time to travel to Europe is now!! Fabulous deals abound. Contact me if you want me to take a look for anything.
2016 CRUISES
For those of you looking for a bargain, here are a few cruise deals that I see right now (CAD):
July 2, 2016: Royal Princess - 7-Night Mediterranean Europe Cruise - Rome to Athens - inside $1298 solo +tax
July 16, 2016: Norwegian Escape: 7-Night Caribbean Cruise - roundtrip Miami - studio $1519 solo +tax
July 17, 2016: Eurodam - 12-Night Mediterranean Europe Cruise - roundtrip Venice - oceanview $1460 solo +tax (obstructed view)
July 23, 2016: Empress of the Seas - 5-Night Caribbean Cruise - roundtrip Miami - oceanview $974 solo +tax
July 23, 2016: Queen Victoria - 7-Night Eastern Mediterranean Europe Cruise - Athens to Venice - oceanview $1257 solo +tax (obstructed view)
July 24, 2016: Queen Mary 2 - 8-Night Transatlantic Cruise- New York to Southampton - balcony $1917 solo +tax **UNBELIEVABLE PRICE**
September 2, 2016: Celebrity Millennium - 16-Night Pacific Rim Cruise - Vancouver to Tokyo - inside $1978 solo +tax
October 1, 2016: Carnival Vista - 10-Night Mediterranean Europe Cruise - Barcelona to Athens - October 1, 2016 - inside $1548 solo +tax
November 14, 2016: Celebrity Constellation - 14-Night Middle East Cruise - Istanbul to Abu Dhabi - inside $1478 solo +tax
2017 CRUISES
Planning a little further out, here are some great solo values for 2017:
April 29, 2017: Rhapsody of the Seas - 14-Night Transatlantic Repositioning Cruise - Tampa to Barcelona - inside $1523 solo +tax
October 15, 2017: Norwegian Getaway - 14-Night Transatlantic Cruise from Copenhagen to Miami - studio $1645 solo +tax
November 5, 2017: Rhapsody of the Seas - 14-Night Transatlantic Repositioning Cruise - Barcelona to Tampa - inside $1523 solo +tax
... AND MORE!
There continue to be waived single supplements on many river cruises in Europe. Let me know if you have this on your bucketlist.
Looking for something else? While reduced or waived single supplements are hard to find, they do exist, and I can help you find them. A few ships also offer solo staterooms, with no single supplement. I can also assist with tours and land vacations for solos.
Wondering where to book your cruise? Aside of booking through me because you've benefited from my newsletter, I promise to get you any extras that are available, get you a lower price if one becomes available prior to when your final payment is due, and assist you with as much or as little of the rest of your trip as you wish. If you see a deal you like elsewhere, I can usually match it - I invite you to ask me for a quote. I'm a solo traveller myself, so I understand!
Remember that prices and availability are subject to change. If you see something you like, please get in touch as soon as possible. I am happy to put a cabin on hold while we check airfares (which are quite good right now).
I hope this information is of value. If you have some travel ideas, please get in touch, and I'll see what I can find - and I can keep an eye open for something that fits your budget and destination bucketlist.
Cheers,
Roberta
Want to "SUBSCRIBE" to my periodic solo email updates? Just contact me.
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Monday, March 21, 2016
Solo travel news - March 21, 2016
With so many solo travellers looking for affordable ways to travel, without the dreaded single supplement, I am always watching for specials. Periodically, when I have time, I summarize a few into an email to send to those who may be interested.
It has been some time since I've done a solos newsletter, so today is the day. The good news is that it is a GREAT time to travel as a solo.
WHY IT'S A GREAT TIME TO TRAVEL SOLO IN EUROPE
Europe is an especially good deal, with low fares that make solo cabins affordable, single supplements waived on almost every river cruiseline, and reduced/waived supplements on coach tours.
I was delighted to be interviewed by Paul Marshman for his blog post about Europe travel deals this spring. Paul is a client of mine and a well-published travel writer, with his own blog, as well as the Globe and Mail, and more... [read more].
A FEW SOLO DEALS AT THE MOMENT
For those of you looking for a bargain, here are a few cruise deals that I see right now (CAD):
Norwegian Epic - 10 night Mediterranean cruise
April 7, 2016 - inside - $948 solo (+tax)
Norwegian Breakaway - 7 night Bahamas cruise
April 10, 2016 - oceanview or balcony - $1265 solo (+tax) - GREAT BALCONY VALUE!
Navigator of the Seas - 8 night Caribbean cruise
April 16, 2016 - inside - $1099 solo (+tax)
Norwegian Escape - 7 night Caribbean cruise
April 16, 2016 - inside - $1132 solo (+tax)
Norwegian Jade - 16 night transatlantic cruise
April 16, 2016 - inside - $948 solo (+tax)
Norwegian Star - 14 night transatlantic - INCREDIBLE PRICE!!!
April 17, 2016 - inside - $679 solo (+tax)
Celebrity Eclipse - 13 night transatlantic cruise
April 17, 2016 - inside - $1082 solo (+tax)
Norwegian Getaway - 7 night Caribbean cruise
April 24, 2016 - inside - $1188 solo (+tax)
Liberty of the Seas - 7 night Caribbean cruise
April 24, 2016 - inside - $1090 solo (+tax)
Independence of the Seas - 13 night transatlantic cruise
May 1, 2016 - inside - $1111 solo (+tax)
Norwegian Star - 7 night Norwegian Fjords cruise
May 1, 2016 - inside - $855 (+tax)
Rhapsody of the Seas - 13 night transatlantic
November 19, 2016 - inside - $1482 solo (+tax)
COACH TOURS
For coach tours, these are great value:
Insight Vacations: Country Roads of Puglia & the Neapolitan
April 1 or October 14, 2016 - 10 days - no single supplement
Trafalgar: Italian Holiday
April 15, 2016 - 7 days - no single supplement
... plus almost all tours in Turkey have single supplements waived!
Please get in touch if something sounds interesting, or if you have a trip idea in mind. Remember that prices and availability are subject to change. If you see something you like, please get in touch as soon as possible.
Looking for something else? While reduced or waived single supplements are hard to find, they do exist, and I can help you find them. A few ships also offer solo staterooms, with no single supplement. I can also assist with tours and land vacations for solos.
Cheers,
Roberta
Want to "SUBSCRIBE" to my periodic solo email updates? Just contact me.
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It has been some time since I've done a solos newsletter, so today is the day. The good news is that it is a GREAT time to travel as a solo.
WHY IT'S A GREAT TIME TO TRAVEL SOLO IN EUROPE
Europe is an especially good deal, with low fares that make solo cabins affordable, single supplements waived on almost every river cruiseline, and reduced/waived supplements on coach tours.
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| How would you like to be here this spring? Photo copyright Paul Marshman |
A FEW SOLO DEALS AT THE MOMENT
For those of you looking for a bargain, here are a few cruise deals that I see right now (CAD):
Norwegian Epic - 10 night Mediterranean cruise
April 7, 2016 - inside - $948 solo (+tax)
Norwegian Breakaway - 7 night Bahamas cruise
April 10, 2016 - oceanview or balcony - $1265 solo (+tax) - GREAT BALCONY VALUE!
Navigator of the Seas - 8 night Caribbean cruise
April 16, 2016 - inside - $1099 solo (+tax)
Norwegian Escape - 7 night Caribbean cruise
April 16, 2016 - inside - $1132 solo (+tax)
Norwegian Jade - 16 night transatlantic cruise
April 16, 2016 - inside - $948 solo (+tax)
Norwegian Star - 14 night transatlantic - INCREDIBLE PRICE!!!
April 17, 2016 - inside - $679 solo (+tax)
Celebrity Eclipse - 13 night transatlantic cruise
April 17, 2016 - inside - $1082 solo (+tax)
Norwegian Getaway - 7 night Caribbean cruise
April 24, 2016 - inside - $1188 solo (+tax)
Liberty of the Seas - 7 night Caribbean cruise
April 24, 2016 - inside - $1090 solo (+tax)
Independence of the Seas - 13 night transatlantic cruise
May 1, 2016 - inside - $1111 solo (+tax)
Norwegian Star - 7 night Norwegian Fjords cruise
May 1, 2016 - inside - $855 (+tax)
Rhapsody of the Seas - 13 night transatlantic
November 19, 2016 - inside - $1482 solo (+tax)
COACH TOURS
For coach tours, these are great value:
Insight Vacations: Country Roads of Puglia & the Neapolitan
April 1 or October 14, 2016 - 10 days - no single supplement
Trafalgar: Italian Holiday
April 15, 2016 - 7 days - no single supplement
... plus almost all tours in Turkey have single supplements waived!
Please get in touch if something sounds interesting, or if you have a trip idea in mind. Remember that prices and availability are subject to change. If you see something you like, please get in touch as soon as possible.
Looking for something else? While reduced or waived single supplements are hard to find, they do exist, and I can help you find them. A few ships also offer solo staterooms, with no single supplement. I can also assist with tours and land vacations for solos.
Cheers,
Roberta
Want to "SUBSCRIBE" to my periodic solo email updates? Just contact me.
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Friday, March 4, 2016
Spring brings tempting travel deals in Europe
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| How would you like to be here this spring? Photo copyright Paul Marshman |
Spring brings tempting travel deals in Europe
It’s been a long winter here in the North, but as spring approaches, those of us who love to travel start thinking about Europe. April in Paris, sun-kissed days on the Mediterranean Sea … there’s no place like it. Problem is, the continent can be expensive — but not so much this year. In fact, travel experts say this could be the year of great travel deals in Europe.
There are exceptional bargains available for European travel this year, says Roberta Westwood, a travel agent with Expedia CruiseShipCenters in British Columbia. And while the reasons are unfortunate, we’re the beneficiaries, as travel companies cut prices far and wide... [read the rest of the article]
I hope you find the content valuable! And, yes, I'd be pleased to help you plan an affordable escape to Europe this year.
You can contact Paul Marshman here:
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Saturday, July 11, 2015
Cruise with Roberta - July 11, 2015
With so many solo travellers looking for affordable ways to travel, without the dreaded single supplement, I am always watching for specials. Periodically, when I have time, I summarize a few into an email to send to those who may be interested. Here is a sample:
AMAWATERWAYS RIVER CRUISES - single supplements waived on all 20015/2016 river cruises!
Nice news in my email this week: AmaWaterways has waived single supplements on all 2015 or 2016 river cruise in Europe, Asia or Africa (select categories). Right now there is no end date on this promotion, but it is capacity controlled and can be withdrawn at any time. If you're thinking about a river cruise as a solo, this is a good time to pick your sailing and put your deposit down!
Crystal Cruises, famous for their all-inclusive luxury sailings, offers special solo fares on select voyages. Here are a few current offers that caught my eye:
Looking for something else? While reduced or waived single supplements are hard to find, they do exist, and I can help you find them. A few ships also offer solo staterooms, with no single supplement. I can also assist with tours and land vacations for solos.
Cheers,
Follow me on Twitter: https://twitter.com/cruisetravelbug
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Nice news in my email this week: AmaWaterways has waived single supplements on all 2015 or 2016 river cruise in Europe, Asia or Africa (select categories). Right now there is no end date on this promotion, but it is capacity controlled and can be withdrawn at any time. If you're thinking about a river cruise as a solo, this is a good time to pick your sailing and put your deposit down!
TRANSATLANTICS ON QUEEN MARY 2 - amazing Anniversary Sale solo fares still available!
There are still amazing solo values on transatlantic sailings on the Queen Mary 2, PLUS generous shipboard credits, all as part of Cunard's 175th anniversary Sale! If this voyage is on your bucketlist, check out these SOLO FARES for inside cabins on QM2 2015 sailings:
- August 11, 8 nights, Southampton to NYC - $1614 CAD (plus $275 credit) - includes port call in Halifax
- August 19, 8 nights, NYC to Southampton - $16153CAD (plus $175 credit)
- August 27, 8 nights, Southampton to NYC - $1538 CAD (plus $175 credit)
- October 29, 7 nights, NYC to Southampton - $1923 (plus $175 credit) - Jazz @ Sea, Natalie Cole
- Plus taxes/fees, subject to change, very limited availability, other dates available
Crystal Cruises, famous for their all-inclusive luxury sailings, offers special solo fares on select voyages. Here are a few current offers that caught my eye:
- May 4, 2016 - 5 nights - San Francisco to Vancouver on the Crystal Serenity - solo inside from $1735 USD (+tax)
- May 22, 2016 - 6 nights - Vancouver to San Francisco on the Crystal Serenity - solo inside from $2080 USD (+tax)
ALL-INCLUSIVE RESORT PACKAGES - there are solo packages available!
I've heard it often, "those packaged deals to sun spots are too expensive for solos!". Perhaps you've evem mumbled this yourself. Well, the good news is that there ARE packages for solos at select resorts. Here are a few sample properties that offer single occupancy rooms at no extra charge:- BARBADOS (Bridgetown): Sea Breeze Beach Hotel (4 stars)
- CUBA (Varadero): Blau Veradero (4 stars), Melia Las Americas (4.5 stars), Memories Varadero Beach Resort (4 stars)
- DOMINICAN REPUBLIC (Punta Cana): Breathless Resort (5 stars), Dreams Palm Beach (5 stars), Majestic Colonial (5 stars)
- JAMAICA (Negril): Sandy Haven Resort (4.5 stars)
- MEXICO (Cancun): Dreams Sands Cancun Resort And Spa (4.5 stars), Secrets Playa Mujeres Golf And Spa Resort (5 stars)
- MEXICO (Cozumel): Secrets Aura Cozumel (4.5 stars)
- MEXICO (Los Cabos): Secrets Puerto Los Cabos Golf And Spa (5 stars)
- MEXICO (Riviera Maya): Now Sapphire Riviera Cancun (5 stars), Secrets Capri (5 stars), Secrets Silversands (5 stars)
- ... to name a few!
... AND MORE!
I currently have reduced or waived single supplement offers from Avalon Waterways, Uniworld Boutique River Cruises, to name just a few. For land tours, I have great solo fares with Insight Vacations and Trafalgar (great deals in Egypt and Turkey!). Please get in touch if you are thinking about planning a trip!
Remember that prices and availability are subject to change. If you see something you like, please get in touch as soon as possible.
Looking for something else? While reduced or waived single supplements are hard to find, they do exist, and I can help you find them. A few ships also offer solo staterooms, with no single supplement. I can also assist with tours and land vacations for solos.
Cheers,
Roberta
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Saturday, May 16, 2015
Cruise With Roberta - Solo specials - May 16, 2015
I periodically send out an email of solo travel specials (see the example below). If you would like to receive these, just let me know.
With so many solo travellers looking for affordable ways to travel, without the dreaded single supplement, I am always watching for specials. Periodically, when I have time, I summarize a few into an email to send to those who may be interested.
August 16, 2015 - 7 nights
Sailing roundtrip from Copenhagen on the Crystal Symphony
Ports: Warnemunde (for Berlin), Helsinki, St. Petersburg (overnight) - plus 2 sea days to enjoy the ship
http://www.cruiseshipcenters.com/Cruise/en-US/RobertaWestwood/Itinerary?item=674162
Solo fare reduced from $4,285 USD to $2,885 USD - book by June 30
May 6, 2016 - 5 nights
Sailing from San Francisco to Vancouver on the Crystal Serenity Ports: Astoria, Seattle, Victoria
http://www.cruiseshipcenters.com/Cruise/en-US/RobertaWestwood/Itinerary?item=654899
Solo fare reduced from $2,735 USD to $1,735 USD - book by June 30
June 28, 2015 - 7 nights
Sailing roundtrip from Vancouver on the Celebrity Infinity http://www.cruiseshipcenters.com/Cruise/en-CA/RobertaWestwood/Itinerary?item=629006
150% reduced single supplement - book on May 19 or 20 only
June 21, 2015 - 10 nights
Sailing from Venice to Rome on the Celebrity Constellation
Ports: begin with an overnight and full day in Venice, then Dubrovnik (overnight), Kotor, Kerkyra (Corfu), Katakolon (Olympia), Valetta (Malta) http://www.cruiseshipcenters.com/Cruise/en-CA/RobertaWestwood/Itinerary?item=689824
150% reduced single supplement - book on May 19 or 20 only
July 1, 2015 - 10 nights
Sailing from Rome to Venice on the Celebrity Constellation
Ports: Sorrento (overnight), Messina, Dubrovnik (overnight), Koper (Ljubljana) - plus a full day and overnight in Venice http://www.cruiseshipcenters.com/Cruise/en-CA/RobertaWestwood/Itinerary?item=665572
150% reduced single supplement - book on May 19 or 20 only
July 11, 2015 - 8 nights
Sailing roundtrip from Venice on the Celebrity Constellation
Ports: Split, Santorini, Mykonos, Katakolon (Olympia) - plus an overnight in Venice
http://www.cruiseshipcenters.com/Cruise/en-CA/RobertaWestwood/Itinerary?item=665842
150% reduced single supplement - book on May 19 or 20 only
July 19, 2015 - 14 nights
Sailing roundtrip from Venice on the Celebrity Constellation
Ports: begin with an overnight and full day in Venice, then Split, Dubrovnik, Athens, Santorini, Istanbul, Mykonos, Kusadasi (Ephesus), Rhodes
http://www.cruiseshipcenters.com/Cruise/en-CA/RobertaWestwood/Itinerary?item=635212
150% reduced single supplement - book on May 19 or 20 only
Here's a bit about the history on a few of the ports of call above:
Looking for something else? While reduced or waived single supplements are hard to find, they do exist, and I can help you find them. A few ships also offer solo staterooms, with no single supplement. I can also assist with tours and land vacations for solos.
Cheers,
Roberta
Cell: 250-886-8825
Office: 250-656-5441
Toll Free: 1-800-561-2350
Request a quote: https://www.cruiseshipcenters.com/en-CA/RobertaWestwood/contact
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Avalon
Avalon Waterways sails the rivers of Europe and Southeast Asia, and periodically waives the single supplement on select sailings ~ and you can book in Canadian dollars! There are many 2015 sailings right now available, these are a few that jumped out at me:- June 15, 2015 - 11 days Burgundy & Provence - sailing from Arles to Paris
- June 16, 2015 - 12 days The Upper Rhine to the City of Music - sailing from Zurich to Vienna
- July 19, 2015 - 13 days Highlights of Germany - sailing from Munich to Basel
- August 14, 2015 - 8 days Romantic Rhine - Sailing from Zurich to Amsterdam
- October 11, 2015 - 13 days Rhine & Moselle - Zurich to Amsterdam
- October 23, 2015 - 10 days Canals, Vineyards & Paris - Sailing from Amsterdam to Paris
- October 28, 2015 - 10 days Canals, Vineyards & Paris - Sailing from Paris to Amsterdam
- Paris to Normandy 2015 - 7 nights There are solo offers on numerous 2015 sailings - contact me for availability http://www.cruiseshipcenters.com/Cruise/en-CA/RobertaWestwood/Itinerary?item=714158
Crystal
Crystal Cruises, famous for their all-inclusive luxury sailings, offers special solo fares on select voyages. Here are a few current offers that caught my eye:August 16, 2015 - 7 nights
Sailing roundtrip from Copenhagen on the Crystal Symphony
Ports: Warnemunde (for Berlin), Helsinki, St. Petersburg (overnight) - plus 2 sea days to enjoy the ship
http://www.cruiseshipcenters.com/Cruise/en-US/RobertaWestwood/Itinerary?item=674162
Solo fare reduced from $4,285 USD to $2,885 USD - book by June 30
May 6, 2016 - 5 nights
Sailing from San Francisco to Vancouver on the Crystal Serenity Ports: Astoria, Seattle, Victoria
http://www.cruiseshipcenters.com/Cruise/en-US/RobertaWestwood/Itinerary?item=654899
Solo fare reduced from $2,735 USD to $1,735 USD - book by June 30
Celebrity
Celebrity Cruise Line offers reduced single supplements on select sailings. Here are a few of the offers coming up next week:June 28, 2015 - 7 nights
Sailing roundtrip from Vancouver on the Celebrity Infinity http://www.cruiseshipcenters.com/Cruise/en-CA/RobertaWestwood/Itinerary?item=629006
150% reduced single supplement - book on May 19 or 20 only
June 21, 2015 - 10 nights
Sailing from Venice to Rome on the Celebrity Constellation
Ports: begin with an overnight and full day in Venice, then Dubrovnik (overnight), Kotor, Kerkyra (Corfu), Katakolon (Olympia), Valetta (Malta) http://www.cruiseshipcenters.com/Cruise/en-CA/RobertaWestwood/Itinerary?item=689824
150% reduced single supplement - book on May 19 or 20 only
July 1, 2015 - 10 nights
Sailing from Rome to Venice on the Celebrity Constellation
Ports: Sorrento (overnight), Messina, Dubrovnik (overnight), Koper (Ljubljana) - plus a full day and overnight in Venice http://www.cruiseshipcenters.com/Cruise/en-CA/RobertaWestwood/Itinerary?item=665572
150% reduced single supplement - book on May 19 or 20 only
July 11, 2015 - 8 nights
Sailing roundtrip from Venice on the Celebrity Constellation
Ports: Split, Santorini, Mykonos, Katakolon (Olympia) - plus an overnight in Venice
http://www.cruiseshipcenters.com/Cruise/en-CA/RobertaWestwood/Itinerary?item=665842
150% reduced single supplement - book on May 19 or 20 only
July 19, 2015 - 14 nights
Sailing roundtrip from Venice on the Celebrity Constellation
Ports: begin with an overnight and full day in Venice, then Split, Dubrovnik, Athens, Santorini, Istanbul, Mykonos, Kusadasi (Ephesus), Rhodes
http://www.cruiseshipcenters.com/Cruise/en-CA/RobertaWestwood/Itinerary?item=635212
150% reduced single supplement - book on May 19 or 20 only
Here's a bit about the history on a few of the ports of call above:
- Katakolon, Greece - this scenic small Greek port town is the stepping off point for excursions to the ancient city of Olympia, birthplace of the Olympic Games, just 45 minutes away
- Split, Croatia - imagine a town where the streets are the old hallways of an ancient castle, and you may find yourself in charming Split, rich with Roman, Greek, Venetian and Byzantine history
- I recently shared port information for Koper, Kotor, Kusadasi (Ephesus), Messini, Rhodes and Valetta - let me know if you'd like me to resend it
- Not familiar with any other ports? Drop me a line, and I'll send you information on any port you wish.
Looking for something else? While reduced or waived single supplements are hard to find, they do exist, and I can help you find them. A few ships also offer solo staterooms, with no single supplement. I can also assist with tours and land vacations for solos.
Cheers,
Roberta
Cell: 250-886-8825
Office: 250-656-5441
Toll Free: 1-800-561-2350
Request a quote: https://www.cruiseshipcenters.com/en-CA/RobertaWestwood/contact
Follow me on Twitter: https://twitter.com/cruisetravelbug
"Like" my Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/cruisewithroberta
Tuesday, March 17, 2015
Fresh thinking needed for solo cruisers!
Note: this is an edited version of my original post yesterday
I just had some instantaneous feedback on a tweet I made during #CruiseChat today...
It is SO true. I can't think of anything more frustrating that answering a potential cruiser's question about the cruise fare if they sail solo. If they haven't cruised before, they are shocked, say disparaging things about the cruiselines (yes, I hear things these things from even nice little old ladies!!), and - guess what - no matter how hard I work to explain single supplement policies, the cruiseline always comes out losing. We all look bad in the consumer's eyes.
Yes, explaining that "sometimes" there are reductions helps, but I can't tell them how or when those happen. And I add another name to my long list of people who want to be notified when there are waived or reduced offers....
But that doesn't really cut it. Already, the passenger has a bad taste in their mouth, and is disappointed. Hugely disappointed.
Yes, solo cabins make a difference, a BIG difference. In fact, they are one of the two things the cruise industry must do to win the trust of solo travelers.
The other is FRESH THINKING on single supplements.
FRESH THINKING on the value of solo travellers.
The solo cruiser is tired of being an afterthought, accommodated only when sailings are selling slow, or booking at the very last minute on the hope of a dream of a flash sale so low they can book by paying double of a cheap price.
What about the solo cruiser who wants to plan their dream vacation? What about the solo cruiser who isn't comfortable waiting until the last minute on the off-chance that there will be a bargain going to somewhere they want? What about the solo cruiser who knows that those last minute deals aren't really deals if you have to buy last-minute air to get there?
What about the solo cruiser who wants even a porthole to look out of, but is not able to justify booking more than an inside cabin? What about how doubly important one's stateroom is when one is cruising solo, and that a small windowless room just doesn't cut it? What about the solo cruiser who has cruised before with a friend, family member or spouse with the ease of a balcony, and now wants the same pleasure solo?
Do cruiselines even "get it" that sometimes the solo cruiser is one part of a couple that likes to travel alone on occasion? That the solo cruiser might travel at other times with friends, but also wants to travel alone, versus waiting around for a friend with the same interests and vacation time? That the solo cruiser may also be the one organizing a family reunion and might consider doing it on cruise if they weren't so put off by single-supplements?
I mean it when I say that cruiselines have NO IDEA how offended people are by these policies.
I am personally waiting for one executive at the top of a major cruiseline to have the light bulb go off on their mind, and turn the industry on its head over antiquated, unfriendly and off-putting single supplement policies.
Just in case you need some fresh thinking.....
What about offering an incentive to solo cruisers to book early? What about waiving single supplements for a promotional period when sailings first come out?
What about reducing the single supplement, say, to 125% if you book year in advance?
What about varying the single supplement on "less-desirable" cabin types? What if there were no single supplements on obstructed view staterooms?
What about waiving the single supplement for 10% of cabins booked in a group?
What about ..... well, you get the idea.
Is anyone listening?
I look forward to the day when I am not embarrassed to explain the dismal reality of cruising to a new solo cruiser sitting across my desk.
I look forward to the day when I can engage with the solo cruiser, share in their excitement of their travel dreams, spend my time asking questions to learn more about their travel style and interests, so I can help them pick the cruiseline that is the best fit for them?
I look forward to the day when I no longer have to present a cruiseline that would otherwise be the wrong fit for a client as the only affordable option. Or presenting an itinerary that doesn't hit the mark, as there are so few that are open to them.
I look forward to the day that I can simply be compassionate when I have a widow or widower telling me about how they loved cruising with their spouse and want to continue that spirit by sailing the cruise itinerary they still had on their bucketlist? I look forward to help that long time loyal cruise customer find a balcony they love, just like the one they enjoyed when they were a couple, and facilitate healing?
I look forward to feeling proud of how the cruise industry takes care of all its guests, treating them all with equal respect, and helping them all take the cruise vacation of their dreams.
I look forward to the day when someone, anyone, with the power to make change in this industry, decides to break the mold.
FRESH THINKING. That's all it is.
~end of rant ~
I just had some instantaneous feedback on a tweet I made during #CruiseChat today...
A8. #CruiseChat fresh thinking on single supplements! Cruiselines have NO IDEA how upset travellers are to be told 200%. Innovate people!:)... and I was inspired to rant a little.
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| The kind of cruise selfie most solo cruisers resort to creativecommons image donnieray on Flickr |
Yes, explaining that "sometimes" there are reductions helps, but I can't tell them how or when those happen. And I add another name to my long list of people who want to be notified when there are waived or reduced offers....
But that doesn't really cut it. Already, the passenger has a bad taste in their mouth, and is disappointed. Hugely disappointed.
Yes, solo cabins make a difference, a BIG difference. In fact, they are one of the two things the cruise industry must do to win the trust of solo travelers.
The other is FRESH THINKING on single supplements.
FRESH THINKING on the value of solo travellers.
The solo cruiser is tired of being an afterthought, accommodated only when sailings are selling slow, or booking at the very last minute on the hope of a dream of a flash sale so low they can book by paying double of a cheap price.
What about the solo cruiser who wants to plan their dream vacation? What about the solo cruiser who isn't comfortable waiting until the last minute on the off-chance that there will be a bargain going to somewhere they want? What about the solo cruiser who knows that those last minute deals aren't really deals if you have to buy last-minute air to get there?
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| Everyone likes a window at sea creativecommons image crdunn on Flickr |
Do cruiselines even "get it" that sometimes the solo cruiser is one part of a couple that likes to travel alone on occasion? That the solo cruiser might travel at other times with friends, but also wants to travel alone, versus waiting around for a friend with the same interests and vacation time? That the solo cruiser may also be the one organizing a family reunion and might consider doing it on cruise if they weren't so put off by single-supplements?
I mean it when I say that cruiselines have NO IDEA how offended people are by these policies.
I am personally waiting for one executive at the top of a major cruiseline to have the light bulb go off on their mind, and turn the industry on its head over antiquated, unfriendly and off-putting single supplement policies.
Just in case you need some fresh thinking.....
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| The delight of capturing a balcony selfie creativecommons image djs1021 on Flickr |
What about reducing the single supplement, say, to 125% if you book year in advance?
What about varying the single supplement on "less-desirable" cabin types? What if there were no single supplements on obstructed view staterooms?
What about waiving the single supplement for 10% of cabins booked in a group?
What about ..... well, you get the idea.
Is anyone listening?
I look forward to the day when I am not embarrassed to explain the dismal reality of cruising to a new solo cruiser sitting across my desk.
I look forward to the day when I can engage with the solo cruiser, share in their excitement of their travel dreams, spend my time asking questions to learn more about their travel style and interests, so I can help them pick the cruiseline that is the best fit for them?
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| The fun of seizing opportunitues to capture solo selfies at sea creativecommons image joshfriedmantravel on Flickr |
I look forward to the day that I can simply be compassionate when I have a widow or widower telling me about how they loved cruising with their spouse and want to continue that spirit by sailing the cruise itinerary they still had on their bucketlist? I look forward to help that long time loyal cruise customer find a balcony they love, just like the one they enjoyed when they were a couple, and facilitate healing?
I look forward to feeling proud of how the cruise industry takes care of all its guests, treating them all with equal respect, and helping them all take the cruise vacation of their dreams.
I look forward to the day when someone, anyone, with the power to make change in this industry, decides to break the mold.
FRESH THINKING. That's all it is.
~end of rant ~
Tuesday, June 17, 2014
Crystal Cruises reduced single supplements
Feel like a little luxury? How about a lot?
Crystal Cruises is offering reduced single supplements on a number of sailings, but only until June 30th.
Please contact me if you would like more information, or a quote.
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Crystal Cruises is offering reduced single supplements on a number of sailings, but only until June 30th.
Please contact me if you would like more information, or a quote.
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Monday, June 16, 2014
Silversea reduced single supplements
Silversea is offering reduced single supplements - of just 110% - on select sailings.
http://www.silversea.com/specialoffers/?specialoffer=18897
Please contact me if you would like to be onboard one of these fabulous luury sailings.
Roberta
http://www.silversea.com/specialoffers/?specialoffer=18897
Please contact me if you would like to be onboard one of these fabulous luury sailings.
Roberta
Wednesday, April 9, 2014
AmaWaterways - Solo River Cruise Fares
AmaWaterways announced waived single supplements for selected 2014 sailings. Here are the
details.
AMA WATERWAYS: GREAT DISCOUNTS FOR SOLO TRAVELERS
Don't miss this chance to cruise with AmaWaterways in Europe and Southeast Asia without
paying any additional fees for being a solo traveler.
Enticing Douro
7-night cruise through the Douro River Valley
2014 Embarkation Dates: April 22, May 27, June 24, July 22, August 19
Aboard the AmaVida
http://www.amawaterways.com/enticing_douro-2014
Port Wine & Flamenco (Douro)
7-night cruise from Vega Terrón to Porto
2014 Embarkation Dates: April 15, July 8
Aboard the AmaVida
http://www.amawaterways.com/port_wine_and_flamenco-2014
Magnificent Europe (Danube, Main, Rhine)
14-night cruise from Budapest to Amsterdam
2014 Embarkation Dates: June 2, July 28, November 3
Abord the AmaCerto
http://www.amawaterways.com/magnificent_europe-2014
Paris & Normandy (Seine)
7-night Seine cruise
2014 Embarkation Dates: June 5, July 10, July 17, July 31, August 21, August 28, October 2,
October 9, October 23, October 30, November 6, November 13, November 20
Aboard the AmaLegro
http://www.amawaterways.com/paris_and_normandy-2014
Vietnam, Cambodia & the Riches of the Mekong
7-night Siem Reap to Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon) cruise
2014 Embarkation Dates: June 30, July 14, July 28,
August 11, August 25, September 22, October 6, December 15, December 29
Aboard the AmaLotus
http://www.amawaterways.com/vietnam,-cambodia-and-the-riches-of-the-mekong-2014
Christmas Markets and New Year’s Cruises
Experience the wonder of beloved European Christmas Markets on a variety of itineraries
sailing in November and December.
Ask for applicable dates.
http://www.amawaterways.com/christmas-markets
Food & Wine Cruises
Enjoy food and wine pairings, wine tastings, excursions to vineyards and more aboard these
unique cruises on a variety of itineraries.
Ask for applicable dates.
http://www.amawaterways.com/wine-cruises
AmaWaterways cruise fare includes:
- Shore excursions in every port of call
- Fine dining while on board
- Unlimited wine, beer and soft drinks with lunch & dinner
- In-room Internet and Infotainment
- Complimentary use of bicycles
More on AmaWaterways:
http://www.cruiseshipcenters.com/en-CA/RobertaWestwood/cruise-lines/AMA-Waterways
If you are interested in this solo travel offer, please contact me at your earliest opportunity.
Roberta
details.
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| Enjoy your river cruise on the AmaCerto (image: millers on Flickr) |
AMA WATERWAYS: GREAT DISCOUNTS FOR SOLO TRAVELERS
Don't miss this chance to cruise with AmaWaterways in Europe and Southeast Asia without
paying any additional fees for being a solo traveler.
Enticing Douro
7-night cruise through the Douro River Valley
2014 Embarkation Dates: April 22, May 27, June 24, July 22, August 19
Aboard the AmaVida
http://www.amawaterways.com/enticing_douro-2014
Port Wine & Flamenco (Douro)
7-night cruise from Vega Terrón to Porto
2014 Embarkation Dates: April 15, July 8
Aboard the AmaVida
http://www.amawaterways.com/port_wine_and_flamenco-2014
Magnificent Europe (Danube, Main, Rhine)
14-night cruise from Budapest to Amsterdam
2014 Embarkation Dates: June 2, July 28, November 3
Abord the AmaCerto
http://www.amawaterways.com/magnificent_europe-2014
Paris & Normandy (Seine)
7-night Seine cruise
2014 Embarkation Dates: June 5, July 10, July 17, July 31, August 21, August 28, October 2,
October 9, October 23, October 30, November 6, November 13, November 20
Aboard the AmaLegro
http://www.amawaterways.com/paris_and_normandy-2014
Vietnam, Cambodia & the Riches of the Mekong
7-night Siem Reap to Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon) cruise
2014 Embarkation Dates: June 30, July 14, July 28,
August 11, August 25, September 22, October 6, December 15, December 29
Aboard the AmaLotus
http://www.amawaterways.com/vietnam,-cambodia-and-the-riches-of-the-mekong-2014
Christmas Markets and New Year’s Cruises
Experience the wonder of beloved European Christmas Markets on a variety of itineraries
sailing in November and December.
Ask for applicable dates.
http://www.amawaterways.com/christmas-markets
Food & Wine Cruises
Enjoy food and wine pairings, wine tastings, excursions to vineyards and more aboard these
unique cruises on a variety of itineraries.
Ask for applicable dates.
http://www.amawaterways.com/wine-cruises
AmaWaterways cruise fare includes:
- Shore excursions in every port of call
- Fine dining while on board
- Unlimited wine, beer and soft drinks with lunch & dinner
- In-room Internet and Infotainment
- Complimentary use of bicycles
More on AmaWaterways:
http://www.cruiseshipcenters.com/en-CA/RobertaWestwood/cruise-lines/AMA-Waterways
If you are interested in this solo travel offer, please contact me at your earliest opportunity.
Roberta
Thursday, March 20, 2014
Cunard for Solos
Here is Cunard's policy for solo cruisers:
What if I’m travelling by myself?
- Cunard welcomes single travellers on every voyage.
- There are countless ways to meet interesting people during your voyage — by attending the “Welcome Cocktail Party,” by choosing to sit at a larger table for dinner, and through activities like lectures and Bridge classes.
- For ladies travelling alone, Gentleman Dance Hosts make great dance partners.
- For those who wish to travel as the sole occupant of a double occupancy stateroom, the following single supplements typically apply:
~ For Grill categories (Q1 – Q7 and P1 – P2), singles pay 200% of double-occupancy fares.
~ For all other categories (AA – ID), singles pay 175% of double-occupancy fares. - Please be aware that supplements may vary and are subject to change without prior notification.
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