rich60

Booked Carnival Triumph B2B Feb 9 (11 day) & Feb 20 (10 day) for $860.43. 21 days @ $41.00 per day. No single supplement.

Booked Carnival Triumph B2B Feb 9 (11 day) & Feb 20 (10 day) for $860.43. 21 days @ $41.00 per day. No single supplement.

Booked Carnival Triumph B2B Feb 9 (11 day) & Feb 20 (10 day) for $860.43. 21 days @ $41.00 per day. No single supplement.

You daughter has duel citizenship, get a U.S. passport. Why do you need the Canadian one?

I have dual also - US & Irish. Travel to Cuba is easier with the Irish Passport.

Not only is the world bigger than the USA but it is also different!

I consider myself fortunate in that I was born in the USA, raised in Ireland, vacationed on the continent, 34 years in the Air Force and have been stationed in many different countries.

Yes there are many different languages spoken on MSC. Do understand most non American people are multi lingual. American English is not a universal language. My children spent their summers with me overseas. Although not fluent they can converse in French, Italian, German, Japanese, Greek and Thai.

The food is not American Italian. It's Italian Italian. And even at that all Italian food can be different depending on what part of Italy you are in. The pizza in Italy is not the pizza from New York, Chicago, or Los Angeles, etc.

And yes Europeans eat later and take longer to enjoy dinner. For them dining is a social event and they dress appropriately.

This being said, cruising the MSC Divina is an economical way to experience the world outside the USA. And it wouldn't hurt to learn some basic foreign phrases.

To "Thompsolonian" by all means do bring your Class A's (don't forget your “salad”). Since I am single, I always bring my Mess Dress military tuxedo for formal night. You know what they say about a man in uniform.

Buona giornata!

Arrivederci,

Il Colonnello

Too bad this ship in not a Naval Vessel. If so the word "MUTINY" comes to mind.

Problem: This ship has no yard arms and the brig is too small!

Solution: Captain should forgo the remaining ports. Sail around The Horn!

Make for Pitcairn Island. You know the rest!!!!

Karen,

I am duly flattered.

But then again I am just a old soldier who still conforms to the past proprieties. Therefor, I feel it is my obligation to make my own introductions. Having spent 34 years in the military both etiquette and rejection are not a stranger to me.

Thank you for your kind words,

Richard

Richard:

I cruise a lot, and very seldom find single straight guys. Although I am a Celebrity girl, I am thinking of switching lines. There must be men out there somewhere who love cruising as much as I do.

 

A lot of people were dancing on the Celebrity Century, but they were all couples, and it just seemed a bit awkward for me.

 

Although the staff was nice enough to my mom and I, the singles bar was hidden away on the ship, and not an event for singles until 11:00 at night, after everyone had gone to bed. There were some men there avoiding going back to their rooms, but they were married. So there must be some other solution the ships can come up with for singles on board to meet in the 60's.

 

Maybe we can brainstorm a few on this site!;)

Tikigal,

I am flattered!

I would not count on the cruise lines doing any more fo singles than they already do. Their primary intrest is in couples and families - ergo more profit. Therefor I feel it is my obligation to step foward (at a lounge, pool, lido deck or night club) and make my own introductions. Mine is not a frail male ego. Thus rejection is not a problem for myself as it might be with of my gender. It is my habit to carry calling cards as a way to sometimes break the ice. Also I would not have a problem with a lady making the introductions.

You speak of awkward, below is my response to another thread dealing with "Awkward Moments"

Best wishes,

Richard

I also enjoy dancing even though I am no Fred Astaire. If a lady goes to the nightclub chances are that she would like to dance. So all one has to do is ask. I have found that most women, single or attached, will say yes. However it is incumbent on the man to be properly dressed, well mannered and gracious. After dancing escort the lady back to her seat and offer your thanks and return to your own seat. Do this a few more times and it will become apparent that you also came to dance. At this time you might find that the ladies will ask you to dance.

The problem is most single men are too self conscious to do this and will sit out the evening at the bar alone. Again you do not have to be Fred Astaire dance, just feel the rhythm of the music and dance. All you need is some very basic knowledge of the steps. If you can count to two - Two Step, three - Salsa or Bolero, four - Waltz and five Tango. Forget the fancy moves as seen on DWTS and enjoy yourself. If you feel you have made a misstep apologize laugh about it and continue on. Also it's very important, while dancing, to please converse with your partner.

“Dance like no one is watching”

From the movie “Scent of a Woman” :

Q: Do you Tango?

A: No.

Q: Would you care to learn?

And finally from the above: “If you get tangled in the Tango - just Tango out of it!”

Richard

But the thing is I see mostly couples dancing, hardly any singles or solos are there, and if there are solo people, they definitely didn't ask me to dance. And that is most annoying and frustrating thing for me personally when I cruise solo. Nothing else really bothers me or makes me feel awkward about solo cruising

I also enjoy dancing even though I am no Fred Astaire. If a lady goes to the nightclub chances are that she would like to dance. So all one has to do is ask. I have found that most women, single or attached, will say yes. However it is incumbent on the man to be properly dressed, well mannered and gracious. After dancing escort the lady back to her seat and offer your thanks and return to your own seat. Do this a few more times and it will become apparent that you also came to dance. At this time you might find that the ladies will ask you to dance.

The problem is most single men are too self conscious to do this and will sit out the evening at the bar alone. Again you do not have to be Fred Astaire dance, just feel the rhythm of the music and dance. All you need is some very basic knowledge of the steps. If you can count to two - Two Step, three - Salsa or Bolero, four - Waltz and five Tango. Forget the fancy moves as seen on DWTS and enjoy yourself. If you feel you have made a misstep apologize laugh about it and continue on. Also it's very important, while dancing, to please converse with your partner.

“Dance like no one is watching”

From the movie “Scent of a Woman” :

Q: Do you Tango?

A: No.

Q: Would you care to learn?

And finally from the above: “If you get tangled in the Tango - just Tango out of it!”

Richard

I always use Quality Inn & Suites Airport/Cruise Port South. Clean, nothing fancy. Free airport shuttle and free cruise port shuttle (tip the driver) and includes breakfast.

Carnival Conquest 4/26, 5/2 and 5/10

:D

 

 

What is the difference between single and widowed and Divorced? Aren't we all in the same category as Single, really? And I am not quite sure that shipboard romances sailed with the love boat. I have met so many people in the last three years that have met on ships and are now married all in their 60's.

Very well put - and quite true. Remember when you least expect it---expect it.

I don't do I- pads, Androids or any of those, but I still get nothing. I am pretty comfortable dinning and hanging out on my own, I want company mostly for dancing, its absolutely not fun dancing on your own. I have seen just a few females who do that, but its so not me. Especially when they play Latin music, that's when you really want to have a partner to dance with. Maybe I am just going on the wrong cruise line, I go with Carnival all the time.

Cruiseelady;

I my previous post I had stated "give us half a chance to meet you". Well, sometimes that half might have to be three-quarters! I've noticed you are from Brooklyn so I assume you have the "moxie" to be a little bit more forward. Now I realize, it's easier for me to spot a single lady than it is for you to spot a single man. Married women tend to always wear their rings (third finger left hand) whereas many married men do not.

Let's take the breakfast buffet. You're walking around with a plate of food. You see someone alone who might be suitable. You say "Good morning, may I join you? I dislike eating alone." At this point the answer will be yes or no. If it is yes, and he is single, you have met someone. If it is no ,and he is single, at least he knows of your interest. Don't be afraid to approach single ladies either. They might be on the same mission as you, and there is nothing wrong with networking.

Force yourself to go to any singles meet. Sometimes they are good and sometimes not. But you will never know unless you go.

Go to the dance lessons. Tell the instructor you would to take part but you need a partner. This works for me because I find there are usually single women by themselves or with other singles wanting to learn.

Pool bars, casino bar and piano bar: This is where you can spot singles most easily. If someone is married or attached most of the time they will have their partner with them. Sometimes all it takes is: "Hello, are you enjoying the cruise?" or "What is there to do in the next port?" If there is any interest mention that you are going to the nightclub later at a certain time. One caveat - Buy your own drinks (at least for now) you do not want to feel obligated!

Pool: Again you will be able to spot singles for the reason mentioned above. A perfect place for a casual conversation. Again "Hello, how are you today etc, etc, etc"

I always opt for second seating in the main dining room. Most of the time you will be seated with age appropriate singles. Keep the conversation casual. Remember you can always network with the other single women at the table. You might even go to one of the bars or nightclub with the other single ladies. That will make it easier for single men to notice single ladies. If you happen to meet a suitable single; remember it's alright to ask him for a dance. Make sure it is something slow just in case he is not a dancer he can fake it or you can teach him. Just tell him "If you can count to five - you can dance"

Try to go to those venues where couples tend to go as couples: Nightclub, Piano bar and Karaoke that way you can see who is realy unattached.

Always keep the conversation casual and relative to the cruise. If you meet someone and there are open seats at your table or his have dinner together. Discuss what each of you are doing in the ports. You might decide to go ashore together. That way you will have someone to watch your bag while you get a massage on the beach (nothing more relaxing).

Formal Night: Go as formal as you can - if you want to be noticed and you will be. I always wear my Formal Mess Dress Uniform, insignia and medals included. I can assure you I get noticed.

Last, I always cruise B2B. By the middle of the first cruise the bartenders and wait staff know my situationand are sometimes willing to help with introductions.

I trust you don't think me too forward or brash. Even having been widowed twice I still enjoy female company

Best wishes,

Richard

Single / Solo cruiser on the Carnival Breeze B2B2B May 9, 17 and 23, 2015.

Too all you single ladies (and I mean Single) there are plenty of single men on every cruise you just have to give us half a chance to meet you. Put down your I-Pads, Kindles, Androids and your books and just observe. While walking around try to make eye contact, say hello, at the bar start some small talk and in the dance venues ask someone to dance (yes, women are allowed to do that these days). I know when I follow my own advice some women will say no or just turn away and I get the feeling they think I want something more than conversation or a dance.

Remember, you might enjoy his company! Have dinner together! Do an excursion! Have a dance! Talk! Or even just company on the pool deck.

I always do at least 2 cruises B2B sometimes 3. After 21 days cruising I am more than ready to disembark

I have always opted for fixed late dining in the past because I do not enjoy dining alone. But I do like the idea of Any Time Dining so that I can eat when I like. As a single, my concern is that I will end up with a table for one which I would not enjoy. How good are the Carnival Maitre Ds at placing a single with a larger table at Any Time Dining.

I spent 34 years eating in Mess Halls an have come to enjoy commom dining!

To those of you who have sailed the Divina out of Miami. Where are the smoking areas on this ship. I ask this because I am a smoker. I would like to know if there are any interior venues where one can smoke.

Thank you,

Richard

I have been cruising single for the last 8 years (widowed twice) and the best thing about cruising single is you don't have to wait for the bathroom. Also you can do what you want when you want and with whomever you want. Dinner can be a problem with Freestyle Dining. Sometimes you can be seated with others if you request it. I prefer late night traditional dining. Most of the time the staff will seat you with other singles. After 34 years in the military I become accustomed to eating in Mess Halls. Finally if you meet someone you meet someone if you don't you don't. A cruise is what you make of it.