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Very interesting post as I had a similar experience on my cruise in March. I have traveled solo to Peru and several times a year to the Dominican Republic. At no time was I ever questioned here or abroad as much as I was questioned when I returned from the cruise. Here's what he asked.

1. Who are you traveling with?

2. What do you mean you are traveling alone?

3. Do you know anyone on the ship?

4. You mean you came on this cruise by youserlf?

5. Did you meet anyone on the ship?

6. What do you do for work?

7. Where do you live?

Not that the agent had a bad attitude but compared to my experiences at MIA, this guy was being a jerk. At MIA they are very friendly compared to this guy.

 

Awesome! Yeah it's pretty addictive. I'm looking into another solo cruise for next year, but debating on maybe taking a land trip to South America instead. In my experience, I always meet plenty of other single people, so if you want to have a drink with someone or hang out at the pool, it's not hard to find someone. I still keep in touch with many people I've met on cruises over the years.

I'm getting the itch to go solo again this year since I have some vacation time scheduled. But haven't decided anything yet. Speaking of land trips, I went last year to Peru and did Machu Picchu. You might want to consider that depending on how much time you have. It was amazing.

Those were some great pictures. Specially the zipper! LOL I know what that's like :D

Here's the answer to your question about that pool in front of the Epic...

http://boards.cruisecritic.com/showthread.php?t=1467799

Great job on your review. I enjoyed reading it and looking at your photos! Thanks for taking time to write it up.

I can second the breakfast burritos at the Blue Iguana Cantina. The guys who work there were very friendly. The ship is big and I would suggest printing a map of the ship and taking it with you so you can find some of not so obvious spots on the ship.

If you do try the fish and chips maybe try asking them to drain the oil before dropping them in the basket. The fries were nothing special but the fish was tasty except I found it a little oily since it seems the cook just took them from the fryer straight to the plate.

The alchemy bar is a nice spot to hang out in the afternoon while waiting for dinner.

On my cruise the piano bar didn't have much of a crowd. I wish it was better.

Getting on and off the ship went very smooth, the crew was friendly and hard working. You will have a great time.

Awesome review and great pictures! Looks like you guys had a great time. I hope to sail on the Breeze some day soon.

Did the eight days seem like too much?

Hahahaha good luck to you! :)

 

So how did you enjoy your first solo cruise? I totally understand what it feels like to be on the ship or in port where there's the potential for a really romantic moment, and you're like eh, whatever who cares. :rolleyes: Just head to the bar and take a shot of anything when that happens. :D Definitely take more pictures next time!

 

My first solo cruise was a lot better than I expected. Yeah, those moments when I saw couples and thought hmmmm why not me? But I got over it. I tried to stay busy to keep my mind off those thoughts. I met and spoke with a lot of people. People would invite me to hang out with them. It helped that I had excursions at some of the ports instead of wandering around. I would definately do it again and in fact I can't wait! I have some vacation time and i'm fighting the urge to go back so soon. :eek:

Thank you for taking the time to write your review and post pictures. I enjoyed reading about your travels very much. I'm off a cruise 3 weeks ago and every time I read these reviews it just makes me more and more anxious to go again.

Hope all is well.

Thank you for all the time and effort you put into your reviews! Enjoyed reading it and looking at your great pictures. I did my first solo cruise 3 weeks ago on the Glory and I had a great time. Sure there were times when I wished I had a girlfriend but I needed a vacation from work and I was not staying at home.

One thing I wish I had done was to take more pictures. But I got caught up in keeping busy to keep my mind distracted and just didn't make a point of taking a lot of pictures.

Keep up the great work!

"Oh lord. Honey, I booked this cruise because it was the cheapest one I could find. Prepare yourself."

That's awesome!! Thanks for the laughs :D

I guess it's normal that people might say that it's weird you are married and are going on vacation alone. But I guess if both of you are comfortable with that, then it's ok.

I am leaving for my first solo Carnival cruise in a week. My previous cruise I was with a friend and couldn't sleep because of the snoring. This time I get the room all to myself and I can do whatever whenever I want. Sure I'd rather have a girlfriend come along but I'm single. I could stay at home and not go on vacation or I could set off on my own and enjoy myself. I figure it's better to get away.

Hi, just wanted to say thank you for putting together such a detailed review with photos. I enjoyed reading very much. I am going on the Glory for a 7 day Western Carribean in a few days and now I am even more excited after looking at your review.

Thanks again!

My experience at the port of Miami last year was not bad at all. They had probably the counter full of employees to check in guests. The line was moving along. The x-ray lines/metal detector lines moved very fast, faster than the airport at MIA. I didn't even sit down after checking in before going on the ship. Maybe I got there at the right time, because after I had checked in and looked back a big mass of people had just lined up. So my advice would be to get there early so you are not in the back of a massive line.

Hello. My name is Teo and i'm a single 37 y/o firefighter/medic. All my friends are married or fell in love and i'm by myself. So instead of going nowhere because i'm single, I travel solo. My first cruise was last year with a friend. This year for my birthday (march 3) I decided I was going to cruise even if it meant going solo. And so today I booked on the Carnival Glory for 7 days in the western caribbean. I'm nervous but I'm going to make the best of it.

Wow, thanks for your review and photos. I wish I would have joined this board and found your review of the Epic earlier. I'm 37 and I'm going on my first solo cruise for my birthday. If I had discovered the EPIC and their single studios I would have planned a cruise on that ship. But oh well, next time for sure.

Thanks again.

I'll be traveling solo on the Carnival Dream on my birthday 3-3-13. Hope to find other solo's on board.

There are singles out there. I was on the Carnival Destiny last year with a friend. On the first night we met two single women traveling together. On the second night we met 2 single friends and another single lady that was hanging out with them. The rest of the cruise we hung out together, ate together one night, and went on shore one day. It was very nice to meet and talk with new people. Just have to be friendly be open to talking.