Going Solo on Century

[LibraByTheSea]

I am a young 50+real estate broker in Florida and reallllly need a cruise. Company going through some changes so I can't take a whole 7 days right now.:mad:

Saw a great deal on the Century. Have been loyal to Carnival since I got my Platinum status...they kinda buy it with that. But this is a better deal.

I have not sailed Celebrity yet...have sailed Carnival, Holland, Princess and NCL...loved them all but NCL the least.

I need the r&r more than the party atmosphere right now...but concerned of the passenger mix and things to do....HELP!

[firstplacechef]

I did a solo 4-day Century a few years back and had a blast! Mine was for R&R also plus, price was to good to pass up. It also made us Select status for our next cruise. I am a married male, but wife could not make it. The mix was very good (a few kids, lots of younger couples, a few singles, about 40% over 45.) It was early fall. I enjoyed most of the shows, trivia, reading, evenings in the martini bar, karaoke. I was seated at a table of 8 with a family of 4, another single cruiser, and another couple. We had a blast and had great service. I had dinner in Murano one night with two other single guys on the cruise, great dinner and wine experience. Not into the disco but I did enjoy some of the bars.

 

You don't mention if you are male or female, but I guess this cruise, like any, is what you make it. ENJOY!

[LibraByTheSea]

A little more about me...divorced 6 yrs ago. have adjusted well and like the independence and solitude. I deal with people all day..every day. I'm on overload and need a retreat, pampering and some fun!

Love to cruise and hate having to book a short one but planning on 8 days in November.

Young at heart and lovin life:cool:

[Zoey]

I'm going solo on Solstice the week of 4/18.

I feel the same way........after an extremely busy and hectic last six months at work, with a lot of 55 plus work weeks, I need lots of rest, sleep, quiet and alone time. I deal with people most of the day and I intend on telling my cabin steward that I will be spending 95% of my time in my AQ cabin alone or on my balcony reading and to not be concerned if I'm not seen for a day or two at a time. I'm also not planning on getting off the ship at any ports.

However, I might leave the room for a few meals in Blu :)

[Phxazzcruisers]

I think you will be very happy on Century. You will be very well looked after by the crew and the meals were excellent. They are plenty of places to "get away" , the library for example.

[tls630]

I think you will like it also. X is very laid back compared to some lines. And more formal also. They dress up more and are more strict when it comes to the MDR. I like the old traditions myself.

[topsailgirl]

Although I was not technically "single" on a recent cruise on Century, I was with my teenage son which was almost the same thing. I spent alot of time alone. (I was perfectly Ok with son making new friends, etc.and being with them instead of me. I did spend time with him but it was not like I was cruising with significant other or friend my age. ) I spent a good amount of time in my cabin or on pool deck recharging. Never felt "funny" about being just me.

 

In the evening, I was always able to find other folks to talk to and hang with at the various drinking/entertainment venues. (In fact, met a couple at Sunset Bar from my hometown!) The other people at my table in MDR were also so welcoming once they learned I was pretty much on my own. They invited me to do things with them.(I am a married female in my 50's.)

 

If you feel comfortable traveling alone, then go for it. You can be alone or with other people --- whatever you prefer. I would not hesitate to go "alone" again if my choice was go alone or not go.

[bernnj]

I'm taking my second "solo" cruise on the Century on 5/3. I had such a great adventure sailing solo in 2002 on RC and hope to have another great adventure. With me, its the mind set and being positive. I have sailed since 2002 with my parents (both now 80) and always was interested in their care. I only got off the ship if they wanted to walk a little and never really too far from the ship. This time, I plan to venture off the ship at every port. I selected a C1 cabin for this upcoming cruise for the balcony and to have wonderful breakfasts there when we are docked.

 

I have been on the Century before with my parents a few years ago and there were two single women (not traveling together) at our table. I believe that the Celebrity line does attract singles or solos.

 

Enjoy the "solo" experience.

 

Bernadette