Solo Traverler DEAL!!!

[cru1s1ng]

I just booked a 10 night cruise on the Maasdam sailing 3/31/05. As a solo traveler I am zinged for a 50 - 100% surcharge, normally. While surfing HAL's website one fare came up without the supplement. I hope others can take advantage of it. :cool:

[Roz]

On my last 3 cruises I booked (solo), I paid less than 150% single supplement. If you're flexible (book a guarantee, cruise during off-peak times, etc.), HAL can be very kind to the single traveler. One of the reasons I continue to sail with them.

Roz

[FlorenceItaly]

On my last 3 cruises I booked (solo), I paid less than 150% single supplement. If you're flexible (book a guarantee, cruise during off-peak times, etc.), HAL can be very kind to the single traveler. One of the reasons I continue to sail with them.

Roz

This was my experience also.

Thanks for the Masdaam tip...she was my first HAL cruise(NE/Canada)
and also my first solo cruise. I enjoyed her so much I came home and booked another HAL solo trip a few months later to Alaska.

Have a great cruise, and please post a review upon your return!

Marie

[dot73]

This will be my 5th solo cruise on HAL. I have always found HAL to have reasonable rates for solo travellers. Crystal Cruises also gives a good rate for singles. You have to shop around.

[Iggipolka]

I'm going on my 1st Solo cruise ever. I'm looking forward to it and also having some trepedation. I'd love to hear any hints and tips you have for a married, but traveling solo, mid-thirties female.
btw: I got a great deal through Orbitz. Only $200 difference between double and single occupancy.

Thanks!
--Iggi

[FlorenceItaly]

Great deal, Iggi. Both, my HAL solo cruises were wonderful experiences. I am very happily married but travel solo, on occasion. I am very outgoing, and have no problem striking up conversations. Also, on both cruises I was sat with other solo cruisers, in the dining room, and it greatly enhanced my cruise. I am still in touch with friends from both cruises. I also attended the singles luncheon.
They will offer several functions for solo travelers. Enjoy!

Marie

[cru1s1ng]

I searched weeks and weeks to find a line with a minimal single supplement. I felt like I hit the lottery with this one. I had even spoke with HAL about this a few days before and was told their standard was 150% for singles. I did find some inside cabins without the supplement. I'm truly lucky to be on this cruise at a price I can afford. Crystal is way out of my budget for now, but someday I hope to experience their product. :) :) :)

[FlorenceItaly]

I enjoyed...I found a favorite lounge/bar and went there every evening before dinner for appetizers and a drink. I sat at the bar and chatted with the bartenders and others...it was nice.

Marie