Single, First time cruise

I am a single 54 year old guy. I am going on the Golden Princess cruise to Alaska, leaving June 30 from Seattle. Having never been on a cruise before....are there any singles activities to meet other single people, especially in my age group? Which are the best activities that may attract singles?

I am a single 54 year old guy. I am going on the Golden Princess cruise to Alaska, leaving June 30 from Seattle. Having never been on a cruise before....are there any singles activities to meet other single people, especially in my age group? Which are the best activities that may attract singles?

Well, since you've had 49 "looks" and no answers, I'll try to help even though I have A: never been on Princess and B: never technically gone solo myself...but I"m BOOKED!!

Best I can tell from reading around here, single GUYS on cruise ships are the minority. You should be able to find single ladies. I would suggest joining your roll call for sure. I've met several solos on mine. I know Carnival always does a singles meet and greet. I've heard it's usually not well attended though.

I have cruised with my teenage kids alone a few times. which is a lot like going solo. Of course THEY are a source for me to meet people because I like to meet the parents if the kids want to go hang out with them. I also tend to meet a lot of people at the casino. But I play tables. If you're on slots, I don't think it works as well. You will meet people at dinner. I would go to the maitre d and ask to be seated with other solos as soon as you get on the ship...or before if you know how to get in touch with them. Most of all, just get involved. Go to games or lectures you're interested in or whatever group activities are offerred on your ship. You'll meet folks!

Good luck!! I hope you have a great time and meet lots of new friends.

I am a single 54 year old guy. I am going on the Golden Princess cruise to Alaska, leaving June 30 from Seattle. Having never been on a cruise before....are there any singles activities to meet other single people, especially in my age group? Which are the best activities that may attract singles?

I've sailed solo all but one time... huge topic in a way... let go of expectations and you'll never be disappointed.

I've not sailed Princess, but I assume the basics apply.. How well you do meeting other singles will be largely up to you and your ability to come out of your shell. While the singles events are OK, sometimes there have a stigma for some people and they don;t attend, or they don't commit to it and only poke their heads in the event door.

Being able to socialize on your own works well.. talk to people... tell them you are single and that it would be nice to meet someone... don;t be desperate... :) Join the Roll Call Thread here on CC and let them know you are traveling solo... people love to be matchmakers... make sure you have a photo of your self in your CC profile...

Being your first cruise you also have an additional learning curve...the review I wrote about my first cruise is a good place to start to get your head on straight about your first cruise.... do as much research prior to your trip as you can... learn the ship layout before you go... watch some videos on YouTube for your ship so you have a sense of knowing where thing are before you go.. :) Use Google maps to look at the places you will visit...

...and have fun!

I am a single 54 year old guy. I am going on the Golden Princess cruise to Alaska, leaving June 30 from Seattle. Having never been on a cruise before....are there any singles activities to meet other single people, especially in my age group? Which are the best activities that may attract singles?

Are you taking this cruise to have a fabulous cruise experience, or to meet someone special? These are two very different goals.

I have cruised as a single because I am a committed single. I have no interest in meeting a hopeful single seeking a relationship. A companion to trek through the shimmering streets of Dubrovnik, yes, to appreciate the fruity drinks in the sunset-coloured markets off la Rambla in Barcelona, yes, but no romance for me, thanks.

For me, traveling with another person is a matter of cost-sharing and mutual respect and kindness. No cross words, respect for personal freedom essential, full financial requirements clearly delineated.

Romance? Toss your chances in the wind, and see what happens. Better you than I.

I am just looking for other single or solo people to hang out with. Not looking to find the woman of my dreams, but more importantly someone or some other single of solo people to do things together. I have no preconceived ideas...just planning on going with the flow, so to speak.