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Actually some chains offer those online: Marriott: use code ZDY Accor: search for 'day use Accor' and they will pop up Hilton: Use the same date for check-in and check-out and the result is the day use rate

Does anybody have any idea about pricing?

Actually some interaction with others would be great. I certainly don't want to discourage that too much. Maybe even share a bottle from the conaisseur's list as I saw some great wines on the menu posted here, for bargain prices in some cases.

Nice to see there are like minded people here. As for solo treatment: not sure about solo drinks happy hour but if the cruise director can hook me up in a solo trivia team, that would be good. Just as a table for one in restaurants.

Thanks for the welcoming words. I did look for a line without much queuing and crowds. The F&B offering looked interesting, good fitness and itinerary fit. I found the price also attractive, even for a repositioning cruise. In fact I cannot quite believe how they can offer what they do considering single occupancy. I also looked at Ponant. I think I would like the French style at sea but the ship was too small for me. Not enough elbow room and dining options. The interior decoration looks superior though.

Well that certainly looks like a classic in the sea transport homocide genre

Thanks for your different perspective. Not sure if I get it completely but that could be my thick Dutch brain, haha.

Excellent. I can handle my stuff easily so seems like a time/hassle saver. Just get to my day hotel in Lisbon quickly, enjoy the city and on to my flight back to the Netherlands in the evening.

That is encouraging. I normally have a (longish) running session afternoon and a morning weights session. Interesting that it drops off so sharply after a few days.

Aha, the classic book armour.

Reassuring to hear that I can do my own thing, thanks,

Not only is this my first post here and not only did I book my first SS cruise, my first transatlantic crossing (April 23rd Bridgetown to Lisbon on the Silver Dawn), it will also be my first cruise ever. So I apologize in advance for any and all stupid or ignorant questions: 1.I will be traveling solo and I plan to mind my own business; relaxing, reading, exercising hard and probably eating and drinking a bit too much. I don’t mind striking up a conversation here or there or having the occasional meal/drinks/trivia with other people but prefer to be mostly on my own even in the public spaces. Is that an OK thing to do? I don’t care much what other people think but don’t want to put people off if it is expected that everybody is sociable all the time. (Of course I will be well behaved). As to practicalities: 2.By reading this forum I have a pretty good idea of the dining options. I understand some venues prefer reservations (Terrazza and Grill). Is it possible to make those on the day if I am flexible with timings or even walk in or do those places fill up every evening? 3.I know that internet is slow so streaming is out but will the network allow me to download a few Netflix episodes overnight or is that blocked? 4.Is self disembarkation a thing on SS? I would prefer that in Lisbon. 5.Will the gym get busy at times? Any insights from the regulars are much appreciated, thanks.