How to Find Cheap Solo Cruises 🛳️
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Жыл бұрынThe number one question I get is how do I find all these cheap cruises for solos, & do I pay double occupancy or solo supplements. In this video, I define some key solo cruise bargain hunting terms, I show you exactly how I find cheap solo cruises, and I share some tips to help reduce the cost to cruise.
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@30AndAWakeUp Жыл бұрын
I realize I misspelled "Cruise Fare" - but it took me 6 hours to upload from the ship, so I am going to just have to live with the embarrassment & all the "fare vs. fair" comments!
@beachblythe Жыл бұрын
That’s fair!! 😂😂 we are all human!
@30AndAWakeUp Жыл бұрын
@@beachblythe i see what you did there 😂
@petermages9482 Жыл бұрын
You talk like the gratuities are optional. Like the Las Vegas strip fees. Is it optional?
@summerjoy247 Жыл бұрын
From my experience, you have the option to pay gratuities in advance if you don’t want to deal w the hassle of trying to figure out gratuities every day for everything.
@bettygibson634 Жыл бұрын
No problem! We have all made mistakes, don’t sweat the small things!
@kele1264 Жыл бұрын
Cruise math! Solo supplement! Now I get it! Can you imagine how much I'd have paid for any cruise anywhere if you weren't doing this series? Didn't have the first clue about any of this. I can't tell you how much I appreciate all the effort you put into helping us to understand. Thanks so much, Kevin!!!
@30AndAWakeUp Жыл бұрын
Thanks, Ke Le.
@sjnpotter3540 Жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing so much non-sponsored information to help people with cruising. It's great to see your passion for your newest way to travel/live.
@30AndAWakeUp Жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@r2d372 3 ай бұрын
Booked a 14 day for $49 a day, fare, port charges, taxes and gratuities. Received free drinks every onboard, $1000 to play in the casino. $200 to spend on board, and free WiFi. (Casino deal) 😎🍺
@30AndAWakeUp 3 ай бұрын
awesome 👏
@stanislawkoper3730 2 ай бұрын
What was your boat name?
@r2d372 Ай бұрын
I’ve taken advantage of that deal for the Mardi Gras, jubilee and celebration
@marieburger7441 18 күн бұрын
How?
@amyoung101 Жыл бұрын
Feel like I just had a crash course in cruising economics and I LOVED it!!! Thanks so much for the education, I had no idea 🥰
@30AndAWakeUp Жыл бұрын
No problem
@peggytravels793 Жыл бұрын
I pulled the trigger and just booked a 14 day Alaska cruise on Princess. Alaska is the only state in the U.S I have not lived in or visited and this was #1 on my bucket list…
@30AndAWakeUp Жыл бұрын
Which one!? I just booked 2 Alaska cruises on Grand Princess
@peggytravels793 Жыл бұрын
@@30AndAWakeUp I live in southern Florida and needed to be in Michigan the end of May for grandson’s high school graduation. The Sapphire Princess was depart Vancouver on May 31st and returning on June 14th. I tried to get on the Grand Princess on June 2nd but that didn’t work out.
@cgreen6369 Ай бұрын
I was dragged kicking and screaming onto an Alaska cruise, and boy was I overwhelmed by the natural beauty of it. Plus our ship was made up of 40% Aussies. They livened up a normally sedate Holland America cruise BIG TIME! I loved it.
@charlow3 Жыл бұрын
New subscriber.. I think you’re providing the best solo cruiser content on KZfaq. Really enjoying everything you’re doing. Thanks!
@30AndAWakeUp Жыл бұрын
Really appreciate that. I did feel there wasn't a ton of solo specific content out there. So Im trying to show that perspective. Thanks for watching and commenting.
@charlow3 Жыл бұрын
Best thing is that your videos will encourage prospective solo cruisers to just GO! Try it! I just know there are so many out there who would love to try and have the $, but are intimidated by the prospect.
@30AndAWakeUp Жыл бұрын
@@charlow3 thank you ...your comments made my day
@kellyschultz485 8 ай бұрын
@@charlow3absolutely! I have not tried it because I am afraid I will feel funny eating alone, or going on an excursion alone. Other than that, I think I would be fine to pursue interests on the ship on sea days!
@JLTravels Жыл бұрын
You are becoming the best cruise site for your research, brilliant examination of the data, & organized presentation- tremendous value for your subscribers- thank you, Kevin!
@kele1264 Жыл бұрын
I agree. I trust Kevin implicitly!
@30AndAWakeUp Жыл бұрын
Awe...Jan, you are too kind
@HOlsen-xe1xy Жыл бұрын
Agreed, along with Let's Go Travel Tips
@bardenmixersarmy7970 9 ай бұрын
55 year old man went on solo cruse on NCL solo cabin had great time, the drink packaged included made me drink more and have a good time with other travelers in the solo lounge. Also went to solo meeting before dinner every day. Alot of solo cabin travelers did not go to dinner with solo group, so meet alot of people that i would have not meet normally, About 15 of us always new what we were all doing every day, we hung out together if we were interested in the same thing. about 60 rooms with other solo travelers all in one place, only solo travelers could get in.
@30AndAWakeUp 9 ай бұрын
oh nice!
@patriciarandolph3760 4 ай бұрын
what as your destination?
@elisa2644 3 ай бұрын
Thank you! Excellent information!
@greatcondor8678 2 ай бұрын
Your picture shows you are a liar
@dantheman8279 11 ай бұрын
Being a solo cruiser I am always appreciative of any tips on how to get the best deal out there, thank you for the great content!
@30AndAWakeUp 9 ай бұрын
Any time!
@travelingfrogman Жыл бұрын
Great information brother! Good tips for saving cash especially during these times👍👍👍
@wastenotwantnot6754 Жыл бұрын
This is terrific information! Thanks so much for your precious time. Just subscribed.
@30AndAWakeUp Жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@murphsan84 Жыл бұрын
Great video! I'm going on my 3rd cruise this year in April. I think I overpaid a little for it but the itinerary included 2 ports I wanted to see. Always looking for tips to get a great deal! 👍🏾
@30AndAWakeUp Жыл бұрын
Im always willing to pay up for ports I want to go to!
@ryanm7171 Жыл бұрын
I loved this video. It's so difficult for solo cruisers to find anything affordable and I appreciate you and this website trying to help us. I used to just wait for the cruise companies to send me last-minute deals. Hoping I can more and better deals. Thanks again.
@30AndAWakeUp Жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful! It really is much easier to find solo deal than most people thing.
@deegsheadhi8848 Жыл бұрын
Thanks very much Kevin, this is very helpful and will for sure help me in choosing the right cruise as solo traveller.
@30AndAWakeUp Жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@daleymusings Жыл бұрын
Excellent summary - thank you! Best explanation for comparing and evaluating the “right” data points 👏🏻
@30AndAWakeUp Жыл бұрын
Awe...thank you so much Michelle. And thanks for being a subscriber for over 2 years now! :)
@DonnaBMacK Жыл бұрын
Great information! Thanks for this Kevin.
@30AndAWakeUp Жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@alisong2328 Жыл бұрын
This is wonderful! I've been thinking of booking a solo cruise - so glad I found your channel!
@30AndAWakeUp Жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@lindablum7887 Ай бұрын
I just recently found your channel and I must tell you that I really liked the way that you broke down the costs and the way that you explained it all. Makes perfect sense to me. I am really enjoying your videos.
@30AndAWakeUp Ай бұрын
Awesome! Thank you!
@sandrap3047 Жыл бұрын
Great info! Thanks for sharing Kevin!
@30AndAWakeUp Жыл бұрын
Thanks Sandra
@whois.kris.e Жыл бұрын
This was a great explainer video on the pricing side especially for solo cruisers. Title is spot on and you did a great job communicating the topics.
@30AndAWakeUp Жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@irlenemm Жыл бұрын
I really like the cost per day search. It would make my budgeting much easier.
@30AndAWakeUp Жыл бұрын
Definitely my favorite feature as well!
@eric000 Жыл бұрын
The sky looks amazing! Thanks Kevin for your tips on solo cruises.
@30AndAWakeUp Жыл бұрын
You bet!
@purposeful49418 Жыл бұрын
Best info I've ever seen on cruise fare searching! Thank you!
@30AndAWakeUp Жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@sfhessenauer8329 Жыл бұрын
New subscribers here. We have been watching your cruise video for awhile. Really enjoy all the great info on this one. It just goes to show that even after 45 cruise's you can still learn more ways to save. Thank you.😊
@30AndAWakeUp Жыл бұрын
I am learning everyday! I get a kick out of the planning side of travel...so it's been fun to figure different things out.
@cindym6138 Жыл бұрын
You're so close to 100k! 😊 This is a great informative vlog for anyone wanting to cruise.
@30AndAWakeUp Жыл бұрын
Thanks Cindy! :)
@granthanham9082 Жыл бұрын
Great video. I thought I knew quite a lot about getting good cruise deals but this next level ! Awesome content.
@30AndAWakeUp Жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it!
@CruiseDude1 11 ай бұрын
One thing people surprisingly overlook in overall cost is overlooking that their city, or a nearby city, is where to start and end the journey. We live in DC, with 2 el cheapo train lines (Amtrak + MARC) to Baltimore, which is a lot cheaper than round trip airfare to a Florida port.
@30AndAWakeUp 9 ай бұрын
good point
@briankasoziiii4837 9 ай бұрын
I live in md, and will absolutely consider this now. Thanks!
@CruiseDude1 9 ай бұрын
My pleasure and emphasizing saving money, if you could take Amtrak or even better a MARC train it's so much cheaper than paying $15 a day for parking.
@CruiseDude1 3 ай бұрын
I would love to find cheap solo cruises for seniors also
@diane5454 10 ай бұрын
This was an excellent video. I really liked your tone, pace and cadence. It was very relaxing and enjoyable to watch.
@30AndAWakeUp 9 ай бұрын
Thank you very much!
@nikki.4976 3 ай бұрын
Great info!! Enjoying your channel!!
@30AndAWakeUp 3 ай бұрын
Glad you enjoy it!
@JudeCohen-bn6yn Жыл бұрын
Great video with a lot of new info for me. Thanks!
@30AndAWakeUp Жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@markhannan9387 Жыл бұрын
Great video - well done , heaps of great info , Mark
@30AndAWakeUp Жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@patrickwilk6342 Жыл бұрын
I think this is the BEST presentation I have ever seen on searching for cheap cruise fares. Excellent job, great search engine . . . WOW!!!!!!! Cruise Plum is a Solo Traveler MUST!
@30AndAWakeUp Жыл бұрын
Thanks Patrick!
@lovingatlanta Жыл бұрын
👍🤩Fantastic. Thanks for sharing the details and your journey. Safe travels. 💝
@30AndAWakeUp Жыл бұрын
Thanks, LA!
@RetireandGo Жыл бұрын
Great video with so much good information! Thank you !
@30AndAWakeUp Жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it!
@RetireandGo Жыл бұрын
@@30AndAWakeUp the cruise plumb website was really interesting So useful for research on deals! Thank you for showing this
@ruthandjoebarrett Жыл бұрын
Great video! Again. Agreed, cost per day is a great way to evaluate different cruises.
@30AndAWakeUp Жыл бұрын
It really is! Thanks for watching, Joe.
@virginia_in_the_rearview Жыл бұрын
Thanks, Kevin! Great information.
@30AndAWakeUp Жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful! :)
@kathleenabell5933 Жыл бұрын
Wow what a terrific and informative video. I would give solo cruising a chance now after your great research - thanks so much!
@30AndAWakeUp Жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful.
@audidrouin7520 Жыл бұрын
Great info! Thanks Kevin.
@30AndAWakeUp Жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@lauriesteinhauser8768 Жыл бұрын
First time seeing one of your videos and found it very informative. I just subscribed and you are one closer to 100,000👍
@30AndAWakeUp Жыл бұрын
Welcome aboard & thank you, Laurie!
@calvinmarshall1610 Жыл бұрын
Hi Kevin thanks for sharing this info great content!! Way to do your research my friend!!😀😀
@30AndAWakeUp Жыл бұрын
No problem, Calvin!
@tiffanyi5645 Жыл бұрын
THIS is the video I’ve been looking for for weeks! 🙌🏽🙏🏽
@30AndAWakeUp Жыл бұрын
Hope you like it!
@paulrumohr 4 ай бұрын
This is the most useful video I have found on pricing cruises (which I am new to). Thank you and Subscribed!!
@30AndAWakeUp 4 ай бұрын
No problem! Thanks for subscribing
@auntanita Ай бұрын
So useful. Thank you!! 👍
@30AndAWakeUp Ай бұрын
thanks for watching 🙏
@InvitationToTreat 11 ай бұрын
Whoa! Cruise plum is a game-changer! It has so many of the functions that I’ve been looking for! Great content!
@30AndAWakeUp 11 ай бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@GarH56 Жыл бұрын
That's a great find Thank You for this! Super easy to navigate.
@30AndAWakeUp Жыл бұрын
You bet!
@michaeldiller9606 Жыл бұрын
Great Video! I've been booking cruises all wrong. Thank you for setting me straight!
@30AndAWakeUp Жыл бұрын
Cruiseplum changed my cruise life! haha!
@leejoycechung2162 Жыл бұрын
Great video and fantastic information. Will review cruiseplum. Thanks Kevin!!!!
@30AndAWakeUp Жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful, Lee Joyce!
@maxineoliver7404 Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the Info. on a way to find great savings with cruises and choices that you can make on your own. I also like the way that you can make your own choices on cruise ships-so cool and amazing!! That 100K is coming soon- Early Congrats!!!🎉 Take care!🌺🛳
@30AndAWakeUp Жыл бұрын
Thanks, Maxine.
@kellycornwall2417 Жыл бұрын
Thank you for the awesome tips! I have always considered PPD, but figured it out myself. CruisePlum will be a game changer!!
@30AndAWakeUp Жыл бұрын
It's an awesome tool
@nowisthetime999 Жыл бұрын
YES , Many Thanks for this solo info !
@30AndAWakeUp Жыл бұрын
No problem
@sightlabs6418 Жыл бұрын
Commenting because I want to support your channel. Thanks for the content!
@30AndAWakeUp Жыл бұрын
I appreciate that!
@maxkelter3561 5 ай бұрын
Just popped up on You Tube out of the blue and started listening. Wealth of info and level headed. Suscribed. Thanks. Will book one.
@30AndAWakeUp 5 ай бұрын
thanks, max 🙏
@ThePlantPoweredRunner Жыл бұрын
New subscriber here👍 I love your videos keep doing what you’re doing you’ve created Great content in all of your videos. I’m really enjoying the cruises and Vanlife
@30AndAWakeUp Жыл бұрын
Thank you! Will do!
@PiaAdora Жыл бұрын
I think you’re right that often an inside cabin is cheaper than the solo. However, I’ve found great deals on solo cabins on both Celebrity (Edge class, solo infinite veranda) and Holland America’s and Cunard’s solo oceanview cabins. In all cases, the solo was cheaper than an inside cabin. So I think it really varies on the cruise line and type of ship.
@PiaAdora Жыл бұрын
I also think NCL’s solo cabins are a complete ripoff and would never pay for one. I’m not paying that much money for what is essentially a closet. And frankly I’ve seen nicer closets.
@30AndAWakeUp Жыл бұрын
That's good to know. I'll look for those.
@cianamarshall8236 Жыл бұрын
I booked a solo cabin on Celebrity Edge cause it has the infinite veranda and was less than the inside cabins.
@rkortes 2 ай бұрын
Most comprehensive detail on shopping cruise deals.... Amazeballs!😊
@30AndAWakeUp 2 ай бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@ShareeArmstrong 5 ай бұрын
This was VERY informative! Thanks
@30AndAWakeUp 5 ай бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@oceanlover3530 Жыл бұрын
Great tutorial on Cruiseplum! I will definitely be checking them out! Thank you! ✌🏻😉✌🏻
@30AndAWakeUp Жыл бұрын
I love that website!
@dynac8012 Жыл бұрын
Finally!!! Someone calls out the absurdity of "solo cabin" pricing.
@30AndAWakeUp Жыл бұрын
The biggest marketing gimmick in the industry in my opinion!
@doilysimpkin6972 Жыл бұрын
I've never cruised before but for some reason have recently got into watching cruise channels like yours. I saw someone say that they are willing to pay extra for a smaller solo/studio cabin, not for the lounge but for the lack of noise. They said that they're usually a lot quiter, as you don't have kids running up and down the corridor and people having loud conversations etc. I don't know how prevalent that sort of thing is, but they saw it as important. Thought you might find that interesting. X
@30AndAWakeUp Жыл бұрын
That is interesting. I recently spent time in one & I guess it was a little quieter in the area we were in.
@kellyschultz485 8 ай бұрын
I found Norwegian Balcony Cabins no more noisier than the inside cabins. But I never cruise when the kids are out of school, like spring break. I saw maybe 5 kids on my last Norwegian Cruise. Look at the bottom line, like Kevin says. Its the best advice I have heard so far!
@pattyk8594 Ай бұрын
Great information, thank you!
@30AndAWakeUp Ай бұрын
Thanks for watching and commenting! 🙏
@goldenblooms6672 Жыл бұрын
Thank you. Happy cruising!!!
@30AndAWakeUp Жыл бұрын
🙏
@danwest6803 11 ай бұрын
The best deals out there ate on repositioning cruises. They are usually 14 to 21 days and are very well priced. I booked a 16 day cruise from Seattle to Alaska to Japan for less than 200 bucks. Certainly the airfare back from Tokyo will be expensive, but the bonus comes in that I can jump straight back to Seattle and take a second repositioning cruise 21 days to Miami for just over 200 bucks. A month and a half at sea for under 4K. My military retirement check will pay that in a month and the next half month is living at no cost out of pocket
@30AndAWakeUp 9 ай бұрын
great point
@susandiekmann 3 ай бұрын
Super helpful!! I should have used CruisePlum when bidding for an upgrade, too. Excellent point made about focusing on cost per day to truly compare apples to apples. Thanks, Kevin!
@30AndAWakeUp 3 ай бұрын
no problem
@karltraveldude7817 Жыл бұрын
Great information ! Thank you ...
@30AndAWakeUp Жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@sabon9421 7 ай бұрын
Thank you so much for your explanation.
@30AndAWakeUp 7 ай бұрын
no problem
@deanrouleau8403 6 ай бұрын
Great Video! Thanks
@30AndAWakeUp 6 ай бұрын
Glad you liked it!
@Michael-iw3ek 6 ай бұрын
Omg love the no bs explanation of all the fees.
@30AndAWakeUp 6 ай бұрын
no problem
@EyeOfScrutiny Жыл бұрын
Great video. Subscribed!!
@30AndAWakeUp Жыл бұрын
Awesome, thank you!
@TXMEDRGR Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the very understandable presentation.
@30AndAWakeUp Жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it!
@dwalker6868 Жыл бұрын
Awesome thank you for sharing
@30AndAWakeUp Жыл бұрын
You are so welcome
@ziastateofmind Жыл бұрын
Thank you SO MUCH for this!! I have been trying to figure out the onboard cost and no one will tell me!!! I am new to this and I keep booking resorts because I can plan the whole budget. I am so grateful!!!!
@30AndAWakeUp Жыл бұрын
No problem! ☺️🙏
@keving5452 Жыл бұрын
Great job Kevin!
@30AndAWakeUp Жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@ralphweber2522 Жыл бұрын
This is a great video, thank you! My wife just passed last year and so I am new to solo cruising and I am guilty of only being concerned about the solo supplement. Great advice, thanks again!
@30AndAWakeUp Жыл бұрын
Sorry to hear about your wife passing, Ralph.
@jennalovecraftreeves9679 Жыл бұрын
Thanks! Very helpful
@30AndAWakeUp Жыл бұрын
You're welcome!
@FraserAtSea Жыл бұрын
Some great tips in this video, but I'm actually SO impressed at how quiet that top deck is for your video - I dread to think what time you were up to shoot that video!
@30AndAWakeUp Жыл бұрын
haha...yeah it was pretty early and I have a wireless lapel mic on! :)
@FraserAtSea Жыл бұрын
@@30AndAWakeUp mind me asking what mic you’re using? I’m toying with a DJI one, but they’re huge compared to yours!
@Cruisebetty Жыл бұрын
Thank you for the resources.
@30AndAWakeUp Жыл бұрын
Any time
@HOlsen-xe1xy Жыл бұрын
Thank for the cruiseplum tutorial. Love the sort ability.
@30AndAWakeUp Жыл бұрын
Glad you like it!
@brianmcelroy9916 Жыл бұрын
Wow! A great, informative video.
@30AndAWakeUp Жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@museumholictv Жыл бұрын
I taught my math was bad! You were calculating then I kinda answer it then you said $500 per person .....I like it when you give an honest reviews no sugar coated. Thank you Kevin
@30AndAWakeUp Жыл бұрын
No problem :)
@suzanneantonich4106 Ай бұрын
Kevin The one thing you left out that I’m sure at least 75% of us end up paying that is a shock to the system… Is parking! I think in Lauderdale it was $25 or $30 a DAY! That one was an unexpected surprise when leaving! Another couple hundred bucks.
@30AndAWakeUp Ай бұрын
good point
@donnaricciardelli7050 10 күн бұрын
@@30AndAWakeUpwe were pleasantly surprised at the Ft. Lauderdale cruise port terminal parking that it was FREE for those displaying a handicapped tag. Had the money in hand ready to pay and was flagged thru with a smile. Nice way to end a cruise.
@oaktree1626 Жыл бұрын
Very good video. Thanks.
@30AndAWakeUp Жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching.
@kellyschultz485 8 ай бұрын
Thank you for breaking it down in a very informative way. I have never heard of CruisePlum but I will be checking it out! All your videos make this so easy to understand! What do you think of the new Norwegian Solo Cabins in every category that are coming out in Jan? And I would love to hear about Holland America’s Cabin prices for Solo Cruisers!
@30AndAWakeUp 8 ай бұрын
I have used Norwegian's solo cabins and usually they cost the same as a double occupancy cabin. Sometimes you can find deals but usually not..
@michaelsullivan1052 2 ай бұрын
Fantastic video. Total cost per day is how I think about these cruise deals too. Thank you so much for telling us about this great resource.
@30AndAWakeUp 2 ай бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@texassecession6422 5 ай бұрын
I was looking for a solo cruise travel. After watching this, don't even want to go to a cruise at all.
@30AndAWakeUp 5 ай бұрын
👍
@SatSun-op9dp 3 ай бұрын
@@30AndAWakeUpwatch Travel with Ben. He sailed out of South Hampton, UK, he’s British, In October 2023. He went to NYC in 13 days with stops in France, Spain & Portugal. 511.00 USD on Norwegian.
@kimdenault4147 Жыл бұрын
Hi from Chicago, Great Video!
@30AndAWakeUp Жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@cruisingforone Жыл бұрын
You have it right, value is the way to look at cost. I also consider the value of double the space and double (or triple) the loyalty points.
@30AndAWakeUp Жыл бұрын
Exactly!
@angies_world_cruise 18 күн бұрын
Worked on cruise lines but didn't know how to get the good deals like that. Thank you for providing that!)
@30AndAWakeUp 18 күн бұрын
No problem!
@anastas6179 Жыл бұрын
This is great. I'm new to cruise life and know I've made a few beginner mistakes (I have a studio booked on NCL Bliss), but that website will be super helpful and quite a time-saver. Already found a couple future items within my criteria, though I am holding off until I get my first two cruises completed (I have 4 booked).
@30AndAWakeUp Жыл бұрын
I dont think that is a mistake. You'll get to see how much you like that experience and see if it's worth the premium. I did the same thing as you before I found that website. The data it provides is soooo good.
@SoloCruiserJan Жыл бұрын
Most excellent information and I appreciate the thought that went into it. It's like you made the video just for me! :). I am one of those that until recently, thought the NCL studio cabins were the best deal on the market. Handy tip for NCL travelers if you DON'T book the studio cabins. On my last NCL cruise, I booked a balcony. As soon as I got on the ship, I headed to Guest Services and asked them about the solo program and if I could get access to the Studio Lounge. YES and I met the solo group every evening. NCL treats its solo passengers well and I do wish other lines would implement similar programs so if you want to meet other solos, it is an option. Thanks!
@30AndAWakeUp Жыл бұрын
That is good to know about other cabins getting access. I appreciate that. And you didn't know....I made this for you Jan! :)
@SoloCruiserJan Жыл бұрын
@@30AndAWakeUp so sweet! I can't wait for MY next video LOL
@darleneg3683 21 күн бұрын
Did you have to pay extra for that access to the Solo lounge?
@sandyhicks9232 Жыл бұрын
Thanks for your continued posts. I’m learning quite a bit and at age 72 I am single and thinking about taking the big step of my first cruise. Obviously, there are millions of questions and lots of research but living in New Jersey, I have narrowed down my interest right now to warm weather cruises.
@30AndAWakeUp Жыл бұрын
Warm weather cruising is the best 😊
@cherifurr3935 Жыл бұрын
I’m a widow and have been cruising solo since 2019. I’ve met some lovely people and seen wonderful places. Don’t hesitate! You can ask for a “sharing table” at dinners, go on group excursions, and meet people at trivia competitions, in the cruise terminal, etc. You can also find 50% solo supplements. Go for it!
@jeh9037 Жыл бұрын
@@cherifurr3935 Go for it - never too late
@SirenaSpades 8 ай бұрын
There are singles cruises. Vacations To Go has them. Every quarter or so, they organize a group of singles and they book together, so they can go on the tours, sit together, and have fun, Gives you people to do things with. Vacations To Go is basically an online tour booking place (my mind is going blank). I'm sure there are others doing the same thing.
@kellyschultz485 8 ай бұрын
@@cherifurr3935me too. I am 65. My Husband refuses to go on a cruise. Last time I went with a friend. Now, I am ready to go and cannot find anyone to go with me! I wish I could find a Solo Cruisers Group!
@dailyresolution3984 3 ай бұрын
Hey Master Chief...thanks for the video. I like the name of the channel. Fair winds Brother!
@30AndAWakeUp 3 ай бұрын
Thanks bro!
@Mookie_Wilson Жыл бұрын
great stuff!
@30AndAWakeUp Жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it!
@blackbirds4 4 ай бұрын
Another great video
@30AndAWakeUp 4 ай бұрын
Thanks! 🙏
@didid7880 Жыл бұрын
Thanks for all the solo info! See you on the Enchantment on March 11!
@30AndAWakeUp Жыл бұрын
Can't wait!
@adriankung1625 Жыл бұрын
Thanks for all the good info and resources Kevin! Just missed your live by 12 hours, lol -- been really busy. but hey -- if you ever do fly out to Vancouver, I'll take you for a truly good craft beer at one of our local micro brewers. That's if I'm not in Mexico or beyond by then, lol. Here's hoping... Like you, I somewhat enjoy sea days -- my ideal Hawaii trip would be a one way cruise to Hawaii and then kick around the islands exploring for awhile before flying out again. Cheers!...from North Vancouver
@30AndAWakeUp Жыл бұрын
Yeah, it would be cool to just hop on a one way cruise to Hawaii for sure.
@generosson1576 5 ай бұрын
What a find. Thanks for this reference for Cruiseplum
@30AndAWakeUp 5 ай бұрын
It’s the best!
@juliekendall6409 Жыл бұрын
I’m using this site from now on, thank you 😊
@30AndAWakeUp Жыл бұрын
It really is great
@SharonRStudio 3 ай бұрын
Thank you for this. I like to travel solo, but have previously paid double the per person rate. I like the “cost per day” comparison.
@30AndAWakeUp 3 ай бұрын
Yeah, that is definitely the best way to compare cruises.
@cruisingfromtheozarks Жыл бұрын
When I do cost comparison of cruises I basically do the same things. I figure out 3 costs: the total cruise fare (with taxes, tips and fees), the per day cost, and the same total and per day cost with the upgraded package (or drink package) the line offers. This is because we usually like a drink package and sometimes the higher-end lines offer an upgrade package where drinks are included that actually ends up cheaper overall than a more budget friendly line if you’re adding their drink package onto the cost.
@30AndAWakeUp Жыл бұрын
That’s definitely a good approach
@kellyschultz485 8 ай бұрын
I always figure in the cost of Travel Protection also. I would be interested to know which is the best outside company for it. My Travel Agent suggested Allianz. I believe they have better coverage than the Cruise line Coverage!
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