Cruises are ideal and adored by the 60-and-over crowd. A senior’s cruise can be one that is tailored for you to meet other singles. On the other hand, some just cater for mature audiences. Overall, the shore excursions, onboard activities, dinners, shows, and customized service make them worthwhile. In fact, some ships are booked fully one or more years in advance before the departure date. If you opt for singles over 60 cruises, it will be a fresh opportunity to learn new things, visit numerous destinations, and meet other senior singles.
How Single Cruises Work
Travel agencies take the responsibility of organizing these voyages and target unmarried seniors. They obtain a block of staterooms from a cruiser and work with the ship cruise director to plan special activities for their group. Some hire single hosts and tour managers. These professionals look after the needs of the passengers in the senior singles group. In some cruises, you will find gentleman hosts. Their job is to dance with single women. Okay, it may sound non-natural at first, but this is an excellent method to dance.
Things to Look for in a Cruise
When deciding on the voyage, remember that you will spend most of your time on the ship. Thus, check if they offer numerous quality enrichment programs onboard to keep your brain active. The destination is equally of great importance. You might have traveled to numerous ports. Consequently, it is worthwhile to look at the diversity of their travel itinerary.
Most members of the 60-crowd may have mobility or health issues. So, the availability of top-notch medical care is essential. Additionally, they should cater for wheelchairs and ensure that moving around is seamless.
When booking, you have the option of occupying a whole stateroom that can fit two people or look for a roommate. Single supplement is expensive and may be boring. The fare could be 100% more than the regular costs.
Also, keep in mind that in most cruises for seniors over 60, the women are more than the men. Thus, it is vital to bring a friend along, just in case. You will also pay less than if you sailed alone.
Reasons to Take Cruises for Seniors Over 60
Leave the Details to Someone Else
Once you settle on the agency and cruise, your work is over. Someone else will handle the rest of the planning and stops along the way. The customer care on most cruises is excellent. The cabin steward and waiters will look after you and your lodgings, always serving you with a warm grin on their face.
Meeting Other Singles
It is not a guarantee to meet the perfect partner on the first voyage. However, you will become acquainted with making new friends from a pool of like-minded people who love to travel. Here you can find a roommate for your future travels.
Fun Onboard Activities
From dancing to lectures, your cruise is the opportune moment to learn. Some ships offer music lessons, painting, or cooking classes.
Overall, cruises for seniors over 60 are excellent. Thus, do not shy away from taking one.
Where are the cruises that do not demand double occupancy??
I am interested in cruises for single seniors leaving and returning to any Florida port!
Mike….
I too am looking for Cruising companion/buddy, but not alone…I reside 2 hrs between West Palm Beach and Orlando….
Sandy
Hi sandy. Never been on a cruise and been widowed for 6 yrs. Maybe a shared vacation. Have never travelled alone
Interested in taking a senior cruise, Recently a widower and would like to get away.
I’m a widow and am looking for the same. Let me know if you find any.
I am interested in cruises for single seniors leaving and returning to Baltimore port!
I would like to meet someone my own age that wants to travel.
What age are you?
How old are you? Looking for a traveling companion
Hi what is your age please i am single my wife git killed 4 years ago while riding her bike by a hit an run driver I am now ready to start my new lifw with that special lady looking forward to hearing for you thanks A
Hello Larry
I recently moved to Florida with in mind “Easy Escapes from any Port…”
I am single lady mid 60’s…want to cruise and share it with someone of same mind…
Aloha,
Sandy
Hey there! Would love to travel with you. I am in my 60’s.
Hi Kathy My name is Al I am single my wife got killed by a hit an run driver while riding her bike 4 years ago I am now ready to start my new life with that special lady please let me hear from you thanks Al
If you find out I would sure love to know. I am a widow for five years and my Daughter thinks I should travel , but a cruise is very expensive if you have a cabin to your self as you have likely found out. . I am not looking for a husband, just some nice friends. I heard that some cruises offer one or two cabins for a single person, but as of yet I haven’t got any information on which one. If you hear of something, kindly E mail me.
Julie. I have the same problem. Would love to cruise but I don’t l ow anyone my age that can
Hi Marian my name is Al I live in the Seattle Washington area I am single my wife got killed by a hit an run driver while riding her bike I am now ready to start my new life with that special lady Please let me hear from you thanks Al
Hi Maria , my name is Al I live in the Seattle Washington area I am single my wife got killed by a hit an run driver while riding her bike I am now ready to start my new life with that special lady Please let me hear from you thanks Al
Hi Julie.
The cruise line that was first to offer the studio cabin was Norwegian. There is no singles supplement, and the cabins are small. Apparently travellers in studio cabins have access to a singles lounge where they can meet others travelling alone. Other cruise companies now offer studios, but I don’t know which ones. Please contact me and we can discuss this further, and maybe exchange travel plans. I want to escape Canada’s cold winter!
Best regards,
Angela Conway
Hello Angela,
I know what Canadian winters are like- lived in Toronto for 21 years, used to go Florida. I live in London now, am over 60 but under 70 and fairly active widow. Looking to share an apartment with like minded perhaps in Naples, Florida where I know a Canadian friend. Or go on a cruise that offers studio cabins. Please share ideas or if you know of any groups.
Maria
I would love to travel. I am married but he isn’t interested. Thus I need a roommate because as you say traveling single is expensive. I am interested in cruises that offer interesting and educational land trips and I can fly to any departure port. Contact me if you are willing to share your cabin.
Interested in cruises for ages 60+
Me….
I’m interested in singles cruises for seniors leaving from and returning to any Florida port! MDT
Im interested in singles cruise also leaving from western Florida , after august 2019
Are there any cruises going to Alaska?
I am 82 but very mobile and in good health. I have very little money and would like to leave from northern California. Flights are more than I can afford.
Hi Claire.
I know there are cruises that travel along the Pacific coast, with departures from Los Angeles and San Francisco, (mostly in the Summer months, I think). Please contact me to discuss further.
Best regards,
Angela Conway
I am interested in spending a year on a ship, single occupancy. Any such available?
Hi Seneca.
I too would be interested in an extra long cruise, but I’ve come to the conclusion that I would have to book a series of separate cruises. Please contact me to discuss.
Best regards,
Angela Conway
Yes , i believe that Princess Cruises offers a one year cruise but you change ships 6 months into the plan.
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I am A 69 year young retired man from Seattle. I would like to go on some cruises. maybe two or three a year. but I need a room mate to cut the cost of single occupancy.
Hi my is Mona. I like to travel., looking for companion.,
Hello Mona. I too am looking or a travel companion. I’m in Florida where are you?
Tony
Hi Joe.
Check out studio cabins with Norwegian Cruise Lines. Small cabins with no singles supplement.
Best regards,
Angela Conway
HI Joe. This is Joe in Houston, I am in same boat, looking for a cruise mate. email me if you are interested in seeing if we match.
Joe…
Hello, I use to reside there and LOVE SEATTLE, lived in Redondo Beach on the Sound…
Presently in Florida, and 67, single lady 2 hours from a Port…
I’m willing to get to know you, so we’re ready to GO….
Sandy
I am 64 in good buffed condition;single looking for a partner on a cruise. I live in Panama, and and can travel flexibly.What do you recommend?
Hi I would like to get to know more about you if you care to
Hi Dorothy
Orrin,
Still looking for partner??
I am already in Florida…. Ft Lauderxale or Orlando works for me…
Sandy
Any Woman
67y.o. Divorced 6 yrs. Send Photo
looking to find good cruise at reasonable price im 61 male hoping to meet likeminded people
I would like to be on the same cruise with you so we could meet each other
Living in Chicago 75 years and in good health want to travel preferably cruise
anyone interested male or female traveling companion. Not looking for a husband
just a friend with similar interest. This August or September 2019.
I love cruises, I prefer to cruise from Baltimore MD if you are interested let me know.
I am interested in going on a single over 50/60 cruise so I can meet someone who is a Christian companion to enjoy life with
Helen, June
I am interested in a cruise over Christmas and New Year 2019 a solo cruise over 60 where I could meet some nice companions both male and female. From southamption. I do have a stick but am not totally disabled.
Good article, however, it doesn’t give any cruise information or where we can go to book a cruise for 60+ single seniors.
Can anyone provide this information
Hi Sharon.
Good question. Please let me know if you receive any information. I may join you!
Angela Conway
Has anyone ever been on a single senior’s cruise? Been a widow for 2 years…
I would like a cruise for seniors leaving in Dec 2019 and be gone for Christmas and/or New years. This will be my first cruise so I am a little skiddish about it. I would like to depart from a east coast port. Many thanks.
I would like to be on a single senior’s cruise for the 2019 holidays, also. I live in CA so I’m closest to San Pedro port and have sailed from there before. I’ve also sailed from Miami. I do not want to share a room. I’m an old hippie — laid back and cool.
Robert,
Did you get to go on that Cruise….
Sandy
Cecilia – looking for single occupancy with a balcony – leaving and returning to NY
Cheap cruise leaving ny or Bayonne no to Caribbean
Hey Bill
Where?
Sandy
I would be interested in a cruise for a week – maybe two going to Europe, specifically Netherlands, Germany and that area. If someone is interested (female) in sharing a stateroom – oceanview or balcony would love to hear from you.
I am very interested in a senior singles cruise
Where do I find one?
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Looking for female roommate for travel on senior cruise
Carol
What is the protocol for showering , sleeping ( I assume single beds), dressing, dinning, excursions when sharing a room.
WOW just what I was searching for. Came here by searching for cruises for seniors over 60