While some enjoy their own company, for others a vacation is a thing best shared. Cruise enthusiasts don't necessarily have to forgo their favorite method of travel should they find themselves without a travel mate; by taking advantage of the Internet and services provided by travel firms, cruise goers can find a companion whose love of life at sea rivals their own. With a little persistence and an eye towards safety, singles can be on their way to group fun with little effort.
- 1Check website forums. Some websites offer forums to help cruise goers find companions. Travel agency sites and cruise line forums are excellent places to check. Try forums that feature individuals with similar interests or lifestyles. For example, seniors can check AARP's cruising forums.
- 2Talk to a travel agency. Travel agencies frequently offer group packages and can help pair up individuals traveling alone, or book individuals into escorted group tours, which creates groups from a selection of strangers looking to take the same cruise.
- 3Make a group of your own. Talk to people with common interests, such as co-workers, church members or family friends to put together a group. Group cruises are often cheaper and offer more discounts the larger the group.
- 4Check with the cruise line. Some cruise lines offer services to pair up individuals looking for a companion. Likewise, singles cruises allow singles to meet a ship full of cruise companions.
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