The Best Cruise Lines for Solo Travelers

Solo Cruising: Better Than You Think Cruising solo used to be an exercise in paying for two and getting one — the single supplement (typically 100% of the double occupancy rate) made solo cruising far more expensive than it needed to be. That's changed significantly. Norwegian, Virgin Voyages , and others have invested in dedicated solo cabins, solo-friendly programming, and single supplement waivers that make cruising alone a genuinely excellent choice. Here's what to know. Norwegian Cruise Line: The Solo Pioneer Norwegian was the first major cruise line to dedicate studio cabins specifically to solo travelers — small but well-designed single-occupancy cabins available at significantly lower single supplements than a standard cabin. The Norwegian studio cabin concept also includes access to the Studio Lounge, an exclusive common area for solo passengers only that serves as a social hub. Many solo cruisers report making their best cruise friends in the Studio Lounge. Norwegian also re…