"There are lots of us elderly people," writes a reader, "who are, unfortunately, alone through the demise of our partner, divorce, or whatever. Cruises and tours are always double occupancy, thus not ...

There was a time, not too long ago, when cruise passengers wishing to occupy a cabin by themselves had to pay a supplement of up to 200% of the double-occupancy fare. Increasingly, though, cruise ...

Cruises aren’t just for families and couples – they can be just as rewarding and relaxing for solo travellers. A cruise holiday is a great option if travelling alone, providing opportunities to meet ...

Summer is looming, and you still haven’t made vacation plans. Are you procrastinating because you don’t have a travel companion? Or because you’re a little uncomfortable sharing the confines of a room ...

Taking a cruise by yourself comes with plenty of perks, like doing what you want when you want. But there is one drawback that guests going it alone for the first time may not expect: extra fees.