{"id":82818,"date":"2025-08-12T09:08:11","date_gmt":"2025-08-12T16:08:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/?p=82818"},"modified":"2025-08-12T11:25:37","modified_gmt":"2025-08-12T18:25:37","slug":"tips-for-single-solo-cruising-with-holland-america","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/cruise-planning\/tips-for-single-solo-cruising-with-holland-america\/","title":{"rendered":"Tips for Single &#038; Solo Cruising With Holland America"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-1 fusion-flex-container has-pattern-background has-mask-background nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"max-width:1248px;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-0 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:100%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:1.92%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:20px;--awb-spacing-left-large:1.92%;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:1.92%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-1\"><p style=\"text-align: left;\">Did you know that all three Pinnacle Class ships \u2014 the newest and largest in the Holland America fleet \u2014 contain a dozen solo Ocean View staterooms featuring a full-size Mariner\u2019s Dream\u2122 bed, ample storage space, an in-room mini-fridge, and more? These comfortable spaces range from 127\u2013172 square feet and are located at the very fore of the ship.<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-1 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-three\"><h3 class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left\" style=\"margin:0;\">\ud83c\udf0d Solo Traveling With Holland America: A Cruise Just for You<\/h3><\/div><div class=\"fusion-image-element \" style=\"--awb-caption-title-font-family:var(--h2_typography-font-family);--awb-caption-title-font-weight:var(--h2_typography-font-weight);--awb-caption-title-font-style:var(--h2_typography-font-style);--awb-caption-title-size:var(--h2_typography-font-size);--awb-caption-title-transform:var(--h2_typography-text-transform);--awb-caption-title-line-height:var(--h2_typography-line-height);--awb-caption-title-letter-spacing:var(--h2_typography-letter-spacing);\"><span class=\" fusion-imageframe imageframe-none imageframe-1 hover-type-none\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" alt=\"A solo traveler in a striped dress relaxes in a lounge chair next to the Lido Pool on a Holland America cruise ship\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/the-ultimate-guide-to-singles-cruises-2.jpg\" class=\"img-responsive wp-image-82827\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/the-ultimate-guide-to-singles-cruises-2-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/the-ultimate-guide-to-singles-cruises-2-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/the-ultimate-guide-to-singles-cruises-2-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/the-ultimate-guide-to-singles-cruises-2-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/the-ultimate-guide-to-singles-cruises-2.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><\/span><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-2\"><p style=\"text-align: left;\">Cruising solo doesn\u2019t have to mean paying more or feeling lonely. At Holland America, solo travelers can enjoy enriching journeys tailored just for them. Here\u2019s how:<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-2 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-four\"><h4 class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left\" style=\"margin:0;\">1. Single Staterooms &amp; Value Options \ud83d\udecf\ufe0f<\/h4><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-3\"><ul style=\"text-align: left;\">\n<li>Pinnacle Class ships <em>Rotterdam, Nieuw Statendam, and Koningsdam<\/em> offer dedicated Single Ocean View staterooms featuring twin beds, a large picture window, and about 127\u2013172 square feet of space \u2014 without paying a single supplement.<\/li>\n<li>Prefer a standard stateroom? Register for our <b>Standby List<\/b> for a chance to cruise for $198\/day in an Inside or Ocean View stateroom or $258\/day in a Verandah stateroom.<\/li>\n<li>Once you have booked your cruise, add the <b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/en\/us\/cruise-deals\/have-it-all\/have-it-all-upgrade?xid=EXTHBG2025081280QOYYD183\">Have It All package<\/a><\/b> to your standard stateroom booking for better solo value.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-3 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-four\"><h4 class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left\" style=\"margin:0;\">2. Social Opportunities to Connect<\/h4><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-4\"><ul style=\"text-align: left;\">\n<li>Dedicated onboard meetups let you meet and mingle with fellow solo travelers<\/li>\n<li>Enriching communal experiences such as our music clubs and interactive events naturally bring solo travelers into shared spaces<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-4 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-four\"><h4 class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left\" style=\"margin:0;\">3. Solo-Friendly Ships &amp; Itineraries<\/h4><\/div><div class=\"fusion-image-element \" style=\"--awb-caption-title-font-family:var(--h2_typography-font-family);--awb-caption-title-font-weight:var(--h2_typography-font-weight);--awb-caption-title-font-style:var(--h2_typography-font-style);--awb-caption-title-size:var(--h2_typography-font-size);--awb-caption-title-transform:var(--h2_typography-text-transform);--awb-caption-title-line-height:var(--h2_typography-line-height);--awb-caption-title-letter-spacing:var(--h2_typography-letter-spacing);\"><span class=\" fusion-imageframe imageframe-none imageframe-2 hover-type-none\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" alt=\"A woman takes a dip in the Blue Lagoon\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/the-ultimate-guide-to-singles-cruises-3.jpg\" class=\"img-responsive wp-image-82824\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/the-ultimate-guide-to-singles-cruises-3-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/the-ultimate-guide-to-singles-cruises-3-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/the-ultimate-guide-to-singles-cruises-3-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/the-ultimate-guide-to-singles-cruises-3-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/the-ultimate-guide-to-singles-cruises-3.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><\/span><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-5\"><ul style=\"text-align: left;\">\n<li>Our perfectly sized ships provide the perfect balance of intimacy and exploration \u2014 ideal for solo travelers who prefer active social engagement over megaship crowds<\/li>\n<li>From awe-inspiring Alaska to elegant Europe and the captivating Caribbean, our destinations offer a satisfying blend of culture, dining, modern life, and shared exploration<\/li>\n<li>Group <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/en\/us\/shore-excursions?xid=EXTHBG20250812L327AQDIZN\">shore excursions<\/a> are a great way to connect with your fellow cruisers as you share photos, stories, and memories<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-2 fusion-flex-container has-pattern-background has-mask-background internalBanner nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-padding-top:30px;--awb-padding-right:30px;--awb-padding-bottom:30px;--awb-padding-left:30px;--awb-background-color:#dce3eb;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"max-width:1248px;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-1 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:100%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:1.92%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:20px;--awb-spacing-left-large:1.92%;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:1.92%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\" data-scroll-devices=\"small-visibility,medium-visibility,large-visibility\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-6 fusion-text-no-margin\" style=\"--awb-text-color:var(--awb-color6);--awb-margin-top:0px;--awb-margin-right:0px;--awb-margin-bottom:0px;--awb-margin-left:0px;\"><p><em>Ready to find your next solo cruise vacation? <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/en\/us\/find-a-cruise?xid=EXTHBG20250812UB279VQQU3\">Find your next cruise<\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-3 fusion-flex-container has-pattern-background has-mask-background nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"max-width:1248px;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-2 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:100%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:1.92%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:20px;--awb-spacing-left-large:1.92%;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:1.92%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-5 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-four\"><h4 class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left\" style=\"margin:0;\">4. Pro Tips From Solo Cruisers<\/h4><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-7\"><p style=\"text-align: left;\">According to seasoned solo travelers:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"text-align: left;\">Be proactive: Meet fellow passengers by joining your itinerary\u2019s Cruise Critic Roll Call thread prior to your departure date<\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: left;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/en\/us\/onboard-experiences\/activities?xid=EXTHBG20250812NXYWY105FE\">Group activities<\/a> such as trivia, cooking demos, or lively nights at the Ocean Bar are a great way to spark new friendships<\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: left;\">Try both fixed and anytime dining strategies to optimize social opportunities during meals<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-6 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-four\"><h4 class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left\" style=\"margin:0;\">5. Is Holland America Right for You?<\/h4><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-8\"><ul style=\"text-align: left;\">\n<li>For retirees or easygoing single and solo travelers, Holland America\u2019s relaxed ambience, enriching onboard programming, live music, and quality dining are a perfect match<\/li>\n<li>Flexible itineraries, shore excursions, dining options, and onboard activities let you cruise your way<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-7 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-three\"><h3 class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left\" style=\"margin:0;\">\u2728 Final Thoughts: Singles Cruising + You<\/h3><\/div><div class=\"fusion-image-element \" style=\"--awb-caption-title-font-family:var(--h2_typography-font-family);--awb-caption-title-font-weight:var(--h2_typography-font-weight);--awb-caption-title-font-style:var(--h2_typography-font-style);--awb-caption-title-size:var(--h2_typography-font-size);--awb-caption-title-transform:var(--h2_typography-text-transform);--awb-caption-title-line-height:var(--h2_typography-line-height);--awb-caption-title-letter-spacing:var(--h2_typography-letter-spacing);\"><span class=\" fusion-imageframe imageframe-none imageframe-3 hover-type-none\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" alt=\"A group of four enjoying dinner in the Main Dining Room on Holland America\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/the-ultimate-guide-to-singles-cruises-4.jpg\" class=\"img-responsive wp-image-82825\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/the-ultimate-guide-to-singles-cruises-4-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/the-ultimate-guide-to-singles-cruises-4-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/the-ultimate-guide-to-singles-cruises-4-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/the-ultimate-guide-to-singles-cruises-4-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/the-ultimate-guide-to-singles-cruises-4.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><\/span><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-9\"><p style=\"text-align: left;\">With single staterooms, social programs, curated excursions, and flexible fare options, solo cruising with Holland America allows for both connection and blissful solitude. Experience the Holland America difference in your private sanctuary at sea.<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-8 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-three\"><h3 class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left\" style=\"margin:0;\">\u2705 Next Steps<\/h3><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-10\"><ul style=\"text-align: left;\">\n<li><b>Choose your date &amp; ship<\/b> \u2014 Check the availability of Single Ocean View staterooms (Pinnacle Class ships only) or the Standby List<\/li>\n<li><b>Engage early<\/b> \u2014 Join pre-cruise groups and start conversations<\/li>\n<li><b>Plan your journey<\/b> \u2014 Select a mix of activities, dining styles, and shore excursions that match your vibe<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-11\"><p style=\"text-align: left;\">Ready for an independent yet connected <a href=\"http:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/?xid=EXTHBG202508127JWM7VHKXM\">cruise vacation<\/a>? Let Holland America turn solo sails into shared discovery \u2014 on your terms.<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-12\"><h3 style=\"text-align: center;\">Access Exclusive Deals &amp; More<\/h3>\n<\/div><div style=\"text-align:center;\"><a class=\"fusion-button button-flat fusion-button-default-size button-default fusion-button-default button-1 fusion-button-default-span fusion-button-default-type\" target=\"_self\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/en\/us\/sign-up?xid=EXTHBG20250812SA6X4NQFVI\"><span class=\"fusion-button-text\">Sign Up for Special Offers<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"author":1992,"featured_media":82826,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[33,53],"tags":[4280,4351,4350],"class_list":["post-82818","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-cruise-planning","category-featured-cruise-planning","tag-cruise-tips","tag-onboard-activities","tag-single-cruising"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/82818","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1992"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=82818"}],"version-history":[{"count":14,"href":"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/82818\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":82837,"href":"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/82818\/revisions\/82837"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/82826"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=82818"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=82818"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=82818"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}