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Many lines do have “solo” cabin categories (Royal, HAL, MSC) what those don’t have is the ship within a ship concept with a lounge and access to a dedicated solo coordinator (which is a perk depending on your needs). But you’re right, this has been very successful for NCL so others are finally starting to market more to solos.
@@joangehr3150 I belong to a group of solo woman travelers . And a lot of them are newly divorced, widowed , or retiring and often they talk about rates always being double rated . And the would like to travel but would not be comfortable rooming with a stranger . This would be good for Solo Men in that position as well.
The solo cabin is also great for two friends traveling together. Yes some of them even connect. The advantage is you each get your own space and your own bathroom.
@@fritzsadventure1320 no. only one per cabin. BUT the cost is roughly half of a standard balcony cabin, so if traveling with a friend... I'd personally opt for sharing a standard balcony room (assuming you know/like them enough to share a room)
I’m so impressed. I’m also introverted and need quiet. Sleep is most important, so knowing it is 1) dark, 2) cooler, and 3) quiet in the halls is awesome. I also LOVE the private lounge. Thanks for a great review! I’m saving this video.
I'm a big NCL solo cabin cruiser and I love them! The solo lounges are great and it's so much fun hanging out with the solos... going to dinner and shows and meeting new friends from all over the world. 🤗
I think these solo cabins seem great but I agree about having access to the ocean if you typically cruise with a balcony. It would be great if NCL could design the solo cruiser area to have a private deck or windows off the lounge area for all the solo cruisers to share. I think that would make it perfect for solo cruisers.
I will be doing my first solo cruise in May on the Encore in a Solo balcony. I normally do inside cabins when going with family/friends because we're only in there to sleep. However, my solo cruise is to Alaska so I'm soo happy that they had a solo balcony cabin.
I absolutely love the studio cabin option and how NCL adds even more to the solo cruiser experience with our own concierge. Also, the price point is huge for me!
I have said before, the studio cabin I had on the Escape is my favorite cabin. I do get missing a balcony, but as a solo cruiser the savings far outweighs the lack of views. Now if they were to add studio balcony cabins...
I have been on 4 solo NCL cruise ships: Getaway, Breakaway, Escape and Bliss and love these solo cabins. What sets NCL apart for me is that they have great outside decks for walking around and lounge chairs every where. When I am not in my solo cabin, I can enjoy these spaces. Give it a try. It is worth it! The Studio lounge is also perfect for early morning coffee before going up top.
That's probably the only thing I would consider a drawback-no quiet place to watch the ocean at any time of the day. For me, more than the ports, experiencing the ocean really makes the cruise experience for me. I've always loved water and just sitting there with the ocean makes me feel peaceful and happy. Unless it's noisy and crowded, which it is everywhere on a ship except for the balconies. I still might do this some day, though.
NCL has expanded their solo cabin offerings to include balconies and ocean views. These cabins aren't in the cordoned off area like the inside cabins are, but they do have access to the Studio Lounge.
On the Norwegian Epic, the studio rooms do have two tiny, smaller than twin, beds pushed together. I could feel the split on my first cruise, and they gave me a mattress pad which made the bed more comfortable but made the narrow walkway between the bed and closets even narrower. On my second Epic cruise, 16-day transatlantic, I couldn’t feel the split and was comfortable. After 16 days in the tiny cabin, I definitely figured out how to work the space and have it functional. I almost wouldn’t know what to do with larger space. I definitely liked the quiet hallway, and that was something I missed on my Carnival cruise back in March. PRO TIP: If you don’t like bright lights at night, take your card out of the holder thing so the toilet room light doesn’t automatically turn on. It’s motion activated. Use a flashlight or mini electric candle instead.
Excellent video! Loved the amenities, esp the double decker lounge, coffees, munchies, meetup board, etc. Love the exclusivity of locked wing for guests only. And that these cabins are on decks 10 & 11 forward and not in the bowels of the ship. It doesn't make the solo traveler feel ostracized or an afterthought that has to be accommodated. But rather a valued and special guest. I will definitely look into travelling in solo cabin in future. Very detailed review. Appreciate that you shared your actual costs too. Thanks Tony!! 🎉
Yes I like the idea about the solo cabins and a lounge and have actually been on two different Norwegians that have them. I like to feel valued instead of ostracized as a solo and with like-minded people sometimes
I think they are great for people by themselves and/or have minimal budgets. Better than having to pay for a double room when cruising solo. Great concept by NCL.
Great review. I was on the Epic for a crafting cruise, definitely without my husband. I was in a solo cabin and agree almost 100% with you. One thing for me - I am an introvert. Escaping to my solo cabin was wonderful. So quiet, I honestly didn’t miss the balcony. That shocked me. But I loved my little solo cabin cocoon. Since I am not single, as you are not, I tested out the solo events but didn’t really get involved. I felt they were really ideal for the single person looking to meet people. I had my craft group, too. Tony, love all your videos and you did a great job on this review.
Great review, Tony. What I loved was the quiet, the great sleep & no kids running up & down the halls. The 1st thing I noticed about the lounge was no ocean views, which would stop me from spendng time there, unless I had to work. I started out in interior cabins in 2018. Once I went to a balcony, no turning back.
Great and accurate review! I've taken six solo cruises with NCL and I absolutely love the accommodation. I do not miss the ocean view one bit, as when I'm ready to relax and read, I find a comfy lounge chair or couch along the side of the ship with a wide-open view of the water. These are very quiet spaces and I sit and enjoy my drink and soak in the atmosphere. When I go to my cabin, it's to sleep or change clothing, etc. I agree that the storage is plentiful (and I bring lots of clothes and shoes), and there's plenty of space to stow whatever you bring. You cannot beat the price - it's a real value vacation that feels first class. Have fun if you decide to take one of these solo cruises!!
Thanks! I am planning to cruise solo soon, and I had been a little worried about accommodations. I could easily work with this cabin, but my major wish for cruising is to have a quiet place to sit, read, and watch the waves. I’ll have to stick with a cabin that has a balcony.
Thank you for a great comprehensive review! 🤗 I hope that other lines will make solo cabins part of their design plan and hopefully with ocean view or balcony options! 👍🏻
@@AllisonMetcalfPalumbo i am traveling on the Celebrity Beyond in a solo infinite verandah for a total of 187 ft. I am that older woman who has been cruising since 1972, this will be my first solo cabin. I am looking forward to this, as i would not be able to go otherwise😊
Tony, in 2017 I also experienced the solo cabin on NCLA’s Pride of America around the Hawaiian Islands for 7 days. Mine was one of 4 such solo cabins surrounding a small solo lounge, accessible by a door in my cabin. It was great I thought. It must have been one of NCL’s first attempts at the solo cabin idea.
I've sailed solo cabins on the NCL Epic, Breakaway, Getaway, Escape and Bliss several times and absolutely love them. Looking forward to sailing the Getaway again for a B2B in a few weeks. I love that the Epic and *away twins have a bar in their lounge, but the lounge is just too small on the *away twins. They got rid of the porthole on the Bliss and newer ships and replaced it with a TV "virtual porthole" and I can't wait to see the new modified solo studios on the Prima in a few months.
Excellent review! I've stayed in all cabin types over the years on HAL, Carnival, NCL, Celebrity, etc. etc. When I first stayed in a Solo Cabin on the NCL Breakaway, I worried about claustrophobia; but it turned out not to be a problem with the "illusion" of a Port Hole window. It had plenty of space (for one), and I slept great. Plus, with the exclusive "Hallway Access", I found that you could really have a quiet place even when the ship was at full capacity. I would definitely recommend a Solo cabin for single travelers. Keep up the good work. By the way, you certainly are looking fit and healthy these days! Best of luck in all your travels.
I wondered if I could spend 7 days in that cabin. “Once you have a balcony cabin you can’t go back” is true for me. The ocean experience is foremost for me too. I like ordering coffee and sweet rolls for breakfast and sitting on the balcony looking out onto the ocean. Experiencing the vastness and power of the sea is cathartic. The 99 square foot cabin is certainly well designed. The private lounge is a great touch. But the ocean over rides these perks. I travel alone and I pay double for a balcony.
Hoping cruise lines will see interest in and notice comments about the ocean. Maybe the lounge could be external with a larger balcony space to sit, maybe a high top shelf table and stools?), something their engineers can design that will allow multiple guest to enjoy the ocean. NCL really listened to their guests. Good to see other lines starting to enter the solo cabin area. Maybe in the next 10 yrs we will have all the lines offering many categories of cabins for guests. This would be a well utilized portion of square footage development on future ships.
And you pay double for balcony, make sure if you don’t pay double the port charges since I heard sometimes unless you’re aware of it they charge double and they are not supposed to you’re only one person
Thank you for giving a complete tour and explanation. I would really like this kind of space. I am a solo traveler. I have participated in NCL's solo get-togethers (there were no solo cabins at that time). It was nice to meet similar minded travelers, share stories and get recommendations for things to see on the current trip and for other places as well.
I am head over heals for this cabin experience! So glad you did this video Tony, because I’ve now decided that for my annual mom/daughter cruise will be on NCL in two separate solo cabins. It’s such a perfect solution for both of us to have privacy and separate nap/sleep freedom, but at the same time having an exclusive area to enjoy. Amazing cabin, I absolutely love it. And thank you so much for the link to Blinkerst. Can’t wait to dive in and I greatly appreciate the discount 👍
Keep in mind that the "full length mirror" that was displayed in the video is actually a door to a connecting room (on some of the solo cabins), so if you wanted you could get two solo cabins next to each other and be able to easily walk between (if you wanted) and yet still have privacy when needed.
Tony you do an excellent’ cruise review! Seriously LOVE all the details you cover. You answer questions, I didn’t know I had! Really well done, thank you!
WoW, does that passageway carpet have the same optical illusion in person as it does in your recording? Damn, that made dizzy. Great review, comprehensive that will probably sell some Solo rooms. Not a preference for me though if that's all I had in my pocket I'll take it. Also, all my years at sea I finally have a word to describe my affinity for going to sea. It's the majesty of the sea. Good stuff, Tony. Thanks.
Great review, when my niece grew up and no longer traveled with us, I was without a roommate. Our NCL cruise consultant suggested a Solo Cabin. Last year I was in a Solo Cabin on the Escape. It was comfortable and safe. This October I will be in a Solo Cabin on the Breakaway. I highly recommend the Solo Cabin for anyone traveling alone or in a room alone.
I did the solo cabin on the norwegian epic and I loved it. I didn't take advantage of the lounge because my family were with me in their own balcony cabin, but I loved having my own little nest. Not really much different to a regular inside cabin...just a bit cheaper at the time. I wish all ships had them. Would definitely do it again..
Don't forget Virgin includes a lot of those charges in their base price. I'd been excluding them because they seemed so expensive compared to others until you do the "real" comparison. But I love your review of the solo on the Getaway, I've sailed on her before but I'm now traveling solo so this would be a great option. As always, thanks for the great info!
Awesome and comprehensive review! Thank you. Love the private lounge area (and especially the convenient availability of coffee!!). Size of the room would not be a deal breaker for me if I were traveling solo. However, I would have to think long and hard about booking such a stateroom since an anytime view of the ocean, preferably from a balcony, is so much a part of the cruise experience that I love.
Hey, hey, hey. I enjoy your videos. Some are just totally cranky and can make us more frustrated. Thanks for being on positive notes even in a 99 square foot room. Sometimes I wonder about your friend Don, he gets upset too quick. Enjoy your day 🌊⚓️🌊🛳🌊🌴🌊
Thank you, Tony. We booked our son a Solo cabin on the Breakaway for his 21st birthday. Granted This was supposed to be his Graduation cruise for 2020 and his birthday is in October so he'll get a double party.
Just wanted to say a big thank you. I’m 6’7”, 320, and it’s nice to hear the big man’s perspective. 😊 I haven’t cruised, but my daughter wants me to join her and her husband on their anniversary cruise next year. It’s nice to know this option is available and to see and hear that it might work for me. Looking forward to seeing more on your channel.
What a wonderful review of a solo cabin on NCL, Tony!! This was a very good insight into these cabins and I was amazed that you didn't feel claustrophobic by the cabin. It looks ideal for a solo cruiser! Thanks so much for all you do for this community!
I did a solo cabin on the Epic in 2017 and loved it. The lounge was a great place to meet people and the concierge did a fantastic job getting groups together for dinner seating and the shows.
Great video. as much as I like a cabin with a balcony I could see myself doing and inside solo cabin. But being retired and very flexible with dates I sometimes can get a balcony cabin for not much more than a solo cabin at the last minute before the ship sails as they want to sell those rooms.
I love the idea of the lounge area for solo travelers. Traveling solo is becoming more popular around the world and there is definitely an emphasis on meeting other people, learning about new states, countries, etc. I would give this a try. Thanks for the experience breakdown
Tony your content is great as usual, I view small inside cabins as I do tiny homes. People need choices for what they can afford & be happy with!!!. Personally I had an inside over 25 yrs ago not for me. The smell of the ocean off the balcony the view as well. Last simple fact for all your viewers usually the better the cabin & its perks the more time you spend their. You truly feel your on an exclusive vacation. John 🛳⛴🚢
Thanks for the great review it gives a good insight into solo cruising. I’m very out going and friendly but I still feel apprehensive about going cruising alone. I’m used to travelling alone haven’t been brave enough to book a cruise yet.
As a solo cruiser, I think this is a great option for some. But I do think it will depend on the individual (as it does for any experience). I do want to experience this for myself (a don't knock it if you haven't tried it type of thing). I know I'd prefer a regular size room and doubt that I would use the solo lounge, and I'm extremely introverted and prefer being outdoors as much as possible on a ship. But you never know. My opinion might change with actual experience. Looking forward to trying this. Thanks for sharing!🙂
Try it first. You don’t have to participate in activities and or join with the other solo travelers. I pretty much stick to myself too. I thought the lounge would be a party place but actually it is quiet. I am an early morning person and most of the time I would get coffee by myself. The NCL ships have many outside quiet decks to grab a chair and read if you like that.
I am mostly an introvert and the solo cabin I found a few other buddies to have meals with or a go places with when we were at port but I didn’t feel like I had to hang with them.
👏🏼 I’ve sailed in the solo cabins on both the Getaway and the Escape. Really enjoyed both ships’ accommodations. Staying in an inside just means you need to get out and about and have a fun time. 😃 Thank you for always sharing. ⚓️🌴
Great deal for sure. My first cruise I did an interior and never again. Nothing like seeing the water. I see Princess is having a Casino sale from NY to Canada and New England and the solo all-included price for a balcony is about $1200
I love NCL solo cabins. Your right, the beds are fantastic and they get super dark and are quiet. The Bliss has a virtual window. There is a camera so when you open the shade you see the ocean. Our solo cruise director gets us show tickets and makes dinner reservations for whoever wants to go. I stay in touch with some solos I've met and we still cruise together.
Thank you, Tony. I have signed up for a 7 day cruise in a solo cabin to see if I feel comfortable/safe cruising alone as well as if I can handle an inside cabin. I have always said I'd only cruise as long as I can afford a balcony. I still think I may feel that way. So, I will look forward to hearing about availability of solo cabins with a small balcony,
Excellent report/review Tony! While I doubt I'll ever cruise solo (I'd like to have a home to return to post cruise) For a 7 day cruise I think that's a great value. It sure sounds like you enjoyed the experience and I have faith in your impressions of cruising. Thanks!
I agree with everything you said. I wish NCL would have some studios with a balcony. One disadvantage in the past has been if you booked a studio you were not eligible to bid on an upgrade. That changed - on my recent cruise on Pride of America I booked a studio and was able to bid on and won an upgrade to a balcony. Not sure if this is fleet wide change or strictly a PoA occurrence.
POA is currently understaffed so they are sailing at 40% capacity thus tons of availability which might explain the easy upgrade. Just returned from our 7 day vacation, it was wonderful since the ship feels empty - great way to see the Hawaiian islands 👍🏼😎
Im going solo on the Bliss to Alaska in May, and wondering if I should bid for an upgrade to a balcony. If i do, how much should I bid for the upgrade?
@@gc4644 I always bid more than the minimum and really just base my bid on my budget. Just remember as a solo the price you pay is double your bid. So, if you are willing to pay $300 to upgrade, you should bid $150. On PoA I was willing to pay $500, so I bid $250.
Tony i always get a solo cabin. The best sleep. It doesn't bother me about seeing the sun raise because i am up and go directly to get my coffee and watch the sun come up. Will be on the Epic from February 5th-26th 2023 in my solo cabin. I really enjoy my space.
The "solo travelers meet and greet" is normally the first night of the cruise, around 5 or 6pm, with other events on the schedule throughout the cruise. If you don't want to participate in that then just go off and do your own thing. I've sailed solo cabins 5 times so far with NCL and I can choose to participate or not depending on my mood. Some trips I just go off on my own and some I try to get into some of the group events for things like Laser Tag, the Ice Bar, or going to a specialty show or restaurant. The lounge can vary based on the trip and the crowd. I've been on cruises where it's dead silent/empty and I've been on ones where there seems to always be 2-3 people hanging out watching TV or drinking coffee. I love the lounge to get a quick drink of water or a small snack (cookies) late at night before going to bed, or grab an orange juice in the morning before heading to excursions (and skipping a full breakfast if I need to). Oh, and the "window" is replaced by a TV screen that can show you the 'view from the bridge' which is also a quick way in the morning to see what the weather/clouds are like outside before you even get out of bed. Regarding the sleep, I totally agree. You can black out the room incredibly well and get the most amazing and quiet sleep ever.
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Being a short squat woman, I was relieved to hear you talk about the shower and toilet space. Have been in too many European hotels with trendy bathrooms (translation: how do we shove a bathroom into a small room) and get frustrated with the 'fat man squeeze' doors on the showers and toilets shoe horned into narrow ares. Booked on a solo studio on NCL Breakaway in December for 2 week repositioning cruise. You helped put some of my concerns to rest.
I just got back from a New England / Maritime cruise on the Breakaway in a Studio cabin. As with you, I loved everything about the studios. The white board and the lounge weren't huge focal points considering the number of solos but the solo meetups were listed in our daily planner. Because they were daily at 5:30 in the Bliss lounge, it was easy to plan for and attend. We had a fluctuating group of 10 - 20 people every day with most being regulars. Ages ranged from 40 - 75+ with all different life experiences. Our solo director had a large table reserved every day at 6pm in Manhatten for any of us that wanted to go. On our own a number of us did lunches, etc together. Even though I received constant emails to upgrade, I decided to stick with a studio just to experience it. Because the solo meetups are listed in your daily planner at a public venue, you didn't have to be in a studio cabin to join. The only requirement was you needed to be a solo traveler.
What an absolutely great solo cruiser program!! The price, special designated area and amenities - such a deal, literally!! Thank you for cruising this special solo program and sharing with us!!
I just came back from my first solo cruise, but they ended up giving me a regular room which was definitely worth it, but it did not have the lounge area which I was really looking forward to. Not all of the ships are equipped as of yet with that particular feature. So if this is what you’re interested in and want to meet people make sure you find out if you are Norwegian ship is quick with the solo lounge. I can tell you that that the Norwegian joy does not have it.
I travel solo all the time and love those cabins. It's perfect for me and yes it can get really cold in them. As for over packing, you got nothing on me. I'm surprised I don't show up with my own team of porters and a valet. LOL
I just (last night) booked a room like this for a cruise to Alaska in October. It will be on the Encore so I'll have the virtual view instead of the huge porthole. I nearly declined the drink package because I'm not a huge drinker and felt I could just pay if I drank but then I did the math and realized at once cocktail a day I'd break even there. Never been on a cruise and really looking forward to my first vacation in 3 years and the first time I've traveled solo (which I really love) in about ten! Thank you for this video; I am also a larger person and you set my mind at ease there.
What a neat little room.. - I have travelled numerous times across the country Vancouver/Toronto by train, where I stayed in a roomette, as it takes 4 days to get there.. - It is very compact, even more than this.. - But you arrange things as you like them, and then you’re on your way.. - I have no problem with small enclosures,, they can be very comfortable.. - I would love to sail away in one of these studios, and the price is reasonable..🌷
$1450 fare (with port fees) for 8 day solo on Harmony interior. For me it is worth the added expense to be on an Oasis class ship from Royal. They supposedly have solo cabins on that ship, but I couldn't find the option to book one, just regular interior with single supplement fee running up the fare.
Thank you for this Tony, I really appreciate this video. Yes, I would love to have a solo cabin. I hope they start making more solo balcony cabins. They are very difficult to come by. Thanks again 🙏
I am someone who cruises solo. I did one solo cruise on NCL Escape. Never again. The room was too small for me and I could not stand the shower outside the bathroom. The solo lounge was nice, but not exclusive. By the end of the cruise, many people were using the lounge including kids. I think a solo room is a great idea, but I just did not care for the design of the room (why can't it look like a regular room but smaller?) I need a window and balcony. I also did not participate in the solo activities, because of my introverted nature. Overall, I prefer Royal over NCL. (To each their own:)
The Cost is not bad and the Solo Cabin and the Private area Great... I just don't think I could do without that Balcony ....I guess I'm just toooo SET in My ways ..But if a Cruiser can handle it Great...Good Tour ....Thanks.. Cruise ON !!!
I like the concept of the Solo cabins with their private access and its own lounge. I once booked the solo cabins together with my partner, we just had connecting cabins and left the door between cabins open. On the other hand, I think RCLs single cabins on their Oasis class ships are nicer in that they have outside views with a big porthole you can actually sit in.
Couple of years ago, wife & I had adjoining solo cabins on the EPIC. Worked out great. Great price, we had separate showers & W/Cs. And lots of room for storage (even with the scuba gear I drag along
I went solo on NCL right before pandemic and booked a balcony room but had access to the solo lounge. I checked it out but chose not to interact with other solo cruisers as my goal was to be by myself on a cruise LOVED BEING BY MYSELF ON CRUISE) It was very expensive ( milestone bday gift to myself and once in lifetime) but worth it. I choose specialty dining for 3 nights( worth it as dinners can be over $50 bucks and is a la cart) beverage package( I don't drink alcohol but frozen virgin drinks and mocktails added up so it was worth it), wifi and $50 per port for shore excursions ( great value as I only had to pay the difference of $50 for one excursion and nothing for the others) and I prepaid all the gratuities. If the toilet and sink wasn't separated I would be willing to try it.
Thanks. Very helpful. I’m doing two NCL solo studio cabins in coming months but I paid a lot more. The more popular destinations have a built in premium charge for those sailings. Caribbean is always less whereas Alaska cruises can get rather pricey per night. Single studios can go to $300/night (all in).
I am going on the Joy in April. I got a Studio Balcony unit. I am looking forward to the experience. Your experience has me enthused, especially about size, and quality sleep that I should be able to get. It goes to show that a solo person doesn't need a lot of space to be comfortable. It looks as though Norwegian has done it right, and is going after the solo cruiser.
Tony, thank you for sharing. You definitely convince me. I can't wait to go a cruise on NCL and get a solo cabin. I'm a fluffy person as well and by you sharing this you have put my mind at ease. I enjoy all of you and Jenny's video's. Please don't stop.
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More cruise ships should have more solo cabins.
YEP
Many lines do have “solo” cabin categories (Royal, HAL, MSC) what those don’t have is the ship within a ship concept with a lounge and access to a dedicated solo coordinator (which is a perk depending on your needs). But you’re right, this has been very successful for NCL so others are finally starting to market more to solos.
Tony- that is a great marketing opportunity - especially Woman over or at 50 .:)
@@carolcatchychanneltipsandt1448 why fifty?
@@joangehr3150 I belong to a group of solo woman travelers . And a lot of them are newly divorced, widowed , or retiring and often they talk about rates always being double rated . And the would like to travel but would not be comfortable rooming with a stranger . This would be good for Solo Men in that position as well.
As a woman that often travels alone, having the extra security of it being a seperate area is very appealing.
I’m on the NCL Bliss (Alaskan) June 8th. I’ll post what it’s like!
The solo cabin is also great for two friends traveling together. Yes some of them even connect. The advantage is you each get your own space and your own bathroom.
So you can do 2 people in a solo cabin?
@@fritzsadventure1320 he's saying each person get a cabin. I believe
@@xfhnhhgjbvcfg you are correct. each person would get there own solo cabin.
@@fritzsadventure1320 no. only one per cabin. BUT the cost is roughly half of a standard balcony cabin, so if traveling with a friend... I'd personally opt for sharing a standard balcony room (assuming you know/like them enough to share a room)
This is a great idea for solo cruisers. I don’t want to share a cabin with a friend or stranger.
I’m so impressed. I’m also introverted and need quiet. Sleep is most important, so knowing it is 1) dark, 2) cooler, and 3) quiet in the halls is awesome. I also LOVE the private lounge. Thanks for a great review! I’m saving this video.
I'm a big NCL solo cabin cruiser and I love them! The solo lounges are great and it's so much fun hanging out with the solos... going to dinner and shows and meeting new friends from all over the world. 🤗
I think these solo cabins seem great but I agree about having access to the ocean if you typically cruise with a balcony. It would be great if NCL could design the solo cruiser area to have a private deck or windows off the lounge area for all the solo cruisers to share. I think that would make it perfect for solo cruisers.
They do now. The Epic offers solo balcony rooms for about 1/3 more money. I haven't seen any videos about it though.
I will be doing my first solo cruise in May on the Encore in a Solo balcony. I normally do inside cabins when going with family/friends because we're only in there to sleep. However, my solo cruise is to Alaska so I'm soo happy that they had a solo balcony cabin.
I absolutely love the studio cabin option and how NCL adds even more to the solo cruiser experience with our own concierge. Also, the price point is huge for me!
Price I need to kno
Totally agree - NCL was my first cruise and I was SO impressed!
Woo hoo! As a solo cruiser who hasn't sailed a solo cabin yet, I've been waiting for this!!!
same here doing it on 9-29-22 on NCL Getaway
So sept u cruising????
hated it- never again
@@nan-sea3814 Why...details help a lot more that just hating it...
I have said before, the studio cabin I had on the Escape is my favorite cabin. I do get missing a balcony, but as a solo cruiser the savings far outweighs the lack of views. Now if they were to add studio balcony cabins...
RCL Anthem of the Seas has studios with both real and virtual balconies, I am booked on one with a real balcony in the spring.
I have been on 4 solo NCL cruise ships: Getaway, Breakaway, Escape and Bliss and love these solo cabins. What sets NCL apart for me is that they have great outside decks for walking around and lounge chairs every where. When I am not in my solo cabin, I can enjoy these spaces. Give it a try. It is worth it! The Studio lounge is also perfect for early morning coffee before going up top.
I do like the idea of a quick coffee in the morning while getting ready to go up.
That's probably the only thing I would consider a drawback-no quiet place to watch the ocean at any time of the day. For me, more than the ports, experiencing the ocean really makes the cruise experience for me. I've always loved water and just sitting there with the ocean makes me feel peaceful and happy. Unless it's noisy and crowded, which it is everywhere on a ship except for the balconies.
I still might do this some day, though.
NCL has expanded their solo cabin offerings to include balconies and ocean views. These cabins aren't in the cordoned off area like the inside cabins are, but they do have access to the Studio Lounge.
On the Norwegian Epic, the studio rooms do have two tiny, smaller than twin, beds pushed together. I could feel the split on my first cruise, and they gave me a mattress pad which made the bed more comfortable but made the narrow walkway between the bed and closets even narrower. On my second Epic cruise, 16-day transatlantic, I couldn’t feel the split and was comfortable. After 16 days in the tiny cabin, I definitely figured out how to work the space and have it functional. I almost wouldn’t know what to do with larger space. I definitely liked the quiet hallway, and that was something I missed on my Carnival cruise back in March.
PRO TIP: If you don’t like bright lights at night, take your card out of the holder thing so the toilet room light doesn’t automatically turn on. It’s motion activated. Use a flashlight or mini electric candle instead.
Excellent video! Loved the amenities, esp the double decker lounge, coffees, munchies, meetup board, etc. Love the exclusivity of locked wing for guests only. And that these cabins are on decks 10 & 11 forward and not in the bowels of the ship. It doesn't make the solo traveler feel ostracized or an afterthought that has to be accommodated. But rather a valued and special guest. I will definitely look into travelling in solo cabin in future. Very detailed review. Appreciate that you shared your actual costs too. Thanks Tony!! 🎉
Yes I like the idea about the solo cabins and a lounge and have actually been on two different Norwegians that have them. I like to feel valued instead of ostracized as a solo and with like-minded people sometimes
I think they are great for people by themselves and/or have minimal budgets. Better than having to pay for a double room when cruising solo. Great concept by NCL.
Great review. I was on the Epic for a crafting cruise, definitely without my husband. I was in a solo cabin and agree almost 100% with you. One thing for me - I am an introvert. Escaping to my solo cabin was wonderful. So quiet, I honestly didn’t miss the balcony. That shocked me. But I loved my little solo cabin cocoon. Since I am not single, as you are not, I tested out the solo events but didn’t really get involved. I felt they were really ideal for the single person looking to meet people. I had my craft group, too. Tony, love all your videos and you did a great job on this review.
Great review, Tony. What I loved was the quiet, the great sleep & no kids running up & down the halls. The 1st thing I noticed about the lounge was no ocean views, which would stop me from spendng time there, unless I had to work. I started out in interior cabins in 2018. Once I went to a balcony, no turning back.
No...turning...back.
Everything caters to couples generally so this is awesome.
Great and accurate review! I've taken six solo cruises with NCL and I absolutely love the accommodation. I do not miss the ocean view one bit, as when I'm ready to relax and read, I find a comfy lounge chair or couch along the side of the ship with a wide-open view of the water. These are very quiet spaces and I sit and enjoy my drink and soak in the atmosphere. When I go to my cabin, it's to sleep or change clothing, etc. I agree that the storage is plentiful (and I bring lots of clothes and shoes), and there's plenty of space to stow whatever you bring. You cannot beat the price - it's a real value vacation that feels first class. Have fun if you decide to take one of these solo cruises!!
How is meeting other solo cruisers like? Does NCL do a good job of encouraging solo travelers to meet?
Thanks! I am planning to cruise solo soon, and I had been a little worried about accommodations. I could easily work with this cabin, but my major wish for cruising is to have a quiet place to sit, read, and watch the waves. I’ll have to stick with a cabin that has a balcony.
Thank you for a great comprehensive review! 🤗 I hope that other lines will make solo cabins part of their design plan and hopefully with ocean view or balcony options! 👍🏻
Agreed! My mom would love a solo cabin if it had a balcony.
You are right Tony, once you get a balcony you never want to go back.
Royal Caribbean has some solo balcony cabins on their newer ships!
@@AllisonMetcalfPalumbo i am traveling on the Celebrity Beyond in a solo infinite verandah for a total of 187 ft. I am that older woman who has been cruising since 1972, this will be my first solo cabin. I am looking forward to this, as i would not be able to go otherwise😊
@@eminiarvii Thanks for the info re: Celebrity with solo/verandah. Great news! I am in the same boat - pun intended!
I can see this being very popular for solo cruisers. Great review.
Tony, in 2017 I also experienced the solo cabin on NCLA’s Pride of America around the Hawaiian Islands for 7 days. Mine was one of 4 such solo cabins surrounding a small solo lounge, accessible by a door in my cabin. It was great I thought. It must have been one of NCL’s first attempts at the solo cabin idea.
I believe NCL added the PoA studios during a dry dock after their success in the Breakaway class ships.
I've sailed solo cabins on the NCL Epic, Breakaway, Getaway, Escape and Bliss several times and absolutely love them. Looking forward to sailing the Getaway again for a B2B in a few weeks. I love that the Epic and *away twins have a bar in their lounge, but the lounge is just too small on the *away twins. They got rid of the porthole on the Bliss and newer ships and replaced it with a TV "virtual porthole" and I can't wait to see the new modified solo studios on the Prima in a few months.
Excellent review! I've stayed in all cabin types over the years on HAL, Carnival, NCL, Celebrity, etc. etc. When I first stayed in a Solo Cabin on the NCL Breakaway, I worried about claustrophobia; but it turned out not to be a problem with the "illusion" of a Port Hole window. It had plenty of space (for one), and I slept great. Plus, with the exclusive "Hallway Access", I found that you could really have a quiet place even when the ship was at full capacity. I would definitely recommend a Solo cabin for single travelers. Keep up the good work. By the way, you certainly are looking fit and healthy these days! Best of luck in all your travels.
I wondered if I could spend 7 days in that cabin. “Once you have a balcony cabin you can’t go back” is true for me. The ocean experience is foremost for me too. I like ordering coffee and sweet rolls for breakfast and sitting on the balcony looking out onto the ocean. Experiencing the vastness and power of the sea is cathartic. The 99 square foot cabin is certainly well designed. The private lounge is a great touch. But the ocean over rides these perks. I travel alone and I pay double for a balcony.
Hoping cruise lines will see interest in and notice comments about the ocean. Maybe the lounge could be external with a larger balcony space to sit, maybe a high top shelf table and stools?), something their engineers can design that will allow multiple guest to enjoy the ocean. NCL really listened to their guests. Good to see other lines starting to enter the solo cabin area. Maybe in the next 10 yrs we will have all the lines offering many categories of cabins for guests. This would be a well utilized portion of square footage development on future ships.
And you pay double for balcony, make sure if you don’t pay double the port charges since I heard sometimes unless you’re aware of it they charge double and they are not supposed to you’re only one person
@@enjoyslearningandtravel7957 Royal Caribbean has been fair with me.
Thank you for giving a complete tour and explanation. I would really like this kind of space. I am a solo traveler. I have participated in NCL's solo get-togethers (there were no solo cabins at that time). It was nice to meet similar minded travelers, share stories and get recommendations for things to see on the current trip and for other places as well.
You are not a “fat man”! You are a ‘portly “ gentleman, and a handsome one at that!!!
The solo cabin is something i will look in to
I am head over heals for this cabin experience! So glad you did this video Tony, because I’ve now decided that for my annual mom/daughter cruise will be on NCL in two separate solo cabins. It’s such a perfect solution for both of us to have privacy and separate nap/sleep freedom, but at the same time having an exclusive area to enjoy. Amazing cabin, I absolutely love it. And thank you so much for the link to Blinkerst. Can’t wait to dive in and I greatly appreciate the discount 👍
Keep in mind that the "full length mirror" that was displayed in the video is actually a door to a connecting room (on some of the solo cabins), so if you wanted you could get two solo cabins next to each other and be able to easily walk between (if you wanted) and yet still have privacy when needed.
@@mike07646 WOW this is even better! Thanks for the great tip!
Tony you do an excellent’ cruise review! Seriously LOVE all the details you cover. You answer questions, I didn’t know I had! Really well done, thank you!
I would definitely cruise solo for that price and those perks. Thanks for the review, great information!
WoW, does that passageway carpet have the same optical illusion in person as it does in your recording? Damn, that made dizzy. Great review, comprehensive that will probably sell some Solo rooms. Not a preference for me though if that's all I had in my pocket I'll take it. Also, all my years at sea I finally have a word to describe my affinity for going to sea. It's the majesty of the sea. Good stuff, Tony. Thanks.
Loved the atmosphere… yes the lighting is just like that
I did that experience a few years ago. Great opportunity for a solo traveler. Still in touch with people I met on that cruise.
Yes, I’m still in touch with two people that I met on the Norwegian solo cabin lounge
I'll be in one of these in about 10 days! As a fellow big man, I'm glad to see it worked out for you. Looking forward to it!
Great review, when my niece grew up and no longer traveled with us, I was without a roommate. Our NCL cruise consultant suggested a Solo Cabin. Last year I was in a Solo Cabin on the Escape. It was comfortable and safe. This October I will be in a Solo Cabin on the Breakaway. I highly recommend the Solo Cabin for anyone traveling alone or in a room alone.
I did the solo cabin on the norwegian epic and I loved it. I didn't take advantage of the lounge because my family were with me in their own balcony cabin, but I loved having my own little nest. Not really much different to a regular inside cabin...just a bit cheaper at the time. I wish all ships had them. Would definitely do it again..
Don't forget Virgin includes a lot of those charges in their base price. I'd been excluding them because they seemed so expensive compared to others until you do the "real" comparison. But I love your review of the solo on the Getaway, I've sailed on her before but I'm now traveling solo so this would be a great option. As always, thanks for the great info!
Awesome and comprehensive review! Thank you. Love the private lounge area (and especially the convenient availability of coffee!!). Size of the room would not be a deal breaker for me if I were traveling solo. However, I would have to think long and hard about booking such a stateroom since an anytime view of the ocean, preferably from a balcony, is so much a part of the cruise experience that I love.
Hey, hey, hey. I enjoy your videos. Some are just totally cranky and can make us more frustrated. Thanks for being on positive notes even in a 99 square foot room. Sometimes I wonder about your friend Don, he gets upset too quick. Enjoy your day 🌊⚓️🌊🛳🌊🌴🌊
Thank you, Tony. We booked our son a Solo cabin on the Breakaway for his 21st birthday. Granted This was supposed to be his Graduation cruise for 2020 and his birthday is in October so he'll get a double party.
Just wanted to say a big thank you. I’m 6’7”, 320, and it’s nice to hear the big man’s perspective. 😊 I haven’t cruised, but my daughter wants me to join her and her husband on their anniversary cruise next year. It’s nice to know this option is available and to see and hear that it might work for me. Looking forward to seeing more on your channel.
I think this is a good idea. This gives the solo person a chance to cruise without the double occupancy fees. Thanks for the comprehensive review.
What a wonderful review of a solo cabin on NCL, Tony!! This was a very good insight into these cabins and I was amazed that you didn't feel claustrophobic by the cabin. It looks ideal for a solo cruiser! Thanks so much for all you do for this community!
Thanks Nancy
I did a solo cabin on the Epic in 2017 and loved it. The lounge was a great place to meet people and the concierge did a fantastic job getting groups together for dinner seating and the shows.
Great video. as much as I like a cabin with a balcony I could see myself doing and inside solo cabin. But being retired and very flexible with dates I sometimes can get a balcony cabin for not much more than a solo cabin at the last minute before the ship sails as they want to sell those rooms.
From one introvert to another, I love your introverted perspective. Thanks dude.
I love the idea of the lounge area for solo travelers. Traveling solo is becoming more popular around the world and there is definitely an emphasis on meeting other people, learning about new states, countries, etc. I would give this a try. Thanks for the experience breakdown
Tony… you are SUCH a rockstar! This is so totally where I would be. Thank you for allowing me to view the experience as a solo cruisers.
Tony your content is great as usual, I view small inside cabins as I do tiny homes. People need choices for what they can afford & be happy with!!!. Personally I had an inside over 25 yrs ago not for me. The smell of the ocean off the balcony the view as well.
Last simple fact for all your viewers usually the better the cabin & its perks the more time you spend their. You truly feel your on an exclusive vacation.
John 🛳⛴🚢
I could solo also. You only use a cabin for the 3 S’s: S, shower and shave. Sleep if you build sleep into your schedule.
Thanks for the great review it gives a good insight into solo cruising. I’m very out going and friendly but I still feel apprehensive about going cruising alone. I’m used to travelling alone haven’t been brave enough to book a cruise yet.
As a solo cruiser, I think this is a great option for some. But I do think it will depend on the individual (as it does for any experience). I do want to experience this for myself (a don't knock it if you haven't tried it type of thing). I know I'd prefer a regular size room and doubt that I would use the solo lounge, and I'm extremely introverted and prefer being outdoors as much as possible on a ship. But you never know. My opinion might change with actual experience. Looking forward to trying this. Thanks for sharing!🙂
Try it first. You don’t have to participate in activities and or join with the other solo travelers. I pretty much stick to myself too. I thought the lounge would be a party place but actually it is quiet. I am an early morning person and most of the time I would get coffee by myself. The NCL ships have many outside quiet decks to grab a chair and read if you like that.
I am mostly an introvert and the solo cabin I found a few other buddies to have meals with or a go places with when we were at port but I didn’t feel like I had to hang with them.
👏🏼 I’ve sailed in the solo cabins on both the Getaway and the Escape. Really enjoyed both ships’ accommodations. Staying in an inside just means you need to get out and about and have a fun time. 😃 Thank you for always sharing. ⚓️🌴
Great deal for sure. My first cruise I did an interior and never again. Nothing like seeing the water. I see Princess is having a Casino sale from NY to Canada and New England and the solo all-included price for a balcony is about $1200
I’m gunna have to check it out!
I love NCL solo cabins. Your right, the beds are fantastic and they get super dark and are quiet. The Bliss has a virtual window. There is a camera so when you open the shade you see the ocean. Our solo cruise director gets us show tickets and makes dinner reservations for whoever wants to go. I stay in touch with some solos I've met and we still cruise together.
The private common area for solo cruisers is a great idea. If that had a view it would’ve been even better.
Thank you, Tony. I have signed up for a 7 day cruise in a solo cabin to see if I feel comfortable/safe cruising alone as well as if I can handle an inside cabin. I have always said I'd only cruise as long as I can afford a balcony. I still think I may feel that way. So, I will look forward to hearing about availability of solo cabins with a small balcony,
One of our adult sons did a similar solo on the NCL Epic back in 2018 and was very complimentary of the cabin and the overall experience.
Excellent report/review Tony! While I doubt I'll ever cruise solo (I'd like to have a home to return to post cruise) For a 7 day cruise I think that's a great value. It sure sounds like you enjoyed the experience and I have faith in your impressions of cruising. Thanks!
I agree with everything you said. I wish NCL would have some studios with a balcony. One disadvantage in the past has been if you booked a studio you were not eligible to bid on an upgrade. That changed - on my recent cruise on Pride of America I booked a studio and was able to bid on and won an upgrade to a balcony. Not sure if this is fleet wide change or strictly a PoA occurrence.
POA is currently understaffed so they are sailing at 40% capacity thus tons of availability which might explain the easy upgrade. Just returned from our 7 day vacation, it was wonderful since the ship feels empty - great way to see the Hawaiian islands 👍🏼😎
Im going solo on the Bliss to Alaska in May, and wondering if I should bid for an upgrade to a balcony. If i do, how much should I bid for the upgrade?
@@gc4644 I always bid more than the minimum and really just base my bid on my budget. Just remember as a solo the price you pay is double your bid. So, if you are willing to pay $300 to upgrade, you should bid $150. On PoA I was willing to pay $500, so I bid $250.
Tony i always get a solo cabin. The best sleep. It doesn't bother me about seeing the sun raise because i am up and go directly to get my coffee and watch the sun come up. Will be on the Epic from February 5th-26th 2023 in my solo cabin. I really enjoy my space.
The "solo travelers meet and greet" is normally the first night of the cruise, around 5 or 6pm, with other events on the schedule throughout the cruise. If you don't want to participate in that then just go off and do your own thing. I've sailed solo cabins 5 times so far with NCL and I can choose to participate or not depending on my mood. Some trips I just go off on my own and some I try to get into some of the group events for things like Laser Tag, the Ice Bar, or going to a specialty show or restaurant.
The lounge can vary based on the trip and the crowd. I've been on cruises where it's dead silent/empty and I've been on ones where there seems to always be 2-3 people hanging out watching TV or drinking coffee. I love the lounge to get a quick drink of water or a small snack (cookies) late at night before going to bed, or grab an orange juice in the morning before heading to excursions (and skipping a full breakfast if I need to).
Oh, and the "window" is replaced by a TV screen that can show you the 'view from the bridge' which is also a quick way in the morning to see what the weather/clouds are like outside before you even get out of bed. Regarding the sleep, I totally agree. You can black out the room incredibly well and get the most amazing and quiet sleep ever.
Tony I notice how much your complexion has improved. Your skin is looking fresh and glowing. Could be you are drinking more water and less soda? Keep it up 👍🏻
Being a short squat woman, I was relieved to hear you talk about the shower and toilet space. Have been in too many European hotels with trendy bathrooms (translation: how do we shove a bathroom into a small room) and get frustrated with the 'fat man squeeze' doors on the showers and toilets shoe horned into narrow ares. Booked on a solo studio on NCL Breakaway in December for 2 week repositioning cruise. You helped put some of my concerns to rest.
Tony, another great review. I’ve stayed in an NCL solo cabin several times. I liked it, but like you said, now prefer the balcony cabins. Thanks!
That close by lounge for the solo cabins would make it worthwhile!
I just got back from a New England / Maritime cruise on the Breakaway in a Studio cabin. As with you, I loved everything about the studios.
The white board and the lounge weren't huge focal points considering the number of solos but the solo meetups were listed in our daily planner. Because they were daily at 5:30 in the Bliss lounge, it was easy to plan for and attend. We had a fluctuating group of 10 - 20 people every day with most being regulars. Ages ranged from 40 - 75+ with all different life experiences. Our solo director had a large table reserved every day at 6pm in Manhatten for any of us that wanted to go. On our own a number of us did lunches, etc together.
Even though I received constant emails to upgrade, I decided to stick with a studio just to experience it.
Because the solo meetups are listed in your daily planner at a public venue, you didn't have to be in a studio cabin to join. The only requirement was you needed to be a solo traveler.
thank you I was wondering about this
I have stayed in the solo cabin before. I loved it as well. It would have been nice if the lounge had a balcony or outdoor space.
That would be perfect!!
You had me at “Free specialty coffee….”
I appreciate hearing how much clothes you pack.
What an absolutely great solo cruiser program!! The price, special designated area and amenities - such a deal, literally!! Thank you for cruising this special solo program and sharing with us!!
Sounded like a good value, but I like you have the need to see the sea! I love being able to look out over the sea, and feel and sell the sea air.
I just came back from my first solo cruise, but they ended up giving me a regular room which was definitely worth it, but it did not have the lounge area which I was really looking forward to. Not all of the ships are equipped as of yet with that particular feature. So if this is what you’re interested in and want to meet people make sure you find out if you are Norwegian ship is quick with the solo lounge. I can tell you that that the Norwegian joy does not have it.
Great review! I've been wondering what the solo cabins and lounge were like.
I'm heading out on NCL Breakaway in on 2/5/2023 in a solo studio cabin ..... I'm so looking forward to it.!
Great review, Tony!!! If I ever end up cruising solo I'll certainly be looking for one of these. We're primary NCL cruisers, so it's great to see.
I travel solo all the time and love those cabins. It's perfect for me and yes it can get really cold in them. As for over packing, you got nothing on me. I'm surprised I don't show up with my own team of porters and a valet. LOL
I've cruised in many NCL solo cabins on many different ships. Like them all. It's really the most economical cruise fare.
I just (last night) booked a room like this for a cruise to Alaska in October. It will be on the Encore so I'll have the virtual view instead of the huge porthole. I nearly declined the drink package because I'm not a huge drinker and felt I could just pay if I drank but then I did the math and realized at once cocktail a day I'd break even there. Never been on a cruise and really looking forward to my first vacation in 3 years and the first time I've traveled solo (which I really love) in about ten! Thank you for this video; I am also a larger person and you set my mind at ease there.
What a neat little room.. - I have travelled numerous times across the country Vancouver/Toronto by train, where I stayed in a roomette, as it takes 4 days to get there.. - It is very compact, even more than this.. - But you arrange things as you like them, and then you’re on your way.. - I have no problem with small enclosures,, they can be very comfortable.. - I would love to sail away in one of these studios, and the price is reasonable..🌷
I wonder if cruises will ever embrace the “Pod” sleeping arrangements that was made popular in Japan and is now seen more and more around the world.
$1450 fare (with port fees) for 8 day solo on Harmony interior. For me it is worth the added expense to be on an Oasis class ship from Royal. They supposedly have solo cabins on that ship, but I couldn't find the option to book one, just regular interior with single supplement fee running up the fare.
Will be booking my first cruise in a solo cabin soon and Norwegian looks the best . love the room.
Excellent value. I have cruised on 4 NCL Ships, in a Solo Cabin.
Did it on the encore and loved it. Have another one one the getaway booked
Thank you for this Tony, I really appreciate this video. Yes, I would love to have a solo cabin. I hope they start making more solo balcony cabins. They are very difficult to come by. Thanks again 🙏
Pleasantly surprised!
I am someone who cruises solo. I did one solo cruise on NCL Escape. Never again. The room was too small for me and I could not stand the shower outside the bathroom. The solo lounge was nice, but not exclusive. By the end of the cruise, many people were using the lounge including kids. I think a solo room is a great idea, but I just did not care for the design of the room (why can't it look like a regular room but smaller?) I need a window and balcony. I also did not participate in the solo activities, because of my introverted nature. Overall, I prefer Royal over NCL. (To each their own:)
The Cost is not bad and the Solo Cabin and the Private area Great... I just
don't think I could do without that Balcony ....I guess I'm just toooo
SET in My ways ..But if a Cruiser can handle it Great...Good Tour ....Thanks..
Cruise ON !!!
So glad to see solo options on cruise ships. I've gotten raked by double occupancy fees in the past.
I like the concept of the Solo cabins with their private access and its own lounge. I once booked the solo cabins together with my partner, we just had connecting cabins and left the door between cabins open. On the other hand, I think RCLs single cabins on their Oasis class ships are nicer in that they have outside views with a big porthole you can actually sit in.
I'm so glad you were able to experience this! I have a solo NCL cruise in January and I couldn't find ANY other relaible videos about this!
Couple of years ago, wife & I had adjoining solo cabins on the EPIC. Worked out great. Great price, we had separate showers & W/Cs. And lots of room for storage (even with the scuba gear I drag along
I sailed in a solo cabin on the Getaway in Dec of 2019 and I loved it.
I went solo on NCL right before pandemic and booked a balcony room but had access to the solo lounge. I checked it out but chose not to interact with other solo cruisers as my goal was to be by myself on a cruise LOVED BEING BY MYSELF ON CRUISE)
It was very expensive ( milestone bday gift to myself and once in lifetime) but worth it. I choose specialty dining for 3 nights( worth it as dinners can be over $50 bucks and is a la cart) beverage package( I don't drink alcohol but frozen virgin drinks and mocktails added up so it was worth it), wifi and $50 per port for shore excursions ( great value as I only had to pay the difference of $50 for one excursion and nothing for the others) and I prepaid all the gratuities.
If the toilet and sink wasn't separated I would be willing to try it.
Thanks. Very helpful. I’m doing two NCL solo studio cabins in coming months but I paid a lot more. The more popular destinations have a built in premium charge for those sailings. Caribbean is always less whereas Alaska cruises can get rather pricey per night. Single studios can go to $300/night (all in).
I am going on the Joy in April. I got a Studio Balcony unit. I am looking forward to the experience. Your experience has me enthused, especially about size, and quality sleep that I should be able to get. It goes to show that a solo person doesn't need a lot of space to be comfortable. It looks as though Norwegian has done it right, and is going after the solo cruiser.
I stayed on Escape and was very happy with my solo cabin
Tony, thank you for sharing. You definitely convince me. I can't wait to go a cruise on NCL and get a solo cabin. I'm a fluffy person as well and by you sharing this you have put my mind at ease. I enjoy all of you and Jenny's video's. Please don't stop.