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Whether you're single and traveling alone, or with a group of other single friends, cruising is the 'single' the most popular vacation choice. Why? Well for starters, cruising is a very social vacation. You meet friendly new people at every turn – whether it's in the casino, by the pool, in the disco, at dinner, or at a formal singles gathering - so you're bound to make new friends while having the time of your life.
The Cruise Hound has partnered with Singles Cruise (a division of Minneapolis-based Carlson Travel Group, Inc.), who is the largest singles cruise operator in the
United States. We selected them because of their long history of success in providing fun, affordable, and professionally-managed singles cruise groups since 1991.
Below you will find a complete list of 2007 Singles Cruise sailings. What are you waiting for? Join in the fun!
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| 8-Night Virgin Islands / Eastern Caribbean Singles Cruise |
Prices From: $869.00 |
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March 3, 2007 thru March 11, 2007 |
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| Carnival Liberty: depart from Fort Lauderdale - St. Thomas/USVI - Antigua - Tortola, British Virgin Islands |
| Price includes port charges, government fees and taxes |
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| 3-Night "Jewish" Bahamas Singles Cruise Get-A-Way |
Prices From: $394.00 |
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March 16, 2007 thru March 19, 2007 |
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| Aboard the Fun Ship-Carnival Fascination: depart from Port of Miami - Nassau, Bahamas |
| Price includes port charges, government fees and taxes |
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| 8-Night Exotic Southern Caribbean Singles Cruise |
Prices From: $815.00 |
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April 1, 2007 thru April 9, 2007 |
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| Aboard the Fun Ship-Carnival Legend: depart from Fort Lauderdale - St. Kitts - St. Lucia - St. Marteen |
| Price includes port charges, government fees and taxes |
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| 8-Night 20's & 30's "Spring Break" Singles Cruise |
Prices From: $815.00 |
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April 1, 2007 thru April 9, 2007 |
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| Aboard the Fun Ship-Carnival Legend: depart from Fort Lauderdale - St. Kitts - St. Lucia - St. Marteen |
| Price includes port charges, government fees and taxes |
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| 5-Night "Memorial Day" Exotic Caribbean Singles Cruise |
Prices From: $665.00 |
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May 26, 2007 thru May 31, 2007 |
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| Aboard the Fun Ship-Carnival Elation: depart from Port Canaveral - Grand Turk - Half Moon Cay - Nassau |
| Price includes port charges, government fees and taxes |
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| 12-Night Mediterranean & Greek Isles Singles Cruise |
Prices From: $1,433.00 |
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July 12, 2007 thru July 24, 2007 |
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| Aboard Carnival Freedom: depart from Rome (Civitavecchia), Italy - Naples, Italy - Rhodes, Greece - Izmur, Turkey - Istanbul, Turkey - Athens, Greece - Katakolon, Greece - Florence (Livorno), Italy |
| Price includes port charges, government fees and taxes |
What does a SinglesCruise® vacation entail?
As part of the private SinglesCruise® group, singles will take part
in lively cocktail mixers, lectures, theme parties, poolside get-togethers,
games, and a separate dining area just for your group. All of your onboard
social activities are organized by professional cruise directors. They
also coordinate optional singles shore excursions, pre/post-cruise hotel,
pre-cruise dinner and a private chat site for you to join.
Is the entire ship single travelers?
No, the entire ship is not all single travelers. Although these groups
typically have quite a large presence onboard the ships, there are still
other "non-single" travelers onboard.
How many singles are on each cruise?
Singles can choose from a variety of cruises and itineraries planned
throughout the year. Each group size varies based on the destination and
season and may include anywhere from 100-400 singles onboard.
What types of Singles Cruise with SinglesCruise®?
Singles in your group will come from all over the world. Some of the
guests are looking to make a romantic connection, and others are interested
in meeting new friends to travel with. Most of the singles that sail with
SinglesCruise® are working professionals that range in age from mid-20’s
to mid-60’s. There are also several age-specific cruises offered each year.
Are the SinglesCruise® activities open to any singles onboard the
ship?
No. The SinglesCruise® programs are exclusive, and singles must
book with us into the SinglesCruise® group in order to take advantage of
these activities.
Do you match singles with roommates? What if I prefer my own room?
SinglesCruise® matches singles with roommates of the same gender and
similar age at no additional charge. This FREE matching service saves our
guests money by allowing them to take advantage of the shared (double)
occupancy cabin rate. If a single prefers to room alone, we can provide
rates on single occupancy cabins.
Are the prices quoted based on sharing a cabin?
Yes, all prices quoted are based on double occupancy (unless otherwise
noted), and are not guaranteed until a deposit has been made, the credit
card has been charged and an invoice has been physically mailed or emailed
to you. Cabin prices are subject to availability and do sell out quickly,
so reserve your cabin space early for the best rates.
How much is my deposit and when is my final payment due?
SinglesCruise® requires a deposit of $250 per person plus a $15 processing
fee to reserve your cabin space (unless otherwise stated). Full payment
is generally due 75 days prior to the sailing date (but may vary by cruise
line). For your convenience, charges will automatically be processed at
time of final payment. Payments can be made by personal check, Visa, Mastercard,
or American Express. For those guests who book within 75 days of sailing,
full payment is required at the time of reservation.
Can I book shore excursions through SinglesCruise®?
Yes, SinglesCruise® offers optional shore excursions exclusively for
your group. Shore excursions are guided tours or adventures in a cruise
ship’s port of call. We will provide information and booking instructions
on these excursions approximately 60 days prior to each cruise. You may
also purchase shore excursions directly with the cruise lines through their
own Shore Excursion Desk.
Where do I sit in the dining room?
One of the benefits of cruising on a SinglesCruise® is that you have
a separate area of the dining room just for your group. With the exception
of the first night, you do not have an assigned seat in the dining room
and we encourage you to sit with different dinner partners each night (open-seating)
within your reserved tables. Generally late dining (8:00 p.m.) is
reserved for your entire singles group.
How do I find the onboard singles events?
You will be invited to a welcome reception on the first day of the
cruise to receive your SinglesCruise® ID necklace and schedule of events
for the week. SinglesCruise® directors also post each day’s events at the
onboard hospitality desk.
Does SinglesCruise® always cruise to the same locations?
No, SinglesCruise® selects a variety of itineraries each year from
three nights to twelve nights sailing to popular cruise destinations like
the Eastern and Western Caribbean, Europe, Hawaii, Alaska, and New England.
All of their upcoming cruises are featured above.
Can we meet any of the singles on our cruise before we depart?
Yes, about six weeks prior to each sailing, SinglesCruise® opens up
an online chat site where you can log in and get to know other singles
on your SinglesCruise®. They also typically hold an optional pre-cruise
dinner and arrange a pre-cruise hotel in the port city the night before
the cruise departs to welcome all of their singles and begin the fun!
Will a cruise ever be modified or cancelled?
The safety and satisfaction of our guests is always the #1 concern
of the cruise line, SinglesCruise®, and The Cruise Hound. The cruise line
or SinglesCruise® can cancel, modify, change or cancel a cruise at any
time and for any reason whatsoever. A hosted group departure may also be
modified or cancelled and may go un-hosted should there not be a sufficient
number of guests.
What about last minute reservations?
Due to SinglesCruise®’s long history with the cruise lines, they are
often able to accommodate last minute guests, so please contact us even
if a sailing is noted as “sold-out”. We may likely still have cabins available
even if the cruise line is sold-out as last minute cancellations are a
regular occurrence. Please note that reservations made within 30 days of
departure may be assessed a small fee.
Does a SinglesCruise® cost more then a regular cruise?
As the leading SinglesCruise® operator in the U.S., SinglesCruise®
is able to negotiate favorable pricing with the cruise lines. SinglesCruise®
provides an exclusive onboard program including private activities, events,
cocktail parties, open seating dining, private message boards for pre cruise
communication and much more! They also offer optional pre cruise dinner
parties, hotel, shore excursions and transfers. Their cruises are also
fully hosted by a team of professional group cruise directors who sail
with you to ensure that you have a great time and fully enjoy your singles
cruise experience. All of this is in addition to the standard cruise line
offerings so there may be a slight premium over the cruise line.
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