Solo travellers

Whether you want to visit new lands at your own pace, meet other people as you travel, or simply want some time by yourself in beautiful surroundings, cruising solo is a popular choice for many people.

With dining and a myriad of on board activities included in your Cunard cruise fare, you can be as sociable, active or relaxed as you want, no matter which Cunard ship or itinerary you choose. And, with special Cunard signatures such as daily afternoon tea and our glittering Gala Evenings, a solo cruise with Cunard offers a unique sense of occasion you're sure to savour for years to come.

If you're worried about feeling alone, there are ample opportunities to meet others through solo coffee gatherings, dining at a shared table, or other organised activities such as quizzes, fencing lessons or dance classes, Guests sailing transatlantic on Queen Mary 2 can even bring their cat or dog on board thanks to our kennel facilities, so you can have a piece of home with you every day of your voyage.

Yes you can. Solo travellers wishing to book a double stateroom can pay the relevant ‘sole occupancy’ supplement, which typically ranges from 175% to 200% of the per person fare (depending upon availability and/or stateroom grade). Please note that ‘sole occupancy’ is limited and subject to availability – and the percentage of the sole occupancy supplement may change without prior notification.

Alternatively, single staterooms (Britannia Inside and Oceanview) are available on board Queen Mary 2, Queen Victoria, and Queen Elizabeth. 

Once you have chosen your desired voyage from our current itineraries, click the red 'book now' button at the top of your screen. You will be asked to input the number of guests. This will default to two adults, so ensure you select one if you are travelling alone, as solo staterooms may not show if more than one person is inputted. You will then be shown available staterooms for the voyage.

Our solo staterooms come in two grades: Britannia Inside and Britannia Oceanview. Select these grades to see available rooms, select your fare, and complete the payment screen to secure your booking and begin dreaming about your upcoming cruise.

Solo travellers can also book a stateroom or suite suitable for two people. Simply follow the same instructions as above, and select the stateroom or suite that you desire. Please note that there is a supplement for a single guest occupying a double room.

Not if you don't want to: though you will always have a table reserved in your main restaurant (the name of which matches your stateroom type), you can eat with other travellers whenever you wish. Simply let our front-of-house team know, and they can accommodate you at a shared table or organise for you to join another travelling party.

Each member of the Cunard fleet is unique. Although each one offers the same freedom and choice in dining and activities to solo travellers, there are certain features on each that may suit individuals better.

Queen Elizabeth, for example, has a special games deck, where you can join in a casual game, sign up for some instruction from our team, or take part in a friendly tournament in bowls, deck tennis or croquet. For those who like to stay active and meet new people over some light competition, Queen Elizabeth would be a good choice.

Queen Mary 2 has a unique feature in Illuminations, her on board planetarium. With numerous daily showings, you can sit back and watch the show above you, and learn about the magnificence of space as you sail. Queen Mary 2 is also the only remaining ocean liner at sea, and contains many fascinating displays on board describing periods of nautical history, making her a good choice for those thirsty to learn and discover.

Queen Victoria is a favourite among our guests: similar in size to Queen Elizabeth, her guests benefit from her expanded sun deck and stunning Winter Garden venue. With floor-to-ceiling ocean views and a glass roof, this casual lounge is a perfect place to relax alone or to meet others, by day or by night. If fresh air and casual surroundings are what you seek, consider Queen Victoria for your Cunard voyage.

People travelling alone are welcome to join in any of the activities on the daily programme. This published programme will arrive in your stateroom each evening, so you can plan the following day or just see what takes your fancy hour by hour.

There are events each day specifically for solo cruisers, such as coffee mornings and cocktail gatherings, where you never know who you could meet. Another good way to meet others on board is to take part in classes such as fencing, line dancing or art, or to take part in deck game tournaments or casino games.

For a full range of our on board activities, including dining and bar venues, visit our Life on board page.