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TRAVELING SOLO AND LOOKING FOR A COMPANION?

Many of our members have expressed an interest in finding a travel companion ... this is the place where you can get together, compare notes and see if there is a like minded, compatible travel companion our there looking for you too!


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KimFh
19th May 2017 12:30:02
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I would like to go somewhere warm next week but can I find anything I like, I don't want to go to a noisy hotel in Spain and places I have liked don't want a single. Just thought I would get that off my chest!
Response from KimFh made on 19th May 2017 12:30:37
Can't no can
Response from KimFh made on 20th May 2017 18:12:49
I don't do too hot, I just want to get out of the rain and cold but it was just a whim, I went to Cologne in March and the weather was beautiful.
Response from KimFh made on 20th May 2017 18:13:40
It isn't hot in May, I said warm not hot.
CiaoBella
10th Feb 2024 12:48:41
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Hi im new to this - I’m looking for someone to see Italy with in April. I am female born in the early 60s and this trip has been on my bucket list forever and finally I can say “Im going”! If this is you, let’s get excited together !! I’d like to see the country and small towns and want to feel the warmth and beauty of the Italian people and their food - ciao
Daisymaisy
14th Aug 2021 00:29:15 (Last activity: 6th Feb 2024 21:31:37)
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Hi it would be good to find a travel companion as I'm hoping to visit a couple of European cities.
I'm a female based in East Anglia, in my 60's and looking for female companions only - thanks.
Response from Beauty made on 14th Sep 2021 19:31:34
Hi DM always interested in travelling....I'm further south in Surrey, not too far from H'row/Gtwick, so good for airports.
Response from Daisymaisy made on 15th Sep 2021 23:04:06 > @Beauty
Hi Beauty, thanks for your reply. I'm quite close to Stanstead, so not sure it that would complicate things, seeing as you're further south?
I'm hoping to take a few European breaks - cities and the coast too!
I enjoy walking, gardening, crafts, days out, music and love animals.
Response from Beauty made on 16th Sep 2021 09:20:16 > @Daisymaisy
Hi DM So Stanstead would be your preferred departure point and that journey isn't good for me. Hope you manage to make more contacts closer to you & and thanks for taking the time to reply. All the best
Response from Daisymaisy made on 17th Sep 2021 23:07:41 > @Beauty
Hi Beauty, thanks for your reply. I kind of thought we were a bit too far apart, but I do hope you also find someone a bit closer to you, and that you get to enjoy lots more holidays. Best wishes DM
Response from Julz307 made on 24th Jan 2024 07:54:52 > @Daisymaisy
Hi Daisymaisy - bit of a long shot replying to your message as I see you posted over 2 years ago! If you're still looking for female travel companions though I'd be interested in chatting to you. I'm mid 50's and live near(ish) Stansted myself - hoping to plan one or two solo trips later this year.
Response from Daisymaisy made on 25th Jan 2024 22:28:30 > @Julz307
Hi Julz, thanks for getting in touch.
I can't believe it's more than 2 years since I posted my message on here!
I'm more than happy to chat and see how things go.
Where are you hoping to travel to this year?
Kind Regards.
Response from Julz307 made on 28th Jan 2024 19:41:34 > @Daisymaisy
Hi Daisymaisy, thanks for replying. I'm not a hugely experienced traveller and I've never travelled solo, hence why I thought about looking for a travel companion. I'm thinking of a simple package holiday in Cyprus or Pollensa in Majorca around early-mid September. Open to suggestions though! I see in an earlier post you mention city breaks - that appeals to me too. Vienna springs to mind, but again, open to suggestions. I've looked at solo holidays but they all seem to involve staying with a group and following an itinerary. They're also very expensive! I'm quite happy exploring an area alone - it's the travelling alone that's my sticking point! Let me know your thoughts........
Response from Daisymaisy made on 29th Jan 2024 21:47:10 > @Julz307
Hi Julz, thanks for your reply. I've never travelled alone either, but have thought about a coach holiday, I suppose you don't have to go on their inclusive trips out, although I expect you'd miss out if you didn't!
Like you say, these solo holidays are quite expensive, although I expect you do get taken care of and everything is included in the price, and you're never alone.
I haven't travelled a great deal, but went to Croatia last year. A city break somewhere for a few days would be quite nice, and I've never been to Austria so somewhere like Vienna sounds good.
I've never been to Cyprus either, although I have been to Majorca (many moons ago!).
Perhaps let me know a bit more about you - your interests etc? Kind Regards
Response from Julz307 made on 4th Feb 2024 18:45:58 > @Daisymaisy
Sorry for the late reply - hectic few days! I've never thought of a coach holiday......hmm....Although I mentioned Majorca and Cypress I'm not one for lying on the beach all day. One, I'd get bored and two, I burn very easily so I have to be careful in the sun. But I do like a stroll on a beach and I've always dreamed of a hotel or apartment that opens up right onto a beautiful beach. Someone I know loves Austria and mentioned Vienna and their famous Sacher Torte cafe! Also Mayrhofen in the summer is gorgeous with views and walks along mountain routes. My interests include animals, wildlife, nature, walking, keeping fit (I jog 2 or 3 times a week but finding it harder as I get older!), nutrition, reading, occasional theatre trips, decent TV dramas (can't abide reality TV!!). I still work full time so never seem to have enough time for things I like to do. What interests/hobbies to you like to pursue?
Response from Daisymaisy made on 6th Feb 2024 21:31:37
Hi Julz, I can understand with working full time, you never get enough time to do all the things you enjoy doing. Whilst I don't work, I still find time races along so quickly, and I never manage to get everything done.
Although I was brought up living just a stones' throw from the seaside, I'm the same as you and would not like sitting on a beach (or around a pool) all day! I'm more for going exploring and seeing around the local area or further afield even.
I take it you're not really into coach holidays!!
I have very similar interests to you, and love animals (owned by 2 dogs), nature, wildlife, walking, also crafts, the odd theatre trip, day trips and gardening.
Along with Austria, I've never been to Switzerland either - so much choice out there.
I'll have to look up City breaks to see what's available.
It's just started raining, so it'll be back to muddy dogs again! Have a good day.
wildliners
28th Jan 2024 16:47:00
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Any Wildlife enthusiasts ? I travel to Scotland for wildlife breaks. would be nice to share some of the wildlife seen. or just Scotland for a break.
TexasBlueBelle
26th Oct 2022 05:13:30 (Last activity: 26th Sep 2023 22:32:23)
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Hello Fellow Travelers,

I’m not solo in life, but I am when it comes to cruising and the odd bucket list location. My partner says that cruises are not for him, and a few places on my list just aren’t of interest to him. Because of this, I’m searching for a female traveling companion for future cruises (at least one if not two per year). And the odd destination that is on my list but not his.

However, I live in Houston (Texas) .. And, I think this could be a good thing? If we decided after conversations and video chats that we could be a good fit, this could offer us both the opportunity to visit one another's city/country and travel more easily from multiple ports/airports.

I’ve been on three cruises over the years, with Disney and Norwegian. I’m scheduled for my next cruise on February 26th of 2023 .. (https://www.vacationstogo.com/fastdeal.cfm?deal=44819). I ended up booking 3 balcony staterooms for 6 of us girls, and we are excited! And, now I’m looking at a couple more possibilities .. Panama Canal #44829 and Ireland #13818. I want to see the world!

Also, I prefer to travel during the shoulder seasons for value $ and fewer travelers.

A bit about me (my intro) .. I’m sixty-one, retired and in good to excellent health. Adventurous, and it bears repeating .. I want to see the world! A few of my interests are travel (all sorts), photography, dancing, road trips, animals of all kinds, wine, and yummy foods. I’m an ambivert, and a little bit of a nerd. I don’t snore, I’m neat and tidy, don’t mind sharing a cabin (with the right person) and easygoing. I don’t smoke, I like cocktails, wine, and to have a good time.
Response from Sally - Silversurfer's Editor Original Poster made on 26th Oct 2022 07:14:06
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Response from SeetheWorld made on 25th Sep 2023 02:12:43
Hi TexasBlueBelle
I am very new to this. In fact you are my first contact. I read your intro message and I, too, want to travel. I have been contemplating several options, however, traveling solo is very expensive. I am a retired teacher from Wisconsin. I am looking for an adventurous travel partner. I would to travel to Patagonia. Patagonia is located in southern Argentina and Chile. Costa Rica, the Dalmatian Coast, and the Galapagos are also on my list. Take a peek and see what you think. If interested, we could start chatting and may make something happen. I am hoping to book and set a travel date as soon as March 2024.
Hope to hear from you,
Travel theWorld
Response from TexasBlueBelle made on 25th Sep 2023 17:14:10 > @SeetheWorld
Hello See The World,

I can easily say that Patagonia and the Dalmatian coast are destinations that I haven't yet been to, and are of interest to me.

However, I'm afraid that I can't make any additional travel plans until 2025 since my travel calendar is currently full through 2024. I've got a BVI cruise the end of Oct 2023, a Panama Canal cruise the beginning of Jan 2024, a South Africa tour the beginning of March 2024, and a tour through a good portion of Northern Europe from Sept thru Nov of 2024.

I would be interested in keeping in touch for the future though. If you would like to get to know one another better in the meantime, my email is bellobluocchi @ gmail dot com.

All the best,
Kathryn
Response from SeetheWorld made on 25th Sep 2023 22:15:49 > @TexasBlueBelle
Thank you so much for your quick response. You surely are a person out to see the world. South Africa….love it! Are you doing a safari or is it a cultural trip? I am so jealous. How did you go about finding travel partners for all of your upcoming trips? None of my friends are willing to venture so far from home. I live in a very small, tight knit community and travel is just not something they are interested in. Me … I want to do just that.
Response from Terry48 made on 26th Sep 2023 11:06:16 > @SeetheWorld
Hi SeetheWorld, sorry if I am butting in on your comments, but as a man
who has been travelling through East and Southern Africa for many years,
I can recommend a travel company called Absolute Africa, they do trips
throughout Africa. These trips are not for everyone as they involve camping and participating in the everyday tasks like cooking for the group,
and travelling on a truck with a group of like minded people. You can look
them up, just Google www.absoluteafrica.com. Hope this is of some help,
Happy travelling, best wishes, Terry.
Response from TexasBlueBelle made on 26th Sep 2023 17:15:00 > @Terry48
Thank you for the referral. We have made our travel arrangements through Titan Travel.
Response from TexasBlueBelle made on 26th Sep 2023 17:42:08 > @SeetheWorld
Hello again 🙂

It's a small group tour (about 20) that we booked through Titan Travel in the UK. We're really excited for it. They will pick us up at my girlfriends house and return us there. We'll be starting in Cape Town, heading up the garden route and ending at a private reserve for the last few days. It's an all inclusive price of airfare, accommodations, tours and most of our meals.
Response from Terry48 made on 26th Sep 2023 22:32:23 > @TexasBlueBelle
Hi TexasBlueBelle, glad to hear that you are fully booked up for what I can
say will be a wonderful trip.
Just a note of caution, I was in Cape Town last October ( 12th time ) and the
atmosphere has changed in as much that mugging are on the increase, I
have never in all the years that I have stayed in Cape Town been as vigilant
as I was then, 3 young girls who were staying at the same backpackers
hostel were robbed just off Kloof Street. It is best to go out in groups, and
avoid the Castle of Goodhope, as that is a hotspot for muggers. I am not
trying to scare you, and I hope that you enjoy what is a beautiful City.
So have a great time, but just be careful, best wishes, Terry.
Mokka123
22nd Sep 2023 15:58:15
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Hi,
Young 64 y/o British retired professional man living in Spain.
I'm a non smoker/non gambler & enjoy the outdoors,sport, & like to look on the bright side of life !
Looking for a lovely kind lady companion, with similar outlook to wine & dine , possible travel,& who knows !
Is it you ?
JimS7
19th Sep 2023 02:27:12
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looking for a travel companion for a river cruise with Viking cruises leaves Bucharest Romania on around April 30th 2024 and is 24 days long and makes over 20 stops on the way to Amsterdam Netherlands, arriving in Amsterdam about may 22 for a double occupancy room $8,500 to $10,500 per person covers must food and beverages and up to 19 guided tours, price includes free air travel from most u.s. cities, i live in new jersey, it stars on the Danube river goes to the main river and then the Rhine no packing or unpacking all on one deluxe river boat, the cruise is called the European sojourn on the Viking cruise web site
Michae71
23rd Aug 2023 16:08:41
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I’m looking for an amorous traveling companion, who is affectionate, loves road trips, and likes being made to feel special.
Mokka123
23rd Aug 2023 14:39:54
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Hi ladies.
I’ve been retired in Costa Blanca area of Spain for the past couple of years,but have hardly seen any of it yet.
I’m early 60s , Divorced, solvent , non smoking man, easy going, with a good sense of humour.
Looking for a like minded ,lovely warm woman , to come & enjoy travel in Spain & see where life takes us .Thanks .
Adventurer369
20th Dec 2022 10:55:17 (Last activity: 16th Jun 2023 14:04:00)
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Hi,
Is anyone thinking of visiting Patagonia in the new year ?

Fly to Ushuaia, and travel the area. See the Andes from the edge of the world ?!

If that’s too far - I also want to visit the pyramids , and sail along the Nile..
Anyone interested ?
Response from Maryland made on 12th Feb 2023 16:07:25
Egypt with Nile cruise is on my list.
Response from MariaLV made on 10th Jun 2023 16:57:27 > @Maryland
Hi -- I just joined and was looking through this forum, and "Nile cruise" caught my eye. I just wanted to add my two cents that if you're looking for the best, most awesome cruise down the Nile, check El Nour. Sailboat/river boat -- all open deck, no "cruise closed windows" (well all open except the 10 cabins obviously!); you're able to dive into the Nile and swim with the crew; they are able to moor up, pound a hole in the ground, stick the wood thingie in it and tie up the boat there! None of the "cruises" can do this. The trip is just amazing, and I so recommend it to anyone wanting to "cruise the Nile". The crew are all Egyptians, the food is amazing, and there is even some nightly "dancing" parties going on with them! (which, in september, was certainly an experience dancing and sweating in 900 degree heat LOL But the ceiling fans helped!) They perform traditional and with the drums and tambourines, etc. It was my number one bucket list to see Egypt and I couldn't have done it in any better way. OH -- by mooring up along the coasts where the cruise ships can't, they take you on a traditional farming island, and off to see old tombs that the others can't get to, etc. The ship is sail-powered, and if there's no wind, you're pulled by a cute little tugboat.

(I'm 64, have solo traveled for 25 years now, beginning at 44, lived in 10 countries solo and many cities within those countries -- I'm a dual citizen so the EU is my playground. I'm moving to Puglia in a month and will be there for a few months deciding where to live next, and am always up for trips! (cheap ones, I'm so not a rich person!) I wrote a book too, about solo female travel 🙂 Working on the sequel. Sorry for the loooooong post!!)
Response from Terry48 made on 11th Jun 2023 10:16:36 > @MariaLV
Hi MariaLV, I was interested in your comment on this site, I too have been
a solo traveler, I am a man aged 75 and I travel mostly through Africa
East and South, I like going on overland trips with like minded people,
We meet up in a start point ( usually Nairobi ) and join the truck, we camp
on camp sites or do a bush camp, we cook for the whole group in teams
of three, so we are on the cook group about once every 8 days, the trips
are varied, but we visit many of the famous game parks and sights like
Victoria Falls.
The company that I travel with is called Absolute Africa you can check
them out on Google if you want to know more.
I have sailed up and down the Nile between Aswan and Luxor on a
traditional dhow, for a few days, but your trip sounds interesting. Anyway
I was pleased to hear from an adventurous person like yourself, and wish
you many more years of travelling this wonderful world, and good luck
with your move to Puglia, best wishes, Terry.
Response from MariaLV made on 11th Jun 2023 16:56:55 > @Terry48
Dahabiya, that's the name of the type of boat -- it's not too far off from a dhow but obviously bigger. Same sail concept, I think. The dahabiya trip goes Luxor to Aswan also. I lived in Morocco (El Jadida) for two years (got there three months before the pandemic and lockdown, so my "one year with visa border hopping every three months" turned into two years with an actual yearly residency, since no one was going anywhere! I was pretty bummed because I would've liked to have visited other parts of Africa, but that was out of the question. Maybe one day 🙂 There are still so many places I want to see, but I don't have the money to be a jet-setter traveler LOL But I do know that I'll be able to hop a ferry over to Croatia and Montenegro....Albania maybe....and taste some wines that I haven't had a chance to yet! My favorite mode of travel is first by ship of any kind, then trains.
Response from Terry48 made on 12th Jun 2023 09:37:13 > @MariaLV
Hi MariaLV, I think that your latest comment was meant for me, if so
thank you for your reply, I was not expecting one, but was pleased
to hear from you. It’s funny how we travellers cherish our trips to
far flung places, but like you, I am not rich, I only get my pension,
and another from my time in the Army. I don’t drink or smoke so
I am able to save a bit each month, the problem for me is travel
insurance, because of my age and pre existing medical conditions
the premiums are expensive, that is why I have had to curtail my
overland trips to Africa, instead I now travel independently, and
I was in Cape Town last October for 3 weeks, and next February
I hope to go with a friend to Cape Verde or The Gambia, so maybe
something to look forward to.
I was trying to spell the name of the boat that we traveled up and
down the Nile on,( I will try again, here goes, Falucca ) I hope that
means something to you.
Anyway I hope that you continue to enjoy your trips, and I would
be pleased to hear about you future plans. So once again a big
thank you for your reply, take care, best wishes, Terry.
Response from MariaLV made on 16th Jun 2023 11:34:31 > @Terry48
We saw faluccas!

I don't know really how to reply to all, or reply to one, as I'm new (considering my "el nour" comment got posted as a whole new comment instead of an edit!), but yeah while I was responding to your comment, I hope the entire Nile cruise info helps everyone 🙂

Don't smoke, but seeing as how I also write about wine, I do a lot of wine...tasting LOL That's my main expense. Being an EU citizen, I'm covered health-wise in 27 countries so I don't need to really worry much about paying for health insurance. I haven't had to try to use it outside of the EU so I don't know how it actually would work. But most times there is at least some sort of medical coverage either through flight insurance or something akin.

When I was living in Morocco, I wanted to zip down to Cape Verde because it looks so incredibly gorgeous. Didn't get to though 🙁 (pandemic lockdown). Sort of the same thing as I lived in London for three years and Ireland was so so so close, but did I get over to it?? *sigh*
Response from Terry48 made on 16th Jun 2023 14:04:00 > @MariaLV
Hi MariaLV, hope that you are keeping well and looking forward to
your move to Puglia, I too am moving from here in Southampton to
near Manchester in the first week in July, when I get settled in my
friend and I will start planning our next trip, we are usually both solo
travelers but we met on this site and this will be the first time that we
will travel together, we are deciding on Cape Verde or The Gambia
she has been to Cape Verde once before but I haven’t, but I have no
preference as to which one we manage to get to, it won’t be until
February next year so plenty of time to sort things out.
I hope that you manage to get away yourself, then you can add
another chapter in your follow up book.
So take care, and happy travels, all best wishes, Terry.
MariaLV
16th Jun 2023 12:00:46
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Hi! I've already made a couple response posts about a Nile cruise I went on, but wanted to find a place to introduce myself. I'm cross-posting from an introduction board to here on travel companions, because I'm always up for travel, and traveling with someone else always reduces costs!

I'm a dual US-Italian citizen, with 27 EU countries as my own personal playground; though I'm originally from the US, I've lived in the EU for 25 years now (some of those years being as a teen). I lived in Italy as a teenager and, after going back to the US and living there for 25 years, I took off at 44 years old with nothing to my name, no money and just a couple suitcases, to chase a dream of living back in Italy. Over the following 21 years, I continued traveling solo and have so far lived in 10 countries and at least a couple cities in each. No, I'm not some rich retired person! I was an editor by trade, now retired, and still do some editing and proofing to help supplement my crazy passion for travel. Well, and life and putting food on the table and affording rent, etc. LOL

Having usually kept a type of blog or notebook, friends told me I needed to put it all together into a book. I told them they were nuts, even though writing is also a passion of mine (as you can tell by the fact that I cannot physicall write short posts!). a few years later, When Every Road Whispers My Name was published 🙂 I'm now working on a sequel as I chalked up another couple countries after the final chapter.

Though I'm usually a solo traveler, I don't mind traveling with a couple others, especially because cruising (yep, another major passion and my absolute preferred mode of travel) is crazy expensive with solo supplements. Very few lines (but thankfully some!) have zero single supplement.

Anyway, I'm getting ready to move from Calabria to Puglia (Bari area) in a couple weeks and will settle for the summer and maybe stay a year or so, not sure yet. But it has a port!! And an excellent high-speed train station and a really good airport with local EU flights. I still have so many places on my bucket list!

I'll stop talking now 🙂
MariaLV
10th Jun 2023 16:58:59
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(sorry, "Nour El Nile", not "El Nour")
aran54
6th Jun 2023 08:55:44
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I am a 60-year male and I will be in Oslo from 30th June to 6th July 2023 and seeking a companion to explore the city.
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30th Apr 2023 20:48:37 (Last activity: 2nd May 2023 11:23:01)
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Response from Baileybird11 made on 2nd May 2023 11:23:01
Hi, I have the same problem. It seriously needs a good sort out. It puts people off from using the site.
zenfella
6th Jan 2023 19:48:20 (Last activity: 17th Mar 2023 12:31:57)
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Fairly experienced traveller. Youthful 72 year old. Looking for travel buddy for a trip to Caribbean or Southern India but would be open to other suggestions. Early 2023 preferred.
Response from Sally - Silversurfer's Editor Original Poster made on 6th Jan 2023 21:00:31
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Response from Maryland made on 12th Feb 2023 16:08:48
Planning a tour of India early 2024
Response from Aukalpha made on 17th Mar 2023 11:00:21
Hi Zenfella
I’ve just seen your request for a travel companion. I am interested but for anytime from September onwards. I’m up for most type of holidays and have just posted on the forum for a companion to go to Canada to do the Rocky Mountain tour followed by Alaska cruise.
The reason it needs to be later in the year is I’ve just returned from cruising out of Singapore to Vietnam and Thailand. Horrendous single supplement costs, but sometimes needs must. I would not be interested in India as I have already visited and seen all I wanted to there.
Forgot to say I’m a 71 year old female residing in Shropshire UK
If what I have written is of interest to you please get in touch.
Hopefully hear from you.
Kind regards
Maria
Response from Terry48 made on 17th Mar 2023 12:31:57 > @Aukalpha
Hi Maria, my sister and brother in law did the very same trip that you are
planning to do, they said it was a good holiday. I have been to the Rocky
Mountains in Canada, went with the Army in 1976, the year that the Olympic Games were held in Canada. We 4 is us hired a car and went to
Calgary then on to the Banff and Jasper national parks, wonderful scenery
and pity we only had 4 days to see it all, am not keen on doing a cruise,
prefer terra firma. Anyway my name is Terry, I am 75 years young and am
an avid traveler, I live in Southampton the City where a lot of cruise ships
leave from. I wish you well in your search, and if you ever find that you
would like to travel other than on a ship, would be willing to listen.
Once again good luck, all best wishes, Terry.
jamesacevedor
2nd Jan 2023 05:04:32 (Last activity: 2nd Jan 2023 20:10:51)
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If you are planning to take a solo trip and are looking for a companion, there are a few options you might consider:

Join a tour group or a travel club. These organizations often offer group travel opportunities that can be a good way to meet new people and have a companion for at least part of your trip.

Consider a "singles" cruise or tour. These types of vacations are specifically designed for people traveling solo and can be a good way to meet other like-minded individuals.

Look for a "travel buddy" or travel companion online. There are websites and forums where people who are planning solo trips can connect with others who are looking for a companion.


Consider staying in a hostel rather than a hotel. Hostels often have common areas and organized activities that can be a good way to meet other travelers.

Consider joining a meetup group or taking a class or workshop in the destination you are visiting. This can be a good way to meet people who share your interests and potentially find a travel companion.

It's important to keep in mind that traveling with a companion can have its own set of challenges, and it's important to carefully consider whether or not it is right for you.
Response from Sally - Silversurfer's Editor Original Poster made on 2nd Jan 2023 09:50:57
Hi jamesacevedor,

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If you already know your way around, then we will leave you to it.

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Response from Beauty made on 2nd Jan 2023 20:10:51
Great to hear your advice anything else to add?
Avidfriend
27th Aug 2022 02:23:58 (Last activity: 26th Oct 2022 05:09:54)
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Hi everyone. Just joined the forum. I am a retired young and fit 73 year old lady living in East Yorkshire. I would like to chat and meet other ladies with a view to travelling in the UK and abroad.
Response from TexasBlueBelle made on 26th Oct 2022 04:48:10
Hello AvidFriend,

I’m not solo in life, but I am when it comes to cruising and a few bucket list destinations. My partner says that it’s just not for him. Because of this, I’m searching for a female traveling companion for future cruises (at least one if not two per year), and the odd destination that is on my list but not his.

However, I live in Houston (Texas) .. And, I think this could be a good thing? If we decided after conversations and video chats that we could be a good fit, this could offer us both the opportunity to visit one anothers city/country and travel more easily from multiple ports.

I’ve been on three cruises so far, with Disney and Norwegian. I’m scheduled for my next cruise on February 26th of 2023 .. (https://www.vacationstogo.com/fastdeal.cfm?deal=44819). I ended up booking 3 balcony staterooms for 6 of us girls, and we are excited!

Now I’m looking at a couple more possibilities .. Panama Canal #44829 and
Ireland #13818. I want to see the world!

I prefer to travel during the shoulder seasons for value $ and fewer passengers.

A bit about me (my intro) .. I’m sixty-one, in good to excellent health, adventurous, and it bears repeating .. I want to see the world! A few of my interests are travel (all sorts), photography, dancing, road trips, animals of all kinds, wine, and yummy foods. I’m an ambivert, and a little bit of a nerd.
Response from TexasBlueBelle made on 26th Oct 2022 05:09:54
Hello AvidFriend,

I’m not solo in life, but I am when it comes to cruising and the odd bucket list location. My partner says that cruises are just not for him, and a few places on my list just aren’t of interest to him. Because of this, I’m searching for a female traveling companion for future cruises (at least one if not two per year). And the odd destination that is on my list but not his.

However, I live in Houston (Texas) .. And, I think this could be a good thing? If we decided after conversations and video chats that we could be a good fit, this could offer us both the opportunity to visit one anothers city/country and travel more easily from multiple ports/airports.

I’ve been on three cruises so far, with Disney and Norwegian. I’m scheduled for my next cruise on February 26th of 2023 .. (https://www.vacationstogo.com/fastdeal.cfm?deal=44819). I ended up booking 3 balcony staterooms for 6 of us girls, and we are excited! And, now I’m looking at a couple more possibilities .. Panama Canal #44829 and Ireland #13818, and more! I want to see the world!

Also, I prefer to travel during the shoulder seasons for value $ and fewer travelers.

A bit about me (my intro) .. I’m sixty-one, retired and in good to excellent health. Adventurous, and it bears repeating .. I want to see the world! A few of my interests are travel (all sorts), photography, dancing, road trips, animals of all kinds, wine, and yummy foods. I’m an ambivert, and a little bit of a nerd. I don’t snore, I’m neat and tidy, don’t mind sharing a cabin (with the right person) and easygoing. I don’t smoke, I like cocktails, wine, and to have a good time.
Baileybird11
14th Aug 2022 10:18:48 (Last activity: 20th Oct 2022 14:00:11)
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Hi Terry, glad to see you are at last on your way back to South Africa in October. Have the best time! Babs
Response from Terry48 made on 20th Oct 2022 14:00:11
Hi Babs as you can see I have a new user name, as broke my iPad whilst in
Cape Town and have bought a new one. Had to rejoin silver surfers again
but could not use safari an, hence the more mundane user name. Anyway
am back from my trip, had a good time, and weather was fine most of the
time, hope that you are keeping well and have managed to get away for
a while. Have a new email address, but will only give it if you want to chat
again, take care, all best wishes, Terry.
markjordan
1st Oct 2022 09:42:42 (Last activity: 1st Oct 2022 10:16:13)
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I like to play tennis, badminton, bowls, table tennis, and bowling for enjoyment rather than competition. I adore travelling, especially big distances. Future travel destinations like Sri Lanka, the Maldives, or Antigua are on my dream list, but I don't want to go alone since I like companionship and lack the bravery to strike up a conversation with a total stranger. I've only ever taken one cruise, which was around the Med, but I had a great time and would be interested in doing another one. Looking forward to your response. Heather. (I completely get where you're coming from with the snoring; I'm the same way.)
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JeanHunter
24th Feb 2022 15:58:15 (Last activity: 17th Sep 2022 18:33:15)
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Retiring next year and will have money to go on lots of travels and adventures, alas most of my friends are either still working or paired up. Having worked all my life it is a bit scary - my main fear is boredom! I would like to look forward to retirement as I am still very fit and active but also like lazy holidays just chilling out. Internet dating is not what I am about at all. Hope to hear from someone and am available for holidays this year as well. Love snorkelling, swimming in the ocean and quite like adult only cruises, however I prefer separate bedroom because I may snore and can't stand anyone else snoring, but other than that I'm pretty flexible and open to suggestions.
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Response from Hepavita made on 25th Feb 2022 21:04:50
Hiya Jean. My names Heather, I'm 62, retired, divorced and like you, still fit and active. I enjoy playing table tennis, bowls, badminton and tennis but not competitively, just for fun. I love travelling, particularly long haul. Sri Lanka, Maldives or Antigua are on my wish list for the future, but I don't fancy it on my own, I like company and I haven't got the courage to just start chatting to strangers. I've only ever been on one cruise, round the Med, but thoroughly enjoyed it and would quite fancy another one. Look forward to hearing from you. Heather. (I know exactly where you are coming from re the snoring.....it drives me mad as well. .)
Response from JeanHunter made on 26th Feb 2022 10:48:22 > @Hepavita
Hi Heather sounds like we are on the same page! Love to do Maldives and Sri Lanka. Where do you live? Be good to meet you face to face and make some plans
Response from Hepavita made on 26th Feb 2022 18:26:52
Hiya Jean, yes, it seems like we might be good travel buddies. I live in Accrington, in Lancashire. You?
Response from JeanHunter made on 26th Feb 2022 22:19:46 > @Hepavita
I live in London but we can chat via FaceTime my mobile is 07940796378. I’m in tom morning then playing tennis in the afternoon. I am still working at home so can chat during the day except on Mondays. Anyway it’s a start
Response from AmieC3 made on 20th Mar 2022 12:12:15
Hello there
I’m writing on behalf on my mom
She’s 60 in December and wants to die a Caribbean cruise.
Her partner isn’t one for holidays so she’s looking to make a friend to go away with.
Due to family commitment my sister and I can’t go with her.
She’s a very young 59 years old. She enjoys days at the beach, drinking cocktails, nice food and just relaxing as she owns her own company, so holidays are the time when she likes to just relax and unwind.
She does however love to explore new places, hence she loves cruising.
She would definitely prefer a single room of her own. I think she’s a little wary of sights like this, hence me messaging on here.
Would you be free to have a little chat with her, and just take it from there?
Many Thanks
Amie
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Response from Maryland made on 14th Jun 2022 13:33:38 > @JeanHunter
Hello Jean,
I line near London. I love travel and also like my own room. I had a 2 week tour of Sri Lanka just before Covid. We are close in age. I am retired.
Response from Sally - Silversurfer's Editor Original Poster made on 12th Aug 2022 05:40:00
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Response from Avidfriend made on 27th Aug 2022 02:48:55 > @Hepavita
Hi Hepavita. I am on your wave length about travel but I find it easy to chat to anyone and everyone. I retired 3 years ago and seriously want to travel whilst I am fit and healthy. Hubby isn't
bothered. Where do you live?
Response from JeanHunter made on 27th Aug 2022 10:03:58 > @Maryland
Hi sorry taken so long to reply. As it happens I’m off to Sri Lanka in Nov but retiring next April so will be looking for more adventures. If you live near London text me and we can meet up. Easier to text as I keep forgetting my password! 07940796378
Response from juliaaway36 made on 17th Sep 2022 12:00:26 > @JeanHunter
Hi Jean
It’s good to know that as single older women who like to travel … we are not alone

I am currently travelling in Italy
Puglia if you feel like popping over
Julie
Response from Sally - Silversurfer's Editor Original Poster made on 17th Sep 2022 18:33:15 > @juliaaway36
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juliaaway36
17th Sep 2022 11:55:26
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Thanks for voting!
I am currently travelling in Puglia Italy
And looking for travel companion

Just to talk take coffee or a meal even visit places together
I have a car and I am currently in south Puglia
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