No friends? No Problem! Cruise ALONE! (CARNIVAL RADIANCE)

My first time cruising alone. What I learned and my experience on the Carnival Radiance.

[@jackbraddell1124]

I love cruising alone. I go on a cruise to get away from everyone.

[@AriAbroad]

It was honestly so relaxing 😌 I would definitely do it again

[@blackbirds4]

ive Been on 30 cruises, 8 solo. Meet some beautiful people that way.

[@Crystalshanteg]

I’m finally going on my first cruise, thank you for your content!

[@AriAbroad]

Yessss excited for you girl! Thanks for watching!

[@divox9pqr]

The Carnival Radiance is a beautiful ship. I’m a solo cruiser also, and bringing along Tupperware and coffee cups is a great idea.

[@euux-jtgy7240]

I went solo on my last two cruises and had a wonderful time meeting people. Well now I have to give that up because I met somebody and we will be going on radiance in 21 days and Hawaii next year

[@AriAbroad]

How beautiful! I love that for you! That’s my next goal lol can’t travel alone forever

[@SamStar486]

❤️❤️❤️❤️✨🛳

[@TubeTies101]

Ive been on many solo cruises and its always been better than with a group. I suppose it depends on your personality but I've noticed that more people approached me being solo than with other people. Obviously less intimidating to strike up a conversation with one person than multiple people. Also, found myself being more active on the cruise, going out and mingling than I would with another person. With another person it's easy to just do your thing with them but alone you tend to put yourself out there more. Again, thats me personally. I can see some people might not be comfortable enough to put themselves out there and will stick to themselves the whole time which might be ideal for some but not others. If you're hesitant on solo cruising my suggestion is try it. Worst case scenario you'll be sticking to yourself but in a beautiful place with plenty of opportunity. You may surprise yourself. Likely, you'll have a great experience. Whats better than being in that situation with nobody to compromise with but yourself as far as what you're going to do or not do?

[@AriAbroad]

Yes to all of this and also I love not having to do things I don’t want to because the group all wants to. I don’t have to be on other people’s time because I can’t stand when people aren’t adhering to a schedule we all agreed on. Just easier, but there’s pros and cons to both. I do enjoy family time on cruises too but have learned to go off on my own even during a family cruise lol

[@kimmy0156]

Can’t wait to solo cruise 😁, thanks for sharing 💕

[@AriAbroad]

Thanks so much for watching! You’re gonna love solo cruising 💜

[@remirez2k3]

loved the radiance was my first ship and cruise ever

[@Travieso78702]

Thank you for the video as I'm going on that cruise for Christmas time. I have done solo cruises and loved it. I appreciate your content ☺️

[@AriAbroad]

Thank you so much for watching and for the support 💜💜💜

[@TheeAlyssaMarie]

This looked so fun!

[@AriAbroad]

You should try a solo cruise sometime 🙌🏾

[@Pattylove826]

I needed this video

[@niax782]

I LUV the orange dress 🧡☺️🙌🏽

[@AriAbroad]

Thank you!

[@jessamoyano9245]

I’m going on my first solo cruise on September 2023 with carnival panorama. I’m excited😍

[@AriAbroad]

Congrats love! Panorama was a such a fun ship!! Excited for you! Don’t forget to subscribe to keep up with upcoming content 💜

[@pooteethanng7647]

Amazing Ati. keep it up.

[@AriAbroad]

Thank you for the support!! 💜

[@scherzva]

I just booked a cruise on the Radiance (while cruising on the Celebrity Millenium) after watching your videos. I love Carnival.

[@AriAbroad]

Yessss!!!

[@sowhatsnext...2168]

Awesome video

[@AriAbroad]

Thank you!!

[@missac270]

I did this same itinerary solo. I had so much fun. There were a few other people traveling solo as well.

[@mostlyamazing]

Thanks for posting this!! My first ever cruise is coming up in December, and I’m going solo lol. I can’t wait!!

[@AriAbroad]

You’re gonna have so much fun!!

[@onjekaji5832]

I booked 4 cruises coming up. 7 day Panorama (Mexican Riviera), 10 day Miracle (Alaska) , 8 Day Celebration (southern Carribean) and a 14 day Radiance (Hawaii) ! Gonna give my parents a cruise of their life time 😊

[@AriAbroad]

Wow!!! That sounds amazing! Can I come 😂

[@onjekaji5832]

@@AriAbroad of course! 😊

[@cami7961]

Thinking abt goin solo bcz im exhausted and need a break frm everything

[@meganmcdonald5229]

I just booked my first solo from Barcelona! Woohoo

[@AriAbroad]

Yay!! You can do it! People love solo cruisers and will talk to you if they see you around. So make friends!

[@richarddeason1845]

I booked the cruise January 2022 I got room with windows because I wanted to feel open air The cost was about 200 dollars more Being myself was ok I had no problems I pick this ship because I was on her three years ago when she was the victory They did a good job overall

[@AriAbroad]

Yes! We cruised with her when she was Victory as well. They made a lot of great improvements.

[@larryhall4608]

Hi Ari just an FYI. If you carry your bags on again just leave them next to your cabin door, nobody will mess with them and when your cabin is ready you can just bring them in.

[@AriAbroad]

Thanks for the tip but when you get on too early, they actually block off the floor

[@lablabdog]

I haven’t cruised since 2019. Before the pandemic i went on cruises with my family, once every year.

[@AriAbroad]

@@lablabdog wow that’s a long time! You should get back to that tradition!

[@Iam_Celene]

I was supposed to go on a cruise with my boyfriend next June 2024 and I broke up with him but still have that time I put in for work so me and my mom are gonna go on our first cruise to Bermuda with that week I took off regardless 😊 super excited!!! It was a very amicable way I broke up with him so no feelings were hurt either

[@AriAbroad]

I hope you guys have fun!!!

[@jesuz310]

Thank you I’m gonna go a this cruise next month solo Long Beach to Ensenada

[@JM-gc8fn]

How was it solo as a guy? I wanna go too and I’m 🌈 so I wanna make sure I have a good time

[@AriAbroad]

How was it!

[@AriAbroad]

@@JM-gc8fn you’ll have fun! They even have LGBTQ meet ups!

[@MrRepsMrReps]

I cruise with my wife but we have met many solo cruisers. Cruising can be a perfect solo vacation.

[@AriAbroad]

It was more relaxing for me than fun but I enjoyed it!

[@ilovesports5468]

I’m thinking of booking this next month for my bday. Solo

[@AriAbroad]

Go for it! It’s such an easy cruise for solo travelers. I had alot of fun. If you want a big party shoot for a weekend

[@mpcat7958]

Just curious how much the cruise costs and which site?

[@skytime3362]

I’ve cruised 5 times so far this year. Next one in June will be solo. No idea yet 😂😂😂

[@daishalipford8868]

I’m going on a cruise alone in July 23rd-30th going to Mexico Cayman Islands and Jamaica 🇯🇲 I can’t wait

[@AriAbroad]

Yessss girl have fun! I love Jamaica!

[@sophiaentzminger5011]

Hey Ari from Costa Rica 🇨🇷

[@AriAbroad]

Heeeeeey! Welcome to the channel! 💜

[@jimhutchison3435]

Great video! I'm cruising solo on the Radiance 2/6/23. Any other singles going??

[@AriAbroad]

That’s great Jim! Check out Facebook groups for Radiance cruise sailings. You can usually find people to connect with before getting onboard.

[@jimhutchison3435]

@@AriAbroad already joined one but only 10 people so far. I'm super-social, so I know I'll be ok : )

[@b8rlow]

Had the best time solo.

[@karastub1278]

I’m going on one thanksgiving week wish me luck 😅 Also it’s for my 21st birthday we’re doing the port, Catalina, sea day, Ensenada, port cruise so any advice on getting the most out of my cheers package would be appreciated!!! Also yes I plan on excess adult beverage drinking for this so I’m bringing Zofran, 800mg ibuprofen, and ordering a case of water. I’m going with my parents and sister so I’ll be safe!!

[@AriAbroad]

Sounds fun!!! I usually grab some drinks or a few shots before I go on shore and pour it into my reusable water bottle/ hydroflask to save on drinks at port and to make the most of my drink package

[@AriAbroad]

Don’t forget to subscribe to the channel for more content 💜

[@shangieshomedecorandlifestyle]

Hi! I enjoyed the video! New subscriber. I'm sailing in June 2024. Did they refund the port fee for Catalina Island?

[@AriAbroad]

Thank you!! I can’t remember if they did but I feel like they didn’t. We have to expect that our ports can change at anytime. If you had an excursion it was refunded.

[@kdnichols99]

How did you like cruising single? I have cruised before but plan on my first single cruise coming up next year. I'm pretty nervous, but excited too. How was it dining at your own table by yourself?

[@AriAbroad]

H! So I accidentally booked a solo cruise on Valentine’s Day and didn’t realize until I was onboard 😂 dining alone was pretty funny with all the hearts and roses set at the table. Everyone was so super sweet to me tho and people were always willing to interact with me. If you’re nervous, join the Facebook group for that specific sailing and meet people prior to going. Also go to the solo traveler meet up nights onboard. Cruising solo for me is more for relaxing but i like groups when I want to have fun

[@ShawnQuish0904]

Couple of questions as I am booking this cruise. Did they sell the model ships in the onboard store? Did they sell Radiance t-shirts?

[@AriAbroad]

Sorry Shawn I don’t know. I don’t really go into the gift shops on the cruises honestly.

[@raya74]

Even when i had the most friends in my life i traveled solo

[@EZ-bq8bi]

May I ask when was did you take this Cruise? It looks chilling already and I am planning on December, just want to have a reference :)

[@AriAbroad]

Hi! This one was in February

[@BronzeGirl]

I am looking into doing my first solo cruise and doing a interior port hole room

[@AriAbroad]

I honestly love interior rooms! It’s a nice escape from the cruise for a while to recharge since I’m an Introvert and it’s cost effective

[@BronzeGirl]

@@AriAbroad yes I understand but they have rooms for solo cruisers same size as interiors room but has a small porthole. I just want some sunlight Look them up on KZbin

[@AriAbroad]

@@BronzeGirl Yeah I’ve stayed in one of those before too. Enjoy your cruise! 💜

[@swageralmonte6571]

💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜🎊🎊🎊

[@karastub1278]

Also if you go to Mexico on a carnival cruise I highly recommend pharmacy shopping if you’re struggling to afford or get a medication. I was able to get meds for my panic attack on board (my mother grabbed it for me) for 7$ for what in the US costs 200$. I have insurance and I’m so grateful for it but if you need meds and the US has a shortage or your insurance won’t cover your PRESCRIBED medications I highly reccomend while you’re there checking around. Don’t go buying oxy or any narcotics though. Don’t be stupid.

[@AriAbroad]

Yes love, there are tons of pharmacies at port in Mexico and many people make a day out of pharmacy hopping, comparing prices and buying all their medications for themselves, family and friends too. I even get meds for my dogs too lol

[@stoehrcov]

Miss Ari and friends. I lost my wife and going on my first solo cruise in May 2024. I get nervous about the main dining room and have a table for one or a bigger table? Any suggestions? Thanks

[@AriAbroad]

Im so sorry to hear that 🥺! I suggest be open to sitting a combined table with strangers. They do this is the dining room a lot or sitting a two person table or booth. Many times I prefer to eat alone in the dining room and they sit me at a two person small table which also has other solo cruisers or small friends groups right next to me and I meet people that way. If I don’t want to talk, I ask for a small two person booth.

[@debbiedormand1499]

Alaska solo Sept 17 ....here I come glaciers

[@AriAbroad]

So excited for you!

[@Childspport2024]

Ong i need this... i need a break from everyone

[@AriAbroad]

Very relaxing indeed

[@Valerie_H]

what time of year did you go? I've gone during summer and mid winter, but im going for the first time in March! not sure what to expect while at sea.

[@AriAbroad]

Hi! I went on Valentine’s Day lol so I was the only single person on the ship. Still had fun though

[@Valerie_H]

@@AriAbroad awwww was it cold ?!

[@AriAbroad]

@@Valerie_H yes girl very much so!

[@Valerie_H]

@@AriAbroad that will be different being on a cold cruise but I’ll let the alcohol warm me up lmao thanks for the feedback 💕

[@AriAbroad]

@@Valerie_H honestly that light cardigan I had on was fine so just a light jacket. Have fun love!

[@Playersclub415]

Did you book ahead of time or last minute? Ive heard you can get a better price if theres still available rooms by booking last minute.

[@AriAbroad]

Last minute. Saw a great deal and snagged it!

[@Playersclub415]

@@AriAbroad thanks for replying, looking into booking a solo cruise next month. Was holding off for last minute due to unpredictable weather

[@AriAbroad]

@@Playersclub415 yeah look for single rooms. If you check out my Panorama Vlog (I believe) it shows what a single person room looks like. It’s cheaper than a double occupancy alone.

[@Playersclub415]

@@AriAbroad I saw it’s about 100 dollars cheaper for 1 guest. There’s not much of a savings compared to booking for 2 guest. I will look at your vlog. I thought there smallest room slept 2 didn’t know they had single bed rooms

[@AriAbroad]

@@Playersclub415 yeah check it out! I was surprised when I found too but I guess it’s only on certain ships. Otherwise I just push both beds together to make king 🤌🏾

[@melzbeautycollections]

I’m cruising solo In 15 Days ❤❤❤

[@AriAbroad]

Yesss! I’m so excited for you!

[@melzbeautycollections]

@@AriAbroad for safety reasons did u bring anything on the cruise like mace or pocket knife anything allowed lol??

[@AriAbroad]

@@melzbeautycollections lmao no weapons allowed girl. Just my discernment and staying vigilant. I’m more so on guard off the ship. I booked all excursions through carnival to be safe. I usually don’t when I’m with family but this was my safety measure.

[@melzbeautycollections]

@@AriAbroad okay cool I did the same thing I booked all my excursions through the cruise line❤️

[@navy1lord1]

My wife and I are going in February, and I was wondering how long the horseback riding was?

[@AriAbroad]

I can’t remember exactly but I believe it was about an hour

[@navy1lord1]

@@AriAbroad thanks! We book the horseback riding excursion but I get super nervous about timelines. If Im not early to my destination I’m having a panic attack.

[@AriAbroad]

@@navy1lord1 no I get it lol he will be waiting for you right outside when you get off the ship and bring you back to the ship on time. No worries

[@lifethefam2647]

Did you cruise in the winter about this same time?

[@AriAbroad]

This was February

[@tashaking8998]

What time of the year did you go ?

[@AriAbroad]

I Went February 14th

[@la_gallada_ruiz9818]

Going on my first cruise in MAY from LOS ANGELES! Any recommendations on checking in

[@AriAbroad]

How exciting! Yeah definitely check your bags with the porters. You don’t want to be stuck with your luggage while waiting for you room to be ready. But make sure you have anything you need with you from your luggage like passport and ID or anything you don’t want to be stuck over an hour without. Tip your porter so your bags make it gently! And because they work off tips 💁🏾‍♀️ Any other questions?

[@la_gallada_ruiz9818]

@@AriAbroad so you're saying to take my bags to the porter's!? Then I go inside& check in correct? When do I find the porters? Same building or outside

[@AriAbroad]

@@la_gallada_ruiz9818 they’ll all be outside waiting to take your luggage from you whether you drive there or shuttle or taxi in. They’re right outside like the airport

[@AriAbroad]

@@la_gallada_ruiz9818 make sure you print out your tags or if you forget, they’ll write one for you and tag your luggage just like an airport. Arrive on time for your boarding time on your pass. Depending on how busy the port is, they’ll be strict about letting you board outside of your designated time.

[@la_gallada_ruiz9818]

@@AriAbroad I leave at 5pm what time do you recommend me getting there

[@niax782]

Have you ever cruised on Royal Caribbean? ☺️

[@AriAbroad]

Yes I have when I was 17 so about 11 years ago back when the Oasis of the Seas first came out.

[@tiffanyb.6029]

I just booked my first solo cruise.... I am so nervous

[@AriAbroad]

Don’t be nervous love! Join your fb group for your sailing, start convos and plan a meet up at the bar day one. Go to the solo travelers meet up on board. Hang out at the club. If I can cruise solo on a Valentine’s Day cruise, anyone can cruise solo 😂

[@dwill123]

You traveled solo, were you able to avoid the Single supplement?

[@AriAbroad]

Hey so I’m not exactly sure what single supplement is?

[@dwill123]

@@AriAbroad For a better explanation please check Wikipedia (Single supplement - Wikipedia). Basically (related to the cruise industry) it is a penalty paid by a traveler who travels solo in a dual occupant cabin. So if you cruise and stay in a two occupant room the 'Single supplement' penalty can be the total cost of the two occupant cabin now paid by the solo traveler. (I've even seen it to be the mentioned amount +).

[@AriAbroad]

@@dwill123 thanks for the info. I had never heard of that but once I chose that I was single in the room, my rate dropped due to not having to pay port fees for the second person but that’s all I know. I did pay full price for the room

[@MrRepsMrReps]

@@AriAbroad MSC has cruises for solo cruisers. Most cruise lines charge you for double occupancy

[@wendytabon3029]

Norwegian have cabins also for singles

[@adayinthelifeofceceebrown69]

One guestion can I take my own drinks and snacks???? Last time I went didn’t know if I could take some or naw

[@AriAbroad]

Hi! Yes they let you bring two 12 packs of soda per room and two bottles of wine. As far as snacks, my family just puts them in our luggage and they’ve never been confiscated 🤷🏾‍♀️ check carnival website first because I remember one time they changed this rule so make sure they didn’t change it again

[@adayinthelifeofceceebrown69]

@@AriAbroad ty my love 😍

[@rebeccam8729]

Why the Tupperware and cups?

[@AriAbroad]

Because I’m a picky eater and sometimes I like to bring certain foods I like back to my room and put it in the fridge for another day or for a snack if they don’t have food I like later. And the to go cups are for my tea and coffee so I’m not balancing mugs all day

[@capo2736]

Ethiopian or Eritrean huh? Gorgeous. I would cruise with you 😉

[@AriAbroad]

I’m actually neither but I get that alllll the time lol Thank you though 💜

[@capo2736]

@@AriAbroad oh no! I apologize. Very welcome. Good video. Was wondering what it’s like to cruise solo.

[@Iam_Celene]

Is it weird that I wanna go solo travel on a cruise for my 25th birthday

[@AriAbroad]

Not at all! Go for it! And join the bf group correlated to your sailing to see events or make friends

[@kimkirksey3018]

I would not want any one to know I am on a cruise solo, but I want to do a solo cruise.

[@AriAbroad]

I’m curious why you wouldn’t want anyone to know? Safety reasons? There’s really nowhere to go on a ship and with all the cameras and crew and my own alertness, I feel safe. I just wouldn’t tell anyone OFF the ship I’m alone.

[@guychirinian3122]

Is this a good place for singles?

[@AriAbroad]

It depends on what kind of trip you’re looking to have. If you want to meet someone I suggest a weekend or time when a lot of people are on vacation like the summer. Also join the Facebook groups for your cruise sailing and meet people in there too before you even board.

[@greyhousesociety]

Hello baby sister

[@PokeOVO]

So based of that short clip of the night club, is it basically just older people. Was looking forward to it 😢

[@AriAbroad]

😂 It literally depends. This one was barely any people but it was a weekday cruise. On the Vista with my family in the summer the entire club was packed with 18 year olds, still fun though. On the Panorama it was even mix. Depends what time of the year you go and who’s onboard. Summer time usually has more people in my experience

[@PassportBigBro]

Single Guys be careful 😂 your not a pretty Girl so don’t think you going to get that same kind of love as Ari 😉

[@AriAbroad]

Stop 😂 They love all solo travelers 🫶🏾

[@PassportBigBro]

@@AriAbroad the cruise 🚢 lines definitely 💰💸 🤣 , you gonna have these dudes cold 🥶 and stuck with a bunch of baby boomers geriatrics wives 👵🏼 talking about “Hey there young buck” 🤣 but let me hush 🤐 🫢🤫

[@swagsurfer05]

Let me go with u next time

[@goddsunstephenson6484]

Do you have a Snapchat?

[@AriAbroad]

No just Instagram @ariabroad

[@goddsunstephenson6484]

@@AriAbroad I see we both in la. I’ve been on 3 cruises just booked a 8 day cruise solo for my first time. I feel like we should go make content together ?

[@AriAbroad]

@@goddsunstephenson6484 wow 8 days solo! That’s a lot lol I actually don’t live in LA. I’m in AZ. What kind of content do you make?

[@goddsunstephenson6484]

@@AriAbroad I’ve always only done 3 day cruises to Mexico. Wanted to switch it up go to the Caribbean. Now I’m like feeling like I need a travel buddy or something lol. I’ve been just making videos adding them up for KZbin.

[@goddsunstephenson6484]

@@AriAbroad ok AZ not far. How AZ treating you?