7-Night Pacific Coast Singles Cruise
October 19 - October 26, 2016
** All Shore Excursions Included **

There's no better way to celebrate Fall, then by exploring the Pacific Coast. Join Best Single Travel on an exciting cruise that starts in Canada and ends in California.  We will go to the Space Needle in Seattle, Washington, visit Lewis and Clark's house in Astoria Oregan, and eat great Seafood at Fisherman's Wharf.  

The Princess Star offers great restaurants, amazing entertainment, and wonderful amenitites.  There is even an indoor pool, that we can enjoy, should the weather be alittle chilly. In addition to everyone getting on-board credit, all shore excursions are included.  Leave your stress at home and join us on an amazing cruise.

Pacific Coast Singles Cruise Itinerary

Cruise Day 1: Vancouver, British Columbia (Wednesday: October 19 /  4:30pm)

It seems unlikely that a character named "Gassy Jack" Deighton would be responsible for one of the most beautiful cities on the continent. But that's history for you.

During the gold rush, Gassy Jack saw a chance to make money from the hordes of miners on their way to the Yukon. The saloon he built became the focus of the shanty town known as Gastown. From that ragtag group of shacks, modern Vancouver was born. The provincial government persuaded settlers to change the name of the town to Vancouver, after Captain George Vancouver, who sailed the region's waters in 1792. Canada's third-largest city, Vancouver is a cosmopolitan place with a European feel and a personality all its own. It's a community with a rich ethnic mix - including the second-largest Chinatown in North America - and stunningly beautiful parks.

Cruise Day 2: Nanaimo, B.C., Canada  (Thursday: October 20 / 7:00am - 6:00pm)

Located on Vancouver Island, Nanaimo is about 55 km west of Vancouver and separated by the Strait of Georgia, but directly linked to the mainland via BC Ferries.

Nanaimo began as a trading post in the early 1800s. In 1849 the Snuneymuxw chief Ki-et-sa-kun informed the Hudson's Bay Company of the presence of coal in the area, and in 1853 the company built a fort known as the Nanaimo Bastion. Subsequently the town was chiefly known for the export of coal. Nanaimo is home to Petroglyph Provincial Park, where visitors can view ancient petroglyph rock carvings and runes. Newcastle Island is another provincial park in Nanaimo, and was at one time a world-famous summertime tourist destination. The city lays claim to the oldest continuous community band in Canada, The Nanaimo Concert Band, established in 1872. Nanaimo is also known for its bathtub race during the annual marine festival, the famous Nanaimo bar dessert and for the cannon firing on the parapet next to the Bastion every day at noon during the summer months and for special events.

Cruise Day 3: Seattle, Washington (Friday: October 21 / 7:00am - 4:00pm)

Seattle is a young city with a rich history. Settlers first landed at Alki Point in 1851 and named the area after Sealth, the Suquamish Indian chief who befriended them. Rebuilt after the Great Fire of 1889, "The Emerald City" has a legacy of vision and strength. Seattle has hosted two World's Fairs (1909 and 1962) and is the birthplace of two modern marvels, Boeing and Microsoft. Known for its rainy climate, Seattle actually averages less annual rainfall than many East Coast cities. The mild weather, spectacular natural surroundings and rich cultural diversity attract visitors from around the world. Seattle tours are available to passengers with afternoon flights or an overnight stay in Seattle after their cruise.

Cruise Day 4: Astoria, Oregon (Saturday: October 22 / 10:am - 6:00pm)
As the oldest American settlement west of the Rockies, Astoria offers a rich history for your exploration. It was first visited by Captain Robert Gray in 1792, by the Lewis & Clark Corps of Discovery in 1805, then adventuresome pioneers by the thousands. Now its your turn to experience the excitement of exploring Astoria. Within a 20 mile radius, one can see dozens of exciting attractions including Fort Stevens State Park, Fort Astoria, Heritage Center Museum, Flavel House Museum, Uppertown Fire Fighters Museum, Astoria Column and the Columbia River Maritime Museum, home to one of the nation's finest displays of model ships and nautical artifacts. Astoria offers other fun discoveries, such as historic Victorian homes and the beautiful 4.1 mile-long Astoria Bridge.

Cruise Day 5: At Day at Sea (Sunday: October 23)

to enjoy all the amenities of the Star Princess

Cruise Day 6: San Francisco, California (Monday: October 24 / 7:00am - 11:00pm)
Cable cars, the Golden Gate rising from the fog - welcome to San Francisco, arguably the most romantic and cosmopolitan city in the United States. San Francisco has it all: a colorful history, superb restaurants, sophisticated museums, world-class shopping, and that elusive air of romance and abandon that's part of the tang of the city.

Cruise Day 7: At Day at Sea (Tuesday: October 25)
to enjoy all the amenities of the Star Princess

Cruise Day 8: Los Angeles, California (Wednesday: October 26 / 7:00am)
The City of Angels always hovers between dream and reality. Once a near-forgotten colonial outpost, the pueblo metamorphosed into an agrarian paradise before reinventing itself as a movie colony. Perhaps no other city owes so much to the technological innovations of the 20th century, from the automobile to the airplane. Little wonder that LA is oft described as the "dream machine." In LA, reinvention is a way of life. Yet this talent for change has created a city with a rich ethnic diversity and a sizzling culture. LA is the source for trends that migrate across the country and then the world. Where else can you enjoy a Thai taco or munch on a kosher burrito? Or travel from downtown's high rises to the beaches of Malibu, shopping in Beverly Hills along the way? Los Angeles is a port of embarkation and disembarkation for some cruises.

Pacific Coast Singles Cruise Full payment is due 90 days prior to sailing.  (So if paying within 90 days please pay full amount). If you would like a shared cabin and are booking 90 days prior to sailing we guarantee you a roommate match. If you are booking within 90 days of sailing we will confirm a roommate within 24 hours. * Singles Cruises Go Up in price monthly - Book Early! *

 

Australia Great Barrier Reef Singles Cruise
October 15 - October 27, 2019 from Sydney

 Join this once in lifetime Singles Cruise vacation in Australia and cruise from Sydney harbour to New Castle, to Arlie Beach, the Great Barrier Reef and to Brisbane. Cuddle a Koala, hand feed a kangaroo, taste wine in Hunter Valley and glide above a rainforest. Board the Celebrity Solstice in Sydney and enjoy the company of singles, solo travelers and friends as we cruise from Australian port to Australian port.
Stay Onboard for our New Zealand Cruise!

 Australia Great Barrier Reef Singles Cruise Daily Itinerary

Cruise Day 1: Sydney, Australia  (Tuesday: October 15 / 6:30pm)
Considered one of the most cosmopolitan cities in the Southern Hemisphere, Sydney offers just about anything—from beaches and wineries to stunning landmarks and world-class shopping. Tour architectural marvels like the Sydney Opera House and the Sydney Harbor Bridge, view life below the surface from Sydney Aquarium’s underwater walkways, or take it all in from above on a tour of the Sydney Tower.
Board the Celebrity Solstice - 12:00pm - 3:00pm

Cruise Day 2: Newcastle, Australia  (Wednesday: October 16 / 8:00am - 5:00pm)
Settled in 1801 as a colony for convicts sentenced to dig for coal, the area’s celebration of the surfing lifestyle and a no worries attitude make it one of the most laid-back places in the developed world. A diversity of natural attractions offers many opportunities for exploration. Hunter Valley is a fertile patch of paradise north of Sydney and one of Australia’s prime wine-growing and gourmet-food producing regions. Lushly carpeted with vineyards and dotted with historic country towns,
Included Shore Excursion - Hunter Valley Wine Tasting and Fort Scratchely Tour (9:00am - 4:00pm)
Today we travel to the Hunter Valley Wine Country, Australia's oldest wine producing region, where a warm welcome awaits us at the McGuigan Cellar Door. Their knowledgeable staff will guide us through a tasting of McGuigan wines from the always popular Black Label to exclusive labels such as Vineyard Select. Experience the delights of the Hunter Valley Cheese Company and enjoy the full cheese experience from sampling to seeing how each cheese is hand crafted. Then we sit down for a delicious lunch and a glass of wine in the heart of the vineyards at Drayton’s Family Winery, one of the few local wineries that is still family owned.
We return to New Castle to visit Fort Scratchley Historic Site, with its commanding position guarding the Hunter River Estuary and undoubtedly Newcastle’s most spectacular vantage point and worth the visit for the view alone. Overlooking Nobbys Beach and lighthouse, the Fortress boasts panoramic ocean, coastline, harbor and city views. The site has seen a wide range of human activities over the centuries. Our guided tour brings the fascinating history of this national treasure to life.

Cruise Day 3 and Day 4: A Day at Sea  (Thursday - Friday , October 17 - 18)
Relax on our first few days at sea as we have lots of fun shore excursions planned. Enjoy all the amenities of the Celebrity Solstice plus the onboard singles activities.

Cruise Day 5: Airlie Beach, Queensland, Australia (Saturday: October 19 / 8:00am - 5:00pm)
One of the best departure points for excursions to the Great Barrier Reef, Airlie Beach is extremely popular with lovers of the tropical lifestyle. Sailing among the calm, protected waters of the Whitsunday Islands is a must-do on the wish lists of many travelers. Charming shops, exhilarating skydives over the shoreline, and everything in between is going to make this a memorable visit. Airlie Beach is a shopping hub, so set aside time for souvenir-hunting. Shops along the main street stock the usual beachwear to supplement your vacation wardrobe, or pick up some Whitsundays-branded souvenirs.
Included Shore Excursion - Spend the Day in Arlie - Meet your tour leader for a morning stroll along the Bicentennial Board Walk, roughly 2 1/2 miles along the waterfront that showcases some wonderful coastal views of this part of Queensland. Enjoy a gorgeous coastal walk that comes with a bracing sea breeze, that stretches from Airlie Beach's lagoon through to the sands of Cannonvale Beach. See if you can spot marine life such as fish and turtles by gazing down into the water as the boardwalk follows the waterline. Next we will stop at the Arlie market includes premier art and hand craft showcases, locally made jewelery, clothing, souvenirs, glass blowing, fruit, vegetables and lots of entertainment.
This afternoon we check out the Arlie Beach Lagoon, a replica beach complete with sandy shores and tropical trees and a deep swimming area. We can swim safely in the lagoon, sun ourselves on the shore or nestle in the shade on the grassy knolls. The lagoon is located in the centre of the Airlie Beach main street and is surrounded by a large range of shops and eateries.

Cruise Day 6: Cairns (Yorkey's Knob), Australia  (Sunday: October 20 / Tendered 10:00am)
Cairns is located in tropical North Queensland. To the north, west, and south, it is surrounded by lush, tropical rainforest. And to the east lies the Coral Sea and the Great Barrier Reef. Apart from being the gateway to magnificent natural attractions, this waterfront city offers an abundance of possibilities, including the opportunity to safely spot crocs.
Included Shore Excursion - Green Island Reef Cruise (1:00pm - 5:00pm)
Enjoy the beauty of Green Island, part of the Great Barrier Reef with our half day reef tour. “Reef Rocket”, a high speed catamaran will take us on a 45 journey and our friendly crew will help us organize our activities to make the most of our time on Green Island, a beautiful coral cay on Australia’s Great Barrier Reef. Green Island boasts unique rainforests, surrounded by white sandy beaches and magnificent coral reefs and abundant marine life. You have a choice to snorkel with equipment or stay dry and view the spectacular underwater reefs on the glass bottom boat. Explore Green Island’s underwater world aboard a Semi-Submarine. Seated below water level, be treated to a divers view of the coral reef and marine life with commentary by the crew and see the lively fish feeding.
Carins Tonight - Each night when the sun sets, Cairns Night Markets come alive. Featuring over seventy retail outlets and home to a myriad of food options, The hustle and bustle of the market in the open air setting makes for an electrifying shopping experience. Whatever you are into, the Cairns Night Market will be sure to have something that grabs your attention. Opals, pearls, silver, clothing, massage oils, t-shirts, arts, crafts, Australian food products, plenty of souvenirs and gifts, just to name a few.

Cruise Day Day 7: Cairns, Australia  (Monday: October 21 / Tendered to 7:00pm)
The rainforests of the Wet Tropics, a 'living museum' of flora and fauna, were placed on the World Heritage List in 1988 and cover an area of nearly 900,000 hectares of rainforest and tropical vegetation. Here, pockets of primitive plants have remained undisturbed for millions of years, and rare, even previously unidentified species of birds, insects and mammals have emerged to delight biologists and nature lovers.
Included Shore Excursion - Kuranda, Scenic Rail, Rainforestation, Skyrail with Lunch (8:00am - 5:00pm)
Board the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway and glide over the rainforest canopy, stopping  along for a nature stroll or visit the CSIRO Interpretive Center. Upon arrival at the beautiful Kuranda Station, there is plenty of time to explore the shops and the Heritage Markets before we shuttle to the Rainforestation Nature Park, set in 40 hectares of lush gardens and tropical rainforest. The Rainforestation is home to the Army Duck Rainforest tours on land and water, the Pamagirri Aboriginal Experience and the iconic Australian animals in the Koala & Wildlife Park. Learn about indigenous culture and watch a traditional dance performance in a rainforest amphitheater, then join the Dreamtime Walk which includes boomerang throwing, spear-throwing and the didgeridoo. Hand-feed kangaroos and wallabies, or have your photo taken cuddling a cute koala (optional extra cost). Enjoy a fantastic BBQ lunch before it is time to board the famous Kuranda Scenic Rail for an amazing journey as we travel one of the world’s most scenic rail routes, through hand-hewn tunnels and over bridges spanning spectacular gorges. Our transfer coach awaits us at the station.

Cruise Day 8: Port Douglas, Australia  (Tuesday: October 22 / Tendered 7:00am - 7:00pm)
With Four Mile Beach at one end of the main street and the yacht-filled harbor at the other, the town attracts a blend of yoga and organic food devotees, sailors and celebrities. While Port Douglas now thrives on a booming snorkelling and adventure industry, lavish hotels and a buzzing restaurant and shopping scene have combined to transform it from a 1960s fishing village into one of Australia's favourite resort towns.The once-sleepy, now-bustling seaside village of Port Douglas will be your hub to the Great Barrier Reef, home to some 1,500 species of fish, 5,000 species of mollusk and 400 species of coral for your exploration. Now that you have experienced the Great Barrier Reer and the Rainforest, today is your chance to choose your own Reef or Rainforest shore excursion.

Cruise Day 9: Willis Island, Australia  (Wednesday, October 23 / 11:00am - 1:00pm)
Cruise past Willis Island, Australia and see the 19-acre island with its weather-monitoring station and population of albatross, terns, sea turles and more. The unique seabirds around Willis Island are a joy to watch. One of their strange habits is to pretend to have a broken wing if a human gets near one of their nests; hopping away, the "wounded" bird tries to lead the approaching person astray. Many other birds also wheel around this tiny island, including wedge-tailed shearwaters, sooty terns and common and black noddies.

Cruise Day 10: A Day at Sea  (Thursday, October 24)
Enjoy all the amenities of the Celebrity Solstice plus our special Jewelry making session just for our singles group.

Cruise Day 11: Brisbane, Australia  (Friday: October 25 / 8:00am - 8:00pm)
In the heart of Queensland, Brisbane’s cultural sophistication belies its proximity to the Australian wilderness. No matter what your outdoor pleasure,Brisbane offers a diversity of possibilities. Cuddle with koalas at the Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary, take a trip out to Moreton Bay to feed wild dolphins, or trek to the top of Mt. Kcoot-tha Lookout to take it all in.
Included Shore Excursion - Brisbane City Tour and Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary (9:00 - 5:00pm)
Discover Brisbane's historic city center and wildlife on our private guided tour but first enjoy Brisbane's most iconic views from the Mt Coot-tha Lookout. Then we drive to Lone Pine Koala sanctuary, rated one of the "Top 10 Zoos in the World". Lone Pine is the world's first and largest koala sanctuary, with over 130 koalas. Cuddle a koala anytime, hand feed kangaroos and encounter a large variety of Aussie wildlife, all in beautiful, natural settings.
After such an exciting morning let's have lunch (not included) at the famous XXXX Brewery and Ale House. It all begin in 1898 with two brothers... After our delicious meal washed down with an icy-cold XXXX our Brisbane City Tour begins. We will pass by South Bank Parklands, Kangaroo Point Cliffs, Story Bridge and Town Hall. Time for DFO Airport outlet shopping before we return to our cruise ship.

Cruise Day 12: A Day at Sea (Saturday: October 26)
Enjoy all the amenities of the Celebrity Solstice on our final day at sea together.

Cruise Day 13: Sydney, Australia (Sunday: October 27 / 6:30am)
Considered one of the most cosmopolitan cities in the Southern Hemisphere, Sydney offers just about anything—from beaches and wineries to stunning landmarks and world-class shopping. Tour architectural marvels like the Sydney Opera House and the Sydney Harbor Bridge, view life below the surface from Sydney Aquarium’s underwater walkways, or take it all in from above on a tour of the Sydney Tower.
Disembark - Depart for Home or Continue Your Vacation, Stay Onboard and Cruise New Zealand.

Cruise Map	Celebrity Solstice

Singles Cruise Pricing

Inside Cabin - Interior staterooms are an excellent value. These spacious staterooms have no window which is great if you like to sleep late!

Ocean View - The large picture window will delight you and provides an excellent view of the ocean and all destinations!
                            * Some oceanview cabins have obstructed views

Private Balcony - Enjoy the scenic views from your own private balcony. Most balcony staterooms also have a separate sitting area.

I will share a cabin with a friend or use the Singles Cruise Match Program

Cabin Type	Deposit	Full Payment
Inside	$550	$3476.37
Oceanview	$550	$3976.37
Balcony	$550	$4386.37
Best Single Travel provides roommate matching to our clients who confirm their reservations at least 90 days before departure. Amounts are per-person in US Dollars and Include Taxes and Port Charges

 
I want my own cabin

Cabin Type	Deposit	Full Payment
Inside	$1000	$5175.74
Oceanview	$1000	$6215.74
Balcony	$1000	$6955.74
Amounts are per-person in US Dollars and Include Taxes and Port Charges

Pre-Night Sydney Package 1-Night Novotel Sydney Darling Harbour with Breakfast - Airport & Cruise Transfer Sydney City Tour and Sydney Opera House Tour October 14 - 15, 2019 $ Share / $ Single Room (Prices coming soon)   This morning we are met by our local guide for a Sydney city sights tour. See Kings Cross, the Harbour Bridge, Chinatown, the Rocks, Circular Quay, Botanic Gardens and The Sydney Opera House. Discover the stories, history and magic of the Sydney Opera House with an incredible behind the scenes guided tour taking us underneath the world famous sails. Then it is time to transfer to the cruise terminal for check in. (roommate matching not guaranteed on pre-nights)

 
Get Your Deposit Down & Lock in Your Rate - Full Payment is Due July 10, 2019

Australia Great Barrier Reef Singles Cruise ** 4 Shore Excursions Included ** Full payment is due 90 days prior to sailing.  (So if paying within 90 days please pay full amount). If you would like a shared cabin and are booking 90 days prior to sailing we guarantee you a roommate match. If you are booking within 90 days of sailing we will confirm a roommate within 24 hours. * Click Here for Frequently Asked Singles Cruise and Cancellation Policies *