TORONTO — According to a recent Avalon Waterways ‘Wish List’ survey, 13% of 16,600 respondents said they’re planning to go solo on their next river cruise.

“Traveling solo doesn’t always mean you’re on your own,” said Pam Hoffee, President, Avalon Waterways. “Providing a balance of solo and ‘nolo’ (on your own but never alone) experiences, we set the stage for the perfect vacation on – and off – our Suite Ships with the bonus of an on-site Cruise Director and expert local guides to ensure an engaging, life-changing cruise.”

Hoffee added that Avalon Waterways’ value proposition for solo travellers on river cruises includes waived single supplements on a select number of staterooms on nearly every departure in Europe and Southeast Asia.

“An average of 10% of our current guests are cruising solo,” said Hoffee. “They know that when they go with us, they can not only save money on their deluxe stateroom (172-square feet) or Panorama Suite (200-square feet), but they’re also invited to explore and engage with the world in the ways that interest them. From small group, passion-packed excursions to on-your-own exploration with the AvalonGO app, our guests are invited to not only uncover new discoveries, but to learn new things about themselves, every day, along the way.”

Avalon Waterways’ ‘no single supplement’ deal is available on a first-come, first-serve basis; see avalonwaterways.ca.