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Cruising SOLO on my Birthday in Martinique!

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👁️ 8K views📅 1 years ago⏱️ 24:50
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Source: Our analysis of the creator's lived experience, based on what they said in this video.

Creator's Key Takeaways

Today is my birthday. It is March 20th and I love traveling on my birthday, but it's a little bittersweet because I'm by myself.

I have had such a wonderful time relaxing, hanging out, and chatting with another solo cruiser that I met.

I'm not going to sugarcoat it. It was not the most fun day I've had.

I am so glad I was able to spend it on a cruise in a beautiful, wonderful island, a place I have never been before.

Creator's Tips & Advice

If staying at a beach for a short time, consider renting a chair even if it's cheap.
Be prepared for language barriers; use an interpreting tool or ask for help.

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Being alone on your birthdayIt can be challenging, but it's okay to have moments of sadness; honesty about the experience is important.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat is it like to cruise solo on your birthday?
QHow do you book shore excursions in Martinique?
QWhat is the Deep Blue Extras loyalty program on Virgin Voyages?

Topics Covered

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Port Highlights

Martinique3 Happy Bacon
Top: Rum tasting and beach day at Trois Rivières and Les Salines
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YouTube Video Description

Today is my Birthday and I'm cruising SOLO on Virgin Voyages Resilient Lady! We are in the beautiful island of Martinique today and I have a shore excursion booked (see link below) through Shore Excursions Group, one of my favorite companies to book with and today I'll be visiting a Rum Distillery, Trois Rivières, for a tasting, followed by beach time at Les Salines beach! Afterwards I head back onboard the beautiful Resilient Lady to get a snack and relax outside. I attend the Deep Blue Extras (loyalty program) cocktail party for some free drinks and live music and then head to Extra Virgin, the Italian restaurant onboard for a delicious birthday dinner! Despite feeling a little lonely at moments, it really was a lovely day! Book an excursion with Shore Excursions Group: https://www.shoreexcursionsgroup.com/?id=1701062&data=mer.cruises.solo@gmail.com Support me!: https://buymeacoffee.com/mercruisessolo ---------------------------- Also follow me on: ⭐️ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mer.cruises.solo?igsh=bDQ4Yzh6NnIwdjR5&utm_source=qr ⭐️ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61557939269892&mibextid=LQQJ4d ⭐️ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mer.cruises.solo?_t=8iyjrVMz7ug&_r=1 ⭐️ Threads: https://www.threads.net/@mer.cruises.solo 📧 Email: mer.cruises.solo@gmail.com ---------------------------- 🎬 Filmed with: 📸 DJI Osmo Pocket 3 (https://amzn.to/47plA8B) 📹 DJI Osmo Action 4 (https://amzn.to/4e1tOpZ) 📹 Sony ZV-1F (https://amzn.to/40mnpB7) 📱 iPhone 14 Pro Max 🎶 Music: Epidemic Sound (https://share.epidemicsound.com/xetgrd)