by Angela Bratrud

I’m ready for a vacation. Every year I seek out something a little different, and one thing I’ve always wanted to do is take a cruise. But this is one adventure I’ve been putting off for one reason.  I’m single.

Let’s face it, taking a cruise is usually a family affair, a couple’s retreat or a group of women joined at the hip for an adventure of girl time.  I’m looking for something a little more on the edge, where I can explore new things and let go of all my worries.  I don’t want to be responsible for group decisions.  It actually wracks my nerves to think of spending a week trapped on a boat with someone I can’t get rid of.  Maybe it’s my carefree spirit, but I want freedom of the sea, to make new connections, and have a low pressure good time. (more…)