You'll have all kinds of things in common to talk about at dinner, at cocktails, around the pool, or along the promenade rail. And don't be surprised if you find yourself making arrangements to meet them aboard ship again next year. All kinds of people take cruises, of all ages, from all walks of life - singles, couples and families. Passengers can vary from ship to ship and cruise to cruise. Pack like you would for any resort.
Cruises are casual by day, and in the evening, dress code varies and is dictated by occasion.
On some cruises, formal dinners or parties are part of the fun. If you don't woen a tuxedo, many ships offer rental services. But even on the most formal of ships, a dark suit and tie are fine for the dressiest occasions. Cruising is ideal for people travelling alone, because it's so easy to meet other people. Most ships have parties just for singles early on, so you can start to be involved right away.