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Title: Solo Travel Isn’t About Being Single Anymore

Germany, 9th Feb 2026 - Solo travel is undergoing a quiet but significant transformation. Once closely associated with being single, it is now increasingly embraced by travelers who are married or in long-term relationships.Recent survey data from German-speaking markets shows that more than 70% of partnered and married travelers express interest in traveling solo, challenging the long-held assumption that solo travel is driven primarily by relationship status. In Germany alone, more than one in eight travelers has already booked a cruise they plan to take alone, despite being in a relationship.According to analysis of recent industry data tracked by alleinaufkreuzfahrt.de, the DACH region’s only platform focused exclusively on solo cruising, interest in solo cruises among married and partnered travelers is rising. The data points to a broader behavioral shift, where independence and personal time are increasingly valued alongside shared experiences.This change is particularly visible in the cruise sector. Industry figures show that solo cruise participation has doubled year over year, with solo travelers now accounting for roughly 12% of cruise passengers globally. In the United States, approximately one in ten cruise passengers now sails alone, with Millennials and Gen Z significantly more likely to do so than older generations.Travel analysts suggest the trend reflects evolving relationship norms rather than dissatisfaction. Instead of assuming all meaningful experiences must be shared simultaneously, many couples are making room for individual interests, mismatched schedules, and personal autonomy. Post-pandemic attitudes toward time and self-determination have further accelerated this shift, reducing the willingness to delay experiences while waiting for other...

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