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The 100 | Going solo
PHOTOGRAPHY: GEORGE APOSTILIDES (
SOUTHERN OCEAN LODGE)
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SOAK UP THE VIEW
There is no more indulgent solo pursuit than soaking in a
tub, and if it comes with a stunning view (and a glass of
bubbles close at hand) then all the better. Some of the most
stunningly positioned tubs can be found in South Australia,
including this humdinger at the sublime Southern Ocean
Lodge on Kangaroo Island. Book El Questro’s Cliffside
Retreat for its outdoor tub looking over the Kimberley
landscape, spot whales from the bath in qualia’s Windward
Pavilion, or head to the bush bath at Kingsford Homestead,
a working sheep station in South Australia’s Barossa region.GET YOUR SEA LEGS
First it should be stated that there’s a
big difference between cruising solo
and singles’ cruises. If you are looking
for a little time out on your own with
endless water views rather than looking
for endless love, most cruises will cater
to your needs. While most cruise
companies offer discounted solo
supplements, there are certain
companies going that extra mile to
make lone travellers welcome,
including offering studio cabins priced
for one (Norwegian Cruise Line, Royal
Caribbean International and Holland
America Line), organised activities and
shore trips that allow you to interact
with other travellers, and communal
dining so you don’t have to eat alone.64