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I have been travelling for a living for over 35 years and I know what it’s like to travel alone and I know what it's like to have a travel buddy. Sometimes it makes a world of difference to the enjoyment of a travel experience.

Although we sincerely try to keep 'single supplements' to a minimum, many women are interested in sharing twin accommodation rather than incure a single supplement charge. Unfortunately not all women have someone in their immediate circle to travel and share costs with. At Canadian Woman Traveller we try to facilitate an easy and friendly environment for woman to find a 'travel buddy' for any of our escorted tours or their own independant journeys.

Canadian Woman Traveler creates waitlists for women looking for a 'travel buddy' for any of our custom escorted tour programs and even their own independant travel plans. Please keep in mind that we encourage woman to be honest and upfront about their personal expectations of a potential 'travel buddy' and roommate. Over the years I have seen many woman gain a new friend and even a long-time 'travel buddy'. Like any shared experience, compromise is essential to the succcess of the experience. We suggest that woman go further than assuming a shared interest in keeping travel costs down will make for a perfect 'travel buddy' and roommate. Some things to keep in mind when discussing the possibility of sharing with someone.

  • Do you smoke?
  • Do you snore ?
  • Are you a ‘night person’, or ‘morning person’?
  • Have you shared accommodation on an escorted tour before?
  • Have you been on a escorted tour before?
  • Are you used to being on your own?
  • Do you enjoy to read before bed, and for how long every night before turning out the light?
  • Do you have to have a window open at night ?
  • Are you allergic to air-conditioning?
  • Do you make a point of having a 'nightcap' before retiring for bed?
In a perfect world finding someone with the same interests or expectations would be a dream come true. Unfortunately there always needs to be some 'give and take' when entering a shared accommodation situation.

Keep in mind that just because you are sharing accommodation doesn't automatically mean that you will do things together. It is quite usual for the person who gets the shower first to go ahead to breakfast while the other is getting ready for the day's activities. It is quite usual for one of the two sharing to spend their daytime, mealtime, and or free-time with other passengers or even on their own.

Please understand that Canadian Woman Traveller does not acknowledge any responsibility for the successful match of those deciding to share accommodation. Note that alternate arrangements will not be made after final payment has been received for the selected tour or during a tour itself.

For some, having your own space and quiet time is very important to the enjoyment of their trip. Don't compromise yourself for the sake of a 'single supplement'. Note that just because you have choosen to have your own accommodation does't mean that you will be alone. After all, you are a part of a group tour.

You are always welcome to contact me personally for any comments, questions, and suggestions. I look forward to communicating with you.

Debbie Lloyd, CTC
President - Canadian Woman Traveller


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