11.   Many will try to pair you with another solo traveler to spare both people the single supplement fee.

12.   Numerous online chat rooms and message boards appeal to solo travelers.

13.   Rosalie Kay of Studio City, who said single supplements are a pain in the pocketbook for solo travelers, agrees.

14.   Several tour companies and clubs cater to the solo traveler.

15.   Solo travelers do not pay a single supplement, but all accommodations are based on twin shares.

16.   Solo traveler must agree to share a room if no singles are available.

17.   Solo travelers will find no single-supplement fee at Club St. Lucia and Club Antigua, both all-inclusive resorts.

18.   Solo travelers also find their needs catered to.

19.   Some travel agents give solo travelers short shrift, too.

20.   Some tour operators offer trips just for solo travelers.