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July 17, 2025 22 mins

Today we learn how to avoid the dreaded solo supplements that can add up to as much as 100% of the cost of your adventure!

Discover the 12 ways to waive or reduce the dreaded single supplement add on fees.

We cover:

  • What is a solo supplement anyway and why do I have to pay them?
  • How to find companies that waive single supplements and/or offer roommate matching services
  • Why when you book matters when it comes to paying solo supplement charges
  • How to use Search and Google Alerts to help you reduce single supplement fees
  • Why you may want to consider alternative types of lodging which don’t charge solo fees
  • Travel partner matching services
  • How to find and track solo deals
  • Why it’s important to consider the entire cost of a trip, including any solo supplement charges
  • And much more!

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