Posted by: Editor on Apr 13, 2008 – 12:40 PM
pampering Known for their exquisite dining and abundance of activities, cruise ships are fast gaining a new reputation for world-class spa pampering.
Cruise ships are already known for elegant dining and impeccable service. But now, they’re also developing a reputation for something else: world-renowned spa treatments.
“People are taking a cruise just for the spa retreat,” says Mark Allen, from the Web site SpaCruiseVacation.com which specializes in booking spa vacations at sea. “It’s no longer just for the food and beaches. Now people are cruising to access the best spas like Mandara, Elemis and Steiner of London.”
Cruise ships are equipped with luxurious spas offering panoramic ocean views of the Caribbean, Hawaii, South Pacific, Mediterranean, Bermuda, Mexican Riviera and the Bahamas, or wherever the weather is warm.
“There are fabulous ocean view treatment rooms for individuals and even for couples,” says Allen. “There are also whirlpools, steam rooms, saunas and quiet relaxation areas are all available at these beautiful spacious spas.”
There are spa treatments like hot aroma stone therapy, rasul, seaweed wraps, shiatsu, reflexology, Ionithermie and facials.
There’s even acupuncture, teeth whitening and full salon/manicure services available.
“What’s great about a cruise is that you have the time to relax and rejuvenate,” says Allen. “And a massage at sea offers the ultimate in escape experience.”
On board cruise ships have complete fitness centers with the latest equipment and machines, pools, jogging and walking tracks plus gourmet restaurants with spa cuisine menus.
Yoga, aerobics, Pilates, step, and spinning classes are also offered for those who want more than just pampering. For evening excitement there areLas Vegas style casinos, Broadwayquality shows and dancing in one of many lounges.
Ocean view rooms or suites with private balconies over the sea go for as little as $100 per day including your food and entertainment, says Allen. Cruise spa services are additional.
Virtually every 4-star and 5-star cruise ship has a spa and SpaCruiseVacation.com currently features: Seabourn, Crystal, Azamara, Celebrity, Princess, Royal Caribbean, Holland America, Carnival and NCL.
For more information on aspa cruise vacation, visit SpaCruiseVacation.com by Seven Seas Travel.