LiftingDad

On 5/17/2021 at 1:46 PM, twodjs said:

Just seems like a more appropriate use of the space.

Now this is a trend I support, swimming in the sun, looking at the wake, ahhhh. 🙂

1 hour ago, twodjs said:

Back to reality. I chated with Virgin. The Redemption Spa is entirely co-ed. Some nice options with a mud room, salt room, steam and sauna, heated marble slabs, multiple small pools of various temps, etc. The individual showers in the changing area are roomy, but no single-sex sauna or steam. Darn!

Sucks, I do not know why this is becoming a trend? 

On 5/15/2021 at 9:16 PM, RD64 said:

I saw a pic posted earlier (can’t find it now), but the saunas on the new Virgin ships look massive - with windows. Not sure if they are co-Ed or unisex.

My issue with the Virgin ships is the incredibly tiny swimming pools, I don't even know what you would call them. 

On 5/6/2021 at 4:01 PM, billybeachboy said:

I have just read elsewhere in the forums that the dreaded 'amplification' of RCCL Adventure & Explorer of the Seas has been postponed & that the single sex facilities remain.   (Maybe we can thank COVID & the lack of revenue for RCCL for this?)

Fingers crossed!

13 hours ago, st34 said:

I’m booked on the Disney Magic in July! No confirmation of the sauna is open or closed as yet. I’ll let you know the result! 🙂

I would like to know that as well, I am excited about the Wish. 

33 minutes ago, twodjs said:

No, completely different. On the port side but much larger, with big floor-to-ceiling windows looking out to the sea, three showers and even a bucket full of cold water mounted on the wall - pull the chain if you dare. Plenty of towels and some hooks for your clothes. Still free, single-sex and a big improvement, in my opinion.

At least the Pinnacle Class are new builds with good facilities.

Hey Cruisers!

Quick question, how would rate the Koningsdam Workout/Spa Facilities? I am a serious lifter (though friendly in the gym) and I wanted to know how large the workout area is,  are there free wights or just machines? What is the spa area like, are the facilities CO-ED or Single sex? 

Thank you for your input!

3 hours ago, Edhug55 said:

• I have to agree that the sauna on the Koningsdam is terrific. Not much excitement but it has a huge window looking out to the sea. Although the sauna that you were packed in like very happy sardines sounds like fun.

 

Is this off of the mens locker room? I mean do you have to change into a suit then strip in the sauna? Or do you just wear a towel going from the locker room to the sauna?

Happy to chat anytime, Mark

marknewsen1@gmail.com

On 4/21/2021 at 6:31 PM, twodjs said:

Pride of America. They haven't canceled it yet. We were on it many years ago. I remember a fairly large single-sex sauna and steamroom. But thought I read recently that everything is now co-ed. So I've lowered my expectations. 

I really hate booking a ship and being disapointed that facilities are under repair or do nopt match the deck plans

Happy to chat about cruising anytime

marknewsen1@gmail.com

On 4/26/2021 at 3:29 PM, Taco’s Dad said:

Cruise stud. Could you contact me also.    Mikeharp2021  Gmail 

Please contact me as well 
marknewsen1@gmail.com

On 4/26/2021 at 5:05 PM, Taco’s Dad said:

I agree that the lack of male massage therapists is a problem.  And I’m sorry, like liftingdad women simply do not get the body as well as men.  Also, liftingdad, I’ve not been able to reach you so feel free to contact me. Mikeharp2021 at your same place

HI Lost access, here is my new email  marknewsen1@gmail.com

Oh this had to be back ten years at least I was in college. Which ship are you booked on ?

2 hours ago, alexdw said:

Had great Male therapists on Cunards Queen Victoria in 2018 and on Viking Star in 2017. Was disappointed that on NCL and HAL there were only female massuers.

The only NCL male that I had was on the Pride out of Hawaii, great guy, great separate steam, sauna facilities too. But not on any other NCL ships on my recollection.

Mark, feel free to shoot me an email, love chatting with fellow cruisers.

newsenmark@gmail.com 

I have been lucky, There has always been at least one Male massage therapist, on my cruises. Not to sound sexist, but the reason why i prefer men if I am getting deep tissue/sports massage,  is just because of my body type, and my years of lifting. 

Mark, feel free to shoot me an email, love chatting with fellow cruisers.

newsenmark@gmail.com 

On 3/10/2019 at 12:59 PM, OntarioBiMe said:

Both the sauna and steam rooms have windows on the Spirit class ships BUT they are frosted so you can't see out of them.  You can see the shadows of people walking past the windows so guess they had no choice to frost them. 

Steam room has 2 tiled benches facing each other, each bench sits 2 or 3 comfortably, 4 if you squeeze in.

Sauna has a 2 tiered bench on right hand side that faces the sauna heater.  Each bench would hold 3 people but if 3 on top bench their feet might prevent 3 on bottom bench.

In my experience it was rare to see more than 3, maybe 4 guys in either at one time.  Mornings I'd share facilities with 1 or 2 other guys, night time (between 830pm and 10pm closing time) was very rare to see anyone, I'd occasionally a Staff member enjoying a steam late at night.
 

Great description thanks!
Mark, feel free to shoot me an email, love chatting with fellow cruisers.

newsenmark@gmail.com 

On 11/18/2019 at 4:33 PM, TRAVELBUGCRUISER said:

Hi Everyone

Just wondering those of you that are avid runners or that work out daily on the ship, is the best idea to get laundry done or is there a nifty idea of what you usually do with your gym clothes? Do you bring a weeks worth or wash a few outfits on the ship? Just looking to pack as little as possible while still getting my run in, everyday! Thanks

I hand wash everything workout related. I try to be careful choose easy to dry fabrics, and I admit I overpack !

Mark, feel free to shoot me an email, love chatting with fellow cruisers.

newsenmark@gmail.com 

On 2/11/2013 at 3:50 PM, Steven_&_Daniel said:

I was just curious as to how other gym rats handle being on vacation.

 

Do you skip the workouts/exercise?

 

Do you continue to eat healthy?

 

How do you handle all those tempting desserts?

I try to eat clean, stick to my work out schedule. Of course on a ship or at a resort, adjustments have to be made, but working out is such a part of me, I cannot ignore it on vacation. 

Mark, feel free to shoot me an email, love chatting with fellow cruisers.

newsenmark@gmail.com 

1 hour ago, Sthrngary said:

Mark:

 

All Mainstream Cruise lines have about the same amenities.  Some folks like MSC Yacht club better then the NCL Haven or Celebrity Retreat.  I really don't think you can go wrong with either one.  Don't worry about ages for your children.  All the ships are family friendly.  When you get in to Luxury cruising, it will be different.  

 

I hope I helped you.

thank you so much for responding so fast 

2 hours ago, Two Wheels Only said:

 

We have seen all ages. Families, older parents/grandparents, young children, etc. 

 

 

It depends on the ship but here are some examples....

 

 

 

 

thank you so much!

 

Cruise Critic did give MSC the "Best Onboard Gym" award in 2018 (Seaside and Seaview) and I expect that all ships after that will be similar or better. 

 

LINK

 

Sthrngary,

Best review I have ever read! I am thinking about a cruise with my son with MSC. What are the average ages of MSCs Yacht Club? I have never been on a MSC ship, not sure how well sorted out their gyms are, I lift daily. Feel free to contact me, Mark.

newsenmark@gmail.com

On 6/20/2020 at 4:58 PM, Cruise Stud said:

Hi there.

I will be more than happy to help out.

 

Send me a private message and we can chat in detail. 

Please add me to you chat list, Mark

newsenmark@gmail.com

6 hours ago, billybeachboy said:

I've often been in the sauna as the ship sails away 🙂

Could not agree more! Best way to relax and get into Cruise Mood 🙂

Mark

newsenmark@gmail.com

40 minutes ago, alexdw said:

These are single sex

Do you know if the Queen Mary is coed or single sex?

Thanks Mark  

newsenmark@gmail.com

2 hours ago, st34 said:

Men only sauna also with a window sounds good and also risky 😉

I think only if you are docked maybe?

Mark 

PS happy to chat         

newsenmark@gmail.com

I was hoping if there is a vaccination requirement for all passengers and crew things would be more relaxed in the wet areas.

I will be planning several cruises now that I am vaccinated. Being a guy that has been lifting/working out  all my life, I really need a good sauna/steam daily and enjoy it also pre dinner. I love the camaraderie of single sex facilities, and I have met some great men, had some great discussions. Taking my son on his first cruise.

Anyone feeling like chatting about the best facilities that they have experience, feel free to contact me.

Mark
newsenmark@gmail.com