sauna director

We're on New York harbor. So, we have our choice of cruise lines. We haven't sailed Carnival in years. But, tried the Venezia (fun Italian style). We also are considering Carnival again. They have improved! From the gym, in the locker room, they have a sauna and a stress reduction tub and rinse. All quite nice. Service, food and entertainment...all improved.

Enjoy! Just remember that there is also a small steam room in the locker room past the free weights.

Hey gang, we enjoyed the Venezia so much we are taking it again on April 5th! We live on New York harbor. So, we are aware of all the ships sailing from here. This winter, only Venezia and Maraviglia offer "free heat". MSC ("children under 12 sail free"). We have read many poor reviews about MSC. SO, Carnival wins. In May, Liberty OTS returns to Bayonne...still has "free heat". Also, Celebrity includes dry heat on all their older ships. ...not the Edge class. Happy sailing!

Not amplified yet...enjoy!

Right after Covid, we sailed on the oasis. The only thermal suite was $250 for our cruise. the few heated beds were always occupied and the sauna wasn't working. On the bottom of my receipt, it read "absolutely no refunds" Hey, RCL, bigger is not always better.

Great buffet. Small steam room off the weight room. and a pay single-sex thermal suite. Great service! Enjoy!

Scranton, Honesdale...my kind of people! My gang is originally from Carbondale & Forest City. Our last Venezia was 1/14. next is 4/5. It really is "the fun ship"!

No notice of any requirement. It's just outside the sauna. So, most of the gang drop the towels and take the plunge. When finished, the rinse shower is right there. In one of our ports, we had the MSC ship right next to us and, since the whirlpool tub has a wall of windows, there was a lot of conjecture as to whether the glass was tinted or not. lots a fun!

We did a B to B on the Emerald. Although the deck plan shows it free.......it is gone. They are using the original deck plans. FALSE ADVERTISING!

Different strokes for different folks...We have been sailing for quite some time and enjoy hearing about other persons experiences on different cruise lines and ships. Like everyone on C.C. the thirst for knowledge about which lines and ships are better for individuals...Of course, everyone is an expert...so, take what you hear with a grain of salt. For steam and sauna benefits, there is a (google) list on this topic back a few pages. Welcome to the boards!

We were on the Eurodam when it first came out. Took the spa tour and were told the benefits of there spa (only) AND the price. Then we went to the gym and spoke to the instructor and asked if they had any (free) steam or sauna. He said "yes...just down the hall". We went down the hall and there was a small opening with the sign "men". Inside was a shower, towels, a small bench and a sauna. I guess you might say it was "under advertised".

Our favorites were the Adventure OTS and the Liberty OTS. Liberty OTS returns to Bayonne in May. Anyone know if it will still have the same (free) amenities?

Usually, we wouldn't cruise Carnival. BUT the Venezia was kinda different. The locker room had 12 lockers stuffed into a corner and the only seat sat 2 and was in front of the lockers. (musical chairs?) The sauna was great...hot, hot, hot! And the whirlpool tub was very relaxing. Next to it was a rinse which featured various types of rinse. The spa has a labyrinth of electric doors. Once you get the hang of it, its' okay. A man on our cruise was blind and it was a problem for him...everyone pitched-in to help.

Happy new year, everybody! Safe sailing! We're on the Venezia on Jan. 14th. We have read mixed results.... Wish us luck!😁

Okay, so we see lines removing that "awful word" FREE from just about everything in favor of "kiddy land" rides and slides. RCL and Princess are in the process of eliminating.free saunas. Their excuse is that Covid 19 caused such losses that they need every dollar. Oh, by the way, have you followed their stocks? The big guys are back in the black. Relaxed cruising is being replaced by "thrill" rides. Those of us who have cruised for years to relax are not amused.