Cenotediver Posted August 5, 2022 #1351 Share Posted August 5, 2022 On 8/1/2022 at 5:53 PM, waldorf said: We’re now going on Diamond next August, after having three cruises cancelled 😩. The spa area sounds very appealing, can’t wait. Hope y’all have a great time. Been on the Crown and the Diamond is same class. Great free steam and saunas in the mens locker rooms. Always a fun time enjoy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MCOguy Posted August 7, 2022 #1352 Share Posted August 7, 2022 Any else going on the Mariner Sept 24-29? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rag2 Posted August 8, 2022 #1353 Share Posted August 8, 2022 On 8/2/2022 at 10:49 AM, MichiganBound said: Anyone with firsthand experience in the NCL Epic men's Thermal Suite? I have read the database document and it appears it does have single-sex sauna and steam. In practice, how good is the set-up? Good for relaxation? I love the Thermal Suites on the Jewell class NCL ships. Excellent layout. Now looking to expand my horizons onto other NCL vessels that offer non-coed options. Any input from personal experience on the Epic would be appreciated. Yes, I’ve also been on NCL Epic. In the mens only area there really isn’t any lounge chairs just a steamroom, small sauna, and about four showers. Let me know if you have any other questions. Here’s a short YouTube video I found with the layout: 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rag2 Posted August 8, 2022 #1354 Share Posted August 8, 2022 On 8/7/2022 at 11:34 AM, MCOguy said: Any else going on the Mariner Sept 24-29? Oh man I’ll be on Mariner of the Seas Sept 11-19th, anyone else going to be on board? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alexdw Posted August 8, 2022 #1355 Share Posted August 8, 2022 3 hours ago, Rag2 said: Yes, I’ve also been on NCL Epic. In the mens only area there really isn’t any lounge chairs just a steamroom, small sauna, and about four showers. Let me know if you have any other questions. Here’s a short YouTube video I found with the layout: Is the men only area in the paid for spa area or in mens changing rooms that anyone can use? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rag2 Posted August 8, 2022 #1356 Share Posted August 8, 2022 2 hours ago, alexdw said: Is the men only area in the paid for spa area or in mens changing rooms that anyone can use? Yes, it’s only in the paid area. No free mens area 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
happytraveller Posted August 10, 2022 #1357 Share Posted August 10, 2022 Has anyone sailed on the Carnival Glory and Royal Princess? do either have free steamroom and sauna and if so are they single sex or coed? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
willcan Posted August 10, 2022 #1358 Share Posted August 10, 2022 There are so many ships listed in this thread. And with so many ships leaving the industry, refurbs, and new ships, it's hard to keep up. Just curious if we can compose a short list of fan favorites. Free or paid, single sex men's areas on currently sailing ships (2022). Favorites should have a great combination of amenities, layout and location. And should have a good balance of traffic. Not so busy that you can't have a conversation but not so quiet that you are alone much of the time. My hope is we can come up with the a few favorites. Top picks, that we can all explore someday. Happy sailing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alexdw Posted August 10, 2022 #1359 Share Posted August 10, 2022 38 minutes ago, willcan said: There are so many ships listed in this thread. And with so many ships leaving the industry, refurbs, and new ships, it's hard to keep up. Just curious if we can compose a short list of fan favorites. Free or paid, single sex men's areas on currently sailing ships (2022). Favorites should have a great combination of amenities, layout and location. And should have a good balance of traffic. Not so busy that you can't have a conversation but not so quiet that you are alone much of the time. My hope is we can come up with the a few favorites. Top picks, that we can all explore someday. Happy sailing. Emerald Princess has great free sauna and steam and in my experience has a good amount of traffic. HAL Koningsdam, Niew Statendam and Rotterdam as well as Cunard Queen Elizaberh and Victoria have a great free sauna in mens locker room with large qindow onto the ocean. Have found these ships all have a good social crowd especially mid to late afternoon. All Jewel class ships on NCL have a great mens only fee paying spa area which I feel is well worth the money, they also have a free steam room in mens gym locker room. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twodjs Posted August 10, 2022 #1360 Share Posted August 10, 2022 The HAL and NCL Jewel class ships have my vote, too. Haven't been on the others - adding them to my list. I've found the home port plays a part in the mix of passengers and the experience - San Diego is my favorite. Easy access from the west coast, a more easy-going vibe and itineraries that are not so port intensive. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
willcan Posted August 10, 2022 #1361 Share Posted August 10, 2022 2 hours ago, alexdw said: Emerald Princess has great free sauna and steam and in my experience has a good amount of traffic. HAL Koningsdam, Niew Statendam and Rotterdam as well as Cunard Queen Elizaberh and Victoria have a great free sauna in mens locker room with large qindow onto the ocean. Have found these ships all have a good social crowd especially mid to late afternoon. All Jewel class ships on NCL have a great mens only fee paying spa area which I feel is well worth the money, they also have a free steam room in mens gym locker room. Thanks for that great input. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
willcan Posted August 10, 2022 #1362 Share Posted August 10, 2022 On 8/7/2022 at 11:34 AM, MCOguy said: Any else going on the Mariner Sept 24-29? I'm on Mariner in October. It will be my first time. Would like to read your review when you get back. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
willcan Posted August 10, 2022 #1363 Share Posted August 10, 2022 1 hour ago, twodjs said: The HAL and NCL Jewel class ships have my vote, too. Haven't been on the others - adding them to my list. I've found the home port plays a part in the mix of passengers and the experience - San Diego is my favorite. Easy access from the west coast, a more easy-going vibe and itineraries that are not so port intensive. You're correct. The ports make a difference. Good point. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matty_Boy Posted August 15, 2022 #1364 Share Posted August 15, 2022 I am thinking of booking either Mariner or Independence for October. Do any guys 'let off steam' in the facilities here? I went on Ventura years ago and it was wild. Never been with Royal C before! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alexdw Posted August 15, 2022 #1365 Share Posted August 15, 2022 1 hour ago, Matty_Boy said: I am thinking of booking either Mariner or Independence for October. Do any guys 'let off steam' in the facilities here? I went on Ventura years ago and it was wild. Never been with Royal C before! I do, will only book a cruise that has a men only sauna and or steam. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greg1969 Posted August 16, 2022 #1366 Share Posted August 16, 2022 On 4/27/2022 at 12:44 AM, waldorf said: We’re trying our first Viking Ocean cruise in 2024, long time off, from Auckland to Bali. Looking forward to the spa area! Currently boycotting the ships with only coed spa facilities. You will love the spa facilities on Viking the male locker rooms have a great sauna and proper plunge pool. Not much room in the Sauna probably enough room for 6 guys. The main spa is co-ed but its great, a huge steam room and a fabulous spa bath, and do not forget the snow grotto. We have been on Viking Ocean now 4 times back on the Venus in September - our second trip on The Venus to Norway this year. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
st34 Posted August 17, 2022 #1367 Share Posted August 17, 2022 Open question, what is your favourite time of the day/evening to enjoy the steam or sauna on cruise ships? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alexdw Posted August 17, 2022 #1368 Share Posted August 17, 2022 18 minutes ago, st34 said: Open question, what is your favourite time of the day/evening to enjoy the steam or sauna on cruise ships? For me it is between 4 and 6 pm. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matty_Boy Posted August 18, 2022 #1369 Share Posted August 18, 2022 Anyone got any notes to give on the facilities onboard Carnival ships? I have heard that Royal Caribbean passengers seem to be a little older and more reserved. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tonygcharles Posted August 18, 2022 #1370 Share Posted August 18, 2022 Celebrity Reflection Was on her for the last 10 days Mediterranean from Rome Free Sauna in changing room was open Quite most of the time 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billybeachboy Posted August 18, 2022 #1371 Share Posted August 18, 2022 On 8/17/2022 at 8:55 PM, st34 said: Open question, what is your favourite time of the day/evening to enjoy the steam or sauna on cruise ships? For me it's usually between 4 & 7pm for a good 90 minute sweat. On sea days I'll usually pop in mid morning too Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
happytraveller Posted August 18, 2022 #1372 Share Posted August 18, 2022 I usually go to steam/sauna between 4-5.30 pm, usually a good time to go. Varied guys in there, all ages, shapes and sizes. Time for all nationalities to meet its great. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rkacruiser Posted August 18, 2022 #1373 Share Posted August 18, 2022 On sea days, I prefer early morning, soon after the spa opens. Or, early afternoon, around lunchtime when it is almost always going to be uncrowded. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
knagl Posted August 18, 2022 #1374 Share Posted August 18, 2022 7 hours ago, Matty_Boy said: Anyone got any notes to give on the facilities onboard Carnival ships? I have heard that Royal Caribbean passengers seem to be a little older and more reserved. The facilities vary significantly between Carnival ships. You'll want to check out the spreadsheet to see if the ship(s) you're interested in have the facilities you're looking for: Cruise ship steamroom/sauna info spreadsheet Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sailerjosh22 Posted August 21, 2022 #1375 Share Posted August 21, 2022 (edited) I have two cruises booked. Any likeminded friendly guys on this thread going? I purchased the thermal suite pass on the NCL Dawn. NCL Dawn Sept. 25, 2022 - British Isles Diamond Princess Apr. 20, 2023 - Japan Edited August 21, 2022 by sailerjosh22 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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