Linda the Book Lover Posted October 21, 2014 #1 Share Posted October 21, 2014 I, Linda the Book Lover admit to my addiction to the spa pass. I finally convinved my DH to join me on the Pearl and now he is addicted to the relaxation of the spa area. I tried going back through the threads to get the short take on the spa amenities or lack of in comparison to the Pearl and Epic. The Pearl is where I was lost in bliss in the spa and did not wish to be found..;) We are thinking of getting passes for our upcoming cruise (only 5 days) but I wanted an overview. The DH is in love with the lap pool. The size looks small from the picture. Also are people just standing there in the water or can you comfortably swim laps? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Old & Retired Posted October 21, 2014 #2 Share Posted October 21, 2014 I, Linda the Book Lover admit to my addiction to the spa pass. I finally convinved my DH to join me on the Pearl and now he is addicted to the relaxation of the spa area. I tried going back through the threads to get the short take on the spa amenities or lack of in comparison to the Pearl and Epic. The Pearl is where I was lost in bliss in the spa and did not wish to be found..;) We are thinking of getting passes for our upcoming cruise (only 5 days) but I wanted an overview. The DH is in love with the lap pool. The size looks small from the picture. Also are people just standing there in the water or can you comfortably swim laps? Star spa and Pearl spa are similar. Both very nice. You can swim laps in the pool. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Linda the Book Lover Posted October 21, 2014 Author #3 Share Posted October 21, 2014 Star spa and Pearl spa are similar. Both very nice. You can swim laps in the pool. Thanks Old and Retired. We are "old and retired" literally and will enjoy the spa. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Planmaam Posted October 21, 2014 #4 Share Posted October 21, 2014 Linda, I found the two spas quite different. I love the spa on the Pearl, but the one on the Star is different. The Star's hot tub (about 10' x 10') has the reclining area, and the lap pool is quite cool and has salt water. I only ever saw one person in it swimming. We still got the spa pass and enjoyed the spa. We didn't like that the relaxation areas outside the "co-ed" area were also "co-ed". There was not a female- or male-only relaxation area. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Linda the Book Lover Posted October 22, 2014 Author #5 Share Posted October 22, 2014 Wendy, Thanks for the heads up on the spa areas. Does the Star have ceramic recliners like the Pearl? We enjoyed reclining on the chaises anad reading our Kindles. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare melodyesch Posted October 23, 2014 #6 Share Posted October 23, 2014 I'll be watching for additional answers on this thread. Thanks for starting it. We are on the Star in May. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Planmaam Posted October 23, 2014 #7 Share Posted October 23, 2014 Yes, it does have the heated loungers, but they are not facing the windows; they are perpendicular to it. There are the chaises and lounge chairs with footstools that are facing the windows. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
valleyvillage Posted October 23, 2014 #8 Share Posted October 23, 2014 (edited) Star does not have the heated ceramic chaises longues, but they do have the regular kind. It's a lovely view of the wake! In the male wet area there is a great pair of hot and cold plunges, showers, sauna and steam. Of course, this was about 5 years ago, so you never know! But I really do enjoy the area, very relaxing. Well, see! There you go. Since our last sailing they have heated the loungers and turned them! Edited October 23, 2014 by valleyvillage News about heated loungers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Planmaam Posted October 23, 2014 #9 Share Posted October 23, 2014 You're right, VV; I had it confused with another one! Can't keep them all straight. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Linda the Book Lover Posted October 23, 2014 Author #10 Share Posted October 23, 2014 planma'am, that's ok we all have our cruise memory moments. I think you love the Pearl so much you thought about her spa which is exactly as you described. I love her too! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dalgirl Posted October 23, 2014 #11 Share Posted October 23, 2014 We will be on the Star next Sept. and I am so happy they have a real spa - miss that on the Sun (sailing again Jan 2016). I am also addicted to the spa pass for the week - it keeps me going with all the sightseeing we do. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WyomingCruiser Posted October 24, 2014 #12 Share Posted October 24, 2014 We were on the Star in July. There is a small pool, a hot tub, and a thermal pool with recliners (our favorite!). The loungers face the windows; great view from back of the ship. There are also two side rooms with cushioned chairs, which is great for reading... Sent from my iPhone using Forums mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Linda the Book Lover Posted October 24, 2014 Author #13 Share Posted October 24, 2014 [ATTACH]328890[/ATTACH][ATTACH]328891[/ATTACH][ATTACH]328892[/ATTACH][ATTACH]328893[/ATTACH][ATTACH]328894[/ATTACH] We were on the Star in July. There is a small pool, a hot tub, and a thermal pool with recliners (our favorite!). The loungers face the windows; great view from back of the ship. There are also two side rooms with cushioned chairs, which is great for reading... Sent from my iPhone using Forums mobile app Thanks for the pictures! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dalgirl Posted October 26, 2014 #14 Share Posted October 26, 2014 Yes, thanks so much for the pictures, I wonder if the refurbishment they plan will include changes to the spa? We will see. Sent from my SM-T230NU using Forums mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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