Spa - what do you recommend having done for yourself ?

[DreadPirateRobert]

Ms Bird,

Don't get the idea that the spa staff are constantly in your face. From what my wife says they will provide ample opportunities to purchase the products they use on you during your session there. My wife has a pretty low tolerance for upselling and while they reach her threshold of annoyance it doesn't stop her from having a good time, or from going back again, and again.

Thanks for the "props" No telling where I was when you were looking for a husband

My theory has always been you can't expect them to act like a princess if you don't treat 'em that way.

Cheers!

 

Windjammer Fantome May 1988 ?

Elation Sept 2001

Voyager of the Seas May 2002

Celebration July 2002

Jubilee Sept 2002

Destiny June 2003

Jubilee Sept 2003

[kc320]

Last year when I was on the Glory I had the fragpani(sp) scalp, neck & shoulder massage. It was heaven! I think it was only about $30-$40 including tip and she didn't try to sell me anything. Later in the week they had a spa sampler 3 services for $50. I had a scalp massage, facial & repolish on my nails. I didn't care for the facial, my face felt oily instead of clean, but the scalp massage was nice. She showed me a brochure & circled the products she had used. I just took the book & said I'd think about it, no real pressure then either. Maybe the spa services are beginning to realize what a turn off the high pressure is.

 

Sovereign Again

Halloween on the Serenade

[Tom-n-Cheryl]

On the Glory in March I decided to let the girl know up front that I too was in that line of work (esthetician) and already had all kinds of products for facials and such. That didn't stop the sales pitch, that girl was GOOD lol. She tried to sell me $700 worth of products, but said I could "get away" with just the circled items which came to only $400. I tried to give her back her clipboard twice..lol, she just didn't want to give up. I then had to get a little serious with a smile on my face and said "as I told you, I am not buying any products". That finally worked! I saw someone post once that they start out the service by telling them that their tip depends on them not trying to sell them products. I will tip anyway, and I've never had a bad facial or pedicure on a ship. But I really don't like the ending when the sales pitch begins! Does anyone know if they are paid a commission on the sales?

 

until my next spa experience lol

 

cheryl

 

Sensation - July 1st, 2004

 

Legend - THANKSGIVING - Nov. 19th, 2004

 

Miracle Spring Break, March 20th, 2005

 

 

 

MIRACLE.......3/05

LEGEND.......11/04

SENSATION.....7/04

GLORY.........3/04

SENSATION.....1/04

SENSATION....10/03

GLORY.........7/03

SENSATION.....7/03

INSPIRATION..11/02

PRIDE.........7/02

FANTASY......10/01

FANTASY......10/00

FANTASY.......8/00

SENSATION.....6/00

DOLPHIN IV....3/00

FANTASY.......9/99

 

[thebird]

Cheryl, THAT'S IT!!!

I don't know why I didn't think of that, considering I have done it many times in the past.

 

Pirate,

"If you treat her like a thoroughbred, she won't be a nag!"

 

I LIKE YOUR STYLE!!! (think you could come over and give my DEAR husband a few lessons??)

 

Sensation 5/15/2004

[L2J]

The works!!

 

Liv...Winds are 15 knots and holding....the whole world is a drop zone!

 

 

 

 

NCL Sky 2/02

[DreadPirateRobert]

I don't know this for fact but am guessing that the ladies who work in the spa receive a minimum salary and rely heavily on sales commissions. I'm certain they aren't Carnival employees but work for the company which has the concession.

$700 eh? That is ambitious. I think my DW usually averages about $150.

 

Windjammer Fantome May 1988 ?

Elation Sept 2001

Voyager of the Seas May 2002

Celebration July 2002

Jubilee Sept 2002

Destiny June 2003

Jubilee Sept 2003

[L2J]

Lather me up and rub me down

 

Liv...Winds are 15 knots and holding....the whole world is a drop zone!

 

 

 

 

NCL Sky 2/02

[DreadPirateRobert]

Well I'd probably teach him some bad habit's too.

My wife gets the credit for my rehabilitation I'll bet you can figure out a way to get what you want too

 

Windjammer Fantome May 1988 ?

Elation Sept 2001

Voyager of the Seas May 2002

Celebration July 2002

Jubilee Sept 2002

Destiny June 2003

Jubilee Sept 2003

[thebird]

Pirate,

I think I already have!!!

But, HEY, IF YOU'RE GONNA DREAM, WHY NOT DREAM BIG!!!

 

LIV,

YER KILLIN ME!!!

 

Sensation 5/15/2004

[thebird]

LIV,

 

Can I WAX you while we're at it???

 

Sensation 5/15/2004

[ChardonnayKJ]

OK, tongue in cheek here, are the sales people like the ones at the car wash? You drove in wanting a car wash and they get credit for whatever else you sign up for or buy? I really want to try the hot stone treatment does anyone know about it?

 

6/27 Conquest let's party!

[lisacas1]

OK, tongue in cheek here, are the sales people like the ones at the car wash? You drove in wanting a car wash and they get credit for whatever else you sign up for or buy? I really want to try the hot stone treatment does anyone know about it?

 

6/27 Conquest let's party!

 

I heard about the hot stone treatment that sometimes you may get burned since the stones are so hot.

[mp cruiser]

Elemis Aromapure Facial $109.00

 

Elemis Aromapure Time for Men Facial $109.00

 

La Therapie Back Treatment $109.00

 

La Therapie Hydralift Facial $109.00

 

**La Therapie Intensif Vitamin Anti-Oxidant Treatment $30.00

 

(Add only to the La Therapie Hydra Lift Facial)

 

**La Therapie Intensif Age Zone Treatment $30.00

 

(Add any 2 treatments to the La Therapie Hydra Lift Facial)

 

**Hydra Lip Intensif (Add On Only)

 

**Intensif Eye Treatment (Add On Only)

 

**Hyrda Neck Intensif (Add On Only)

 

**Hydra Peel Hand Treatment (Add On Only)

 

BODY

 

Swedish Massage (25 min) $72.00

 

Swedish Massage (50 min) $109.00

 

Elemis Absolute Face & Body Treatment $176.00

 

Couples Massage $242.00

 

The Spa Taster $109.00

 

**Reflexology $109.00

 

** Japanese Shiatsu Body Massage $109.00

 

** Deep Tissue Sports Therapy Massage $116.00

 

Body Glisten Granule Rub with Well Being Back Massage $141.00

 

Body Glisten Granule Rub with Well Being Massage $178.00

 

Elemis Total Glow Tanning Treatment $141.00

 

Elemis Aroma Stone Therapy $175.00

 

Deck Massage (chair) 15 min $15.00

 

Deck Massage (table) 25 min $72.00

[mp cruiser]

EXOTICS

 

**Aromaspa Ocean Wrap $127.00

 

Aromaspa Ocean - Wrap & Well Being Massage $228.00

 

Aromaspa Ocean - Wrap & Well Being Back Massage $176.00

 

Ionithermie Algae Detox $132.00

 

Ionithermie Algae Detox (course of three) $330.00

 

**Float (add) $15.00

 

FITNESS

 

Lifestyle enhancement consultation with program

 

Personal Training (1 hour) $75.00

 

Personal Training (Course of three) $191.00

 

**Pilate's Training (1 hour) $75.00

 

**Zone Diet Training (1 hour) $75.00

 

Body Composition Analysis $30.00

 

Pilate's Class $10.00

 

Yoga Class $10.00

 

Kick Boxing Class $10.00

 

Cycling Class $10.00

 

**Chakra Balancing Capsule (25 min) $45.00

 

**Chakra Balancing Capsule (50 Min) $60.00

 

Water Rituals

 

**Bathing Ritual $32.00

 

When canceling appointments, please give 24 hours notice to avoid a cancellation fee of up to 50% of your service(s).

[CGAGE]

I absolutely love the Frangipanni treatment. I'm not sure I'm spelling it right, but if you look at the menu or ask for the "innexpensive scalp treatment" they should mention something that sounds like the word I spelled in the first line! :D

It costs less than $30 without tip and is something I indulge in, if it's available, on every cruise I go on. They use essential oils and rub them into your scalp and then use the Elemis milk lotion to give you a neck and shoulder massage with it. I'm telling you it's the best!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I usually try to schedule in the morning on a sea day and then leave the oils in my hair with a hat on out by the pool. It's so relaxing and the best part is it doesn't cost very much! My husband has even had it done and he loved it as well.

I hope my next cruise offers it...I'll be on it this time next week!

Happy cruising to all! :)