It’s safe to say that the objective of every vacation is to relax and recharge – and to make time for “me time.” And when it comes to wellness-focused luxury cruises – where every element of mindful wellness is addressed – no one does it better and more thoroughly than Crystal.
If you’re looking for retreat-style wellness experiences on a cruise ship or just looking for a voyage where you can unplug and pay attention to your overall health, the Crystal Symphony and Crystal Serenity are great places to start. Crystal’s holistic approach to well-being on board covers fitness programs, healthy cuisine, ample diversion to relax the mind, and a retreat-like atmosphere for anyone looking for relaxation and self-care.
Staying fit is more than easy
Crystal ships are equipped with a 24-hour, 3,000-square-foot fitness center that offers panoramic views of your surroundings. This large gym has state-of-the-art Technogym equipment, a weight room and an aerobics studio, with programs offering classes in yoga, mat Pilates and spinning. The fitness director is always there for you with advice and instruction.
Outer decks feature golf driving nets and a putting green, TaylorMade clubs to check out, and a qualified PGA golf pro on board for most cruises. You can also finish up your activity on the full-size paddle tennis and pickle ball court.
Take your focus inward
Remember the “me time”? You’ll find it at the Aurora Spa and get better acquainted with your natural self. Inspired by the Goddess of the Dawn, the Aurora Spa will leave you relaxed and refreshed – a peaceful haven outfitted with a comprehensive range of health and beauty services, including aesthetics, overseen by expert technicians and therapists.
Guests can enjoy luxuriant facials, medi-spa treatments such as Thermage, intravenous treatments to refresh inside and out and the therapeutic calming sensations of acupuncture. Numerous body treatments, including revitalizing Swedish massage and reflexology, while other wellness wonders include aromatherapy and aqua meditation. Afterward, the icing on the cake is time spent in the spa’s sauna and steam room.
Set your mind to other things
As with any wellness retreat vacation, diversion plays a huge part in soothing your state of mind. Augmenting this peace, both the Crystal Symphony and Crystal Serenity excel at providing a high quality of nightly entertainment throughout the ships. As well, guests will find plenty of opportunities for enrichment onboard and off.
Speaking of which, the places you visit on your cruise itinerary can also play a part, further advancing your wellness goals. Destinations noted for healthy cuisine such as the Mediterranean, healthful lifestyles like Scandinavia, or the longevity of their citizens like Greece or Japan – these are all planning factors to consider.
Find wellness custom-tailored options
The Tully Travel Designers can help steer you in the right direction, wherever you want to go in the world. When it comes to wellness cruise tours, they are experts in fine-tuning your experience with a planning process that puts wellness first. Wherever you are heading, with Crystal, you will feel so relaxed, you may never want to go home.
