Hidden Places to Love on a Cruise Ship

If you are a creature of habit, chances are that when you sail aboard a Norwegian Cruise Line ship, you’ll settle into your own unique vacation rhythm within a day or so, discovering your favorite places, or sometimes following the crowd to favorite places onboard.

No doubt the casino, water parks, sports complex, and dining room are the most popular draws, and this all-in-one entertainment is a major appeal of the cruising lifestyle. However, there are also so many hidden delights on board. While they are not necessarily “secrets” they are the kind of special places that offer the perfect escape, as well as a little peace and quiet to enjoy a more intimate experience on board.

When you cruise Norwegian, you are bound to discover your favorite spots and rhythms, but here are some suggestions to include upon your treasure map.

1. Mandara Spa

Uma massagem com pedras quentes ou sauna no Mandara Spa pode ser exatamente o que você precisa para um relaxamento rápido. But the Spa Thermal Suite is a pure pleasure palace. Espreguiçadeiras aquecidas, uma sala de sal terapêutica isolada e piscinas de hidroterapia são apenas algumas das opções para cuidar de si mesmo e atingir o ápice da serenidade.

2. Swimming in Spice H20:

Bem-vindo a seu paraíso particular. Você não vai encontrar multidões enlouquecidas ou crianças agitadas aqui. O Spice H20 é o local de natação exclusivo somente para adultos da Norwegian, localizado no deck superior. Aconchegue-se em uma enorme espreguiçadeira e mergulhe em um livro delicioso. Share a cozy moment under a cascading waterfall or soak up the stunning ocean views.

3. The Haven

Todo viajante anseia um paraíso secreto e, por isso, a Norwegian criou The Haven , que oferece incríveis acomodações para os viajantes que buscam a experiência de luxo mais íntima e exclusiva. Sua suíte privativa inclui um deck isolado, piscina e lounge, acesso ao The Haven Restaurant e jantar privativo servido por um mordomo de plantão. Para a sua estadia, escolha entre a cabine Garden Villa com 3 dormitórios, a Owner's Suite com varanda grande, a Courtyard Penthouse e muitas outras opções.

For the more moderate-minded, Norwegian also offers cabins with private balconies – the perfect way to renew and recharge throughout the day. Another secret – and sometimes the easiest way to feel as though you have the entire ship to yourself: I like to select just one cruise port day on my cruise to stay on ship. Você verá que é como ter um parque de diversões gigante (quase!) todo para você!

4. The Library

Durante uma noite animada a bordo, faça esta experiência: saia do bar ou do cassino e entre na biblioteca. Aaaaaaaah! Em apenas cinco minutos, você encontrará acesso instantâneo à paz e ao silêncio. Sorry to blow the cover off this favorite hiding spot, but don't worry: The best things about Norwegian cruise ships are the variety of places to explore. Whether you want to dance until dawn or read by starlight, there's always a special place for everyone.

5. Dining Rooms & Restaurants

With Freestyle Cruising, there are no assigned times or seating arrangements for meals. It's up to you whether you choose to mingle in the main dining room or savor an intimate dinner in a specialty restaurant.

Le Bistro is the perfect place to commemorate a special occasion. Food is upscale French gourmet served in a sophisticated atmosphere. It's the perfect blend between the grand formal dress-up nights of the cruises of yesteryear with the laid-back luxury of Norwegian Freestyle cruises of today.

But if you are like me, maybe you tend to find your favorite thing on the menu, or your favorite restaurant or activity and passionately stick with it. As tempting as it may be to return to a proven delight, the best part of cruising is the extraordinary range of options to discover a secret pleasure you didn't even know you had.

NOTA DO EDITOR: esse artigo foi originalmente publicado em 20 de fevereiro de 2018. Ele foi atualizado para mostrar conteúdos e itinerários relacionados.