6 Essential Health And Wellbeing Tips Every Cruise Traveller Should Know
Health And Wellbeing Tips Every Cruise Traveller Should Know
Dave Leonard— The Huffington Post UK
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When you book a cruise holiday, you want to discover new places, breathe in fresh ocean air, enjoy nature at its most majestic, eat delicious meals and, of course, relax.
Viking Ocean Cruises can help you do just that, with an award-winning spa onboard as well as a fitness centre, two pools and a salon.
Viking is the first - and only - cruise ship with a snow grotto onboard. Part of the spa's thermal suite designed in the Nordic tradition, the icy room is kept below freezing and boasts falling snow flurries from the ceiling.
The cruise ship also has a main pool with retractable dome for swimming in rain or shine, as well as a sleek, glass-walled infinity pool (the first at sea).
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Those looking for some serious R&R can book one of over 30 spa treatments, like a Swedish deep tissue massage or Nordic hair ritual, and then unwind in the salt water filled thermal pool, steam room, therapeutic showers, hot tub or sauna. The spa also features plunge pools and heated ceramic loungers and for the brave, an ice-cold bucket dump.
There's also no better way to enjoy time away from daily stresses than by unwinding with a book - the library onboard has over 1,000 titles to choose from.
Don't miss these nine essential health and well-being tips that every cruise traveller should know.
Book your cruise before 30/06/2016 and save £500pp and take advantage of free gratuities at www.vikingoceancruises.co.uk or on 0800 014 7541.
6 Essential Health And Wellbeing Tips Every Cruise Traveller Should Know
Get mindful (01 of06)
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Mindfulness meditation - being aware in the present moment - can help lower stress and reduce anxiety and fatigue, among other benefits. There's no better time to start thinking about mindfulness than when you're on holiday and have some free time (you can then take the techniques home with you to practice in everyday life, anytime, anywhere). Yoga - which takes place on the upper decks of Viking Cruises ships - is a great way to focus the mind and boost concentration, and you can also practice mindfulness (and the breathing exercises that go along with it) when you take a relaxing dip in the pool or sit on your veranda, breathing in the fresh ocean air. (credit:JGI/Tom Grill via Getty Images)
Don't forget the sun cream(02 of06)
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Avoid the discomfort and sun damage that comes from being burned and always apply a sun screen with a high SPF (according to the NHS, a high factor like SPF 50 will offer the best protection). After taking a dip in the pool, you still need to reapply, even if you're sunscreen is labelled "water-resistant" - typically, you'll need to apply another layer after skin's been wet or sweaty for 40 minutes. (credit:Image Source via Getty Images)
Chill out in the snow grotto(03 of06)
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Based on the Finnish sauna ritual of rolling in the snow after a sauna, hot and cold rooms are a big feature aboard Viking Ocean Cruises, and the combination of hot and cold treatments can help clear the skin, soothe sore muscles, open up respiratory passages and calm the mind. The snow grotto is particularly noteworthy - it's the only one of its kind at sea. The -10 degree Celsius ice chamber is ideal for revving up your circulatory system as you enjoy the sensation of falling snow on your skin. (credit:Viking Cruises)
Don't forget the ginger(04 of06)
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Ginger has been used as a natural remedy to treat upset tummies and nausea for thousands of years, so if you're prone to getting a touch of the mal de mers, you'll want to make sure you have some ginger on hand. Ginger syrup, candies, capsules, biscuits and ginger ale can all help. Sea-Bands can also alleviate symptoms of nausea and dizziness. (credit:Brian Yarvin via Getty Images)
Drink up(05 of06)
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Water, that is. With free wine and beer offered with lunch and dinner, don't let yourself get dehydrated while cruising (or in the air en route to your cruising destination). It's also especially crucial to stay hydrated if you're prone to getting seasick. Water is also an essential companion on your free shore excursions, which can involve arduous treks or high-octane activities in the heat and sun. (credit:WLADIMIR BULGAR via Getty Images)
Enjoy a massage(06 of06)
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Everything from swollen feet to muscle cramps, dizziness to low energy levels can be affected by poor circulation. Get the blood going - and flowing! - by booking yourself in for a massage, which will not only make you feel more relaxed but can also help stimulate circulation and drain the lymphatic system. (credit:Yagi Studio via Getty Images)
Everything you need to enjoy yourself is included:
- Private veranda stateroom
- All meals on board in a variety of dining venues
- Complimentary wine, beer and soft drinks with lunch