With longer work days and decreasing life–work balance, meeting planners are looking for ways to add healthy elements to their meetings and incentive programs. We know that cruise ships are great venues for group events for the obvious (or not so obvious) reasons – included a la carte meals, fabulous entertainment, kids programs, variety of onboard activities, dedicated conference facilities and complimentary AV equipment.

But here’s another great benefit that planners often overlook: Health & Wellness. Cruise ships offer world-class spas, spacious fitness centers with inspiring ocean views, and a variety of fitness classes and wellness programs to keep you and your attendees fit and healthy.

We were pleased to find out that one of Seasite’s cruise line partners – Carnival Cruise Lines – just received top honors for “Best Cruise Ship Spas” in American Spa Magazine’s annual Professional Choice Awards. The prestigious award, based on the results of an on-line reader poll, recognize spa industry leaders in more than 40 spa-related categories. American Spa readers recognized Carnival’s fleetwide “Spa Carnival” spas & fitness centers for their expansive, modern facilities, pampering spa treatments, state-of-the-art exercise equipment, and friendly service. We couldn’t agree more.

The epitome of a floating health club, Spa Carnival facilities are featured on all 22 of the line’s “Fun Ships” and range in size from 12,000 to nearly 24,000 square feet. The largest spa resort afloat is found on the cruise line’s newest ship, Carnival Dream.

The spacious Cloud 9 Spa facility features a thalassotherapy pool, indoor-outdoor treatment areas, an elaborate thermal suite, and 17 VIP treatment rooms, including two designated for couples only. Cloud 9 also features 65 exclusive spa staterooms offering unlimited access to the facility and a number of exclusive amenities.

Feeling stressed and need a mental break? Relax – meeting planners can take advantage of the spa facilities, too. How does an  Exotic Frangipani Body Nourish Wrap or Aroma Stone Massage sound right about now?

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