Emerald princess Sanctuary

[tourismtessy]

Does the Emerald Princess have the sanctuary and if so how much is it for half a day? 

[sato]

Emerald does have The Sanctuary, and last year it was $20 per person per half day.

[SeaMystique]

I’d do this for the Thermal Suite alone. What else does the $20 get you? Dedicated outdoor area? Or just a lounge with coffee/tea/ice water?

[reedprincess]

12 minutes ago, SeaMystique said:

I’d do this for the Thermal Suite alone. What else does the $20 get you? Dedicated outdoor area? Or just a lounge with coffee/tea/ice water?

The Thermal Suite is not remotely a part of the Sanctuary. 2 entirely different spaces.

 

Thermal Suite is part of the Lotus Spa. Sauna, steam, heated tile loungers. That's it. Definitely tour it before purchasing. (Unless you're in a suite, where it's included).

 

Sanctuary is an upper deck space. Adult only. Quiet.  Dedicated lounger for your half or full day. Dedicated deck attendants.  

Afternoon Tea served during afternoon session. Small dedicated food menu (at extra charge) for Sanctuary only.  Fruit and cucumber flavored water by the glass (included).

It's essentially a quiet lounging space.

[SeaMystique]

Thanks for the info, reedprincess. Lotus Spa seems more my speed.

[reedprincess]

7 minutes ago, SeaMystique said:

Thanks for the info, reedprincess. Lotus Spa seems more my speed.

Definitely tour the Thermal Suite before buying it. It's kinda dark and such. Not my cup of tea on Grand/Gem class ships.  Too dark and somewhat cramped feeling for my preference...  It's also more than $20! YMMV.

 

The Enclave, however, on Royal class and newer ships, much more enjoyable, to me . Large hydro pool, better and more varies steam and sauna, aqua beds, various types of rain showers (a Siberian shower after the haman is delightfully refreshing), etc.   

 

Edited May 19 by reedprincess

[Treasure Hunter]

Don’t dismiss the Sanctuary without trying it once. It’s really wonderful. Best view on the ship. Staff really pampers( hot chocolate and blanked in cool weather). They will also bring you burgers, hot dogs, pizza if you prefer it to the spa menu ( really quite good). The afternoon tea served at 3:00 and included is stellar with mini sandwiches, scones, cream, etc. ) and no one can sit on your lounge or take it away from you. There are also fabulous cabanas with tv and refrigerator ( includes m and m candies) for an up charge. Although I know people have gotten those through the casino. It’s a real first class experience 

[sksadams]

Does anybody have any information about the spa cabanas in the sanctuary?