When you’re on a cruise, sea days are a welcome break from hectic port days. It’s the perfect opportunity to slow down and unwind. The good news is- there are plenty of ways to relax on the cruise ship. Here’s how to fully enjoy your sea day so that you feel refreshed and ready for the next busy port day.
Order Room Service
Start your day off right by treating yourself to room service for breakfast. Indulge in a leisurely and relaxing morning with breakfast in bed. If you have a private balcony, enjoying breakfast there is always a treat. It’s much more peaceful than dealing with the buffet crowd.
Go to a Quieter Pool
Most cruise ships have several pools. Try to find a less crowded pool, such as the indoor pool or the adults-only pool. Once you’re there, grab a lounge chair, relax, and enjoy a good book.
Visit the Library
Visit the ship’s library for some peace and quiet during your sea day. It’s the perfect place on the cruise ship to unwind. Get comfortable in a cozy chair with a good book. If you don’t have one, you can borrow from the library.
Thermal Suite
Treat yourself to a relaxing spa day. If your cruise ship has it, buy a day pass to the thermal suite and enjoy a full day unwinding there. The thermal suite is a peaceful relaxation area within the spa, equipped with amenities like heated loungers, saunas, steam rooms, hydrotherapy pools, cold plunge pools, salt rooms, and more. It’s a luxurious and relaxing retreat.
Main Dining Room Lunch
Skip the buffet on sea days. It’s usually a madhouse. Instead, get away from the crowd and have a leisurely lunch in the main dining room. You’ll enjoy it much better than the buffet.
Take an Afternoon Nap
Nothing beats the relaxation of an afternoon nap. You can either head to your cabin for a snooze or find a quiet lounge to catch some Z’s. Another option is to check the promenade decks near the atrium level, where there are usually plenty of chairs for a nap.
Go to the Observatory
Most cruise ships have an observatory lounge in the front of the ship where you can enjoy panoramic views of the ocean. It’s usually a quiet and empty lounge, making it the perfect place to unwind during your sea day. Don’t forget to bring a good book – it’s the perfect spot to relax on sea days. Check out I’m Cheap, Here are 9 Things I Always Do to Save Money on a Cruise
Quiet Bar
Find a quiet, low-key bar on the cruise ship away from the crowd. Treat yourself to a cocktail as a perfect way to unwind during your day at sea. Check out 9 Common Money Mistakes You’ll Regret Making on Your Cruise
People Watch
Go to the atrium, grab a drink, and enjoy watching people. It’s a wonderful way to relax. Check out 9 Rookie Mistakes That Are Major Time Wasters on a Cruise
Cabana
Splurge on a private cabana on your sea day. You’ll enjoy a shaded private lounge space that typically comes with bar service, fruit plates, water, and meal service. On certain cruise ships, cabana packages include massages, champagne, and caviar. It’s truly the ultimate way to unwind during your day at sea. Check out 9 Things that are Worth Splurging on a Cruise
Take a Walk
Nothing is more relaxing than a leisurely walk while enjoying the beautiful ocean view. Head up to the cruise ship’s walking track, or if it’s full of joggers, find a less crowded outdoor promenade deck. Check out 13 Important Things to do ASAP on the First Day of Your Cruise