New holistic spa concept aboard Cunard

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Cunard has confirmed that Mareel Wellness & Beauty – a new spa concept developed in partnership with wellness innovator Canyon Ranch – will be rolled out across its fleet. Mareel will launch exclusively on board the newly refurbished Queen Elizabeth this month, closely followed by Queen Victoria and on flagship liner Queen Mary 2 in November 2020. The new brand will offer a holistic approach with an extended spa treatment menu of mineral-rich seawater and marine-based experiences as well as a redesign of the entire spa facility. The new spa decor will bring to life the magic of the ocean in hues of blue, green and pale coral, creating a sanctuary of calm where guests can soak up the sea’s transformational energy. New offerings on Queen Elizabeth include:

• Couples suite for seaweed bathing rituals
• Meditation room with acoustic resonance loungers
• Redesigned multifunctional fitness center and studio space
• Sound therapy facilities in every treatment room

Meditation room with acoustic resonance loungers at newly launched Mareel Wellness & Beauty Spa on Cunard’s Queen Elizabeth The ‘Ocean Discovery’ will launch as the signature treatment featuring organic marine-based products from VOYA sustainably harvested in Western Ireland and designed to replenish and nourish the skin and body. An entire range of ocean inspired massage, body and alternative treatments will also launch and will complement the aqua therapy centre harnessing the healing power of water. Treatment highlights include:

• Taste the Ocean Full Body Experience
• Organic Seaweed Leaf Wrap
• Luminescence Massage
• Age-Defying Restorative Facial

In addition, a new range of luxury products will be introduced, all selected to offer socially responsible production techniques with organic ingredients that are sustainably harvested, wild-picked, biodynamic and toxin-free including Red Flower, Shankara and Environ. Mareel will also feature enhanced wellness experiences across the ship’s daily activity program including stretch and daily meditation videos shown on stateroom TVs, wellness seminars, and outdoor dance and yoga classes. “Cunard’s first-ever, uniquely conceived spa concept will offer our discerning guests a new level of luxury wellness at sea – only on Cunard,” said Josh Leibowitz, SVP Cunard North America. The new Mareel Wellness & Beauty experience is just one of the many enhancements on Queen Elizabeth during a two-week dry dock in Brest, France this past November. In addition to the new spa, many public spaces, bars and lounges have been updated and all Grill Suites and Britannia Staterooms have new carpets and soft furnishings. The Royal Court Theater had a complete technical overhaul; the Royal Arcade has been enhanced to offer an elevated shopping experience; and the outdoor decks have new furniture with a new layout on the Sun Deck. Queen Elizabeth will embark on a banner year in 2019, setting sail on 3 January from Southampton to Australia via Cape Town, South Africa, then travel to Japan for April voyages exploring the cultural delights of the islands. On 5 May, she will start a transpacific voyage to relocate to Alaska for a maiden season until 30 June, 2019. Queen Elizabeth will then sail down the West Coast of the U.S. with a rare overnight stay in Los Angeles on July Fourth, and then head back to Southampton via the Panama Canal. Spa treatments and services may be pre-booked by all guests approximately 60 days prior to sailing. Last reservation can be placed seven days prior to sailing. Guests may pre-book services by contacting Canyon Ranch by email at spaclubatsea@canyonranch.com. Lead image: Mareel’s redesigned hydro-pool on newly-refurbished Queen Elizabeth

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