{"id":34300,"date":"2015-05-11T10:28:12","date_gmt":"2015-05-11T15:28:12","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/?p=34300"},"modified":"2018-03-01T11:26:17","modified_gmt":"2018-03-01T17:26:17","slug":"10-things-you-didnt-know-you-could-do-on-a-cruise","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/2015\/05\/10-things-you-didnt-know-you-could-do-on-a-cruise\/","title":{"rendered":"10 things you didn&#8217;t know you could do on a cruise"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Ships with heated pools, swim-up bars, and exercise rooms just aren\u2019t going to cut it anymore. The <a href=\"http:\/\/cruises.orbitz.com\/?cm_mmc=Display-_-ORB-HP_Header-_-20140418-Cruise_Header-_-NA\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">cruise vessels<\/a> of today offer hundreds of amenities\u2026and most of them are pretty darn cool. From pulse-racing performances to some serious pampering, these awesome features may sound <em>a little<\/em> overboard on a cruise, but we don\u2019t hear anyone complaining.<\/p>\n<p><strong>1. A Recumbent Bike Track<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>New to the <a href=\"http:\/\/cruises.orbitz.com\/promotion\/carnival-cruises.do?cm_mmc=Link-_-ORB-Blog-_-20150501-_-10_Awesome_Cruise_Ship_Amenities_CCL\">Carnival<\/a> fleet is the <em>Carnival Vista, <\/em>which touts all sorts of daring, first-at-sea activities, like <strong>SkyRide. <\/strong>What\u2019s that, you ask? Oh, just a hanging recumbent bike track a whopping 150 feet above sea.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/05\/CCL_1.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-34350 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/05\/CCL_1-600x304.jpg\" alt=\"CCL_1\" width=\"700\" height=\"355\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/05\/CCL_1-600x304.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/05\/CCL_1-300x152.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/05\/CCL_1-400x203.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/05\/CCL_1.jpg 670w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>2. <strong>An IMAX Theater<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>If recumbent bikes aren\u2019t really your thing, you can still get your adrenaline pumping aboard <em><a href=\"http:\/\/cruises.orbitz.com\/shipdetail.do?c=1&amp;v=930\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Carnival<\/a> Vista. <\/em>That\u2019s because the ship also offers an <strong>IMAX theater<\/strong>, allowing you to enjoy first-run blockbusters, recent hits, and IMAX shorts in larger-than-life format.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/05\/CCL_2.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-34351\" src=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/05\/CCL_2-600x304.jpg\" alt=\"CCL_2\" width=\"700\" height=\"355\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/05\/CCL_2-600x304.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/05\/CCL_2-300x152.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/05\/CCL_2-400x203.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/05\/CCL_2.jpg 670w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>3. <strong>A Half-Acre of Real Grass<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Aboard <a href=\"http:\/\/cruises.orbitz.com\/promotion\/celebrity-cruises.do?cm_mmc=Link-_-ORB-Blog-_-20150501-_-10_Awesome_Cruise_Ship_Amenities_CEL\">Celebrity\u2019s<\/a> Solstice Class ships, the grass is always greener. No \u2013 seriously. On the highest deck of the ships, you can find the first<strong> half-acre of real grass <\/strong>ever grown at sea. It\u2019s the perfect spot to enjoy casual drinks and watch a sun set over the horizon (all while enjoyingtunes by a live guitarist).<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/05\/CHA_1.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-34353\" src=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/05\/CHA_1-600x304.jpg\" alt=\"CHA_1\" width=\"700\" height=\"355\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/05\/CHA_1-600x304.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/05\/CHA_1-300x152.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/05\/CHA_1-400x203.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/05\/CHA_1.jpg 670w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>4. <strong>A Planetarium<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>In the middle of an ocean, you\u2019d kind of expect stellar views of the night sky, right? Well, aboard <a href=\"http:\/\/cruises.orbitz.com\/promotion\/cunard-cruises.do?cm_mmc=Link-_-ORB-Blog-_-20150501-_-10_Awesome_Cruise_Ship_Amenities_CUN\">Cunard\u2019s<\/a> <em>Queen Mary 2, <\/em>you\u2019ll get that and way more. It\u2019s the only ship to host <strong>a planetarium<\/strong> at sea, taking you on virtual tours to outer space and journeys to the moon (along with other exciting destinations).<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/05\/CUN_1.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-34354\" src=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/05\/CUN_1-600x304.jpg\" alt=\"CUN_1\" width=\"700\" height=\"355\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/05\/CUN_1-600x304.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/05\/CUN_1-300x152.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/05\/CUN_1-400x203.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/05\/CUN_1.jpg 670w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>5. <strong>A Water Coaster<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Leave it to <a href=\"http:\/\/cruises.orbitz.com\/promotion\/disney-cruises.do?cm_mmc=Link-_-ORB-Blog-_-20150501-_-10_Awesome_Cruise_Ship_Amenities_DIS\">Disney<\/a> to imagine the first water coaster ever at sea! Climb aboard the <em>Disney Dream<\/em>, and you can enjoy the ride of your life on <strong>the AquaDuck<\/strong>. This elevated water coaster will have you whooshing through 765 feet of acrylic tube, down the span of 4 decks, and gives you beautiful views of the ocean\u2026if you\u2019re brave enough to keep your eyes open.<\/p>\n<p>6. <strong>An Ice Bar<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Looking for a place to chill at sea? Head to the <strong>SVEDKA and Inniskillin Ice Bar<\/strong> aboard &lt;ahref=&#8221;http:\/\/cruises.orbitz.com\/promotion\/norwegian-cruises.do?cm_mmc=Link-_-ORB-Blog-_-20150501-_-10_Awesome_Cruise_Ship_Amenities_NCL&#8221;&gt;Norwegian\u2019s <em>Epic, Breakaway,<\/em> and <em>Getaway<\/em> ships. As you might infer from the name, this bar is made entirely of ice \u2013 ice glasses, ice seating, you get the idea \u2013 and is kept at an arctic 17 degrees Fahrenheit.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/05\/NCL_01.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-34355\" src=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/05\/NCL_01-600x304.jpg\" alt=\"NCL_01\" width=\"700\" height=\"355\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/05\/NCL_01-600x304.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/05\/NCL_01-300x152.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/05\/NCL_01-400x203.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/05\/NCL_01.jpg 670w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/a><strong><br \/>\n7. A Skydiving Simulator<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>For pulse-racing, adrenaline-rushing fun, try soaring 10,000 feet in the air\u2026on a cruise ship. Available on <a href=\"http:\/\/cruises.orbitz.com\/shipdetail.do?c=44&amp;v=860\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">RoyalCaribbean<\/a>\u2019s <em>Quantum of the Seas,<\/em> <strong>RipCord by iFly<\/strong> allows you to experience the thrill of skydiving without jumping out of a plane.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/05\/RCI_01.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-34356\" src=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/05\/RCI_01-600x304.jpg\" alt=\"RCI_01\" width=\"700\" height=\"355\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/05\/RCI_01-600x304.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/05\/RCI_01-300x152.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/05\/RCI_01-400x203.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/05\/RCI_01.jpg 670w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/a><br \/>\n8. <strong>A Magic Show with Dinner<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>You may not believe your eyes when you get aboard <a href=\"http:\/\/cruises.orbitz.com\/promotion\/norwegian-getaway-cruises.do\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Norwegian<\/a>\u2019s <em>Getaway<\/em>. Besides cool features like the Ice Bar (above) and a Ropes Course (which includes a zip track), the ship also boasts the <strong>Illusionarium<\/strong>, a mesmerizing dome venue with fine dining and jaw-dropping magic shows.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/05\/NCL_02.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-34357\" src=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/05\/NCL_02-600x304.jpg\" alt=\"NCL_02\" width=\"700\" height=\"355\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/05\/NCL_02-600x304.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/05\/NCL_02-300x152.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/05\/NCL_02-400x203.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/05\/NCL_02.jpg 670w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/a><strong><br \/>\n9. A Bumper Cars Pavilion<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Located aboard <a href=\"http:\/\/cruises.orbitz.com\/shipdetail.do?c=44&amp;v=860\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Royal Caribbean<\/a>\u2019s <em>Quantum of the Seas<\/em> is <strong>SeaPlex<\/strong>, is a cavernous space where passengers can enjoy a plethora of activities including roller skating, basketball, trapeze lessons, and bumper cars.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/05\/RCI_02.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-34358 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/05\/RCI_02-600x304.jpg\" alt=\"RCI_02\" width=\"700\" height=\"355\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/05\/RCI_02-600x304.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/05\/RCI_02-300x152.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/05\/RCI_02-400x203.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/05\/RCI_02.jpg 670w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/a><br \/>\n10. <strong>A Personal Butler<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Admit it \u2013 you\u2019d so love to cruise with a personal butler. And, if you sail with on a <a href=\"http:\/\/cruises.orbitz.com\/promotion\/silversea-cruises.do?cm_mmc=Link-_-ORB-Blog-_-20150501-_-10_Awesome_Cruise_Ship_Amenities_SIL\">Silversea<\/a> luxury cruise ship, you can enjoy one around the clock. Prepare to have your clothes hanged, your ice bucket refreshed, your bed turned down, and your dinner reservations made by the <strong>Butler Service<\/strong> that\u2019s offered to each guest.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/05\/SIL_01.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-34359\" src=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/05\/SIL_01-600x304.jpg\" alt=\"SIL_01\" width=\"700\" height=\"355\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/05\/SIL_01-600x304.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/05\/SIL_01-300x152.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/05\/SIL_01-400x203.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/05\/SIL_01.jpg 670w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Read to get on board? Find your next sailing adventure at <a href=\"http:\/\/cruises.orbitz.com\/?cm_mmc=Link-_-ORB-Blog-_-20150502-_-10_Awesome_Cruise_Ship_Amenities_HP\">Orbitz Cruises<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/psi?force=rewards\/&amp;GCID=78142\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-34233\" src=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/04\/blogCTA.ORB_Rewards_GetItUseIt_onad_500x150_20150424.jpg\" alt=\"blogCTA.ORB_Rewards_GetItUseIt_onad_500x150_20150424\" width=\"500\" height=\"150\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/04\/blogCTA.ORB_Rewards_GetItUseIt_onad_500x150_20150424.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/04\/blogCTA.ORB_Rewards_GetItUseIt_onad_500x150_20150424-300x90.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/04\/blogCTA.ORB_Rewards_GetItUseIt_onad_500x150_20150424-400x120.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"nc_pixel\" src=\"https:\/\/pixel.newscred.com\/px.gif?key=YXJ0aWNsZT1jZDE2Y2UyYzQ4MTc1ZDViM2U0NDE0NzQ1NTJjOGUyNA==\" alt=\"\" width=\"1\" height=\"1\" \/><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Surfing, a water coaster, bumper cars? 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