cabins. Some 65 percent of the cabins are
Ayurveda therapists pamper the guests
outside cabins, while most of them have
with body massages.
their own balconies. Apart from various
cabin categories, there are also 18 suites.
NAMASTE!
These are provided in the forward and aft
This floating fitness and wellness centre is
part of the ship on decks 6–9.
not exactly small either: there are 2,300
The ship has seven restaurants spe-
square metres of space here, offering just
cialising in different cuisines, and 11 bars
about everything to indulge the body and
that serve drinks, champagne and fine
soul. As soon as the guests enter the Body
wine. There is also a biking track found
& Soul Spa, they are immersed in a differ-
on deck 11. There is also a library, money
ent world: inspired by the sunrise, radiant
exchange centre, conference centre and a
colours – such as sunshine yellow and or-
casino onboard.
ange and – dominate the scene.
The new ship also contains a great
A passageway with Indian arches
deal of Oriental appeal and mystique. For
leads the guests to the treatment cabins
the first time ever, there is a wellness area
on the AIDAluna. Each of the 14 cabins
onboard with Indian design: the interior
is immersed in a different radiant colour,
is characterised by strong, sensuous col-
progressing in a glorious play of colours to
ours, classic sculptures and gleaming fab-
convey a feeling of the setting sun.
rics. Wooden façades with highly detailed
The central point of the spa area is,
finishing are reminiscent of Indian palac-
of course, the Wellness Oasis. Laid out like
es and temples.
an Indian jungle, it offers pure relaxation
Furthermore, the fitness and wellness
programmes are designed to blend with
with a giant Jacuzzi as well as the “ultimate shower experience”. ■
the theme of India: Indian yoga masters offer courses in yoga and meditation, while
SAMI J. ANTEROINEN
AIDALUNA – BY THE NUMBERS
Tonnage
Length overall
32.2 m
Number of decks
13
Draught
7.30 m
Deadweight
6,100 t
Engine Output
The three other club ships for AIDA Cruises
will be ready in spring 2010, 2011 and 2012.
252 m
Breadth moulded
AIDAluna is the third of six club ships for
AIDA Cruises.
69,200 gt
totally 36,000 kW (approx. 48,960 hp)
Propulsive Power
25,000 kW (approx. 36,000 hp)
Speed
22 kts
Passengers
2,050
Number of passenger cabins
1,025
Number of outside cabins
666
Number of inside cabins
359
Crew
approx. 650
Number of seats in Theatrium
approx.1,100
Number of restaurants
7
Number of bars/lounges
11
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