The pool itself, boasting underwater benches and numerous jets, fountains and showers set on timers, was surrounded by several seating options. There were alcoves where couples could recline as well as numerous heated ceramic-tiled loungers. After staking our spot on a couple of these body-melting couches, we spent the next few hours ranging between them, the pool and the different hot and cold features.

The hammam offered a Turkish-style steam bath with infused aromas to enhance well-being. The Roman-inspired Laconium (a heated dry chamber with infused aromas) is intended to help with detoxification and purification of the body and is set at a toasty 122 to 140 degrees Fahrenheit. A warm, light-steam chamber, the Caldarium also features infused aromas and, like the hammam, hovers between 104 and 122 degrees. Relief from the heat came in the form of four different shower options, from the Siberian, an invigorating 68-degree mist with a refreshing aroma, to the 100-degree Tropical. Our pass permitted us to come and go from the Enclave throughout the entire day, but we found just one session left us as relaxed and soothed as we could wish.

We certainly only scratched the surface of Lotus Spa’s offerings. A full-time practitioner with a doctorate in Chinese medicine provides acupuncture treatments, cupping, herbal consultations and Eastern nutritional counseling. The salon offers a full menu of nail-, hair- and skin-care services and even teeth-whitening, while gentlemen can enjoy a classic shave; facial; and a face, scalp, arm and hand massage. In addition to massages, the spa treatments include wraps, scrubs and Elemis facials. There’s even a unique range of skin and body treatments just for kids and teens.

I was delighted to find this cruise, bookended as it was by two restorative experiences in Lotus Spa, provided the perfect recipe for relaxation and rejuvenation.