It’s been a hard year for many of us, what with the constant stress provided by work (deadlines, traffic), money (cost of living, entertainment) and general day-to-day occurrences.
If your mind is feeling heavy and your shoulders tense, it may be time for a relaxing spa experience. Call up your nearest spa and make a booking. Go ahead, make it a whole day thing – you deserve it. Hell, why not make it a whole weekend thing? You’ve earned it! Take a break from the fast-paced hubbub, the routine, the worry and hassle.
If you’re mulling it over, how about an article filled with some of the top luxury spas all over the world to motivate you?
Evian Resort: France
The epitome of relaxation, this place oozes well-being. It’s an enchanting scene – set between a lake and mountains in Evian, France. Visitors to the spa can expect to be pampered, with a variety of treatments in the spa’s treatment rooms where visitors can experience a hydrotherapy treatment and enjoy a relaxation lounge and a hairdressing salon. There are also wet and fitness areas which contain indoor and outdoor pools with a Jacuzzi, steam rooms, saunas and an exercise studio. The spa also offers sports activities, with gym classes and personal training available.
Blue Lagoon Geothermal Spa: Iceland
The Blue Lagoon is a very popular attraction in Iceland. This spa contains warm, mineral-rich waters, with temperatures ranging from 37 – 39 degrees Celsius. If you have any skin problems, this spa is the perfect place to be, as it is a research facility for skin ailments which works towards finding cures for problem-skin.
Amangiri Spa: USA
The spa inspires serenity and contains a water pavilion with a pool and a view of the desert. In winter, the pool is heated. A sauna and steam room is also available. The spa also offers a treatment room where guests can indulge in a steam shower and an outdoor ‘reflection’ pool.
There is a fitness centre, a yoga pavilion and a salon. So, guests are spoilt for choice while they enjoy the sweeping views of the desert.
Wickaninnish spa: Canada
This spa offers its guests multiple rejuvenating treatments, including anti-stress and anti-aging treatments, relaxing massages, stone therapy, reflexology and aromatherapy. They also offer a hot stone massage for two, so the spa could also turn into the perfect romantic getaway.
Hotel Regina Isabella: Italy
With over 60 treatment rooms, this gorgeous spa in Italy boasts natural thermal springs. Guests are spoilt for choice, as the spa contains saunas, customised geo-thermal pools and specialised treatments, including reflexology and massages.
So relax, take a deep breath and allow the thought of warm bubble baths, peels, massages and therapeutic experiences to wash over you. If you want to really get away from it all, ensure that you don’t take any technological gadgets with you – leave your mobile devices at home.
