Author: TheSpaTraveller

How to be spa savvy “A good spa experience is more than just the treatment, it’s the whole encounter from when you arrive to when you leave,” said Janet Brice Content Director of Spa Traveller Wellness. Her three top tips for making the most of your spa experience are: 1. Arrive early, by at least an hour before your treatment, to unwind and enjoy the steam and sauna facilities BEFORE your massage as this helps the muscles to relax. 2. Take along two swim suits as you may want to change from a one-piece into a bikini for your…

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A-Z of spa treatments Before booking your next treatment, check out our guide below to ensure your next massage is right for you Search A-Z of spa treatments Search Abyhanga Gentle, rhythmic ayurvedic massage in which therapists work warm oil into the body to help enhance the immune system and encourage the removal of toxins. Acupressure Application of fingertip [and sometimes palm, elbow, knee and foot] pressure on the body’s acupoints to improve the flow of qi throughout the body, release muscle tension and promote healing. Acupunture Ancient Chinese healing technique in which fine needles are inserted into acupoints along the body’s…

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Target your treatment A hidden gem in the heart of Cyprus Ayii Anargyri taps into a natural spring which the spa has harnessed to establish a wellness resort ideal for anyone seeking respite from arthritis, skin or circulation problems Carved into a valley and nestling under a woodland of mature orange trees the natural healing spa resort of Ayii Anargyri in Cyprus is a hidden gem well worth straying off the traditional tourist trail to find. Located in the foothills of Miliou near Paphos the spa is an architectural masterpiece blending old and new; the light, airy spa with…

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Swim suits made for spa travelling MAIA OLIVER reveals the best tip she was ever given before embarking on a spa break, “invest in a decent swim suit” When you’re packing for a spa break in Scotland or a spa retreat in the foothills of The Himalayas one item is essential – a swim suit. Now, this could be a one piece, bikini or tankini but what I have discovered is you must invest in decent swim suit which will withstand the rigours of chlorine in pools and Jacuzzi’s, the fading effects of the sun and heat of hammams. To…

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