Tips for Your First Spa Visit: from The Women’s Travel Group
* Go for at least 4 nights
* Meet with spa coordinators immediately…
* Choose a spa that fits your needs; overseas spas emphasize beauty rather than exercise, nutrition etc.
* Some spas are really resorts with a few spa facilities.
* A good gauge of a spa is the number of professionals on staff and the number of treatment rooms.
* Does the manicurist also do facials; if so, this is not a true spa.
* Have a goal; this helps you to schedule properly and make priorities. i.e.: weight loss. stress reduction, l
* Figure out how fast you walk so when you join a spa walk you know your level.
* Before you pack, find out about laundry so you don’t over pack. If facilities are not available, buy Hanes Beefy T Shirts to wear on top–they will be cheaper to throw out than most spa laundry services.
* Leggings and spandex shorts are easy to pack and to wash in your room.
* Do carry some exercise clothes on the plane and wear your sneakers so you can exercise even if luggage delayed.
* Packing in two small bags increases the chances that one will arrive with you.
* Do not overindulge on fresh salad, fruits or high fiber foods.
www.thewomenstravelgroup.com offers a discount spa deal on Feb. 9-16 2014. Very little space left. Inexpensive single supplement for solo travelers.
