Traditionally, spa breaks have been something of a feminine pursuit, but over the last couple decades, that’s been changing. Over the last twenty or so years, men have started taking better and better care of their appearance, to a point where it’s far from unusual seeing blokes in the street with perfectly shaped eyebrows, and even light make-up.
It’s not just about cosmetic changes either, modern men are more concerned with their health and fitness too, as well as the relationships in their lives. Spa breaks can be an ideal way to boost your appearance, get in shape, or simply relax. Plus, it can be a fantastic way to reconnect with friends or loved ones. Here’s how to plan that ultra-manly spa getaway.
Specialist Spa Breaks
When people mention spas, all anyone ever seems to imagine is the classic beautification and relaxation type of getaway, and while that’s still very popular and available, it’s far from the be all and end all of spa options.
Nowadays, there’s an absolute litany of different varied spa options out there, from spas catering towards men only, to fitness and weight loss spas, to adventure or relaxation options. If you’re more into the fitness and bodybuilding side of things, there are spa breaks for that, complete with sports massage and well-equipped gyms. If you’re wanting to look better and younger, there are beautification spas for that. Whatever you want to get out of your break, there are options out there.
It’s all about knowing what you want to get out of your spa getaway. If you’re feeling stressed and worn out, and need an opportunity to recharge your batteries, you might want a more relaxation-centric option.
If you’ve been letting your diet and gym routine fall by the wayside, maybe a more weight loss or fitness orientated spa experience is the one for you. It’s all about knowing exactly what you want to get out of your time spent at the spa and making sure you go for something you’ll enjoy and get a lot out of.
Stag Dos
If you’ve got a wedding coming up, but you and your mates aren’t exactly the boozing types, maybe a spa weekend could be the ideal alternative. We all enjoy a drink now and then, but at various times in our lives, and in various situations, going out and getting drunk isn’t the appealing option it used to be.
Enter the spa option! Going for a weekend away with your mates is always going to be fun, but especially so if you throw in an adventurous spa option, featuring tons of activities and services, in a fun area you’ve always wanted to explore, with plenty to do.
Plus, instead of returning from your stag do feeling like you want to sleep for six days and continually taking painkillers for your headache, you’ll be returning refreshed, healthy and ready to get on with everything. That’s always going to be better, right?
Tons of Choice
One of the best elements when it comes to going on a spa break in the UK is the sheer amount of choice we’ve got. People picture the UK as being this tiny little island, but in spite of that, we’ve got a lot of different landscapes, areas and scenic locations, all waiting to be explored.
In terms of more rural getaways, we’ve got a lot of countrysides to offer. If you’re into the idea of staying in a rural village, or country manor hotel, with plenty of spa facilities, and plenty of local walking trails, Yorkshire has you covered. As a bonus, Yorkshire also has a high density of Michelin-starred restaurants for you to check out.
We’ve also got plenty of seaside options. From more classic British getaways, like Blackpool, to the near-tropical beaches of Cornwall, we’ve got plenty of beautiful and ethereal coastal locations for you to enjoy a spa break at.
If you’re feeling a little more adventurous, the UK has you covered as well. Try out a bit of surfing or water sports in Wales, go for some mountain trekking or climbing in the highlands of Scotland, or just stay somewhere super rural with plenty of great hiking treks around.
Then you’ve got all the fantastic cities we’ve got on offer. With Edinburgh voted one of the best cities to visit in the world, and London always well worth spending a couple of days in, when it comes to cities we’ve got you covered.
If you’re more into your restaurants, cocktails and culture than your hiking, country pubs and outdoors, then you can be sure you’ll find exactly what you’re looking for in cities like Manchester, York, Edinburgh and Liverpool.
Budgeting
One of the biggest worries when it comes to planning any kind of spa getaway is always going to be cost. No one wants to spend an absolute bomb, and empty their bank account, even if it is their stag do.
The fact is, spa breaks don’t have to cost an arm and a leg, and if you’re careful and keep an eye out for the right deals, you can get your spa getaway for vastly less than you might imagine. On the other hand, if you’re looking to shoot for the most luxurious, adventurous spa break possible, then that’s still very much an option.
We’ve got a grand tradition of extravagant, spectacular hotels, both in and out of cities across the country. From country manors to townhouse mansions, you can find all manner of breath-taking options.
When it comes to budgeting, even if you’re going for a more expensive type of break, you’re always going to be better off setting a budget and sticking to it. Then you can evaluate where you can save a little, or spend more.
As for more budget getaways, there are tons of spa breaks vouchers and deals to be found online, and if you plan well in advance, you can find some really fantastic offers and deals, letting you plan the ideal spa break for less.