Spa & Hotel Break Blog

A relaxing spa break doesn’t just have to be with your significant other or with your friends, you can enjoy spa breaks UK getaways with your family at a spa and hotel. The endless benefits of a spa break are perfect for all the family, as everyone needs to rewind sometimes! Recent studies have even shown that children should partake in relaxing activities such as yoga too, due to the stress and anxiety they experience at school and college. We have accumulated a list of factors to think about when finding the best spa deals in the UK, to make it a seamless process.

Think About The Location

When planning your weekend or night getaway to a spa and hotel, you need to think about the location when you are travelling with children. If you aren’t going for a long period of time, then we would recommend that you don’t travel too far from home. If you do, you may find that you spend most of your time driving and this isn’t particularly fun for anyone, especially children. Therefore, choose somewhere in a nearby county, or even the same one, but somewhere you haven’t been to before.

In addition to the travelling time and distance, you want to ensure that the location you are visiting is suitable for children and when you’re not spending time at the spa and hotel, there are activities you and your family can take part in. Make sure you do some research before you leave and even book activities and excursions if necessary, to ensure that you have things to do no matter what the weather.

Children Friendly

Although going away on spa breaks with your family is great for spending quality time together, you need to take into consideration that children are not going to want to spend all day at the spa. It does depend on the age of the children, but if you can find a child-friendly spa and hotel then that would be ideal! If not, think about the aspects of a spa break that they would enjoy the most, and in some cases, treatments they are allowed to take part in. Therefore, ensure that the spa has a swimming pool and a hot tub. Some spas may even have treatments that are suitable for children or they may be able to adapt so your children can enjoy ultimate relaxation with you- the perfect bonding opportunity for any family.

Consider The Price

When going away for a weekend or a night for a spa break with your children, you don’t want to spend a fortune. By browsing through the many spa and hotels on our site, you will be able to find one that ticks all your boxes. They all have various prices, but are all high-quality spas and hotels, so you know that it will be money worth spent!

 You want to save as much money as possible when you book a spa break, which is why our package types and special offers are so beneficial. If you would like more information about our spa deals or you would like to make a booking, get in touch today. 

Despite the year not being over yet, there has already been some innovative spa treatments in 2019, which we feel we need to shine a light on, so they don’t get missed or forgotten. Whether you have been travelling this summer, or you have chosen to enjoy the longer days in the UK instead with spa breaks Scotland, around the world new and exciting spa treatments have been taking place, so let’s look at what they are, below.

The Swiss Anti-Aging Jewel Facial

In Switzerland, the Swiss Anti-Aging Jewel Facial has been a popular choice on spa breaks as it’s making faces glow. The 60-minute treatment begins with a bamboo peel, which is followed by a stimulating massage and then the application of a serum that is rich in nutrients and extracted from indigenous plants. After this, Royal Jelly is applied as a mask, which is incredibly beneficial for the skin as it has a high dosage of vitamins and trace elements that make the skin glow.

The Signature Hammam  

In Marrakech, Morocco, you can enjoy the Signature Hammam at the Royal Mansour Marrakech Spa. The treatment that lasts 75 minutes, includes ingredients from three Moroccan regions: Talionie (saffron), Atlas Mountains (lavender and holy basil) and Kalaat M’Gouna (roses).

Additionally, the 90-minute treatment, Temps Pour Soi, involves a scrub, followed by a washing in a jewel-like bathing temple. From here, an almond milk shampoo and 20-minute massage is given. Both these treatments are fit for royalty!

The Dinacharya

The Dinacharya, from Chandigarh, India, is a 90-minute-long treatment and is meant to be practiced daily. The treatment will begin with the therapist cleansing your eyes by using a medicated liniment, followed by cleansing your ears with drops of oil, your respiratory system with a medicinal smoke and your mouth with an oil-based mouthwash. After this, the therapist will apply oil to the entire body, which is done in long strokes. Your skin will feel like silk for days after the invigorating experience.

The Hammam Traditional Soap Treatment

In South Africa, Simondium, the Hamman Traditional Soap Treatment takes place over 60 minutes in a private, steam room with a heated stone-slab treatment table. The treatment starts with a vigorous scrub with Turkish gloves, followed by lukewarm water being repeatedly poured over the body. This occurs whilst the heat and steam relax tired muscles. The therapist will then use a soapy piece of cloth which is filled with air to rub down the entire body. This cloth is shaped like a long rectangular balloon and will leave your body feeling clean and soft.

The East West Ritual For Balanced Beauty

In Ojai, California, you can get an energy boost with the East West Ritual for Balanced Beauty. Over 100 minutes, the techniques of the rose quartz facial massage will revive energy flow in your body.

If you would like to find out more information about spa treatments and how to book your spa breaks, get in touch with a member of our team, today. 

Massages provide a relaxing experience, where tight and stress knots are removed from a particular area of the body. Ultimately, afterwards the recipient feels rejuvenated and their movement is freer. However, although a massage isn’t in any way bad or scary, many who haven’t had one before don’t know what to expect, making them a little apprehensive after finding spa deals including massages. Therefore, we have compiled this guide, so those looking to have their first massage, know what to expect and can look forward to it and eliminate any nerves when you’re on spa breaks UK.

Before The Massage

Before the massage, you need to evaluate whether it is the right time for you to have one. If you are unwell, have sunburn or a skin irritation, then now is not the best time for a massage. In the lead up to the massage, you are advised to drink plenty of water and not to eat just before. Try to plan your time well, so you arrive on time and you don’t feel stressed or rushed when you get there.

You will be asked about your health history, which may be mailed to you to complete before the day of the massage. The information the therapist typically wants to obtain, is:

• Your Level Of Discomfort Or Pain On Bad And Good Days
• Medical Conditions
• Contact Information
• What Reduces The Pain
• What Makes The Pain Worse

You will then discuss your health history with the massage therapist, where you must inform them about any medication you are on. From here, the therapist can determine whether or not you should opt for a massage. Additionally, the massage therapist will ask you what you want to achieve form the treatment and the areas of the body you want worked on.

During The Massage

Typically, you will lie on a massage table and be covered by either a large towel or a sheet. If you don’t want to be touched in a certain area, you don’t want music played or if you are in discomfort at any time, it’s important that you let the therapist know. If you want the massage to end, you are entitled to ask for it to stop at any time and the therapist will respect your request.

The only area that will be exposed is the location that is being targeted by the therapist. In order to get the most from your massage, you should relax as much as you can and let your thoughts go. It’s important that you remember to breathe, as it helps you to fully relax. This is very important as tightened muscles during the massage is counterproductive.

There are number of different techniques, including:

• Gliding
• Friction
• Kneading
• Percussion
• Pumping
• Holiday
• Vibration
• Cross-Fiber Friction
• Direct Pressure
• Stretching
• Skin Rolling
• Rocking
• Traction
• Compression

As you can see, there is nothing to worry about when it comes to having your first massage. If you would like to find a spa and hotel for your first massage, get in touch and browse our range, today!