If you are planning to visit a luxury spa for the very first time, perhaps you got gifted a weekend away or simply fancied treating yourself, you might be wondering what to expect when you arrive.
Most people know that spas are a place of relaxation and reflection and a somewhere you can receive a number of wellbeing treatments. But what exactly are said treatments, and what should you expect from the experience.
Fear not, we are here to help with this comprehensive guide giving you all the information you could possibly need about your very first spa visit.
How to prepare for a spa day
Fail to prepare and all that. Sometimes it is the simplest questions that we have and are too scared to ask that worry us the most.
Luckily, you need to do very little in preparation for a spa day to have a fantastic time.
Makes sure to wear something that you are comfortable with even if you expect to change into a robe or similar once you arrive. If you are staying for a couple of days remember to bring a change of clothes for meals and the like.
Depending on the facilities at the spa you may also need to bring a swimming costume and should always pack a pair of flip flops for barefoot travel.
If you have a look on the spa website you will be able to see what sort of thing visitors are wearing and whether or not they are provided with their own robes, towels, and slippers upon arrival. Most luxury spas will provide all this and more to ensure maximum comfort for their guests.
It might be worth bringing along a good book or at least a magazine to the spa that you can read at night or during treatments such as a face mask.
If you have any allergies or health conditions that may be triggered by skincare treatments, make sure to inform the spa in advance. This shouldn’t negatively affect your spa experience in the slightest as long as the spa has time to prepare and adapt.
What facilities do spas have?
This will depend on the spa in question but there are a few key areas that you can expect any spa worth their bath salt to have on-site.
These include a sauna, probably a bit larger than a home INCA spa, a steam or salt bath, and a Sanarium which is a form of steam shower.
There will also almost certainly be massage tables, pedicure areas, and maybe even some fish tanks with fish that will eat the dried skin off your feet!
If you are looking for a full range of spa facilities take a look at the website of the facility you are planning to attend. They will almost certainly offer a full list.
Trust us, you won’t be the first person unsure what to expect when going to a spa. Spa workers deal with first timers every single day, so relax and have fun!