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Spa vacations are the ultimate in relaxation. But what if you're unfamiliar with the spa experience? If you don't know the difference between aromatherapy and acupuncture, you might feel uncomfortable choosing a treatment. And what's the difference between a destination and a day spa? What's a seaweed wrap? Or hydrotherapy? Do you - gulp! - really have to get naked???!?!??
Don't worry; we can help! Our Spa Glossaryexplains the terms you'll run into so you'll know exactly what you're talking about and what to ask for.
Refer to Spa Etiquette so you'll know what to expect from your visit (and, no, you don't have to disrobe if you don't want to!)
Do you want to spend a whole week (or more!) indulging your senses? Or do you just want to drop in for a relaxing beauty treatment? Find the right spa for you in the US Spa Index and Directory. Spas from around the country and around the world are listed, with descriptions of services offered.
Slip on a fluffy robe and slippers, make a cup of herbal tea, and use this site as your guide to find the best spa vacation for you!
Spa Vacations Blog The Spa Vacations Blog has updates to Great Spa Vacations, the latest spa news, and special deals and events.
Calendar of Spa Events Use this Calendar of Spa Events to find Spa Week Specials, Spa Weekends, Yoga Events, and lots of spa-related events that will turn your ordinary vacation into a spa vacation!
Spa Glossary A spa glossary to help you understand spa terms. Find the difference between a destination spa and a day spa, and descriptions of spa treatments.
Spa Etiquette Spa etiquette - rules of behavior when your're nearly naked and there are strangers all around you! Whether it's your first trip to a spa or your 100th, there are simple rules of behavior to observe.
Facial Spa Treatment A facial spa treatment is the ultimate beauty or skin treatment. Spas specialize in wrinkle treatments, facial electrolysis - anything that can help you have younger, smoother skin!
Spa Body Treatment Guide A spa body treatment can be a relaxing beauty or skin treatment, or a holistic health spa treatment that reduces pain or increases energy.
Massage Techniques Spa massage techniques may be gentle or firm, soothing or invigorating, depending upon the results you want to achieve. It's important to choose the right massage to achieve the right results.
Health Spa Treatment A health spa treatment does more than just offer relaxation or glowing skin. Holistic spa treatments address health issues of the body, mind and spirit and treat a person as a whole, healthful being.
Homemade Spa Treatments Homemade spa treatments let you take a spa vacation at home! If you can't make it to a resort or destination spa, you can still pamper yourself (and your friends) with these homemade spa products.
Destination Spas Destination spas are designed to change your habits and attitudes, and change your life. These are not quick getaways or day spas - it's a long-term commitment to a healthier lifestyle.
Resort Spas and Hotel Spas Resort spas are a great way to enjoy health and beauty treatments while also enjoying a traditional vacation with your spouse, girlfriends or even the whole family!
Day Spa Vacation What's a day spa vacation? How can you take a vacation at a "day spa"? While they are designed to provide services in just a few hours, there's a lot more to day spas than facials.
Weight Loss Spa Vacations Weight loss spa vacations offer the opportunity to jumpstart your health and fitness regimen, re-focus your thinking and balance your life. But please, don't call them "fat farms"!
Med Spa and Treatments The med spa offers much more than massages and facial treatments.Also called health or wellness spas, they offer health screening, diet and fitness regimens, & medically supervised beauty treatments.
US Spa Index A US Spa Index to help you find destination spas, day spas, resort spas, medspas, and more!
Caribbean Spa Vacation Index and Directory A Caribbean spa vacation offers the opportunity to enjoy a massage on the beach while enjoying the cooling breezes over turquoise waters. Most Caribbean spas are resort spas, and yoga often offered.
European Spa Vacation Index and Directory A European spa vacation can be the ultimate in luxury and relaxation - or you can work your butt off (literally!) at a weight loss boot camp. Europe is also the home of the medical spa.
Asian Spa Vacation Index and Directory Look to the Asian Spa Index and Directory to find a spa vacations in Asia and the Pacific rim. We list resort spas and wellness retreats in Thailand, the Maldives, even Australia!
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