What You Need To Know About Couples Massage

      It is February which means Valentines Day is approaching. You want to be pampered on that day but you also want to include your loved one. Then, couples massage might be ideal for you both.There are some important aspects of couples massage you need to be made aware of before proceeding with this idea. We have found information for you to guide you through the couples massage process with the assistance from about.com and Anitra Brown.


What Happens During Couples Massage?
Couples massage is a massage that takes place in a couples suite. At the very least this is a room large enough for two massage tables. Some spas, especially big resort and hotel spas have elaborate amenities for couples with fireplaces, pedicure chairs, steam showers and lounging beds where you can relax together after your treatments. See the couples suite at The Spa at Mohonk Mountain House in upstate New York. Some romantic spas, like Alvadora Spa at The Royal Palms in Phoenix, have three different couples suites to accommodate the demand.
As for couples massage etiquette, it's fine to talk to each other through the massage if you want, or be quiet the whole time. It's really up to you.
Not every spa, especially smaller day spas , will offer couples massage.
 
What Are the Benefits of Couples Massage?
Couples massage is a great way to introduce a partner who has never gotten a massage before in a way that makes them feel more comfortable the first time. Some men are apprehensive about getting a massage because of the nudity involved, and to have their wife or girlfriend there is reassuring.
Men usually discover that therapeutic touch is very relaxing and restorative. Once they experience a couples massage, they are more willing to book a massage on their own.
It can also be a good choice if you're traveling with someone you don't get to see often enough -- a sister, girlfriend, mom or best friends -- and you want to spend as much time together as possible.
 
How Much Does Couples Massage Cost?
The price of couples massage depends on the spa where you get it and is usually double the price of an individual massage. It is at least double the cost of a regular massage. It will start at $200+ at a day spa and can go much higher if you are getting the use of special indoor/outdoor facilities at resort and hotel spas. Tipping at the spa is extra.
 
Is There Any Downside To Couples Massage?
Some experienced spa-goers find it distracting to be in the same room at the same time with anyone else during a massage. They prefer to get their massage alone and then meet up afterwards.
The potential problems come if you have different expectations and needs during a massage, particularly if one person wants to zone out and the other likes to talk.
It helps if you know how much the other person likes to talk during a massage -- a lot, a little, or not at all -- and whether it's a good match for you.

Well, we hope this was informative for you so you can schedule that couples massage to make it a Valentines Day you both will never forget. If you would like to contact us with any questions or feedback, you can reach us by email.

Thanks for Visiting!

Joseph A. Jones & The WellLife Team

How to Choose a Spa Resort

       It is a new year and you made a resolution to teat yourself to a spa getaway. You want a beautiful place that offers outstanding Spa services. That leads us to a simple but a very important question. How do I choose a Spa resort that is right for me? Well, we found some useful guidelines that you can use when making that important decision on where to stay.


The classic spa resorts are big and offer overnight accommodations and lots of activities -- golf, swimming, tennis, kids' activities, fine dining, and sometimes horseback riding and skiing.


The spa (called spa resorts by insiders) is just another amenity for guests, and often it's quite large and lavish, with 40,000 square feet and 30 treatment rooms. It provides a relaxing, pampering experience for people staying at the resort and often locals who want to enjoy a day at the spa.


But it's important to do your research before you book a spa resort. Some places that call themselves spa resorts are small privately owned inns with a few treatment rooms and one treadmill to their name.
This is fine if it's what you want, but you don't want to expect something lavish and then find out the hotel's "spa" is a hot tub, or one treatment room off the gym. (This happened to me in the days before I knew better.)



Knowing What Your "Spa Resort" Really Offers


To make things even more complicated, many destination spas and health spas  which are about healthy eating, exercise, and personal transformation, and now calling themselves "spa resorts".
This is because of the way people search on the internet. "Spa resort" is searched much more often than destination spa or health spa, and spas don't want to miss out on potential business. So it's very important to think about what you want to get out of your spa experience, understand the different types of spas, and then make sure what you want matches up with what that spa offers.



What You Need To Know About Spa Resorts

• At classic spa resorts, you generally pay for your spa treatments a la carte instead of having them as part of the total package.
• You may have to pay an entry fee to the spa facilities if you aren't getting a spa treatment.
• While lots of exercise classes are a hallmark of destination spas, spa resorts may not offer them at all. If they do, the selection is more limited, and you may have to pay to participate.
• There IS a trend for more spa resorts to offer complimentary exercise classes with spa treatments or day passes, including Golden Door Spa at The Boulders and The Spa at Camelback Inn in Scottsdale. If exercise classes are important, be sure to ask about their program.
• Spa resorts typically don't include meals in their rates. You can eat and drink whatever you want to because the emphasis is not on health. Spa resorts generally offer some healthy dining selections, but most people indulge in the rich food and wine that signals "I'm on vacation."
• Large spa resorts will have a wide range of activities and amenities and are great for families. Dad can golf, mom relaxes at the spa, and the children head to the kids' camp or teen scene.
• Not all spa resorts are alike. Don't be fooled by someone saying, "Yes, we have a spa." Make sure you know what you're getting into in terms of size, amenities, and activities before you book a spa resort. If you have some must-haves -- a challenging golf course, a world-class spa, an all-day kid's camp, lots of exercise and outdoor activities -- make sure you get the details before you book.
• If you want to get healthy, lose weight, exercise all day, get inspired, go on a personal retreat, or connect with like-minded adults, a destination spa or health spa is the better choice. They also tend to have the most passionate, talented therapists. (Just remember they might be calling themselves a spa resort!)

Well, this should  definitely assist you on knowing what spa to visit. Be sure to use the links that are provided in this article for reference purposes. A thank you goes to about.com for their invaluable information  concerning this topic. If you would like to contact us with any questions or feedback, you can reach us by email.

Thanks for Visiting!

Joseph A. Jones & The WellLife Team