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Take a Spa Break to Rejuvenate Your Mind, Body and Spirit

Since prehistoric times, man has known about the therapeutic benefits of going to a spa. Early Celtic kings have been credited with discovering the hot springs in Bath, England and archeologists found Bronze Age weaponry and oblations near the hot springs in France. Believed to provide physical healing and spiritual purification, people would travel for miles to soak in a sacred body of water.

Today, spas have evolved into wellness centers that provide an assortment of hair, facial and body treatments that promote beauty, health and wellbeing. But with so many spa options available, it can be difficult to figure out which one is right for you.

One way to narrow things down is to figure out if you need a spa break or a spa holiday. A spa break is a brief hiatus from the stress of everyday life. Ranging from half a day to an entire weekend, spa breaks can be taken at a day spa or hotel spa and are usually limited to treatments that pamper you such as massages and facials.

A spa holiday, on the other hand, can last anywhere from one week to several months and are for those times when you need more than just a break from life. Facilities that specialize in spa holidays fall into one of the following categories:

Destination Spa

The focus of a destination spa is to help you live a healthier life. Exercise programs, healthy cuisine, therapeutic treatments (such as massage) and educational lectures are provided as a means to help you turn your bad habits into healthy ones.

Thermal Spa

A thermal, or mineral springs, spa uses the water from a local hot spring for baths and showers as well as in beauty and hydrotherapy treatments to help you relax and relieve general aches or pains.

Ayurveda Spa

As the oldest known health care system in the world, Ayurveda is an ancient system of disease prevention, care and healing that focuses on balancing the different energies in the body. Spas that specialize in Ayurveda treatments use massage, hydrotherapy, yoga and meditation in conjunction with herbs to detoxify and reduce the symptoms of disease.

Thalassotherapy Spa

These spas use the products of the ocean to help clients relax and detoxify. Algae, seaweed, alluvial mud and saltwater are all used in beauty and body treatments to provide relief from insomnia, cellulite and general aches or pains.

Medical Spa

Medical Spas specialize in providing medical treatments such as laser hair removal, microdermabrasion, Botox injections, chemical peels and skin tightening. These spas have a more clinical atmosphere than traditional spas but some also offer consultations with naturopathic doctors.

Cruise Spa

Cruise spas combine the excitement of traveling on the water with invigorating and healing spa treatments. Most offer the basic pampering services such as massages and facials. However some take advantage of the sea water and also offer seaweed wraps and Thalassotherapy.

Choosing the best spa for you will also depend on what you want to achieve. Do you just want a break from the hustle of life? Then a manicure and facial at a day spa may be the thing for you. Are you trying to make a complete lifestyle change? Then a week or two at a destination spa will get you off to a good start.

So whether you just need an hour or two to catch your breath or spend a month detoxing at an Ayurveda spa, taking time to rejuvenate is a guilty pleasure that is 100% good for you.

About the Author

Sally Burns loves to take
spa breaks
and likes to visit a
spa resort
a couple of times a year.

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The Celtic Manor Resort $76 The stunning Celtic Manor Resort is set within 1400 acres of beautiful parkland and picturesque grounds, in the heart of the magnificent Usk Valley. Fine dining, exemplary service and fantastic facilities come together at the Celtic Manor to create the perfect short break. Guest rooms at the Celtic Manor Resort are a peaceful haven away from all the stresses of daily life. Each well-appointed hotel room is spacious, stylish and equipped with air-conditioning, internet access, HD TV with sports channels, en-suite bathroom and tea & coffee making facilities. Visitors to the Celtic Manor Resort can also make use of a fantastic array of onsite facilities. With 3 championship courses, The Roman Road, The Montgomerie and the Twenty Ten Course - Venue for the 2010 Ryder Cup, and a golf academy set within the scenic grounds, this is a real golfer„s paradise. For a family fun packed taster of the golf there are 2 Adventure Golf courses. For the non-golf fans the Celtic Manor Resort also boasts the ‡Forest Jump‰ High Ropes courses with power fan jump, tennis courts, mountain biking, fishing, shooting and the Forum Health Club complete with indoor swimming pool, sauna, steam-room, Jacuzzi, gym and beauty spa. In Summer 2012, On Target and Sky Wire Wales will open. ‡On Target‰ offers guests the chance to try paintballing, laser combat, archery and laser clays.‡Sky Wire Wales‰ allows you to race your friends on the UK„s longest zip wire experience travelling 1km across the Usk Valley, crossing a river and reaching speeds of up to 50mph. Along with the superb facilities and luxurious accommodation, the Celtic Manor Resort is also home to a wide selection of fine restaurants. With a choice of 6 restaurants including the Crown Restaurant,the resort¤s flagship fine dining restaurant, modern dishes and design in Rafters Restaurant and authentic French cuisine in Le Patio Bistro, the Celtic Manor Resort has something to entice all visitors.

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Celtic Manor Resort $130.24 Celtic Manor Resort > > Chepstow Road > Gwent > > NP18 2YB>Location. This Newport property is close to Celtic Manor Resort Golf Club and Isca Augusta. Features. Celtic Manor Resort has a golf course, tennis courts, a health club, an indoor pool, and a spa tub. The onsite spa at this 5.0 star property offers massage and treatment rooms and beauty services. Business amenities include a business center, wireless Internet access, meeting rooms for small groups, and a technology helpdesk. Celtic Manor Resort has a restaurant and a bar/lounge. Guests are served a complimentary breakfast each morning. 24 hour room service is available. Event facilities consist of a ballroom, exhibit space, conference rooms, and banquet facilities. This is a smoke free property (fines may apply for violations). Guestrooms. Amenities featured in guestrooms include air conditioning, coffee/tea makers, and minibars. In addition, amenities available on request include hypo allergenic bedding, extra towels/bedding, and wake up calls. Guestrooms have satellite television with premium TV channels and pay movies. Business friendly amenities include desks, direct dial phones, and free local calls. All guestrooms provide refrigerators. Bathrooms feature separate bathtubs and showers, bathroom phones, and bathrobes. Guestroom services include a turndown service and housekeeping. All guestrooms at Celtic Manor Resort are non smoking. Notifications:Additional fees and deposits may be charged by the property at time of service, check in, or check out. >The preferred airport for Celtic Manor Resort is Cardiff (CWL Cardiff Intl.) 36.1 km / 22.4 mi. Distances are calculated in a straight line from the property’s location to the point of interest or airport and may not reflect actual travel distance. Distances are displayed to the nearest 0. 1 mile and kilometre.

Cwrt Bleddyn Hotel & Spa $163.18 Cwrt Bleddyn Hotel & Spa > BRS > Llangybi Near Usk > Usk > > NP15 1PG>Location. This spa property is located in Usk. Area attractions include Celtic Manor Resort Golf Club. Features. Cwrt Bleddyn Hotel & Spa has tennis courts, a health club, a spa tub, a fitness facility, and a pool. This 4.0 star Usk property features spa services and beauty services. Business amenities include a business center and audio visual equipment. Cwrt Bleddyn Hotel & Spa has a restaurant and a bar/lounge. Room service is available during limited hours. Event facilities at this 4.0 star property consist of conference rooms and banquet facilities. Guestrooms. Amenities featured in guestrooms include coffee/tea makers and televisions. Business friendly amenities include desks and direct dial phones. Bathrooms feature shower/tub combinations, hair dryers, and complimentary toiletries. Sofa beds are provided. Notifications:This property caters to couples. Additional fees and deposits may be charged by the property at time of service, check in, or check out. >

The Celtic Manor Resort (Non Refundable) $67.5 Please note: 100% cancellation charge applies. The stunning Celtic Manor Resort is set within 1400 acres of beautiful parkland and picturesque grounds, in the heart of the magnificent Usk Valley. Fine dining, exemplary service and fantastic facilities come together at the Celtic Manor to create the perfect short break. Guest rooms at the Celtic Manor Resort are a peaceful haven away from all the stresses of daily life. Each well-appointed hotel room is spacious, stylish and equipped with air-conditioning, internet access, HD TV with sports channels, en-suite bathroom and tea & coffee making facilities. Visitors to the Celtic Manor Resort can also make use of a fantastic array of onsite facilities. With 3 championship courses, The Roman Road, The Montgomerie and the Twenty Ten Course - Venue for the 2010 Ryder Cup, and a golf academy set within the scenic grounds, this is a real golfer„s paradise. For a family fun packed taster of the golf there are 2 Adventure Golf courses. For the non-golf fans the Celtic Manor Resort also boasts the ‡Forest Jump‰ High Ropes courses with power fan jump, tennis courts, mountain biking, fishing, shooting and the Forum Health Club complete with indoor swimming pool, sauna, steam-room, Jacuzzi, gym and beauty spa. In Summer 2012, On Target and Sky Wire Wales will open. ‡On Target‰ offers guests the chance to try paintballing, laser combat, archery and laser clays.‡Sky Wire Wales‰ allows you to race your friends on the UK„s longest zip wire experience travelling 1km across the Usk Valley, crossing a river and reaching speeds of up to 50mph. Along with the superb facilities and luxurious accommodation, the Celtic Manor Resort is also home to a wide selection of fine restaurants. With a choice of 6 restaurants including the Crown Restaurant,the resort¤s flagship fine dining restaurant, modern dishes and design in Rafters Restaurant and authentic French cuisine in Le Patio Bistro, the Celtic Manor Resort has something to entice

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Celtic Ross Hotel $109.11 Celtic Ross Hotel is located in Rosscarbery, close to Drombeg Stone Circle. Regional points of interest also include West Cork Model Railway Village and Inchydoney Island Beach. Hotel Features. Celtic Ross Hotel's restaurant serves breakfast and dinner. A bar/lounge is open for drinks. Room service is available during limited hours. The hotel serves a complimentary full breakfast each morning in the restaurant. Recreational amenities include an indoor pool, a children's pool, a sauna, a fitness facility, and a steam room. Spa amenities include facials and beauty services. This 3 star property offers a meeting/conference room, secretarial services, and business services. Complimentary wireless Internet access is available in public areas and the hotel has a computer station. This Rosscarbery property has event space consisting of banquet facilities and a ballroom. Wedding services and tour/ticket assistance are available. Guest parking is complimentary. Additional property amenities include laundry facilities. This is a smoke free property. Guestrooms. 66 guestrooms at Celtic Ross Hotel feature coffee/tea makers and trouser presses. Wireless Internet access is complimentary. Satellite television is provided. Notifications and Fees:Advanced reservations are required for massage services. Reservations can be made by contacting the hotel prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation. All guests staying in hotel guestrooms must be registered with the hotel. The property is closed between 17 December and 17 February. The following fees and deposits are charged by the property at time of service, check in, or check out. Late check out fee: EUR 25.00 The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. Notifications and Fees:Advanced reservations are required for massage services. Reservations can be made by contacting the hotel prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation. All guests staying in hotel guestrooms must be registered with the hotel. The property is closed between 17 December and 17 February. The following fees and deposits are charged by the property at time of service, check in, or check out. Late check out fee: EUR 25.00 The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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