Spa vacations have become an part of modern-day travel and tourism industry. In contemporary hectic lifestyle, a luxury vacation means spiritual rejuvenation, stress-free retreats, and synchronization of mind, body and spirit in the lap of Mother Nature. This has lead to the opening of number of spa, yoga and ayurveda centers all over the world. However, among the plethora of spa destinations, Geothermal Spa at Blue Lagoon and Ananda Spa in Himalayas are leading the world with their exotic treatments and environs. These two resorts are only one of their kinds and in real terms realize spa vacation destination ideas.
Blue Lagoon, Iceland:
Blue Lagoon Geothermal Spa is a must-to-visit destination at least once in lifetime for aficionados of spa vacations. It is a unique experience to unwind in the naturally heated water in an ice-cold destination whilst soaking up the scenic beauty. A blend of nature and science, geothermal spa in Iceland is a nature’s paradise where seawater is heated by earth’s natural forces. This is indeed the best medical spa where naturally clean and fresh environment persist to the extent that even “common” bacteria do not thrive in this ecosystem. The spa and beauty treatments here take place in the lagoon itself. There are specially designed wooden benches and buoyant mats for massages that are performed open-air in-water. Floating in seawater rich in minerals, in proximity to an extraordinary environment, surrounded by pure Icelandic air, is of course an unrivaled experience.
Highlights of Geothermal Spa Blue Lagoon
Relaxing Massage
Silica Massage for Back
Silica Massage for Legs
Nourishing & Glowing Algae Treatment
In-water pregnancy Massage
Anti-aging & lifting Facial Treatment
Hydrating & distressing Facial Treatment
Purifying & detoxifying Facial Treatment
Ananda Spa, Himalayas:
Winner of several awards, Ananda Spa has been rated as the world’s best destination spa. Once the royal aboard of Maharaja of Tehri-Garwhal, Ananda is now a luxury spa retreat, which offers a holistic experience in the lap of Himalayas. Besides the best of Ayurveda, Yoga and international spa treatments, its endurance to set high levels of luxury and hospitality has contributed significantly to add the names globally renowned celebrities and dignitaries in its guest book. Bill Gates and Melinda Gates, Jerry Hall, Oprah Winfrey, and Frederick Forsyth are just a few to name among its frequent guests.
Sprawling over 24000 square feet, Ananda Spa offers an extensive menu of over 79 body and beauty treatments. Spa treatments here combine the age-old Indian techniques of Ayurveda, therapies of Yoga and modern-day Western spa approach to synchronize the physical and the mental realms of an individual. Moreover, spa tours at Ananda can be customized as per individual needs and health goals to de-stress, detoxify, relax and lose weight & inch.
Facilities & Activities at Ananda Spa:
Yoga
Billiards
Golf
Cooking Classes
Cultural Program
Nature Walks and Treks
Water rafting
Safari
Author: Rachna works at CheapOair, an online company committed to promote travel and tourism globally by providing cheap airfare deals along with other travel services. She maintains CheapOair Travel Blog, a platform to share travel experiences, travel ideas, travel tips, travel photos etc.
