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SPA
Just a decade ago,  only a handful of people knew exactly what a "spa" was, and even fewer had enjoyed first-hand experience. Today, spas have become the talk of the global village. Thousands of places have been springing up all over the world offering "spa" facilities in response to the demand.
Whether you are a spa veteran, or thinking of venturing into the world of spas for the first time, it is important to have a little background knowledge about all the things a spa vacation can be. There are endless types of treatments and special programs plus varying levels of luxury, price and value. We are well-equipped to provide you with all the services mentioned below.
Slimming, Weight Reduction & Firming with Spa
For those who want to enhance their appearance there are treatment programs for both face and body, bringing you closer to your ideal self-image or combating the ravages of time and stress. There are a number of spa treatments that used together can help you to achieve this.For the face, there are exfoliating scrubs to remove dead skin, revealing the more glowing complexion beneath, cleansing facial masks to draw out dirt and toxins and clear the pores; nourishing masks to counteract vitamin deficiencies in the skin; moisturizing face massages to tone up facial muscles and restore elasticity through , increasing circulation and rehydrating skin cells. Some spas also offer high-tech treatments such as electrotherapy to tone sagging muscles.
For a slimmer, firmer softer body, there are similar treatments for the skin, along with toning massages, anti-fat and anti-cellulite wraps. Many spas also offer customised slimming diets and exercise regimens. These are most effective at destination spas where the focused and often isolated environment makes it easier to concentrate your efforts, spending days or even weeks achieving the goals you have set with your spa consultant.
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Relaxing & Anti-Stressing
It is common knowledge that too much stress is bad for you. Lab research has shown that animals under stress have higher incidences of cancer, stroke and heart attacks. Other ailments brought on by stress include difficulty sleeping at night and back and neck pain brought on by tension stored in the muscles.With a concentrated relaxation program, you are encouraged to lie back, let the stress out and the pleasure in, concentrating nothing but the pleasant physical sensations.
Massage and hydrotherapy encourage the muscles to relax and also increase circulation, which improves the flow of oxygen and nutrients to the cells. Specific essential oils used during the massages also have physiological and psychological effects, promoting a relaxed body and quiet mind.Some spas also include exercise and meditation as part of an overall relaxation program to help the body work out tension and calm the mind, respectively.
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Rejuvenating & Anti-Aging
If you’re feeling run down and suffer from persistent fatigue, a spa rejuvenation program could be just what you need. Barring diagnosable illness, the source of the problem is usually a combination of stress, bad diet, overwork, lack of exercise, improper breathing habits, and of course, overindulgence in the popular vices of cigarettes and alcohol.
A spa rejuvenation program can include a schedule of exercise, yoga to assist in the flow of body energies, a light, low-fat diet and meditation to encourage proper breathing and re-oxygenation. Essential oil massages can also stimulate your system while the massage action increases blood flow, bringing oxygen and nutrients to starved cells you didn’t know you had. Hydrotherapy is also employed for similar effects. The concentrated environment of the spa also has a beneficial effect, allowing you to forget the pressures of the world outside and concentrate purely on your body and mind.
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Health Retreats
These places tend to be very specialized in their approach to treating you, focussing on a specific kind of treatment over a long period of a week or more. Sometimes they are simple affairs with basic accommodation. They are usually somewhat isolated to encourage you to concentrate on the program. For some they can feel like a voluntary concentration camp, and may be a bit extreme, requiring a degree of self-discipline. It is important to know what you are getting into. One example of such a "spa" is one that administers a regimen of vitamins, fibre pills and regular enemas, with no food whatsoever, for up to 10 days - though there are other types that are far less frightening. This type is favoured by those who wish to lose weight quickly, detoxify their system, and/or quit drugs or alcohol.
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For more details on our SPA packages, mail us at info@patravels.com
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