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Needs & Objectives
 Do
you want a place to relax for a couple of hours or are you
hoping to combine relaxation with a weekend getaway? If you
intend to just pop by the spa once every fortnight or even
a few times a week, a day spa in town or near your work place
is right for you. But if you are planning to wakeboard, sunbathe
or engage in other activities just like while on a holiday,
a resort or hotel spa would be it. Phytomer in Rasa Sentosa
Resort is a good example of a resort spa.
If
you are looking to keep up with your fitness routine while
pampering yourself, look for a spa which has its own gym facilities.
All in all, the objectives of visiting a spa differ for every
individual. One thing to note is that spa-goers should not
see spas as an immediate cure-for-all. The benefits of visiting
one will come gradually and should be seen as a preventive
rather as a curative measure.
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Unisex or women spa
Previously,
spas used to cater to women clients solely. But in recent
years, male spa-goers are on the rise. Currently, the client
make-up in spas is 40/60 (males versus females). But in time
to come, the proportion will rise to be 50/50, says Mr Peter
Sng, President of ISPA (International Spa Association) Asia
Pacific Chapter and the SPA (Spa Association of Singapore).
With this rise comes the popularity of unisex spas.
Just
as some may squirm at the thought of an Ally McBeal's unisex
toilet, a unisex spa can put some people off. After all, who
wants to risk accidentally disrobing in front of the opposite
sex? But visiting unisex spas may not be as uncomfortable,
as you think as most of them has separate sets of facilities
for the sexes. For example, there is a clear distinction of
changing rooms, steam and sauna rooms for males and females.
If
one of those who complain of a lack of dating spots in Singapore,
try the spa. Dim lighting, cosy ambience, soft music and throw
in a relaxing, sensuous massage - you've got the perfect recipe
for intimacy with your loved one. Spas now have special packages
for couples to do their treatments and massages together in
special rooms. The feeling of intimacy and togetherness will
give you a very strong sense of bonding and rejuvenation.
You will feel that you're in it together, building a relationship
together.
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Facilities & Environment
 A
check with the many different spas shows throws up the following
facilities: Saunas
or steam rooms, therapeutic spa pools, jacuzzis, massage and
facial rooms are usually in
place.  Now
spas
even cater to the body-conscious by including a gym. You can
also be sure of having your personal lockers, shower and dressing
facilities, too.
Besides
the basic facilities, choose a spa with a relaxing environment.
An ideal spa should
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be
peaceful and tranquil with soothing music and lighting
to calm your senses in preparation for the treatments.
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be
clean and uncluttered, with pleasant scents
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have
privacy
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have
caring & non-obtrusive therapists and service attendants
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 Treatments
are usually carried out in separate rooms. For convenience
and privacy, most treatment rooms come equipped with a bath
or shower room for you to change, shower and freshen up before
and after the treatments. Do call up beforehand to check if
you need to bring along your own toiletries and towel, although
most respectable spas do provide them, with some even going
the mile to provide you with make-up so that you can get ready
for a party or a good night out with friends after an invigorating
experience.
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