Before diving into my spa review, I wanted to let everyone know this will be my last post for Spa Hopper. While I’ve enjoyed sharing with everyone my spa experiences and news, my life is going to take a major step in the corporate world and, though I’ll definitely need to go to a spa […]
Catering to Kids: Spas Offer Special Treatments for Teens
Being a teenager today can be especially stressful. Between typical teen angst such as tough tests, peer pressure, acne and boy problems, there’s also online bullying and social-media overload. The teenage demographic is certainly one that’s in need of a little downtown and relaxation. Thankfully, many spas have recognized this need and are offering treatments […]
Rocky Gap Casino and Resort
I made the trek to the Rocky Gap Casino and Resort in Cumberland, Maryland to celebrate a close friend’s milestone birthday. Taking only three guests with her, of which I was one, we were a small party of four and happy to have some time away from reality. Though it was the dead of winter […]
Spa Week Celebrates 10 Years of Great Deals
This is the perfect time of year to come out of hibernation and get your skin in the best possible shape for spring. After spending the winter covered up in sweaters and mittens, we’re ready to shed those layers and welcome warmth. However, winter can be brutal on skin, so many of us might need […]
Going to the Dogs – Spa Treatments for People and Their Pets
There’s no doubt about it: We love our pets. We buy them the latest and greatest toys and equipment from expensive pet stores, invest in the best pet food and take them to groomers to make them look and smell great. Wouldn’t it be great, you may think, to take your pampered pet to the […]
International Women’s Day Celebrations that Inspire and Soothe the Soul
On March 8, people all over the world will be celebrating a special holiday – International Women’s Day. This is a day that’s been set aside to pay tribute to the economic, social and political achievements of women throughout history, as well as looking forward to the future and what can be done to further […]
Twice as Nice – Couples Spa Treatments
If you’re part of a couple, you know that it’s nice to take an interest in the other’s favorite pastimes, even if you’re into horses and he’s more into horsepower. It’s also a good idea to take regular vacations or adventurous trips together to keep the romance going. One thing you may not have tried, […]
Mindfulness Massage Helps You Get Back in Touch With Yourself
Spas are a haven for people who are stressed out, busy and overscheduled. Who isn’t, these days? Our plugged-in world makes it hard to really relax sometimes, even when at the spa. You worry about an upcoming meeting, your child’s problems at school, an impending visit from the in-laws – your mind just can’t seem […]
Sweet Treats for Chocoholics at the Spa at Hotel Hershey
February has seemingly become synonymous with chocolate. It’s not only those heart-shaped boxes filled with little squares of bliss for Valentine’s Day, it’s also chocolate festivals, chocolate-themed travel packages and yes, chocolate spa treatments. It all sounds – and smells! – good to me. What better way to break up the monotony of winter than […]
Moroccan Oil Provides an Exotic Experience
Wouldn’t it be nice to escape the brutal onslaught of winter to the hot, sunny climes of a place like Morocco? In a way, you can. It seems like anywhere you go nowadays, you see and hear about Moroccan oil products, both for hair and body. Hair treatments promise to restore shine, moisture and luster […]