We all need a little time out, selfishly for ourselves especially with the general chaos of today's society demands for order and peace of mind. Many are seen taking short vacations to neighbouring countries not only for a holiday but to a spa retreat as well. With most customers leading stressful lives, holiday destination not only serves as a vacation but as a time to get one's health back to its peak. Customers are now keen on health programs that they can escape to and should also be conveniently located.

The main concept of a spa is not only to provide customers with massage therapy, hydrotherapy, facial etc but this days spas have also incorporated the expertise of dieticians and nutritionists. Chefs are hired to prepare meals that are not only healthy but appetizing and satisfying as well. Several spas also offer a whole range of services that include recreational activities and even health education programs. With such a spa menu, customers' can rest assured that they will be taken care of from head to toe.

It is proven that spa treatments offered in spa menus can help reduce and relieve negative stress and health ailments such as stress, muscle tension, heart condition and skin diseases. There are endless possibilities and benefits towards such treatments and they are specially designed for individual needs by expert nutritionists and instructors. Customers will notice an improvement in health and will definitely bring back with them health regimes and lessons that they can do at home improving and changing their overall lifestyle.

Because of the increasing demand for spas, its industry continues to grow, creating a balance in operation, design and principals. You'll be able to choose from luxurious boutique spas, destination spas today spas - one for your ever need. After all, spas are created to pamper you, placing your health as their first priority.

In order to pick the right spa for yourself, here are a few tips that will help you make the right plunge to self-indulgence.

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1.      What are your main goals? To lose weight, detox or just getting a relaxing treatment? Know your priority so you can choose the perfect treatment. There are also outdoor experiences that you may want to include in your spa treatment. Needless to say, spa menu varies so it is important to know your objectives.

2.      Spas in resorts and hotels tend to book up quickly so do make advance booking.

3.      State your request for either a male or female therapists. Most spa goers do not mind but since your main intention of going to a spa is to relax and if you're not comfortable with your therapist then it would defeat the purpose.

4.      Find out the location of the spa. You may want a more intimate atmosphere that overlooks beautiful outdoor scenery. There are spas that offer a leisurely walk and lunch at their holistic garden.

5.      How important is a luxurious spa facility? Less expensive ones usually just have the basics. You may want to try a more adventurous treatment such as hot stone treatment.

Finding the right spa really depends on what YOU are looking for. Look through our top ten list and you might just find one ideal for YOURSELF.

1.      Spa Botanica

The Sentosa Resort & Spa

www.spabotanica.com

2.      Aviva Spa

Aranda Country Club

www.avivaspa.com 

3.      RafflesAmrita Spa

Raffles The Plaza

www.amritaspa.com

4.     HelioAsia

Paragon

www.helioasia.com

5.      The Oriental Spa

Marina Square

www.mandarinoriental.com/singapore/spa/

6.     The Retreat Spa & Thalasso Centre

Changi Village Hotel

www.theretreat.com.sg

7.      The medSpa

Camden Medical Centre

www.medspa.com.sg

8.      Earth Sanctuary Day Spa

Club Street

www.earthsanctuary.com.sg

9.      The Asian Spa

Fullerton Hotel

www.aspara.com.sg

10.      True Spa

Cuppage Road