Spa-Savvy Tips for a
Stress-Free Spa Vacation

As the ultimate spa “insider”, the Willow Stream Spa Concierge shares her 10 secrets for a stress-free spa vacation.
Willow Stream’s Girlfriend Spa Concierge says:

1. Schedule a massage for the first evening of your getaway.  Willow Stream’s Jet Lag Recovery (60 or 90 minutes, $175 or $269 USD) will soothe your weary body and help you unwind, so you can really begin to relax on vacation.

2. Instead of stressing about what to pack—hiking boots? Bathing suit? Swim cap?—just ask Willow Stream’s Girlfriend Spa Concierge ahead of time.  Fairmont President’s Club members can also request Fairmont Fit adidas shoes and apparel for use during their stay. This saves having to pack your running shoes to make extra room for your great pumps.

3. It's okay to admit that you don't like everything—some find sea-salt scrubs too abrasive. Let your Girlfriend Spa Concierge know ahead of time. Also, be sure to inquire about your treatment’s ingredients beforehand. Lavender may be lovely, but citrus might not be right for you.

4. Be open-minded about unusual offerings—they can be fantastic. Willow Stream offers signature and authentic, locally-inspired experiences like the Desert Purification experience, which is inspired by the time-honored traditions of Native American culture and renews the skin and spirit (90 minutes, $279 USD).

5. Make it personal and let your therapist know what your likes and dislikes are before the experience begins. Willow Stream Energy Masters are experts at customizing each face and body treatment to suit their guests’ individual needs.

6. Don't forget to ask about the length of your experience.  Some swear by a two-hour minimum, while others experience pure magic in 90 minutes.

7. When booking excursions, remember to ask about all the details. The Grand Canyon is five hours away, so you will need ample travel time to see one of the world’s wonders.

8. When choosing your spa experiences or activities, consider something you wouldn’t normally do at home, whether it’s rock-climbing, hiking, yoga or just plain sitting still.

9. If fitness is important to you and you love to take classes, ask Willow Stream’s Girlfriend Spa Concierge to schedule your spa experiences with regards to class times so you don’t miss out on your favorite activities. Same goes with Willow Stream spa’s relaxation areas—make sure you have enough time to savor the serenity of alone time.

10. If your therapist is in the mood to chat and you just want some quiet time, simply close your eyes for a polite and universal way to inner peace.

Willow Stream A Fairmont Spa

No two Willow Stream Spas are alike. Willow Stream A Fairmont Spa has created ten signature locations –Fairmont Scottsdale (Arizona), The Fairmont Turnberry Isle Resort & Club (Florida), The Fairmont Banff Springs (Alberta, Canada), The Fairmont Empress (Victoria, British Columbia), The Fairmont Southampton (Bermuda), The Fairmont Acapulco Princess (Mexico), The Fairmont Dubai (United Arab Emirates), Fairmont Mayakoba in the heart of the Riviera Maya near Playa del Carmen, Fairmont Le Montreux Palace (Montreux, Switzerland) and Fairmont Singapore (Asia). Guests can learn more about each spa at www.willowstream.com.

Opening in 2009 and beyond: Beijing, China; Monte Carlo, Monaco; Vancouver, Canada; Cairo, Egypt; Abu Dhabi, UAE; Kunshan, China; Zimbali, South Africa. 

Fairmont Hotels & Resorts

A leader in the global hospitality industry, Fairmont Hotels & Resorts is an extraordinary collection of luxury hotels, which includes iconic landmarks like Fairmont Le Château Frontenac in Québec City, Fairmont The Norfolk, Nairobi and London’s The Savoy, reopening in 2009. Fairmont hotels are one-of-a-kind properties where sophisticated travelers can discover culturally rich experiences that are authentic to the destination. Situated in some of the most exclusive and pristine areas in the world, Fairmont is committed to responsible tourism and is an industry leader in sustainable hotel management with its award-winning Green Partnership program. Fairmont's portfolio includes 56 distinctive hotels, with plans to develop over 25 new properties in the coming years in destinations as diverse as Shanghai, Morocco and Anguilla.

Fairmont is owned by Fairmont Raffles Hotels International, a leading global hotel company with 91 hotels worldwide under the Raffles, Fairmont and Swissôtel brands. The company also manages Fairmont and Raffles branded Residences, Estates and luxury private residence club properties.  For more information or reservations, please call 1-800-441-1414 or visit www.fairmont.com.