There are times in life when a quick shoulder rub, no matter how good the therapist is, just won't do. One hour later you're bounced back into the real world as if you never left it. Like Cinderella's beautiful ballroom clothes, the feeling of relaxation disappears as soon as the clock strikes. Like magic, it evaporates as if it never happened.
What you really need is to step off planet Earth for a day or two. Imagine a world without noisy televisions, traffic and, of course, the dreaded Blackberry. A place where you can spend your days with your squeaky clean scrubbed, massaged body cocooned in a fluffy white dressing gown and slippers while being gently guided by experts through beautifully scented, peaceful treatment rooms. Light music plays in the background as you sip freshly squeezed fruit juices and flip through the latest glossy magazines. The most stressful decision is whether to steam or jacuzzi first.
But jet lag and travel time are not conducive to relaxation - you need a place nearby that will give you the feeling you're a million miles away. So don't bother getting on a plane. Instead, look closer to home. There are destination spas on your doorstep, designed to offer a full spa experience combined with five-star accommodation and nearby attractions.
Victorian Spa, Hong Kong Disneyland Hotel
Say goodbye to the modern world and step into the elegant Victorian era at the Hong Kong Disneyland Hotel. The spa provides a truly rejuvenating experience: designed to be Hong Kong's first destination spa, its ambience, treatments and exceptional therapists offer a sanctuary of pure relaxation and an ideal getaway for those seeking solace from busy city life.
The treatment rooms are named after essential oils, including lovely lavender, pure peppermint, and luscious lemon and lime, and they're scented accordingly.
