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Wellness at Every Level Throughout The Islands of The Bahamas

Treasured Spas Offer Ideal Retreat

A relaxing getaway begins where “wits” end and a luxurious spa in The Islands Of The Bahamas is the perfect locale to recharge. This collection of picturesque islands is home to many world-class spas, surrounded by crystal-clear, turquoise waters and lush, green landscapes. A stroll along pristine Love Beach in Nassau or Pink Sand Beach on Harbour Island will surely relax the senses, but spas throughout The Bahamas present signature treatments that spoil guests with indigenous ingredients that bring harmony and balance back to life.

Nassau/Paradise Island

SPA, One & Only Ocean Club: The Spa at OneSPA, One&Only Ocean Club: The Spa at One&Only Ocean Club, a resort-style estate boasting infinity pools and colonial architecture, doesn’t simply offer massages, but ceremonies of indulgence performed at a serene spa villa in the privacy of a guest suite or ocean-view cabana. Every massage begins with a Floral Foot Wash, a symbolic cleansing to wash away the world and prepare for total relaxation. Balance and energy are then restored through choice treatments, including Elemis Aroma Stone Therapy, a therapeutic treatment where smooth, warmed rocks glide across the body and are placed at energy points to relieve stiffness and soreness, and the forehead-focused Ayurvedic Shiro Dhara. Shiro Dhara clears the mind and promotes deep calm by focusing on the “third eye,” the area located in the center of the forehead that acts as a gateway to total body rejuvenation. It begins with relaxing Ayurvedic stretches, followed by warm, aromatic oil poured onto the forehead in a gentle stream for twenty minutes.

Once harmony is restored, linger in the privacy of the lush villa garden and enjoy a Tea Ceremony with a selection of fresh fruit. Other pre- and post-treatment options include soaking in the whirlpool bath or experiencing the rewards of yoga with complimentary one-hour classes offered daily on the beach, where students learn how to incorporate yoga into daily life. For information or reservations, visit www.oneandonlyresorts.com or call (242) 363-2501.

THE MANDARA SPA, Atlantis, Paradise Island Resort: The Mandara Spa at the mega-resort, Atlantis, Paradise Island, offers a full menu of massages, facials, body treatments, aromatherapy treatments and salon services, all drawing on Mandara’s success in blending the unique qualities of Asian service and exotic spa treatments with a respect for natural beauty and a serene ambiance. The Mandara Spa uses natural health and beauty products, in addition to exotic oils that relax, replenish and rejuvenate. Send mind, body and soul into a heavenly state with “Journey to Joy,” a collection of treatments that begins with a light brushing to prepare and stimulate the skin for the Elemis Deep Tissue Muscle Massage for tired, overstressed muscles. The indulgence continues with an Elemis Aromapure Facial that cleanses the skin gently at the deepest level. The journey to joy ends with the Deluxe Tropical Manicure and Pedicure that softens the hands and feet.

Among the 24 treatment rooms are two tropical rain showers, a sauna, two steam rooms, a thalasotherapy pool, and men’s and women’s relaxation lounges with amenity services. With the recent opening of 600-room luxury, all-suite Cove Atlantis, The Mandara Spa and adjacent Fitness Area were significantly expanded, offering such innovative additions as Night Club Cycling and the Generation Y Spa for overscheduled, under-rewarded teens. For information or reservations, visit www.atlantis.com, www.thecoveatlantis.com or call (888) 528-7155.

RED LANE™ SPA, Sandals Royal Bahamian Spa Resort & Offshore Island: Several new elements enhance the exclusive Red Lane™ Spa at the all-inclusive Sandals Royal Bahamian Spa Resort RED LANE™ SPA, Sandals Royal Bahamian Spa Resort & Offshore Island: Several new elements enhance the exclusive Red Lane™ Spa at the all-inclusive Sandals Royal Bahamian Spa Resort & Offshore Island, including a Zen Island spa area on Sandals Cay, the resort’s private offshore island. Escape to this secluded paradise to melt stress away at the Asian-themed spa, now featuring massage tables adorned with Oriental pendants to increase serenity. Also a new addition, Chinese-inspired red chaise lounge cushions on beds of thatch palm blend the Asian theme with the true feel of the Caribbean. Back on land, the existing Red Lane™ Spa at Sandals Royal Bahamian has a new, 2,200-square foot facility with additional treatment rooms, including one for couples. A new salon with a tropical nail bar and several hair stations is ideal for special celebrations. For information or reservations, visit www.sandals.com or call (888) SANDALS.

SIVANANDA ASHRAM YOGA RETREAT: A true sanctuary of peace and natural beauty far from the hectic demands of everyday life, Sivananda Ashram Yoga Retreat is built around a semi-closed outdoor meditation temple. Spacious exercise platforms face the warm, blue-green water and cozy wooden cabins dot the grounds, surrounded by coconut grove. The retreat and its Yoga Vacation program are built around the practice of ancient yoga techniques for balanced living.

Days begin with early morning meditation, followed by joyful chanting, a spiritual talk or reading, and closing prayers. Next, comes an hour and a half session of asanas (yogic postures) and pranayama (yogic breathing techniques to invigorate the body and mind). After a vegetarian brunch and free time to study, swim, relax on the beach, or snorkel, the second asana/pranayama class of the day is held. Peaceful days lead into intriguing nights with presentations of music and dance. To learn more, call (800) 441-2096 or visit www.my-yoga.net.

NAMASTE WELLNESS CENTER: Namaste offers individuals a tranquil experience through classes, activities, and services dedicated to promoting the philosophy of physical and mental conditioning. The center’s Stress Management Programs include Hatha Yoga, which prepares the mind and body for the practice of higher meditation, Prenatal Yoga, and Mindfulness, where participants learn how to relieve stress by being present in the “here and now” and disciplining the mind and body.

Namaste’s Pilates/Yoga Studio features classes such as Group Mat for women, Pilates for men, Standing Pilates w/Weights, Reformer/Apparatus Instruction, Pilates-Infused Yoga and Yoga Classes for adults. Namaste also has special programs designed for children and will soon introduce a private studio gym with state-of-the-art cardiovascular and resistance equipment. To learn more, call (242) 327-3808.

Grand Bahama Island

SENSES SPA, Radisson Our Lucaya Resort and Reef Village at Our Lucaya: The 25,000-square foot Senses Spa & Fitness Center is nestled among a lush landscape that beacons visitors to forget their troubles and relax. Island-inspired signature treatments slim, soften, detoxify, purify or polish with the benefit of native gammalami and cuscuate bush tonics. Water treatments at Senses Spa include submerged massages, rain massages and hydro baths in seaweed, sea salt or algae.
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The latest techniques in ancient Thai massage and Thai reflexology provide a complete body healing experience, but are localized with the incorporation of indigenous ingredients to Grand Bahama Island and its sea, such as white sage, bay geranium, and even Bahamian rum – a favorite island healer. For information or reservations, call (866) 870-7148 or visit www.ourlucaya.com.

THE SPA VILLAGE, Old Bahama Bay:  A luxury-suite resort on Grand Bahama’s secluded West End, Old Bahama Bay has created a spa concept that ties the Bahamian history of voyaging to the contemporary concept of self-exploration. Opening in late 2007, Voyages spa presents three journeys: sea journeys for the mind, island journeys for the body, and celestial journeys for the spirit. Sea journeys involve thalassotherapy treatments which afford the healing powers found in seawater and plankton. Island journeys utilize the natural environment for exercise, activities and exploration. Celestial journeys provide the opportunity to explore meditation, astrology, astronomy, palm reading and star charting.

With six treatment rooms and one couple’s massage room – all “floating” over water – Voyages will be an element of Old Bahama Bay’s Spa Village – a sanctuary which includes meditation areas adjacent to the ocean; a yoga pavilion; Zen Garden; outdoor deck with fireplace, relaxation and lap pools; interior gardens with hammocks; and a Spa Café. For information or reservations, visit www.oldbahamabay.com or call (800) 572-5711.

The Out Islands

ELEMIS SPA, Abaco Club at Winding Bay: The European-style Elemis Spa at the members-only but visitor-friendly Abaco Club at Winding Bay features exclusive Elemis products and treatments including a Japanese Facial, Lime and Ginger Salt Glow, Strawberry Herbal Back Cleanse, and an Aroma Ocean Wrap. Elemis, an aromatherapy based formula, uses the riches of the natural world with an advanced scientific range of medicinal and active therapeutic plant abstracts and essential oils. The spa also provides an excellent fitness and cardio studio with state-of-the-art equipment and breathtaking views of the Winding Bay beach. For information, visit www.abacoclub.com or call (888) 303-2765.

SACRED WEEKS: Relax and release at Sacred Weeks, a wellness program on Great Guana Cay in Abaco, led by experts with more than 25 years of experience in body awareness. Sacred Week’s Yoga Vacation slows life down, so focus is on the areas inside the body that are holding stress. Gentle, poolside yoga practices provide a release without strain and instructor Paula Selmayr’s Svaroopa® yoga works deep in the spine through subtle poses with the use of props. Healthy meals made of local fish and seafood aid in rejuvenation, while a variety of organized activities, including kayaking and snorkeling, complete the vacation experience. To learn more, visit www.sacredweek.com.

THE SPA, Four Seasons Great Exuma at Emerald Bay: The Spa at the luxurious Four Seasons Great Exuma specializes in homeopathic spa therapies, using natural salts extracted from local salt beds and indigenous herbs, flowers and oils to relax the body and activate its natural healing processes. The 32,000-square foot spa is anchored by a tranquil garden to lounge after receiving the signature Bahamian Cooling Aloe Wrap, a treatment with Exuma’s commonly found aloe as its main ingredient. Healing begins with a gentle body toning, followed with a cool layer application of pure aloe gel with essential oils of lavender and tea tree. As the body is then wrapped, a face and scalp massage is performed. For information or reservations, visit www.fourseasons.com/greatexuma, or call (800) 819-5053.

THE SPA, Kamalame Cay: The Spa at Kamalame Cay, an exclusive, ocean-side hideaway on Andros, is the perfect refuge from the fast-paced, high stress world of today – a place to concentrate on restoring and rejuvenating body, mind and soul. The experienced Spa team personalizes a unique package of treatments to ensure maximum benefit and complete relaxation from every visit. Stressed visitors are encouraged to consume coffee in a new way, with the Coffee Body Scrub, a 50-minute treatment where freshly ground premium beans are used to smooth, polish and refine the skin while refreshing and elevating moods. After exfoliating, a natural moisturizing mixture is applied. For information or reservations, visit www.kamalame.com or call (800) 790-7971.

An ideal destination for travelers of all interests, the 700 Islands Of The Bahamas attract visitors with world-class diving and fishing, beautiful turquoise water and miles of picture perfect beaches. Island-life, from the non-stop excitement and entertainment of Nassau/Paradise Island and Grand Bahama Island to the laid-back lifestyle of the Out Islands, comes in a variety of flavors for discerning travelers yet draped in one colorful Bahamian backdrop. To escape from the intensity of everyday life, call 1-800-Bahamas or visit www.bahamas.com.

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Bahamas Ministry of Tourism
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