SpaFinder Magazine has recently released their predictions for the spa industry in 2009. Everything from energy medicine, medical and spa tourism, and spas going even greener. Here are just a few of their top 10 predictions for 2009.
Energy Medicine – terms like ‘qi (chi),’ ‘prana,’ ‘chakras’ and ‘doshas’ have been used in the spa sector, and the healing arts associated with them have been practiced in Eastern philosophies for centuries.  The emphasis is on clearing imbalances in a body’s energy field to promote healing of body, mind and spirit. Interesting spa examples are emerging, such as bite-size doses of energy …read more

Put the “pa” in spa on June 15 and reward your Dad by letting him experience a little pampering for himself.
The Absolute Spa was the first spa in Canada to cater to men specifically, with the 2005 launch of the Y Spa for Men located in the Fairmont Hotel Vancouver. The Y Spa also features one of the first professional men’s complete spa skincare lines.
Here are some treatments for that special guy in your life…
Spa-pa-pa
Experience Absolute’s Y Spa Gentlemen’s Facial, a traditional facial that uses the finest Y Spa for Men products. Absolute’s staff will personally cater the facial to meet …read more

A Mother is beautiful in her patience, in her wisdom and in her love, so why not give her the gift of health at the Pantages Spa.
They believe that one day a year does not do justice for what Mother’s do, therefore, they are celebrating Mother’s Day for the entire month of May.
MOTHERS TO BE PACKAGE
Indulge a Mother-to-be with a Pre-natel massage customized for her, followed by a Vanilla-Sugar pedicure. If she hasn’t seen her feet in awhile, allow them to buff, groom and polish them.
$119 Monday-Thursday
$149 Friday-Sunday
YUMMY MUMMY ON THE GO PACKAGE
This package is ideal for the mom on the go with …read more

Refreshing April showers bring May flowers and a month of celebrating women and the joy of mothering, sistering and friendship. Celebrate the special women in your life by treating them to a glorious experience at sweetgrass. Sweetgrass has two delicious options to choose from:
Special 1:
Be pampered head to toe with these fantastic treatments:
2 Calm the Environment Facials
2 60-minute Swedish massage
2 Manicures
…then enjoy a specially created spa lunch from George Restaurant.
$278.00 per person
Or
Special 2:
Enjoy Lavender Lush Manicure and Pedicure treatments whilst sipping on a specially created Sweetgrass martini.
$125.00 per person
www.sweetgrassspa.ca

Just like everyone else in the city, I have been ready for summer for months now. And since it’s just around the corner, I can get ready for it with Camden Spa’s little slice of summer bliss – the cool mini spa package.
The package begins with a 60-minute Replenishing Body Therapy Treatment which consists of a stimulating Lime and Shea Butter-Based Body Scrub for a complete neck-to-toe body exfoliation. They then apply a calming Lavender-infused treatment masque for a complete de-stressing effect. This body treatment is topped off by a rich body cream blended with exotic essential oils.
Following the body treatment, your toes will …read more

Show Mom you care this Mother’s Day and treat her to the Celebrate Mom Mother’s Day Package from Erin Mills Town Centre. 
The Celebrate Mom Mother’s Day Package (retail value $150) includes:
a pretty Mother of Pearl pendant with necklace
your choice of either a FREE 1st phase microdermabrasion OR an Herbal Bliss Treatment at Caryl Baker Visage (or upgrade to a full 3-phase microdermabrasion treatment for only $50 more)
a duo of milk and dark truffles from Laura Secord
This  package is only $25 (cash only), and the net proceeds benefit The Credit Valley Hospital Foundation. Quantities are limited so visit the Erin Mills Guest Services …read more

www.vikaspa.com

Recently Faisal and I took a trip to Montréal, partly for business, and partly for just pure relaxation.  And what could be more relaxing than visiting a spa? 

Spa Eastman Île des Soeurs, part of the Spa Eastman family, offers a wide selection of treatments in the most stylish of surroundings. Have you ever been to a spa that has its walls draped in artwork?  Here you are can enjoy a beverage and the work of Céline Brossard and Hélène Tremblay, before you are led to your treatment room or salon chair. How lovely.

With 5 treatment rooms for massage and esthetique treatments, and a hair …read more

May 11 is fast approaching. It is the day to honour moms. The bold, brave, beautiful leading ladies in our lives give gentle care, sound advice and bring out our best. Let Wendy Lisogar-Cocchia and her team at Absolute Spa muster a big-mother package for your formidable momsy.
“Need a little help to give a little something back and bring out your mom’s best?” asks Lisogar-Cocchia. “We are here to help you delight the moms in your life with treats and treatments they will never forget.”
Say it with Flowers
Your fresh-take on the standard bouquet, Absolute Spa suggests a signature Rose Renew …read more

Let Mom know how special she is with a relaxing getaway to Poets Cove Resort & Spa on tranquil Pender Island. 
  
Their two night Island Indulgence Spa Package includes accommodation in a Lodge Room or two bedroom Villa or Cottage, and $200 credit for spa services. What mother would not love that?
Lodge Room $598   Villa $858   Cottages from $898
Rates are based on Single/Double occupancy in a Lodge Room and up to quad occupancy in a Villa or Cottage.  One $200 credit per package.  Subject to availability and applicable taxes.
Call 1-888-512-7638 or reservations@poetscove.com
Image: Poets Cove