Spa Week is a nation-wide promotional event where participating spas offer select spa treatments for just $50. Here's everything you need to know to make the most of Spa Week -- and a few things to watch out for!
When Is Spa Week?
Spa Week takes place in the spring and the fall in the U.S. and Canada. The next Spa Week will be in the spring of 2010.
How Do I Find Out Which Spas Are Participating and What They're Offering During Spa Week?
You have to register at Spaweek.com to get access to the listings. They usually go up a few weeks before Spa Week is set to begin. Log in, then click on your city or state to see a list of participating spas and the treatments they offer. Once you see a treatment you want, call the spa directly to make your reservation. The spa will ask for your credit card number to secure the reservation.
Can I Get Any Treatment I Want for $50 During Spa Week?
No. Each spa chooses two or three treatments to offer, not the whole menu. It could be massage, body polish, facial, a spa manicure or pedicure, microdermabrasion, photo facial or a Brazilian wax.
How Do I Get The Best Deals Out Of Spa Week?
Look at what kind of service it is and how long it lasts. Some are 30 minutes and some are 60-minutes, but they both cost $50. Check out the regular price on the spa menu to find out how much of a discount it is. I noticed one spa in New York City normally charges $48 for a sixty-minute spa, so the $50 offer was actually higher!
Why Do Spas Participate in Spa Week?
They hope you'll to try the spa, like it, then come back and pay full price. Sometimes the spa offers treatments like microdermabrasion or photo facials that are best done as a series. However, not every spa in your city will participate. Sometimes the best-known ones feel they don't need the publicity.
What If I Cancel My Spa Week Appointment?
Cancellation policies vary, so check when you're booking your Spa Week treatment. If you let them know early that you need to cancel or reschedule, it shouldn't be a problem. If you cancel at the last-minute or don't show up, you will be charged.
Is there a limit to the Number of $50 Spa Treatments I Can Try During Spa Week?
No. You can try as many treatments as you want. But your body has limits. Don't get two facials or two microdermabrasion sessions in one week. It's not good for your skin. Instead, try treatments that complement each other like facial, a body treatment, and a massage.
How Much Should I Tip?
Tip 15-20% on the full value of the service, not on the $50 you're being charged. Spa Week customers have developed an unfortunate reputation for undertipping or not tipping at all, which is a breach of good spa etiquette.
