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Spa 101

Are you thinking about going to a spa and aren't sure what to expect? Has someone given you a gift certificate? The articles here will answer all your questions about spa treatments and tricky questions of spa etiquette.
First Time At The Spa
First time at the spa? This article will give you an idea of what to expect.
What is a Spa, Anyway?
Spas are everywhere lately. What are they exactly? What do they do? And what should you watch out for?
Different Types of Spas
Day? Destination? Resort? Learn more about the different types of spas.
How Much Will A Spa Cost?
Get an idea how much a massage or facial costs, and what you can expect to pay for a spa vacation.
Spa Etiquette: Stripping and Tipping
Do you have to take your clothes off for a massage? And how much should you tip?
Choosing A Spa Treatment
Even the tiniest day spa can offer a dizzying number of services. Should you get the aromatherapy or the purifying facial? A salt scrub or a mud wrap? Paraffin or algae for your body wrap?
Buying A Spa Gift Certificate
Spa gift certificates are a popular choice for Christmas, birthdays, Valentine’s Day and Mother’s Day. Here are the answers to all your questions about buying spa gift certificates, including where to get them, and what to look out for.
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