Spa and Health

A summer island such as Rhodes is a place of energy, where there is as much activity in the night as there is by day. However, once energy is spent, one may be in need of a more methodical and hands-on approach in relaxation, other than just lying around in bed or sunbathing in the beach.

For this, Rhodes supplies a variety of spa and health centers around the island. Most luxury and boutique hotels have one, at the very least.

One of the constant top-rankers in world-class level spas is the Aldemar, hailed as one of the best centers for thalassotherapy, a spa treatment that makes use of seawater and seaweed. It also has a most luxurious Oriental hammam, which is mostly engaged in by couples. Their other treatments include slimming, toning, anti-aging and sports injuries; and compared to most other luxury spas, its prices are quite reasonable. It also has 12 private treatment rooms supported by a full staff of beauty specialists, masseuses, and top-of-the-line equipment for treatments.

Those who look for nothing but tranquility, will greatly enjoy the Blue Palace Spa, which has won many awards for its exceptional service. They offer open air massage treatments in the pavilion which enables their client to relax with a majestic view of the Aegean sea. They also have marble Turkish steam baths, indoor and outdoor whirlpools and several thalassotherapy pools.

Those looking for a more exotic experience will want to opt for the Elixir Spa, which offers treatments made by specialists in Ayurvedic, a form of ancient Indian health care. They also offer a honey therapy, thalasso body elixirs, energizing drainage massage, and refloxogy.

Those who enjoy mud therapies will have a blast at Santorini, where volcanic streams pass through the mineral rich rocks to enhance the spa’s waters. It is located at a cliffside, providing great views of the sea, and they offer plenty of treatments. These include algae and volcanic mud wraps, massages, soaks and detox.

So when your energy is drained and you need a fixer-upper to get you back in the scene, try one of these spas, and you’re sure to get back to bouncing after a good session.