City: Atlanta, GA

Category: Health Care

Telephone: (404) 255-8388

Description: OK, so spas probably aren’t what you think of immediately when you hear “health care.” But with your busy life, de-stressing is essential, and what better way to rid the body and soul of built-up toxins, grease and grime, anger, and anxiety than to lie back, relax, and receive a wide range of massages, facials, body treatments, and aromatherapy at one of the many salons in and around Atlanta? The office, the kids, and the boss just disappear as muscles unwind while the massage therapists skillfully soothe away the stress. Try a therapeutic body wrap or body polish. Treat your feet to reflexology, a massage technique designed to de-stress your whole self by manipulating pressure points on your tootsies. If you need these services to stay sane, start saving now because spa treatments are not inexpensive. Pricing is as diverse as the facilities, and many spas offer samplers and full- and half-day packages that combine several services. Holiday packages are special bargains, and if you bring friends with you, ask for a discount. The Spa at Château Élan offers one-night sleepover packages, and a luxury week can cost as much as a year’s tuition at the local community college. But you’ll feel like a million when you go home!