| Do you feel like you need a break? Is your workweek | | | | five-star spa. |
| starting to become too much? Do you need a way to | | | | Refreshments are also key, and sticking to theme can |
| relieve that mounting stress? Luckily, there's an | | | | best be accomplished by purchasing herbal teas or |
| answer: Spa Parties. Unfortunately, with gas prices | | | | juices for your guests. Various appetizers and finger |
| skyrocketing (and no end in sight), it looks as though a | | | | foods can also help make your spa party one to |
| day at the spa just isn't feasible. Fortunately, bringing | | | | remember. Keeping the food simple, healthy and easy |
| the ambiance and relaxation of a spa into your home | | | | will add to the home spa experience. |
| is as easier than you think. | | | | To really transform your home into the ultimate spa, |
| First, you''l have to decide what type of spa party | | | | re-arranging furniture is a necessity. Move things |
| you're interested in. It's always good to be organized, | | | | around to create open spaces, and leave only |
| and planning a home spa party is no different. While | | | | comfortable seating for your guests. |
| hiring a masseuse may give you the premium | | | | Last but not least, keep your guests entertained! |
| experience, trading places with guests is more | | | | Switch up activities; go from massages to manicures |
| cost-effective and quite possibly much more fun. | | | | to yoga and back. You want this to be an |
| Candles are a necessity; setting the mood becomes | | | | unforgettable, relaxing afternoon. Most of all, remember |
| difficult without them. A CD mix of relaxing music is | | | | to have fun! The task may seem daunting, but if you |
| also suggested, what's better than a massage while | | | | do just a little bit of homework you can make your |
| listening to ambient nature sounds? Nothing. It's the | | | | home the most relaxing environment your friends have |
| peak of relaxation. Throw in a few fresh flowers and | | | | ever visited! |
| your home will practically be transformed into a | | | | |