NATIONAL SPA WEEK (19 – 27 SEPTEMBER 2009)

Looking out of the window at the dreary grey skies, it seems that summer has definitely drawn a close on 2009. Dreams of an Indian summer or a last-minute heatwave have long gone; the heating is now on as the evening’s get darker and the days shorter. I am almost about to google ‘SAD Light Lamps’ to help me escape the misery of cold, drizzly Autumns when I discover that today, this week is National Spa Week and there is plenty of pampering I can do to cheer myself up.

Wellness website, Wahanda has joined up with the Spa Business Association as the official online partner for National Spa Week. During this week (from 19^th to 27^th September), there are hundreds of spa offers to be found wherever you live; from free pilates sessions to 2-4-1 short break deals or cut-price salon treatments.

All these deals can be accessed at www.wahanda.com where you can choose from a huge list of free or inexpensive therapies to truly spoil you. As the sun hides behind England’s droopy clouds, relax in a mediation room, have an invigorating massage or enquire about the latest skin treatments, if not to indulge in, then to prove that the summer sun needn’t mean the end to your golden visage and fit and healthy body.

There are plenty of different options to have your pick at: from free botox consultations or powerplate sessions in London to free skin health analysis therapies in Manchester. Available in cities all over the UK, National Spa Week gives you discounts on the most exclusive and indulgent of salons and spa breaks including the famous Champneys, Dove Spa and The Sanctuary.

Wahanda, the ultimate in spa websites, also offers need-to-know information about treatments, salons, classes and the latest wellbeing trends. Find out what there is available nearby, where you can find your nearest hair salon or how to spend a birthday weekend and indulge in the fun and relaxing wellness treatments and activities.

As the shops hastily stack their shelves with wrapping paper, tinsel and inflatable santas, what better excuse is there to join in this premature festive period then by enjoying some pre-party season beauty and pampering treatments. For those wanting to look your best at those Christmas parties then snap up these exclusive deals this week only, and begin your journey to sparkling festive beauty. Visit: www.wahanda.com/seasonal/national-spa-week

Words Natasha Al-Atassi