Many people prefer holidays in Spas as it gives them the chance to not only get away from the humdrum of daily life, but also to pamper themselves completely, really getting rid of that muscle tension that slowly builds up without us realising it.
It is common also to use the Spas as ways to treat medical conditions, the hot springs and salt baths can provide amazing alternative medicinal properties for some people.
The word Spa comes from the Belgian town called Spa which is renowned for its healing waters. In continental Europe a spa was called ville d'eau (town of water). It is used mainly for places that offer hydrotherapy and is noted as being very good for your health. Many professional athletes and top celebrities will insist that the spa is the place to be to experience the true feeling of relaxation.
It is common also to use the Spas as ways to treat medical conditions, the hot springs and salt baths can provide amazing alternative medicinal properties for some people.
The word Spa comes from the Belgian town called Spa which is renowned for its healing waters. In continental Europe a spa was called ville d'eau (town of water). It is used mainly for places that offer hydrotherapy and is noted as being very good for your health. Many professional athletes and top celebrities will insist that the spa is the place to be to experience the true feeling of relaxation.
Italy has some exceptionally beautiful Spas including that of "Etruria Resort" in Montepulciano which offers its own hotel alongside the Spa. Spas have been popular in Italy since Ancient Roman times when it was the 'Rich' people that were privileged enough to go to the 'proper' ones. Thankfully these days you don't have to be of noble or wealthy origin to be privileged enough to be allowed to visit a Spa. Sometimes however, the steep pricing for just a room for 2 can put people off the idea of going away on a break.
So here's a thought...why not rent a villa instead? Plan that getaway with the girls and feel glamorous or take the entire family on a holiday, and while Mum goes and gets pampered in the nearby day Spa, Dad can go and play a round of Golf or take the children Horse Riding. Then in the afternoon, the whole family can sit outdoors and dine together, while enjoying the magical scenery of the Tuscan countryside.
Some Villas that offer these activities nearby are Villa Laura, Villa Carolina e Podere Pievina. Otherwise, if you are looking for something else, see our full list of Tuscany villas for rent.
So here's a thought...why not rent a villa instead? Plan that getaway with the girls and feel glamorous or take the entire family on a holiday, and while Mum goes and gets pampered in the nearby day Spa, Dad can go and play a round of Golf or take the children Horse Riding. Then in the afternoon, the whole family can sit outdoors and dine together, while enjoying the magical scenery of the Tuscan countryside.
Some Villas that offer these activities nearby are Villa Laura, Villa Carolina e Podere Pievina. Otherwise, if you are looking for something else, see our full list of Tuscany villas for rent.
