insideKENT Magazine Issue 23 - February 2014 | Page 119

TRAVEL luxurious sun-soaked spas There's only one thing better than a luxurious spa break, and that, of course, is a luxurious sun-soaked spa break. And with spa holidays very much en vogue, it seems more and more holidaymakers are booking up such deluxe resorts in a bid to alleviate the stresses and strains of everyday life. As fans of the 'relax and rejuvenate' lifestyle, a few of us from insideKENT were lucky enough to stay at these two blissful picks! Poseidon Spa, St. Nicolas Bay Hotel, Crete If you're in need of some serious rest and relaxation, a trip to the Poseidon Spa at Crete's prestigious St. Nicolas Bay Hotel will tick all of the boxes. This Grecian spa offers a wide array of facial and body treatments, each of which are executed by highly trained Elemis and Cinq Mondes therapists. From detox body scrubs and oriental massage, to anti-aging and holistic pampering packages, the Poseidon Spa effectively looks at combining a superb range of advanced anti-aging formulations, plus scientific phytotherapy, natural seawater therapies and aroma therapeutic spa and skincare formulations. A tranquil setting renowned for its bespoke services, the spa's treatment rooms are ultimately planned with clients' comfort in mind. Such options include a luxurious space complete with a Jacuzzi tub and affusion shower; the Aphrodite’s Bath, a treatment cave for two next to the sea with a seawater thalassotherapy pool, hydro jets and bubble loungers; the Blue Room, a serene spot with a private veranda overlooking Mirabello Bay; and finally, the Stone Suite, a private room for two complete with a built-in Jacuzzi and relaxation area. Alternatively, guests can opt for the greatest indulgence and book a massage and other treatments to be performed in the privacy of their suite's terrace. In addition, Poseidon Spa boasts an indoor heated pool with hydro jets, bubble seats and a relaxation area; marble Turkish steam baths and sauna 3