When her daughter, Hattie, was born with Downs Syndrome, Robyn Perriss discovered a whole new world of support, particularly through the charity Sparkles.  On World Downs Syndrome Day, she talks about how life has changed since Hattie arrived … I found out my daughter had Downs Syndrome when … A few hours after she was […]

The SPA Traveller’s Janet Brice gives her top tips on finding the perfect swimming costumes for a spa break. She’s learned the hard way so you don’t have to! When you’re packing for a spa break in Scotland or a spa retreat in the foothills of The Himalayas one item is essential - a swimsuit. […]

Juggling family life and a new clothing line offering affordable luxury, we chat to the lovely, Rae Feather about work, inspiration, and Barbados! What is your average day like? I am a very early riser so most mornings I am at my desk at around 5.45am. I have my much needed coffee and do a […]

Spabreaks.com’s Social Media Assistant, Zeina, goes all out for the designated month of sleep and puts Sanctuary Spa ’s Comforting Night Butter to the test! The Sleep Council has dubbed March, National Bed Month, and who am I to ignore what they have to say on the matter. They are literally a council of sleep. […]

It’s the most requested form of spa treatment around, but Crerar Hotels put a new spin on the classic massage to create the ultimate experience … What is The Ultimate Full Body Massage? It is a two hour treatment featuring a one hour full body massage.  It starts on the back of the body and […]

I’m not sure about you, but when it comes to Pancake Day, what to put on them is a source of much debate in the Spabreaks.com household.  If anyone knows good food though, it’s Anthony Millon, Head Pastry Chef at The Vineyard.  So to put all debates to rest, he has shared his expert take […]

If anyone knows the healing powers of aromatherapy, it’s expert, Beverley Higham.  Here she explains which essential oils can help us women to feel our best whatever life throws at us.

Would you be happy to have a male spa therapist?  Spabreaks.com talks personally and professionally about sexism in the spa world … It isn’t often in the UK that you hear stories about sexism that place men in the position of disadvantage, but when it does happen, it isn’t any more acceptable than when it […]

As good fortune would have it, many beautiful spa locations also happen to stand alongside some pretty impressive golf courses, adding another dimension to a getaway or short break.  Here, Your Golf Travel (who know about these things) explain everything you need to know about Sheraton Pine Cliffs Resort  …  Getting there … The Sheraton Pine Cliffs Resort […]

Giving a bit of a twist to a Spanish favourite, SHA Wellness Clinic‘s Miso Gazpacho uses the fermented condiment that is miso (made​from soybeans and unrefined sea salt) because of its surprising range of health benefits.  Turns out, that lunchtime alternative is a probiotic (good for the gut), boosts energy, helps to maintain body temperature […]