Posted by John Peretz on Thu, Nov 05, 2009 @ 05:53 AM
All Season
Wellness, a contemporary Asian-infused Day Spa in Steamboat Springs, Colorado
introduced its new "Queen for a Day" 4.5 hour day spa package.
The Queen for
Day spa package in Steamboat Springs includes the following spa treatments:
- An
Exclusive Body Scrub Treatment
- Full
One-Hour Massage of Your Choice
- European
Facial
- Manicure
- Pedicure
"This
package has everything a woman needs to make her look and feel her best",
commented Pam Peretz, owner of the spa. "We've had a lot requests by women
on vacation who don't want to ski or fish with their guys, but instead want to
do something for themselves for a really special day off. This package does
just that, and it's competively priced," Ms. Peretz continued.
The package
would cost significantly more if as individual services. For a treatment
package this extensive, it represents a very strong value.
"We're
encouraging the ladies to take a day for themselves, to re-center their energy
and chi," Ms. Peretz continued. "So many woman just do so much at
home, that it's nice to have a day dedicated to themselves."
The Queen for
a Day package can be booked online at a slight savings at www.AllSeasonWellness.com or by calling the spa
directly at 970-846-5907.
Posted by John Peretz on Tue, Sep 29, 2009 @ 09:57 AM
Pam Peretz, owner and operator of All Season Wellness, an Asian-infused day spa in Steamboat Springs, CO, was recently featured in the Sunday edition of the Steamboat Pilot & Today newspaper.
The extensive article, which ran on September 27, 2009, discussed Pam's recent journey to Thailand where she studied Thai massage for nearly two months so she could bring the modality to her day spa in Steamboat Springs.
"I wanted to bring Thai massage to Steamboat Springs, not only because it's my personal favorite massage modality, but because it's an incredible ski massage with its combination of acupressure and stretching, which helps improve flexibility," Pam said. "It compliments the other Steamboat Springs massage therapy treatments that we offer."
The article also included photos of the various treatment rooms. Each room at All Season Wellness is themed for a different season ofthe year, with massage tables in the rooms colored for spring andsummer, a floor mat for Thai massage in the harvest-tinged room forautumn, and an aesthetician’s setup in a white room related to winter.
All Season Wellness day spa features Thai massage, Swedish massage, deeptissue massage, hot stone therapy, body scrubs, European facials,waxing and wraps.
Posted by John Peretz on Tue, Aug 25, 2009 @ 06:24 PM
Take a deep, cleansing breath. Hold it for a moment, and then exhale, slowly. Here's a guide to help you find the perfect Day Spa in Colorado that will really help you to relax.
- Does the Day Spa offer a unique environment that sets the mood for your Day Spa adventure? Is it Asian-infused, or country rustic? This is going to be your sanctuary for the next several hours, so pick a place that will help you get in your comfort zone.
- Does the Day Spa offer professional spa products, or just some off the shelf products. You should be able to try new products that you wouldn't normally get from a run-of-the-mill facility.
- Are all of the massage therapists licensed and do they come from strong backgrounds, like the Canyon Ranch Spa or other upscale spas. This is a good sign that they know how to provide the quality guest experience that great spas are known for.
- Does the owner work at the Spa, or is it simply an absentee owner who's trying to milk as much money as possible.
- Are the spa packages affordable? It doesn't make much sense to overpay considering the economic times.
- Does the Spa have innovative treatment offerings? Maybe you'd like to try a new body scrub, a creative massage and facial combination, or a couples massage. Try something you've never had before.
- Are you offered complimentary beverages, such as water infused with fruit or green tea?
- Is the facility immaculately clean? Is there a real commitment to the guest experience that starts when you walk in the door.
- Is there plenty of free parking? Is it easy to find? You don't want to be stressed before you even enter the door.
- Can you take a tour beforehand if you have any questions. Be sure you'll get the desired Spahhh effect.
Day Spas are not a luxury and the benefits of massage are real. A Day Spa in Colorado can help you reduce stress, improve circulation, enhance your mental state and help soothe sore muscles.
Posted by John Peretz on Fri, Jul 31, 2009 @ 07:42 PM
Getting all thai'd up in the wild, wild west is getting more popular than ever. A new day spa in Steamboat Springs, CO focuses on bringing the treasured Far Eastern art of Thai massage to a town more famous for skiing and rodeos than ying yang traditions.
Tom Rector was a Thai massage virgin. The ad executive from Los Angeles, CA came across a web site for All Season Wellness that touted a “new” massage technique that’s a combination of deep tissue acupressure and yoga/stretching. He didn’t really know what he was getting himself into, but he did know that his body could use a therapeutic massage and he saw an introductory special. After a two-hour treatment, he immediately re-booked a Thai massage for two days later.
“I’ve had my share of massages, but the Thai massage was by far the best I ever had,” Rector gushed. “I know I should stretch more, but my massage therapist got all the kinks out and made me feel better than I have in a couple of years. It was a pretty amazing transformation.”
Actually, the traditional art of Thai massage has been around for over two-thousand years, but not that well known in smaller mountain towns. The proprietor of the spa, Pamela Peretz, recently added the Thai massage modality to her massage therapy in Steamboat Springs after spending 50 days in Thailand learning at the official school of the world-renowned Wat Pho Temple in Bangkok. “It was an amazing experience, being able to learn where Thai massage originated, and with some incredible master teachers. I’m able to bring that authenticity back to Steamboat, in a series of over 100 deliberate steps in five major sequences.”
Rector goes on to say “It was a completely different experience. For one, the body work was performed on a comfortable mat on the floor, not on a traditional massage table. And I felt like I got all the benefits of a deep tissue massage, but with more stretching and a better end result. I didn’t want the massage to end. Two hours just flew by.”
But, is Thai massage for everybody?
“It’s really designed for someone in reasonably good health, with a certain amount of body mobility. It’s ideal for an active person like a runner, skier, biker or hiker. It’s the ideal massage for a relatively active person or a weekend warrior, or anyone that has done ever done yoga,” Ms. Peretz explains. “People who are used to a softer Swedish style massage, or are completely inflexible should probably not get a Thai massage”.
“I have to admit, I was stretched in ways I never have before during a massage,” commented Rob Newton of St. Petersburg, FL. “But after a week of biking, hiking and rafting, it was just what I needed. I just never knew this type of massage existed. I’ll definitely look around for a Thai massage the next time I need one.”
The Thai massage can be offered in one-hour, 90-minute and two-hour increments, but for the best results, a two-hour massage is recommended, especially if it is the first time receiving this kind of massage. And for those just not quite ready to get Thai’d up in the Wild West, rest assured. Thai massage, although growing in popularity, still represents only about 25% of overall spa services. Deep tissue massage, Swedish massage and other modalities still make up the majority of Ms. Peretz’s spa business.
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