‘Me time’ at Aqua Sana Spa, Center Parcs
Every parent works hard 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, whether they are a stay at home parent or working parent. I believe it is healthy to ensure you also get some ‘me time’. When you have a chance to relax, to have peace and space to think and rejuvenate, you are able to tolerate so much more, I know I definitely gain a lot more patience when I’ve had a chance for some me time.
As part of becoming a family ambassador for Center Parcs, I had the fantastic opportunity to try out a spa day at Longleat Aqua Sana Spa. I was so excited and couldn’t wait for myself and a friend to go.
The spa is situated in a beautiful forest setting, perfect for relaxation before you’ve even started.
On arrival at the spa, the staff were very friendly and welcoming. They were more than happy answer any queries. We were given a locker key where we found our robe and towel. After changing, we first headed for the cafe for a coffee and pastry, which I must say was lovely.
We had a wander round the spa checking out what there was to offer. There were lots of different relaxation areas, saunas, pool etc all with a different theme. Our first stop was the Greek herbal bath. This was a lovely place to start, as it was not as hot as some of the other rooms and I personally liked the herbs that were infused into the room, it was very relaxing.
Next, I had a decleor facial treatment. This was a wonderfully relaxing, but also refreshing facial, which included a shoulder massage. My skin felt so much smoother after. Following your treatment you are taken into a peaceful relaxation area with lounges to chill on, drink chilled water and slowly recover from your treatment. As it was a gorgeously sunny day, we laid reading in the sun for a bit, it was wonderful.
Lunch in the cafe was delicious. I had a chicken salad, but you could choose from cooked meals or Panini’s if you prefer.
I spent the afternoon wandering from room to room, relaxing and chilling in each area, savouring the peacefulness, the tranquility and me time. I even had a lay on the water-bed where I could easily have fallen asleep like I was floating. Every area and room was lovely for different reasons. I think my favourites were the outdoor spa pool as I could relax and float in the water in the sun, the indian blossom steam room as the aroma was beautiful and the reflexology foot spa which was very relaxing.
I also had a back, neck and shoulder massage. This I found lovely, relaxing and relieving of stress and tension built up for the children.
At the end of the day, neither myself or my friend wanted to leave, but of course all good things must come to an end. We had a shower to freshen up, then headed to the cafe for a cup of tea before driving home. I needed it to wake up a little!
We both had a wonderfully relaxing day and I must admit, I have definitely been a lot more patient with the children since my return.
Firstly congrats on becoming Centre Parcs ambassadors! The spa sounds amazing,particularly the facial – what a treat
#PoCoLo
Thank you, it was wonderful!
This is what I made for my thesis in Architecture. A spa. In my study people need this to fight stress of life (which includes parenthood of course). Always always good for the body and mind this spas =)
And can I say you glow girl =)
#PoCoLo
Thank you, it is definitely great for stress relief!
This looks amazing, I love a good Spa day, nothing like it for relaxation.
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Thank you
I love Aqua Sana, I was lucky enough to spend some time in one last year and felt so wonderful afterwards. I long to go back! #PoCoLo
It is amazing there, I would recommend it to anyone
I adore the Aqua Sana, it’s my fave part of Center Parcs. Glad you had a lovely time xxx #pocolo
Thank you it is lovely there
Well done on being a Center Parcs ambassador! Fab news
That spa looks wonderful – I think I might have to try it when we go in August 
Thank you for linking to PoCoLo x
thank you, Ooh, yes give it a try, it’s wonderful
So pleased you had a lovely day. It’s an amazing place isn’t it like your in a world of your own
#triedtested x
It is wonderful there
Oh how wonderful – this sounds like heaven! Thanks for linking up with #TriedTested
Thank you, it was wonderful
Oh wow! This sounds like absolute bliss! Sounds like you had a wonderful time! #TriedTested
I definitely did thank you
It sounds like bliss! So pleased you had a lovely day x
Thank you x
Totally envious!! I need to find some more patience – I wonder if I can get this on prescription
Thanks for linking up with #TriedTested x
Lol! Yeah I wish I could have it on prescription too, I’d need it every week