DESTINATION FOCUS
HOTEL GRANDE BRETAGNE, Athens
Located right in the heart of this great city in Constitution Square, this über-luxury hotel has possibly the best views in Athens of the Acropo- lis and Parthenon. Head for the rooftop bar at sunset and watch the light change over these iconic buildings – and then head for the Plaka, the oldest district, which is slap bang next to the square, to enjoy shops, cafes, bars and true Greek traditions. In between, fi nd time to visit the GB Spa, a place of calm and tranquillity with its indoor pool and thermal suite, offering a laconium, sauna and herbal steam bath as well as an ice fountain – and amethyst grotto. There are also six spacious treatment rooms, including a couple’s suite, and special Spa Cuisine – light and healthy snacks and meals, along with freshly squeezed juices and herbal teas that are served throughout the day. Once you have enjoyed the delights (some of
them bracing at the Thermal Suite), opt for either the signature Ouzo Oil Massage or the Algoane anti-cellulite wrap, which uses special algae from Brittany and claims to help fi rm up your fl abbier bits. There is also a full Beauty menu for facials and manicures, plus a men’s selection.
More info:
www.grandebretagne.gr
MANDARIN ORIENTAL, Barcelona
The new kid on the block, this hotel, which is in a revamped mid-20th century building, is cool and contemporary in design, boasting a spa that is the essence of chic with a mix of Asian and Western traditions. The hotel itself is on the most fashionable street
in the city, the Passeig de Gracia, and opposite one of Gaudi’s great buildings, as well as being within seconds of all the great Spanish designer shops and art galleries. Spoil yourself and have lunch in the Mimosa Garden, in a scented courtyard, and then enjoy a swim in the rooftop pool, which has fantastic views over the city. Then head for the Spa and choose from a selec- tion of massages, time rituals, wraps and facials to completely spoil yourself and your body. There is also a special men’s menu as well as a number of couple’s treatments. Arrive early for your treatment so you can take
full advantage of the herbal steam room – ideal for relaxing the body before a treatment – and then an invigorating rainforest shower. After which, you will have earned your pampering. Choose either
More info:
www.mandarinoriental.com/barcelona
the back, face and scalp treatment with hot stones, which will reduce you to almost coma- like relaxation, or try the signature Orange Ritual.
After all that, you will be ready to hit the
town (remember, in Spain nobody goes out much before 10pm, which is why all the restau- rants are empty until then!).
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