Travel RECOMMENDATIONS
It’s easy to spot why within seconds of arriv- ing: the Hall has an aura of laid back charm that’s a far cry from many high-end spas’ minimal chic. Forget size-zero glamazons dripping with terrifying cool along the pool side – here is a spa that embraces all women, wrapping them up in white fluffy dressing gowns and making them smile. Even the restaurant is packed with delighted, relaxed spa-goddesses padding about in their gowns – there is zero dress code – and filling the place with laughter. ‘Yes, we feed you’ – the concierge on reception tells us as she sign- posts us to the stunning eatery on site. Tey feed you with delicious, healthy food to re- member (my guest for the weekend tells me his dish – Tai green chicken – is the best he has ever had). Tey also feed you with cake – though you have to forage for it – check the Veranda Bar overlooking emerald-green gardens for your naughty indulgence.
‘I’ve worked in other spas and this is the happiest place I’ve ever worked in’, my (ex- tremely nice) therapist Mel tells me. ‘All the
staff are happy because they spend all day pampering clients – who are really happy because they are being pampered. Everyone smiles all the time.’ She laughs, looks at me suddenly. ‘It’s not normal’.
It may not be normal, but it sure is heaven. Ragdale – we love you.
Must-Try: Te candle-pool in the thermal spa complex. Chill out to classical music in an underground cave, to a starlit sky. Abso- lutely stunning.
Blissed Out Treatment: Try the Natural Harmony Facial for extra special pampering – and excellent hand massage. Tis bespoke 50 minute facial is yours after a quick con- sultation, made purely with you in mind.
Ragdale-tip: Ask to watch a DVD to cosy up with the girls in your room after dinner – Ragdale has a superb film collection and will install a DVD player to your room for no extra cost at all.
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