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MALES ENJOY THE SPOILS
OF A VAIL SPA EXPERIENCE

Who says being pampered is reserved for the fairer sex alone? Numerous spas in Vail now cater to soothing male muscles exhausted after a long day of activity.

Vail, a Rocky Mountain paradise, provides the ideal setting for recreation and adventure while tempting those in need of relaxation with an endless list of enticing programs. Once a minority among spa clientele, men are lining up to take part in nearly all of the treatment options that Vail spas offer.

"Men make up almost 6o percent of our massage business," said Ivonne Van Loveren, director of the Swiss Spa. "They are particularly fond of our Sports Massage and Deep Tissue Therapy Massage."

Any component that revitalizes both body and mind is essential to an escape into Vail's pampered indulgence. And now a visit to the spa can be as important to a man's vacation as rafting the Eagle River or hiking Vail Mountain.

In Vail there are as many spa treatments to choose from as there are places to explore. Here is a sampling of the treatments most popular among men.

Swiss Hotel and Spa:

Sports Massage - Designed to help relax and soothe tense, sore bodies before and after activities

Deep Tissue Therapy Massage - A specific and detailed therapy, concentrates on problematic areas

Custom Facial - An enzyme peel, which purifies and exfoliates, is enhanced by a customized ampoule application that is completed by a specially formulated mask

Lymphatic Drainage for the Face - Reduce puffiness, ease sinus pressure and promote good health and relaxation through a gentle, pressure point massage

Callo Peel Treatment - A wonderful way to reduce hand calluses Foot Refresher - Great after a long day of hiking or mountain biking

Pevonia For Him - A complete skin care line designed to treat the special needs of men's skin

Vail Cascade Resort:

High Altitude Massage - Incorporates a rich mixture of pure essential oils to combat jet lag, ease respiration and nourish dry, chapped skin

Thai Massage - Sometimes called "lazy man's yoga", this interactive manipulation uses pass stretching and gentle compressions along energy lines

Neuromuscular - Recommended for those who have chronic pain, headaches or injuries such as whiplash and tennis elbow

Bindi Herbal Body Treatment - Derived from the traditional Pancha Karma rejuvenation therapies to balance the body while eliminating stress and anxiety

Cascade Gentlemen's Facial - Cleanses and softens facial skin irritated by daily shaving and exposure to the elements

Total Body Care:

Shiatsu Massage - A Japanese therapy concentrating on acupuncture points to affect the balance of vital energy

Reflexology Massage - A relaxing foot bath is followed by the stimulation of reflex points that correspond to major organs, glands and body parts

Men's Skin Fitness Facial - A deep cleansing is followed by a nourishing treatment to help relieve razor burn, dryness and irritation

For specific information regarding these services, contact the spas at:
Swiss Hotel and Spa – (970) 479-5495
Vail Cascade Resort – (970) 479-7029
Total Body Care – (970) 476-5911

Edited by Autumn Rhea

Photo by Tim Hébert Photography

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