Often times, due to my hectic work schedule, I find it hard to separate work-time and me-time. Sure, I’ll book a massage or a facial, but minutes after the treatment is complete, I’m hustling back to the locker room to change and get back to the daily grind. Sometimes I leave feeling more stressed than when I came in simply because I’ve missed an important email or phone call.
So, for my most recent self-indulgent experience, I decided to give myself a true day off—one of those mythical “mental-health days” that count as a sick day and NOT a vacation day.
And, the place for my mental health retreat: The Sanctuary in Covent Garden, London
This place is the definition of a Day Spa. I literally spent hours relaxing, napping (seriously, I passed out on a cozy day bed), enjoying small bites and indulging in luxurious treatments.
I even test-drove the iconic swing that hangs over the atrium pool.
And, because it’s an all-women, no boys allowed, spa — I’m definitely planning a stop here for my next girls weekend!
Ladies, clear your schedules (and leave your cell phones at home!)
The Sanctuary
12 Floral Street
London WC2E 9DH
0870 770 3350
Jetsetter Gypsy 