Spa Etiquette for the Customers

Most everyone goes to a spa to relax. But there are many people that can ruin that relaxation experience. Don't be one of those people. Here are some good examples of what not to do: 1) when you are in the steam room, don't talk or at a minimum keep your voice very low. I recently went to steam room and I overheard the entire, very loud conversation of two other fellow steamers. It is distracting and your life is never that interesting to other people, particularly people who are trying to forget all the things outside the steam room. 2) Tranquility room - observe it! During my most recent spa trip, the waiting room was full so I went into the "tranquility room" to relax before my appointment. It was quiet for 5 minutes when two women walked in and proceeded to talk all about their husbands - none of their comments were very tranquil... You should not talk at all in the tranquility room. If you need to talk go in a public waiting room or other area but this is not the place for it. 3) Make sure you put everything back in its place. Spas sometimes offer nice amenities like hair dryers or brushes. I have frequently seen people leave them in their locker or in the place where they used them - not back in their holders. Clean off the tools you use and put them back in their place so everyone can enjoy it. 4) Be careful not to wear too much perfume in spas. You all are in steam rooms or hot tubs and sometimes perfumes can get really rancid when mixed with steam heat. Use the showers first before you mix eau du parfume with eau du sweat! To relaxing spa days for all! Marty Thompson Manners Pro www.mannerpro.com.