Spa refers to a facility where one goes for a variety of treatments and reasons, whether to relax, rejuvenate, exercise or get pampered. It is an entity devoted to enhancing overall well-being through a variety of professional services. The word SPA has been originated from the Latin "solus per aqua"; that means to enter by means of water, or health through water.

Destination Spa - Often located in exotic locations or in spa towns, it is a specialized facility with the primary purpose of guiding individual spa-goers to develop healthy habits. People visit these spas for personal health, life enhancement, fitness and personal care treatments. These spas offer variety of exclusively structured programs, combining nutrition, healing, meditation, exercising, pampering activities and special interest programmes with a goal of rejuvenation, relaxation and revitalization.

India is gaining immense popularity as a healthcare destination with a varied range of facilities available in the country. Spas are part of healthcare tourism and India is becoming a favored destination for spa treatments with array of luxurious spas scattered all over the country. The common emphasis of all these spas is to provide complete relaxation to mind, body and soul as well. The treatments and therapies used in these spas are unique blend of modern as well as traditional therapies. In all these spas the main stress rests on refreshing oneself, eliminating all toxic imbalances in the body, boosting immunity, providing protection from stress, fighting fatigue and relaxing the mind.

Acupressure is a touch therapy in which pressure is applied to specific "pressure points" of body to improve the flow of energy. Usually fingers or some aids are used to press key points on the surface of the skin to stimulate the body's natural self-curative abilities. When these points are pressed, they release muscular tension and promote the circulation of blood and the body's life force energy to aid healing.

Aqua Aerobics/Acquacize – As the name suggests aquaerobics is a combination of swimming and aerobics. Usually such exercises are practiced in swimming pools. These exercises involve resistance, which helps to strengthen body and tone the muscle. Thus Aquaerobics are best way to beat the heat and tone the body at the same time.

Acupuncture is a technique based on traditional Chinese medicine theories of improving the flow of energy in the body. The influential points of body are punctured by needles with specific pressure to stimulate healing and balance. Acupuncture regulates and restores harmonious balance within the body and believed to stimulate the body’s own healing responses and help restore its natural balance.

Aerobic is a form of exercise which offers a wide range of benefits such as it elevates the heart rate, increases blood circulation, encourage weight loss through the burning of fat and increases flexibility. Apart from being beneficial for health it is also an enjoyable activity as the Aerobic exercises are performed with fast beats of music.

Algotherpy is a form of thalassotherapy (treatment with sea water and marine) and the commonly covers all the therapies or treatments that are based on algae application. It is also known as Seaweed Wrap because a thin layers of heated seaweed are applied to the skin in this treatment. This treatment is useful in arthritis, rheumatism, weight loss as it functions as an anti-inflammatory and also raise body metabolism.

It is one of the more popular branches of alternative treatments. The word aromatherapy is derived from two words aroma that means “smell” and therapy means “healing”. Thus Aromatherapy means “healing with smell” or "treatment using scents". It is a holistic treatment of caring the body with pleasant smelling botanical oils such as rose, lemon, lavender and peppermint. Aromatherapy is used for the relief of pain, care for the skin, ease tension and fatigue and rejuvenate the entire body.

Asanas simply explained, as Yoga postures are actually active positions of body which helps the practitioner to balance the mind and body as well. It is not just a physical practice but also a spiritual practice having the objectives of opening and purifying the energy centers and energy channels of one’s body.   

Ayurveda refers to the knowledge of life. The roots of Ayurveda rest in the ancient Indian culture. It is an Indian philosophy and practice of utilizing herbal and other folklore adaptations, as well as meditation, to create a balance between the internal and external self.  Ayurveda includes or describes the secrets of association of man with nature and why we need to cooperate with Nature completely in order to insure our  well being.

Body scrub treatment is basically an exfoliation treatment in which the scrubbing is performed with many combinations of substances including sea salt, red clay salts, essential oils, ground almonds, and sugar, fruits etc. The brisk treatments given in scrubbing remove the outer dead skin cells, leaving the skin glowing with a smoother feel and prove as a best way to pamper your body.

It is another exfoliating treatment involves the dry brushing of skin in order to remove dead cells and stimulate circulation. Soft nylon brush is used to brush the body during the treatment. Brushing is followed by moisturizing, for that various hydrating oils or moisturizing agents are applied to the skin to nourish and soften the skin. This treatment is excellent for sensitive skin and works very well when combined with body wraps. This technique may also be combined with other treatments as a preparatory step.

Fango is an Italian word for mud thus fango therapy literally means mud therapy. In Fango therapy various types of mud are used that are enrich with minerals and nutrients and known for their detoxification and exfoliation properties. Baths and heat packs used in this therapy increase circulation, absorb excess oils, tighten pores, soften the skin, relieve and relax muscles and aid in the healing of stressed joints. The Fango therapy is ideal for getting glowing and healthier skin as it improves the skin texture, draw out the impurities or toxins, awaken the senses and promote better blood circulation.

The Gold Facial, based on Ayurveda, is a powerful anti-ageing and rejuvenating treatment. In gold facial special creams are used containing 24-carat pure gold, aloe Vera, wheat germ oil and sandalwood. Gold has a powerful effect on lymphatic drainage, facilitating the removal of toxins and wastes thus accelerate the regeneration of new cells. The gold facial is advisable to improve blood circulation, skin elasticity, rejuvenation of skin and helps in delaying the formation of lines and wrinkles.

Head massage, a favorite hair treatment, is said to promote hair growth, maintain the glossiness and shine of hair and impart clarity of mind. The head massage releases muscular tension, from the head, neck and shoulder region, creating a sense of ease and joy. Various oils and traditional ingredients are used in these massages to enhance the benefits. Indian head massage is especially known for relieving stress, tension, fatigue, insomnia, headaches, migraine and sinusitis.

It is a body treatment in which herb soaked linen sheets are wrapped around the body while the face and head is treated separately. The treatment process elevates body temperatures and heart rates and stimulates circulation, detoxification and relaxation. Different herbs are used for the ailment of different problems of the body.

Jacuzzi – It is an aqua therapy in which water jets or bathtubs are used to bring relief and relaxation to tired muscles, and improve circulation. Jacuzzi has turn out to be synonymous with any large whirlpool bathtub with underwater jets used for massaging the body. Jacuzzi baths increase blood circulation and causes relaxation and a general feeling of well-being. It is also said that it helps in easing soreness in the muscles or pain in the joints. It is said to be highly effective in curing backaches.

Japanese Facial - It is an energizing technique used to stimulate acupressure points through the lifting and toning of the face and scalp. It is believed to have a cumulative effect when used on a regular basis for firming the skin and preventing aging.

Loofah Scrub – It is a body treatment in which the dead loofah plant is used as scrubbing agent instead of brushes or electric equipments. The friction caused by loofah helps to massage and exfoliate dead skin cells and promote circulation. Thus you get the goodness of loofah along with massage therapy.

Meditation is one of the proven alternative therapies that balance a person's physical, emotional, and mental states. The value of Meditation to alleviate suffering and promote healing has been known and practiced for thousands of years. Doctors are prescribing meditation as a way to various health ailments like blood pressure, asthma, insomnia and everyday stresses. Meditation is a safe and simple way to balance body and mind.

Naturopathy - This is discipline of natural medicine and healing through the power of nature and all natural substances. Naturopathy adopts holistic concept and believes in focusing on all the factors responsible for one’s ill health such as one’s un-natural habits in living, thinking, working, sleeping, relaxation, sexual indulgence etc, and also the environmental factors. For treatment also it primarily stresses on correcting all the factors involved and allowing the body to recover itself.

The Oxygen Facial has gained popularity as an anti aging treatment. A rich oxygen layer is made on skin by spraying or applying oxygen creams. The antibacterial and germicidal action of Oxygen cream inhibits bacteria and prevents skin problems. This facial infuses the skin with essential minerals and natural vitamins provide ideal nourishment, bring visible health, vitality and beauty to the skin.

Panchakarma an Ayurvedic therapy got its name from Sanskrit where Pancha stands for five and Karma for the therapeutic measures, therefore Panchakarma means five types of therapeutic measures that are undertaken for the purification of the body. It is a deep cleansing process, unique to Ayurveda, which basically denotes to detoxification or elimination of toxins from the body. It is recommended for healthy persons and also as a preventive treatment to keep one physically and mentally fit and energetic.

Reiki is a multidimensional energy healing system, where the therapists uses subtle stationary hand positions on points of tension or injury. Reiki treats the whole person and act at all levels body, emotions, mind and spirit thus creates many beneficial effects that include relaxation and feelings of peace, security and well-being.

The word sauna is an ancient Finnish word referring to the traditional Finnish bath as well as to the bathhouse itself. In this treatment dry heat is given, in a wooden structure. This sweat-inducing treatment forces sweating and the elimination of toxins and open pores. A cold shower usually follows to close the opened pores and to stop the sweating process. Some of the benefits of this treatment include stimulation of the immune system, improved circulation, deep cleansing of skin, relaxation in tiredness and aching muscles.

Shiatsu is an oriental therapy of physical and energy rebalance. This a Japanese massage technique of acupressure used to stimulate pressure points and improve energy flow. It acts through pressure with thumbs, fingers and palms applied to determined areas and points of the human body, without the use of any mechanical or of another type instrument. Shiatsu improves the circulatory system, gives flexibility to the muscular system, improves balance of the bone system, facilitates functioning of digestive system, regulates the functions of the nervous system and provides many other health benefits also.

Shirodhara an Ayurvedic therapy is a purifying and rejuvenating therapy designed to eliminate toxins and mental exhaustion as well as relieve stress and any ill effects on the central nervous system. In this therapy herbal oil, medicated milk or herbal decoctions are poured gently and steadily over the forehead in a continuous stream using a special rhythmic swaying movement. This results in a fantastic sense of deep relaxation and inner peace. This treatment helps in insomnia, stress, anxiety, depression, hair loss, fatigue, makes one calm and fresh.

Sports Massage –As the name indicates Sports massage is a technique of using quick and vigorous strokes, on localized body parts where a specific activity may have caused exertion and muscle tightness. This deep-tissue massage helps to relax and re-energize tired muscles or relieve a particular area aggravated as it reduces muscle tension and improves circulation and provide relaxation.

The term has derived from the Greek "thalassa" means sea and used today for variety of treatments employing the utilization of seawater and marine by-products. These products are rich treasures of minerals and nutrients which have a curative or restorative property. Most of such treatments are designed to tone, moisturize and revitalize the body and skin, and in many cases to improve circulation. Such treatments are equally benefit the internal and external body.

As the name clarifies it is a water activity where heated pool is used to relax stiff joints and aching muscles. The water pool used in the treatment has high pressured jets that circulate the water which target the body parts and worked on them. This therapy enhances relaxation, promote pain relief, and assist in wound healing. Whirlpool therapy is also considerably beneficial for arthritis sufferers.

The word yoga has originated from Sanskrit language and means union or merger. This art originated, perfected and practiced in India thousands of years ago. Yoga is a way of life aims at the attainment of the physical, mental and spiritual health. To achieve this, yoga uses movement, breath, posture, relaxation and meditation in order to establish a healthy, lively and balanced approach to life. The benefits of Yoga have rediscovered in modern world and it has become “the new age fitness mantra”.