Lilianfels Blue Mountains Resort and Spa,
Crown Spa, Crown Towers, Melbourne
Australia's Best Spas
The Ultimate Guide to Luxury and Relaxation
by Amanda Jane Clark
Photography by Ashley Mackevicius
AUTHOR'S NOTE: Researching this book was the best job I have ever had. Months of fabulous treatments left me feeling fantastic and I apparently looked pretty radiant too. I am now completely hooked on the pure pleasure, both physical and mental, that regular spa visits bestow-not to mention the amazing health benefits. My deepest thanks to everyone who helped make this book a reality!
Published by Periplus Editions, with editorial offices at 61 Tai Seng Avenue #02-12, Singapore 534167.
Copyright © 2005 Periplus Editions (HK) Ltd
Text © 2005 Amanda Jane Clark
Photographs © 2005 Ashley Mackevicius
All rights reserved
ISBN: 978-1-4629-0646-8 (ebook)
Printed in Singapore
The recipes and techniques outlined in this book are intended for cosmetic and relaxation use only and are not meant to replace diagnosis and treatment by a medical practitioner. Before using any of these recipes, author and publisher recommend consulting a physician. All the recipes have been tested and are considered safe, but since some people have more sensitive skin than others and since the user's actual recipe preparation is beyond the control of the author or publisher, we can accept no liability with regard to the use of recipes or techniques contained here.
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Waldheim Spa, Cradle Mountain Lodge, Tasmania
Aurora Spa Retreat, Melbourne
Contents
Health, Relaxation and Wellbeing-Australian Style 9
Australia's 24 Best Spas 19
Daintree Eco Lodge and Spa, Far North Queensland 21
Healing Waters Spa, Silky Oaks Lodge, Far North Queensland 25
Espa, The Reef House, Palm Cove, Queensland 29
The Spa of Peace and Plenty, Dunk Island, Queensland 33
The Sun Spa, Hyatt Regency Coolum, Queensland 37
The Spa and Total Living Centre, Queensland 38
The Dome Retreat, Marriott Hotel, Brisbane 40
Paradise Spa and Bath House, Surfers Paradise, Queensland 43
Azabu, Byron Bay, New South Wales 45
The Golden Door Health Retreat-Elysia, New South Wales 49
Spa Chakra, Woolloomooloo, Sydney 53
The Spa and Fitness Centre, Four Seasons Hotel, Sydney 57
Gillian Adams Salon and Spa, Turramurra, Sydney 58
Lilianfels Blue Mountains Resort and Spa, New South Wales 61
Salus Spa at the Lake House, Daylesford, Victoria 64
Lyall Spa, South Yarra, Melbourne 69
The Spa, Mansion Hotel, Werribee Park, Melbourne 73
Park Club, Park Hyatt, Melbourne 77
Crown Spa, Crown Towers, Southbank, Melbourne 78
Aurora Spa Retreat, Prince Hotel, Melbourne 81
Natskin Spa at Immerse, Yarra Valley, Victoria 83
Breathtaker All Suite Alpine Spa Retreat, Mount Buller, Victoria 87
Waldheim Spa, Cradle Mountain Lodge, Tasmania 91
Empire Retreat, Yallingup, Western Australia 97
Australian Spa Treatments 101
Skin Treats in the Heat 103
Ayurvedic Treatments 105
Body Scrubs 109
Fabulous Facials 114
Feet Treats 121
Essential Oil Hair Care 124
Massage-Secrets of Sensual Healing 130
Secrets of Hydrotherapy 138
Aromatherapy Pick-me-ups 145
Australian Spa Cuisine 157
Healthy and Delicious
