Grand Floridian Spa question

[Jackie H.]

Who has used the GF spa? What were your thoughts and recommendations?

I am seriously considering this for our upcoming trip to do something special with my DD (11). I see they have "My First Facial", "My First Manicure" and "My First Pedicure". Let me say that I am not at all a spa person - never been to one in my life. But I think my DD would absolutely LOVE it. I'm the type that cutting my fingernails is what I consider a manicure, but she files and paints her nails....and I'm no help to her! So I was just thinking about doing this for her.

I was also considering giving my hubby and DS (14) a gift of a massage while we were having ours. My son plays high school football and baseball and lifts weights - and my husband is a long time weight lifter. They have a "sports Massage".

I would just really love opinions on this....it would be very expensive....but maybe a once in a lifetime thing (my DD & me and hubby & son). I mean the kids may grow up to do this weekly, but their father and I may go our whole lives and never do this! Also my husband is a farmer and he works really hard physically - I think the massage would be great for him!

What do you guys think?

 

[ducklite]

I'll tell you my honest opinion--I actually find getting a facial more relaxing than a massage. It is the ULTIMATE in pampering, and your shoulders and neck are massaged during a facial.

Your DH and DS would probably enjoy sports massages, and it sounds like the little lady of the family might enjoy getting a service as well.

As an FYI, one of the former nail techs at the GF Spa runs a mobile manicure/pedicure service that will come right to your room. Her prices are about 1/4 of what the GF Spa charges--for the same services and products! Call her at
352.255.2915 to book.

Anne

 

[Jackie H.]

Thanks for the number! I will keep that in mind.....in our room for 1/4 the price sounds pretty good ~

 

[twojo21]

we love the grand floridian spa & get a swedish massage everytrip for 1 hour (they also have a couples massage which is romantic). we also enjoy the pedicure & foot rub. i also like the wraps (the citrus one), facials (the deluxe included a hand & foot massage too). they've always done a great job. you can also use the whirlpool, steamroom & healthclub that day. we like to do lunch afterwards at the gf cafe or gaspirilla grill.

relaxedyet.com is the site for disney's grand floridian spa with their services & prices. they're operated by niki bryan. you will enjoy it!

 

[gatour]

I prefer the Spa at Saratoga Springs. It is larger.

There was an article that I read in the newspaper or a magazine over the weekend about Spa's and how they have modified their marketing to attract men. For example, men prefer massages over other types of treatments. While women like to to make it an all day experience, men perfer only spending a couple of hours at the spa.

Based on my personall experience I agree with this. While I like to arrive early to use the jacuzzi's (it helps in getting a better massage as it starts the loosening process) and I also use them for a short period of time afterwards, that is all I am interested in. My wife likes the massages along with pedi/manicures etc.

Just one word of warning, massages are addicting. I started get them just on vacation (mostly cruises) and now I am finding that I get them at home.

 

[tinkerbela]

rob and i used the GF spa quite a few times. the massages are wonderful. we've had the sports massage and they are just great. we're looking to go back there for our trip in september. i'm leaning towards the personalized massage so the massuese (sp?) can work on my shoulders and neck; that's where i carry most of my stress.

i had my manicure, pedicure and facial there for my wedding. they do a phenomenal job on all three. they take their time and it's so relaxing. when it came time for the pedicure, i almost fell asleep when the lady massaged my feet. it felt SO good. you'll love it there.

if you are an AP holder, you can get a discount of 10% off any treatment at the GF Spa.

 

[BunnieGene]

I love the GF spa...the Grand Floridian facial is just heavenly, and it's always nice to have a mani/pedi. My absolute favorite treatment is the Paraffin Body Wrap...where they perform an all-over body "slough", apply lotion, and then paint you with warm paraffin wax. Then you are wrapped in foil (kind of like a burrito...but in a good way ) and left to relax. You won't believe how soft your skin feels afterward. It's very soothing.

I took my husband's daughter to the spa for all the "firsts" when she was about 12. She liked the mani/pedi, but the facial was basically cleansing her face, then applying a light moisturizer. It only lasted about 10 minutes, and she was NOT impressed. They did give her a full size cleanser, though.

 

[WDW LifeLong Fan]

Big Spa Fans here!

We enjoy utilizing all the facets of the GF Spa!