Question About the GF and Saratoga Springs Spa's

[masontrep]

We are going to be at WDW Aug 2nd - 16th and I want to get my wife a spa afternoon. Could anyone recomend either the GF or the Saratoga Spring Spas. What would be the best thing to get my wife. She has never had a spa thing or massage. So this will be a new experience for her. Thanks in advance any help you can give a romanticly chanllange husband.

 

[BCV23]

What a sweet idea.

Both spas are now run by the same firm. You can see the list of selections at relaxedyet.com. I've only had services at SSR and actually before it changed management and name...it used to be run by Disney. I've been in the GF spa but only to buy products. With those disclaimers, I would lean toward SSR as it is a much more spacious facility. But on the other hand, the GF is a beautiful hotel in a great location and is fun to visit on the way to the spa.

Hopefully, others will be along with some ideas.

 

[johnsonet]

My sister-in-law and I tried the GF Spa for the first time in March. We were staying at the Polynesian and just walked over. It was awesome. We both enjoyed our massages very much We got there about 30 minutes early and checked out the sauna before our treatments. Afterwards, we used the spa's showers and dressing areas, then took the monorail from the GF to the Contemporary Resort for dinner at California Grill. It was awesome!
I would choose the spa most convenient to where you are staying and also where you'll be spending the rest of the day or night
Great idea, by the way Your wife will LOVE it

 

[TammiMcMan]

Here's the link for the spa, www.relaxedyet.com . It will give you a listing of all the available treatments. Both are full service spas and offer very nice and relaxing accomodations. It might just depend on which one is closer to the resort you'll be staying in. You want to make sure that you have plenty of time scheduled for the treatment and re-hydrating afterwards. A spa treatment is not something that you want to rush to or from. You basically feel like a limp noodle afterwards and it's great to just relax in the womens lounge and drink some cool water or warm tea until you can walk a straight line again. They also have a private sauna, steam room, whirlpool, showers, changing area and lounge.

Is your wife modest? You can keep whatever clothes on that you are comfortable with, but with a full massage, it's best to at least strip down to just panties. The technicians are wonderfully professional and keep you covered or leave the room while you are disrobing and climbing under the blankets. I've seen people who get very tense at the thought of this though. Personally, I find facials to be very relaxing. They usually include a scalp, hand and foot massage. She could stay a little more clothed for that one. They also offer spa manicures and pedicures which are nice.

If you want to check the website and ask questions about a particular treatment, us DIS ladies would be happy to give you our thoughts and opinions.

Tammi

 

[masontrep]

Many thanks to those of you that replied, so I have a question now, as we just found out that my wife is pregnant Is there anything that I should look for diffrently now? I think I am leaning toward the Saratoga Springs Spa. Thanks

 

[johnsonet]

masontrep CONGRATULATIONS!!
That makes it easy, then Book your wife a prenatal massage and the spa will take care of the rest

 

[Aimee K]

Many thanks to those of you that replied, so I have a question now, as we just found out that my wife is pregnant Is there anything that I should look for diffrently now? I think I am leaning toward the Saratoga Springs Spa. Thanks

Congratulations! What fantastic news!

I am a massage therapist at SSR, and I just wanted to let you know that DW needs to be in her 2nd or 3rd trimester to have a motherhood massage. Reservations can help you choose a treatment for her if she's a little too early for body treatments or massage!

 

[sunni]

If your wife isn't far enough along for a prenatal massage, I'd suggest a facial. I just went for one (not at WDW) for the first time (and DH, too!) and while it wasn't as wonderful as a full body hour-long massage, it was still a very luxurious pampering experience. Also, if she isn't the type to spend extra money on salon services for herself, she might like something simple like a manicure or eyebrow waxing (but she'd be a little red there for the rest of the day, so don't plan a fancy dinner after!).

 

[Alicnwondrln]

the GF spa is so great
my mom was there for a day when we went in sept
it was nice, friendly, and the customer service was great
i have never been to the one at ssr

 

[pbharris4]

A facial, a massage should be ok in the first trimester, and a pedicure is ALWAYS nice. SOmething to keep in mind....if she has a lot of morning sickness or is bothered by smells....the aromas or scents of the lotions and stuff might make her even more queasy. But that should fade after the 1st trimester. I had a few pedicures when I was pregnant. OH..I'd also not do any hydrotherapy treaments while pregnant.

 

[Laurajean1014]

Congratulations to you and your wife.

I'll be different. I loved it when Disney employees did it. I am not impressed with the contracting firm doing the spas now.

So, I get a "day of beauty" before we go away. That way, my day is not spent in a spa or salon and I look great from getting on the plane to coming home.

It is also more relaxing to do it at a great, near home spa and also, a lot less expensive.

Extend her vacation by one day, book the spa a day before your trip.

 

[masontrep]

Thank you all for your comments and sugestions. Gonna make some ressie's today for her.

 

[BCV23]

Good for you and


Congratulations to you both!