In a world where speed and competition are bywords for living, losing sight of the essentials has become all too easy. But in Monaco a remedy exists… some of the finest Spas to be found anywhere. Here is a short guide to Monaco's outstanding establishments:
Métropole Monte-Carlo
The Hotel Metropole is one of the Principality's most sophisticated and up-to-date establishments. It was in these contemporary surroundings that the British firm Espa developed its holistic approach to well being, its efficient personal health care programmes and an array of skin care products containing plant extracts, essential oils and a selection of elements from the sea. Covering an area of 2,300 square yards, the centre bears the unmistakable stamp of its celebrated interior designer, Jacques Garcia, and the overall effect is one of serenity.
The appeasing treatments offered here can be enhanced by a meal at Master Chef Joël Robuchon's new restaurant, "Yoshi", where refined Japanese cuisine reflects the spirit of Zen and well being prevalent at the Spa.
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Monte-Carlo Bay Hotel and Resort
The Monte-Carlo Bay hotel is worth a visit in itself: an artificial lagoon on a bed of fine white sand communicating all year long with a heated indoor swimming pool entices hotel guests to never leave the comfort of this unique paradise. With its contemporary Zen decor the "Spa of the Five Continents" occupies an area of over 1000 square yards. Plan to enjoy a sensuous moment there and choose from its wide selection of traditional aromatic treatments and massages.
When you pass through the Monte-Carlo Bay's luxurious gardens look for the aromatic plants that Chef Marcel Ravin uses in his light and varied cuisine… another item on your personal health care list.
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Fairmont Monte-Carlo
On July 4th the Fairmont Monte-Carlo inaugurated a prestigious new spa perched high above the sea, perfectly in keeping with the hotel's privileged ranking among the Principality's largest establishments. The Willow Stream occupies an area of over 1000 square yards and offers a breathtaking view of the Mediterranean. Energy is its motto: treatments include 100% energizing baths and massages with a regenerating, relaxing and bracing effect.
Men will appreciate the treatments specially designed for them, such as the "Pole Position"… a reference to Monaco's prestigious Grand Prix automobile race. In fact the Willow Stream's bay windows look directly out onto the most famous winding stretch on the course.
The refined cuisine of Chef Maryan Gandon can provide a perfect accompaniment to your Willow Stream sessions. His "Bento Box" meals include meat, fish or vegetarian dishes made with local produce of the season and served in the Spa's cozy lounge … a mouth-watering pause between health treatments.
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The Monte-Carlo Thermes Marins (thermal seawater baths)
The Thermal Sea Baths of Monte-Carlo are second to none along the Mediterranean coast in the field of thalassotherapy (sea water treatments). The "Thermes Marins" owe their excellent reputation to a team of experts trained in the use of salt water drawn directly from the surrounding sea and brimming with healing dietary minerals. Treatments there are veritable thermal cures prescribed in collaboration with therapeutic specialists who offer innovative programmes in physical and mental well being. Their approach is a preventative one, both personalized and completely up-to-date: the Thermes Marins have established a partnership with Monaco's Cardio-Thoracic Center as well as the Principality's new Institute for Medicine and Sports (IM2S).
Along with its 300 days of sunshine per year and 8000 square yards of exceptional spa facilities facing the sea, the "Thermes Marins" offer high quality gastronomic meals at its restaurant "L'Hirondelle", specializing in dietary cuisine.
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