Tga press kit aug 25 15 by Alfonso Lomeli

BIO

Marko Iglendza is transforming the way travelers spend their time at an airport, one terminal at a time. Iglendza is the founder and CEO of Terminal Getaway Spa, a multi-national enterprise headquartered in Chicago.

M ARKO I GLENDZA

Iglendza is first and foremost an entrepreneur with a keen sense of market timing. He identified the need for an upscale experience in U.S. airports as travel delays and early check-ins were on the rise. Iglendza decided to bring a 5-star spa experience into an airport environment. Currently there are Terminal Getaway Spas in airports in Chicago, Charlotte and Orlando with plans for more locations, offering everything from ‘Last-Minute’ manicures to ‘Jet-Lag’ foot messages to a ‘Bod Voyage’ full-body massage. This Chicago resident has a degree from Northwestern University and a law degree from DePaul Law School. Prior to launching Terminal Getaway Spa in 2006, Iglendza had several successful start-ups under his belt.

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ABOUT US

OVERVIEW Founded in 2006, Terminal Getaway Spa is the first and only airport spa designed with the traveler in mind. With a growing portfolio including locations in Chicago, Charlotte and Orlando, Terminal Getaway Spa is the premier airport relaxation station revolutionizing airport spas and improving the travel experience by offering private treatment rooms, on-trend services, mainstay hospitality and extensively trained licensed technicians – without the price tag of a luxe resort or hotel. The authentic spa-like atmosphere transforms guests from the hustle and bustle of the airport to a serene setting with the use of subdued colors and lighting that induce relaxation. The inviting décor showcasing a combination of modern artwork and accents was designed by Chicago-based firm James Thomas, and welcomes travelers with a high-level of luxury and function. The smart floor plans were conceptualized by Michele Pelafas Inc, a leading design firm in the spa, beauty and medical spa industry. The new look and fresh aesthetic at Terminal Getaway Spa was updated in 2014 and uses natural colors and transitional furniture to provide guests with a firstclass treatment prior to, or after, a long flight.

LOCATIONS

POPULAR TREATMENTS

Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)

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Located on the D/E Connector 704-359-4365 Hours: 7:30 a.m. – 10:00 p.m.

Chicago O’Hare International Airport (ORD)

“Private Charter” Chair Massages “Last Minute” Manicure “Fast on your Feet” Pedicure “Elite Feet” Pedicure Private Treatment Room “Bod Voyage” Full Body Massages “Jet Lag” Foot & Leg Treatment

Terminal 3/Main Building – Near Gate H1 773-686-8001 Hours: 6:30 a.m. – 9:30 p.m.

Terminal 1/Concourse B – Near Gate B12 773-686-8014 Hours: 6:30 a.m. – 9:30 p.m. H/K Corridor – Near American Airlines Admirals Club 773-686-4836 Hours: 7:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.

Orlando International Airport (MCO) Airside 2/Gates 100-129 407-825-2440 Hours: 7:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.

THE SPA DESIGNED WITH THE TRAVELER IN MIND

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SSERVICES ERVICES MENU

H A N D S & F EE T

M A S S AG E

“LAST MINUTE” MANICURE

“PRIVATE CHARTER” CHAIR MASSAGE

Standard Manicure, 20 minutes.................................. $25 With Gel Polish, 25 minutes .......................................... $45

“TIME ON YOUR HANDS” MANICURE Deluxe Manicure, 35 minutes ...................................... $45 With Gel Polish, 40 minutes .......................................... $65 Package includes a complimentary OPI Polish and water.

“FAST ON YOUR FEET” PEDICURE Standard Pedicure, 30 minutes ................................... $45 With Gel Polish, 35 minutes .......................................... $65

“ELITE FEET” PEDICURE Deluxe Pedicure, 45 minutes ....................................... $65 With Gel Polish, 45 minutes .......................................... $85 Package includes a complimentary OPI Polish and water.

MANICURE WITH 15-MINUTE SWEDISH CHAIR MASSAGE Standard Manicure, 35 minutes.................................. $50 Deluxe Manicure, 60 minutes ...................................... $70

ENHANCEMENTS Polish Change on Hand, 15 minutes .......................... $12 Polish Change on Feet, 15 minutes ............................ $17 French Polish, 10 minutes ............................................. $17 Add French Polish, 10 minutes ........................................... $12

SOAK OFF Soak Off Gel Polish, 20 minutes ................................... $40 With Gel Polish Manicure, 40 minutes......................... $55 With Gel Polish Pedicure, 50 minutes .......................... $75 Manicure/pedicure is required before any Gel Polish application

10 minutes Swedish ........................................................................... $19 Deep Tissue ...................................................................... $23 15 minutes Swedish ........................................................................... $28 Deep Tissue ...................................................................... $34 20 minutes Swedish ........................................................................... $35 Deep Tissue ...................................................................... $42 30 minutes Swedish ........................................................................... $55 Deep Tissue ...................................................................... $66

PRIVATE TREATMENT ROOM “BOD VOYAGE” FULL-BODY MASSAGE 30 minutes Swedish ........................................................................... $65 Deep Tissue ...................................................................... $80 45 minutes Swedish ........................................................................... $90 Deep Tissue .................................................................... $110 60 minutes Swedish ......................................................................... $110 Deep Tissue .................................................................... $135 90 minutes Swedish ......................................................................... $160 Deep Tissue .................................................................... $195 Includes complimentary water after your service.

“JET LEG” FOOT & LEG TREATMENT 20 minutes ..................................................................... $45 30 minutes ..................................................................... $55

“BODY MAPPING” REFLEXOLOGY TREATMENT 30 minutes ..................................................................... $55

S KIN CA R E FACIAL S

WAX ING

MD SKINCARE AGE-DEFYING FACIAL TREATMENTS

“CLEAR FOR TAKEOFF” HAIR REMOVAL

Express Peel, 15 minutes............................................... $50 Relaxing Back Facial, 30 minutes................................ $75 Hydrating Facial, 30 minutes ....................................... $65 Deluxe Facial, 45 minutes ............................................ $85

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Lip ........................................................................... from $18 Chin ....................................................................... from $18 Brow ....................................................................... from $20 Back ....................................................................... from $60 Bikini ....................................................................... from $40 Upper or lower leg ............................................... from $45

SSERVICES ERVICES MENU

H A N D S & F EE T

M A S S AG E

“LAST MINUTE” MANICURE

“PRIVATE CHARTER” CHAIR MASSAGE

Standard Manicure, 20 minutes.................................. $25 With Gel Polish, 25 minutes .......................................... $45

“FAST ON YOUR FEET” PEDICURE Standard Pedicure, 30 minutes ................................... $45 With Gel Polish, 35 minutes .......................................... $65

MANICURE WITH 15-MINUTE SWEDISH CHAIR MASSAGE Standard Manicure, 35 minutes.................................. $50 Deluxe Manicure, 60 minutes ...................................... $70

“BODY MAPPING” REFLEXOLOGY TREATMENT 30 minutes ..................................................................... $55

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MD SKINCARE AGE-DEFYING FACIAL TREATMENTS

“CLEAR FOR TAKEOFF” HAIR REMOVAL

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(Marko Iglendza (center) receives the Best New Consumer Service Concept Award in April for his Terminal Getaway Spa concept. Charlotte Douglas is home to one of the spas. Jules Clifford) The businessman behind the spa at Charlotte Douglas International Airport has been awarded the Best New Consumer Service Concept Award, a distinction selected from more than 300 nominations across the U.S. and Canada. Marko Iglendza, a Chicago entrepreneur, operates five Terminal Getaway Spas in three airports â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Charlotte, Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Hare and Orlando. Iglendza created the spa concept with travel delays and early check-ins in mind. The spas have private treatment rooms, services such as manicures and massages, and trained, licensed technicians. The award was presented in April during the Business of Airports Conference hosted by the Airport Council International.

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“O’Hare airport spa relieves flying stress.” A chair massage at an airport is not like most other chair massages. For instance, while sitting there with your head buried and a pair of blissful hands kneading your shoulders and back, you’re quite likely to hear someone exclaiming, “My flight’s already been delayed, like, four times today!” And then they explain that their departure has been moved from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and, finally, 4 p.m. Such chirping distraction is antithetical to most massages, but at O’Hare International Airport, it couldn’t matter less; you take relief where you can get it. And, after shoehorning yourself into a stiff, too-narrow airplane seat between a screaming baby and someone eating a Big Mac, the relief is increasingly available at airports. A Chicago businessman is taking aim at what he sees as increasing consumer demand. Marko Iglendza has brought Terminal Getaway Spa to airports in Charlotte, N.C., and Orlando, Fla., plus three installations at O’Hare that he opened last year. At O’Hare, there are two in Terminal 3 (one of which is a kiosk) and one in Terminal 1.

to 10-minute chair massages (beginning at $19). The most popular services are 20- and 30-minute chair massages, as well as 45- or 60-minute full body massages in a private room, where you’d never know you’re in an airport amid the smooth jazz and dim lighting. He tried offering hair services at the Charlotte location, which he opened in 2006. But when it comes to grooming — hair, facials and waxing — travelers are already set, he learned. What they want, especially on a layover, is to relax. “You’re tense and annoyed, and it’s usually a long day,” when you’re at an airport, Iglendza said. “The minute someone touches you, you feel at ease.” That’s true no matter what kind of conversation is happening around you. - jbnoel@tribune.com

(He’s not alone, of course. With more than 50 locations worldwide, including one in O’Hare’s Terminal 5, XpresSpa, http://www.xpresspa.com, is among the industry leaders.) “People’s tastes have changed,” Iglendza said. “They’re looking for health and wellness types of things.” And where is health and wellness more useful than one of the most crowded and utilitarian spaces we interact with? Iglendza offers full and bite-size services, all the way down

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“Zen Moments Among The Chaos Of The Airport” Stop me if you’ve heard this one before. You diligently planned your upcoming getaway and worked right up until it was time to head to the airport. As you look down at your struggle feet and chipped nails, you realize that the one thing you forgot to plan was that much needed mani-pedi and now you’re about to spend and hour or more siting in the airport, waiting to board your plane to paradise with 3 layers of callus on your feet and struggle nails. If only you could get a mani pedi! Now you can, surprisingly at the airport and it’s not only a good way to kill time but you also get a great service because let’s face it, a little r&r beats the chase for an outlet anytime. Slept wrong on that 5 hour flight now your neck is a little crooked? A legit massage at the airport is in order and you can also get one at the airport. At Chicago’s O’Hare airport, there are 2 full service spas to take advantage of that offers mani, pedi, deep tissue, couples massage and even facials. Terminal Getaway Spa, located in both terminal 1 and terminal 3 is like an unexpected oasis. Crunched for time but need to get that polish changed, in about 20 minutes you can. If you have more time to spare, you can treat yourself to a full mani-pedi or full body massage in one of their private rooms. Though you can get a clear view of the airplanes and runways, you won’t hear a peep! Pricing is comparable to what most spa’s and salons charge so it’s not like the sticker shock you get when you order a sausage egg mcmuffin and sausage and its 2x the normal price. No you don’t get one of those creepy(to me) massage chairs while you get a pedi but what you do get are very attentive associates that will scrub the dead life out of your feet. True story, during my session I had gone about 2 months without a pedi(covers eyes) so my feet was beyond struggle and Ronnie brought it back to life. As many of you plan your upcoming summer getaways or late spring break, or for ye frequent travelers, this information will come in handy. They have complete O.P.I range of products and their massage rooms are very tranquil. You’ll truly be on the right track before your getaway or business trip.

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“Stuck at O’Hare, Midway? Kill Time at Airport Spas, Yoga Rooms, Galleries” CHICAGO — For many Chicagoans whose families don’t live in the city, Thanksgiving means spending several hours in the airport before and after the festivities. In fact, the Chicago Department of Aviation predicts that O’Hare and Midway airports will see more than 1.9 million passengers over the eight-day travel period this year. Compared to last year, the Aviation Department is projecting a 1.5 percent increase at O’Hare and a 3 percent increase at Midway. So instead of wasting time while you wait to board your regularly scheduled flight or — God forbid — a delayed one, why not try to make the most of it? Both airports, which will be decked out in holiday decorations, offer a bunch of unique attractions, eateries and shops, and DNAinfo Chicago rounded up some of the best: O’Hare Airport Regardless of gate assignment, all O’Hare passengers can move freely to Terminals 1, 2 and 3 after going through security, according to the aviation officials. Terminal 5, the international terminal, is excluded because it’s not connected to the others. Terminal 1: Calm your preflight jitters by getting a “Bod Voyage” full-body massage or a “Last Minute” manicure at the Terminal Getaway Spa, which is one of three locations at the airport.

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“Terminal Getaway Spa Get Pampered Right at the Airport” Memorial Day and summer vacations are upon us! That means we will be spending a lot more time in O’Hare airport over the next few months. Here to make your travel experience less stressful is the Terminal Getaway Spa, located right in the middle of Terminals 1 and 3 (you can access it through the other terminals as well). Recently, I had the pleasure of spending time in the Terminal 3 spa for a manicure and pedicure with nail technician extraordinaire, Jillian Lawler. Jillian helped me pick out the right color – light blue, one of the biggest color trends of the season – then sat me down in a comfy seat equipped with phone charging plugs. Before I get into the details of my incredible service, the most important thing to know about Terminal Getaway is that everything on the menu is listed with specific time increments – and they stick to it. Massage and nail services range from 10 to 60 minutes each, so you know exactly what you are getting into while you wait for your flight. Whether you’re on an extended layover or you’ve arrived early for a flight, there is time and space for you to get pampered at this spa.

In terms of the facilities and tools, there are three massage rooms, several massage chairs, four manicure stations and at least three draining pedicure sinks (these are critical for sanitary reasons). All of the nail techs use a new set of tools for each guest and guests can even take the tools home if they like. While waiting for my nails to dry, I bumped into nutritionist (and repeat TGS customer), April Winslow. As owner of Choose to Change Nutrition Services, she reiterated the importance of regular manicures and pedicures for health reasons. (Did you know cleaning up the nails and sloughing off dead skin cells allows oxygen to reach your blood stream?) Thank you, April, for giving me another excuse to pamper myself on a regular basis. For your next visit to O’Hare, plan a visit to Terminal Getaway Spa. I guarantee it will make those layovers and flight delays much more tolerable.

The spa is magically sheltered from all of that airport background bustle, making it easy for me to peacefully enjoy my time chatting with and being pampered by Jillian. Jillian gave me a dry manicure – which means no soaking was involved. The beauty of the dry manicure is that it saves time and makes the nails less susceptible to cracking and chipping. To ensure the manicure will last as long as possible, the techs use CND products. Jillian’s favorites include the cuticle remover gel (a key component of the dry manicure) and the sticky basecoat which sticks to both the polish and your nail to help extend the life of the manicure.

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“NOW AND ZEN A Trio of Posh Spas Opens at O’Hare” In 2006, Marko Iglendza opened his first Terminal Getaway Spa in the Charlotte, N.C., airport. Even then, he wanted to bring the luxe layover spot closer to home. That took eight yearsbut in late 2014, he was finally able to bring the concept to O’Hare, installing the spas in three locations in Terminals 1 and 3-a move that more than doubled the size of his company. “The day that I finally decided I wanted to expand to other airports, O’Hare made it public that [it was] issuing a request for proposals to revamp [its] retail and services areas,” Iglendza says. “It felt a little serendipitous” For harried travelers who find themselves with time to kill, Terminal Getaway Spa 12 | TERMINAL GETAWAY SPA

is an upscale respite from the crowded hum of the airport. Two of the O’Hare locations are full-service spas with offerings that can be experienced during a quick flight change or an hourslong delay. Clients can make an appointment or walk in for anything from 20-minute express manicures (from $25) to 90-minute deep-tissue massages ($195) performed in private treatment rooms. (The third location is a kiosk that offers chair massages in Terminal 3.) Iglendza knows luxury when he sees it-he’s a familiar Gold Coast face who regularly jet sets around the world and attends society events with his partner, Chicago window-washing magnate Neal Zucker, and their boldfaced name friends. His obsessive attention to detail

has already made Terminal Getaway Spa a sought-out amenity at O’Hare, especially during the frenzied holidaytravel season. “We try to create a more peaceful spa experience than what you find in most airports today,” Iglendza says, noting that O’Hare has particularly high standards for its concessionaires. “And if the client is happy, the airport is happy, and we’re happy.”

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“TERMINAL GETAWAY SPA: Revolutionizing Airport Spas” We’re about to embark on a long day of airport travel, and wish that one of the three airports we’re about to find ourselves in had a Terminal Getaway Spa. With five locations in Chicago O’Hare, Charlotte Douglas, and Orlando International Airport, Terminal Getaway Spa is aiming to be the premier airport relaxation station. The brand is revolutionizing airport spas and improving the travel experience by offering private treatment rooms, ontrendservices, mainstay hospitality, and trained licensed technicians. Treatments include: the Last Minute manicure ($25) in 20 minutes flat, or a Time on Your Hands deluxe version

($45) for 35 minutes. Guests may also opt for the massage chair for a speedy 10-minute rubdown ($19) or head to a private treatment room for a 90-minute Bod Voyage deep tissue massage ($195). The rapidly growing airport spa brand is the brainchild of Chicago-based entrepreneur Marko Iglendza who geared the spas toward travelers who are in a hurry—or not—with treatments ranging from 10 to 90 minutes. “I identified the need for an upscale experience in U.S. airports as travel delays and early check-ins were on the rise. So I decided to bring a fivestar spa experience into an airport environment,” explains Iglendza. “The authentic spa-like atmosphere transforms

guests from the hustle and bustle of the airport to a serene setting with the use of subdued colors and lighting that induce relaxation.” Chicago-based firm James Thomas, is responsible for the welcoming (and functional) décor that is a combination of modern artwork and accents, while the floor plans were conceptualized by Michele Pelafas, a leading design firm in the spa, beauty, and medical spa industry.

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“SAVING TIME AND MONEY AT THE AIRPORT” Harriet Baskas, Special to CNBC Making the most of airport dwell time becomes more important, and more challenging, during the busy holiday travel season. Road warriors can save money and time by taking advantage of services and amenities airports have been adding in recent years. A little pampering goes a long way when it comes to improving your travel outlook and appearance. Barbershops, spas and salons at an ever-increasing number of airports offer services that range from haircuts, shampoos and shaves to facials, pedicures, manicures and massages at prices generally on par with what you pay for these services in town Between Thanksgiving and Christmas, Terminal Getaway Spa, with branches at Chicago O’Hare, Charlotte Douglas and Orlando International Airport, will be giving away treatments via Twitter. .

“TERMINAL GETAWAY SPA: DESGINED FOR TRAVELLERS” By Kimberly Krol Chicago-based entrepreneur Marko Iglendza designed Terminal Getaway Spa for travelers in a hurry — or not. Treatments at the growing brand of airport spas range from 10 to 90 minutes. With five locations across Chicago O’Hare International Airport, Charlotte Douglas International Airport and Orlando International Airport, the expanding brand is becoming a premier airport relaxation station. Revolutionizing the concept of airport spas, Terminal Getaway Spa offers private treatment rooms, on-trend services and extensively trained and licensed technicians, at affordable rates. Treatments vary in length of time and type. The Last Minute manicure is completed in 20 minutes, while the Time on Your Hands deluxe version lasts 35 minutes. Prices are $25 and $45, respectively. Ten minutes in the massage chair offers a quick hit of relaxation for $19, while travelers with time to spare can indulge in the 90-minute Bod Voyage deep-tissue massage.

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Terminal Getaway Spa Offers Spa Treatments in the Airport By Lillian Africano Why sit around in crowded airport terminals when you could be enjoying a relaxing spa treatment? Terminal Getaway Spa is the premier airport relaxation station revolutionizing airportspas and improving the travel experience by offering private treatment rooms, on-trend services, mainstay hospitality and extensively trained licensed technicians – without the price tag of a luxe resort or hotel. Treatments include the following: a “Last Minute” mani ($25) in 20 minutes flat, or a “Time on Your Hands” deluxe version ($45) for 35 minutes. Guests can also opt for the massage chair for a speedy 10-minute rubdown ($19) or head to a private treatment room for a 90-minute “Bod Voyage” deep tissue massage ($195). T here are currently 5 locations in Chicago O’Hare, Charlotte Douglas and Orlando International Airport . The rapidly growing airport spa brand is the brainchild of Chicago-based entrepreneur Marko Iglendza, who geared the spas toward travelers in a hurry–or not with treatments ranging from 10 to 90 minutes. 16 | TERMINAL GETAWAY SPA

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“At ORD & MDW: Military Appreciation” Throughout May, Chicago’s O’Hare and Midway Airport will be hosting planned events, programs and special discounts for military personnel as part of Military Appreciation Month. (At O’Hare, the Terminal Getaway Spa will be offering military personnel 50 percent off all chair massages at their kiosk i the H/K corridor. ) TERMINAL GETAWAY SPA | 17

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“TAKE A SPA BREAK” Yes, traveling can be stressful, which is why the airport is the perfect place for a massage. O’Hare is home to not one, not two, but three Terminal Getaway Spas (in terminals 1, 3 and the H/K corridor), offering private treatment rooms for massages, facials and waxing, along with manicure and pedicure services. But it’s more than just the snacks. ORD is home to multiple spas, a yoga room, an indoor garden, a gym and more. And don’t get us started on the land surrounding the airport, where a herd of goats, llamas and burros keep the lawn mowed, and 1 million bees fill the country’s first onsite airport apiary. Read up on what’s in store, and consider leaving just a little bit earlier for your next flight to take it all in. Don’t have time for a 90-minute deep tissue massage? You can opt for a 10-minute “Private Charter” chair massage and be on your way.

“TAKE A SPA BREAK” One of the top three busiest airports in the world and the hub for American and United, Chicago’s O’Hare International Airport (ORD) is notorious for delays, which means you may end up with a longer layover than you planned. The good news: it’s not a bad airport to be stuck in, if you must. And from the airport, the city is an easy—if not always quick—ride on the L train’s Blue Line. For pure relaxation, there are Terminal Getaway Spas in Terminals 1 and 3 and an XpressSpa in Terminal 5.

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Spa treatments have become an integral element of many wellness regimens. Little wonder the industry has grown exponentially over the years. According to the most recent research from the International Spa Association, the number of spa locations in the United States rose from an estimated 4,140 in 1999 to 20,180 in 2013. They also are increasingly accessible—whether close to home, a far-flung destination or a stop along the way. Terminal Getaway Spa is a full-service spa with three locations at O’Hare International Airport and one each in Charlotte and Orlando. The menu accommodates short and long layovers, from quickie polish changes to full-body massages.

“DELAY GRATIFICATION Terminal Getaway spas open at O’Hare” “You sweated bullets in the back of that Uber. You made it to O’Hare only to get stuck in security behind the guy with the stinkiest feet ever. You finally found your gate and--whaaat?--your flight is suddenly delayed two hours. Embrace the insanity, because now you can recharge at one of the three Terminal Getaway spas that recently opened at our city’s largest airport. (Look for them in Terminal 3 near gate H1, Terminal 1 near gate B12 and the H/K corridor near American’s Admirals Club.) The chain is the brainchild of Chicago-based entrepreneur Marko Iglendza, who geared the spas toward travelers in a hurry--or not. Most services on Terminal Getaway’s menu come in quick and standard versions: You can get a “Last Minute” mani ($25) in 20 minutes flat, or opt for a “Time on Your Hands” deluxe version ($45) that takes 35. Hop in the massage chair for a speedy 10-minute rubdown ($19) or head to a private treatment room for a 90-minute “Bod Voyage” deep tissue massage ($195). You’ll be so blissed out, you won’t bat an eyelash if someone sneaks a Knee Defender onto the plane.”

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“It’s ‘Peppermint Delight’ Season at These Airport Spas” “Things you already purchase at the airport: trashy mystery novels, tabloids promising stars without makeup, Sbarro. (Do those still exist anywhere else?) Things you will now start purchasing at the airport: cranial massage, Crayola brand nail polish, a bikini wax. Go to Brazil, get a Brazilian. It’s poetry, really. Terminal Getaway Spa is the brain behind these body treatments. Billing itself as the “first and only spa designed with the traveler in mind,” Terminal offers an array of 10- to 90-minute services at (so far) five locations between three different airports: Chicago O’Hare, Charlotte Douglas, and Orlando International Airport. (Because really, nothing necessitates a massage like 6 days and 7 nights of screaming kids high on Disney crack.) Last week the spa announced that it was rolling out a variety of new treatments, including a stress-reducing, focus-restoring cranial massage; holiday themed “Peppermint Delight” mani-pedis; and the “Kid’s Crayola Meni-Pedi,” which allows your jet setting little diva to get all dolled up on the go. Pretty helpful, especially if you’re en route to the “Toddlers & Tiaras” Finals in Depressed Armadillo, TX. But actually, with its “walk-ins” welcome approach, Terminal might be able to carve itself a niche in the spa scene. After hours on an airplane, a soothing “Jet Leg” rubdown does sound pretty sweet. And if you’re running late for a destination wedding or a new client pitch, it wouldn’t hurt to maximize your layover by getting your nails done. After all, you can’t be caught without your makeup. We all know how that ends up.”

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“Here’s One Way to Kill Time at the Airport This Holiday Season Get your kids’ nails did at the airport.” “Delayed flights. Crowded planes. Cranky children. Car seat struggles. Panic attacks over lost stuffed animals. Yup, sounds like holiday travel to us. When traveling through airports this holiday season, it can often be the most un-wonderful time of the year. But if your travels take you to, or through, Chicago O’Hare, Charlotte Douglas or (brace yourselves) Orlando International airports, there is some relief, thanks to the Terminal Getaway Spas at those airports. Jaunted.com mentioned the spas’ new offerings for the holiday season today and our eyes went directly to the Kid’s Crayola Mani/Pedi service which uses the Crayola brand of nail polish (about $25.) How cute and what a brilliant way to kill time at the airport.

Of course, we were also drawn to the Four Hands Massage for adults where you get two therapists using their four hands on your body for an hour. Yes, in the airport! In a private room, of course. And we were not hating the idea of a cranial massage as we wait for our flight. We might even show up early for our flight just to take advantage of this. You can even get waxing done in case you got sidetracked with the packing before you left home. (Although, this could get kind of weird. “Where did Mommy/Daddy go?” “Oh, um, just to see about something in that store over there. He/She should be back soon.”) Appointments are recommended at the Terminal Getaway Spas but this being an airport spa business, of course they accept walk-ins. You can check their exact locations in the airport terminals here.“

5 Things We Love This November Find out what’s inspiring the up! team to travel this month “I’m hoping to experience some of the new treatments unveiled this month at one of five Terminal Getaway Spas. This line of airport spas features high-quality, efficient treatments for travelers. Who wouldn’t want to fit in a quick mani-pedi or a brainboosting cranial massage on the way through the airport? Bring on the “Bod Voyage” massage.” —Pam Fieber, Managing Editor

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