RELAX& rejuvenate

AFTER WHAT HAD been a long week at work, I was really looking forward to some much-needed R and R to nurture the mind, body and soul and the luxurious Noosa Springs Spa did not disappoint.

Part of Noosa Springs Golf and Spa Resort and situated between the lush Noosa National Park and picturesque Lake Weyba, just three kilometres from the heart of Noosa, the spa is the perfect place to relax and unwind. From the moment you enter the beautiful resort, you feel an instant sense of calm and relaxation.

This was my first visit to the Noosa Springs Spa but I had heard great things about their unique thermal suite, which they are renowned for. Based on European aqua therapy, the amazing experience includes hot and cold aqua therapies, steam room, infrared sauna and a blitz shower.

You can enjoy the thermal suite as part of a treatment package or on its own. At just $75 for 55 minutes, or $120 for 120 minutes including a decadent high tea and a glass of sparkling or juice, it’s great as a mother-daughter experience or a fun day out with a group of girlfriends

Fortunately, the thermal suite experience was included as part of my Revitalise & Replenish package, followed by an indulgent cleansing body scrub – bliss.

Set at a very comfortable near-body temperature, the hydro massage pool was the perfect precursor to my treatment. The strong underwater jets worked their magic on my tired and achy muscles, so I was ready to take full advantage of my relaxing body scrub. There is also a flotation pool experience available, which allows you to enjoy total weightlessness.

Starting with a gentle brush of my skin to exfoliate, my therapist expertly massaged a decadent sugar scrub into my skin to invigorate and revitalise. Then, after a refreshing shower to remove any excess scrub, a rich moisturiser was applied, leaving my entire body feeling silky smooth. noosasprings.com.au

After slipping into the comfortable robe provided, I enjoyed the next hour of ‘me time’ in the gorgeous courtyard, relaxing over a glass of chilled bubbles and a delicious platter of cheese, fruit and chocolates – talk about being pampered.

I left Noosa Springs Spa feeling like a new person. Revived and rejuvenated and ready to face the rest of the week. I am already thinking about my next treatment. With such an amazing array of beautiful experiences to choose from, the only problem will be deciding what to book.