May 18, 2012

Prenatal Pampering at The Phoenix Resort, Belize

The Phoenix, Belize

The Phoenix is a luxury beachfront resort on Ambergris Caye, an island off the coast of Belize. The resort features 30 beautifully-finished and spacious suites all overlooking the Caribbean Sea. What makes it ideal for a babymoon are the unique prenatal treatments offered at their on-site spa, Sol Spa. In particular, the Maya Abdominal Therapy is very popular with expecting mothers.

The Maya Abdominal Therapy
After the first trimester in pregnancy this treatment is an excellent means to help maintain a healthy position of the uterus which ensures the baby is in the healthiest position. It also alleviates back pain, pubic pain, digestive issues, and relaxes the adrenals.

The first consultation & treatment is 90 minutes for 130 USD.
For treatment only – 60 minutes / 105 USD

Expecting mothers will enjoy the treatment and because Sol Spa is a full service spa, they can partake in facials, manicures, pedicures, and other body treatments. For expecting Dads, sports massage and deep tissue massage are also available, along with other treatments ideal for relaxing and rejuvenating

In addition to the treatments offered at Sol Spa, babymoon guests can enjoy other resort amenities such as:
           
•         Welcome gift pack of baby-themed DVDs
•         Complimentary use of an Ipad that has specific apps for expecting parents,
          as well as a Kindle, or Wii
•         Two beautiful saline pools including a separate lap pool
•         A critically acclaimed on-site restaurant serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner
•         Over-sized showers and separate Jacuzzi tubs
•         King sized beds with 100% cotton sheets
•         Flat screen TVs, iPod docks, DVD players, and free WiFi

WEBSITE  www.thephoenixbelize.com
PHONE 1-877-822-5512 
E-MAIL info@thephoenixbelize.com

Pool at The Phoenix, Belize

Maternal Moments in the Portuguese countryside

CampoReal's infinity pool

THE RESORT
In the countryside, just 30 minutes from vibrant Lisbon, lies the Hotel CampoReal Golf Resort & Spa. Amongst green valleys and ancient vineyards, this five-star luxurious resort is the ultimate destination for relaxation.

We spend our last two Summer family holidays at CampoReal, a truly spectacular spot to relax, celebrate and reconnect. CampoReal has all ingredients for a memorable holiday : indoor and outdoor swimming, spa treatments at DiVine Spa, horse riding, shopping, tennis, golf, excellent restaurants, nearby beaches and Funland for the kids. In the Summer, guests can also experience cooking, cocktail and wine workshops. Other options are Portuguese lessons and Makeup lessons.

CampoReal Golf Resort & Spa

ACCOMMODATION
CampoReal’s hotel boasts 151 elegant guestrooms including double, single, twin and suites. The rooms have been tastefully decorated in neutral tones and comfortable furnishings, offering a beautiful space where guests will be able to relax. Further CampoReal offers 126 high quality self-catering villas, apartments and townhouses.
Enjoy all the amenities the hotel has to offer while staying at one of the beautiful decorated residences.  The rooms are provided with voice mail, high speed internet connection, refreshment center and in-room movies. The luxury suites feature separate living room and bedroom areas, many with balconies and/or terraces.

Hydrotherapy pool at DiVine Spa

DIVINE SPA

Escape into a world of soothing relaxation at the DiVine Spa at CampoReal. Balance your body and mind as you sit back in the Hydrotherapy pool. Take in the stunning Silver Coast views as you warm up in the Sauna. Stimulate your senses with a refreshing ice bath. Choose your perfect scent – lavender, pine, lemon or mint – in the Turkish Hamam. Prepare your muscles for massage in the Caribbean storm shower

Eight individually decorated treatment rooms each have a private shower. The jewel in the crown is the double treatment suite, which has a private balcony and hydro bath.

Heated indoor swimming pool

A range of facials, massages and body treatments are available, using Comfort Zone products with natural ingredients.
For expecting mothers and nursing mums, CampoReal carefully designed ‘Maternal Moments’ indulgent, relaxing and nurturing experiences.

Lullaby for the Mum To Be
A soothing experience for the mum-to-be that includes a scalp, back and leg massage. Calming and nourishing oils, including lavender and grape-seed oil, will help increase circulation and restore lightness.
Fees: 45 minutes/60€
Nurturing Cocoon
A nourishing body treatment that begins with a gentle sweet orange and macadamia nut oil scrub. The body is then enveloped in a Kaolin white clay cocoon with grape extracts that will leave your skin velvety soft. A relaxing scalp massage completes this motherly journey.
Fees: 60 minutes /88€
New Mum Experience
Step forward in your quest to get the body back into shape with this specialized treatment that will reduce fluid retention and uneven skin texture. After a grape seed exfoliation, a detoxifying red vine wrap is applied to restore skin balance, suppleness, elasticity and a firmer appearance. Complete your experience with a vigorous massage concentrated on the hip and thigh areas designed to improve the metabolism.
Fees: 75 minutes/95€

 

The infinity Pool at CampoReal

 

OUTSIDE THE RESORT
LoureShopping is a big shopping mall just 30 minutes from the resort. LoureShopping is home to well known stores like Zara, H&M, Benetton and Bebé Confort.

Some pre-birth shopping can also be done in Torres Vedras, the lovely town only 5 minutes from the resort.  We visited a Disney themed shoe  store called Sweet Shoes (rua Serpa Pinto 20) where you can find even the smallest shoes for your baby. Expecting mums and new mums will also love the nearby Casa Sandrinha. This store offers a very wide range of the baby and children brand Mayoral.

Another great day was a visit to the museum town of Óbidos. The town is characterised by its white houses inside a wall. Near the Tourist Information Office, horse drawn carriages rides are waiting to take you on a tour through the historic center. The ride is absolutely exciting because of all the small streets.

Nevertheless, exploring the center by walking around might be the best option, especially when you are pregnant.

GETTING THERE
Lisbon airport (airport code = LIS) is only a 30 minute drive from CampoReal on the A8 motorway. You can pick up a hire car from the airport or arrange for a private car to collect you through CampoReal Services.