Do you get massages?
I do! Sometimes I treat myself to a night at the spa in lieu of a night out. It’s glooooorious. And you should too.
The key to getting pampered is extending your stay as long as possible. That’s why amenities are just as important as the service. You can make an entire evening of it.
The other day, Mario Tricoci {in Oakbrook} invited me in to try their new Australian massage. I’m not even kidding – hands down the best massage I have ever had. If you go, be sure to ask for Charlotte.
What makes a massage “Australian” are the Macadamia Oils straight from the fields of Australia and the bamboo boomerang. The oils moisturize your skin while the boomerang shaped massage tool is used as an advanced therapy technique. I swear Charlotte had to peel me off the table.
Afterwards, treat yourself to tea and cookie in the relaxation room. Candles, fresh orchids and roses are everywhere. A steam with an iced washcloth to cool off. And a little snooze in the quiet room. If you make a day of it, you can order a freshly prepared lunch in the orchid room. How magical is that?
Lastly, leave the spa just as beautiful as you came. Locker rooms are stocked with hair dryers, razors, face lotion, shampoo, conditioner and all the hair products from the salon – you name it.
If you live in the Chicagoland area, treat yourself to this $105 Australian massage! I went to the Oakbrook location, but the Chicago location is beautiful too. I’ve been going to Mario’s since I was in high school! You’ll be thrilled by Mario Tricoci’s services and amenities. Top notch!
Not in the mood to go to the spa? Create your own pampering experience from home!
