Spa Week's $50 Spa Treatments

When Is Spa Week?
Spa Week takes place in the spring and the fall in the U.S. and Canada. The next Spa Week is April 11-17, 2011. It generally has two different weeks in both spring and fall -- one for the East Coast and one for the West Coast. A similar event called also takes place twice a year.

Where Is Spa Week?
Spa Week mostly takes place in major markets with a high concentration of spas. Participating Spa Week markets in the western U.S. include include Arizona (Phoenix, Scottsdale, Sedona and Tempe), California (Los Angeles, Orange County, San Diego, San Francisco), Seattle, Las Vegas, Denver, Minnesota (St. Paul and Minneapolis)and Texas (Austin, Dallas, Houston and San Antonio.

Spa Week markets in the Eastern U.S. and Canada include New York (primarily New York City and Long Island), Chicago, Washington D.C., Florida (Miami and Ft. Lauderdale), Atlanta, Baltimore, Boston, Detroit, New Jersey, North Carolina, Pennsylvania (Philadelphia and Pittsburgh), Nashville, Virginia (Virginia Beach, Reston, Richmond and Fairfax) and Toronto.

How Do I Find Out Which Spas Are Participating and What They're Offering During Spa Week?
You have to register at Spaweek.com to get access to the listings. They usually go up a few weeks before Spa Week is set to begin. Log in, then click on your city or state to see a list of participating spas and the treatments they offer. Once you see a treatment you want, call the spa directly to make your reservation. The spa will ask for your credit card number to secure the reservation.

Can I Get Any Treatment I Want for $50 During Spa Week?
No. Each spa chooses two or three treatments to offer, not the whole menu. It could

How Do I Get The Best Deals Out Of Spa Week?
Look at what kind of service it is and how long it lasts. Spa Week requires a minimum 45-minutes treatment, but some spas offer 60-minute services. Check out the spa by going to its website if you're not familiar with it. You can look at their regular price to find out how much of a discount it is. The very best Spa Week deals will be at resort spas, which commonly charge $185 for a treatment. Go there and enjoy all the amenities.

Why Do Spas Participate in Spa Week?
They hope you'll to try the spa, like it, then come back and pay full price. Sometimes the spa offers treatments like microdermabrasion or photo facials that are best done as a series. However, not every spa in your city will participate. Sometimes the best-known ones feel they don't need the publicity.

What If I Cancel My Spa Week Appointment?
Cancellation policies vary by spa, so check when you're booking your Spa Week treatment. If you let them know early that you need to cancel or reschedule, it shouldn't be a problem. If you cancel at the last-minute or don't show up, you will be charged.

Is there a limit to the Number of $50 Spa Treatments I Can Try During Spa Week?
No. You can try as many treatments as you want. But your body has limits. Don't get two facials or two microdermabrasion sessions in one week. It's not good for your skin. Instead, try treatments that complement each other like facial, a body treatment, and a massage.

How Much Should I Tip During Spa Week?
Tip 15-20% on the full value of the service, not on the $50 you're being charged. Spa Week customers have developed an unfortunate reputation for undertipping or not tipping at all, which is a breach of good spa etiquette.