On Monday afternoon, I had the pleasure of experiencing a spa day that was fit for any bride, any mother of the bride, or any member of the bridal party.

This was my first time at a spa and I wasn’t quite sure of what to expect.  When I opened the beautiful shuttered plantation style doors and walked in to their beautiful lobby, I knew instantly this was going to be such a special treat and a day to remember.  I have to admit that I was a little nervous but they immediately made me feel welcome and at ease.

I was given a tour of the spa and I felt immediately relaxed by how warm and tranquil the atmosphere was.  The hostess showed me the locker room, the jacuzzi, the quiet room, and the resting area.  After the tour, I was able to put on the white oversized plush robe and soak everything in before my first treatment.

My first treatment was to die for!  Akemi took me into the wet room for the Wet Room Treatment with a sugar scrub.  This was heavenly!  For a spa virgin, this was quite an experience but so relaxing.  I was also treated to a hair mask before the treatment began which I was able to leave in during the rest of the following treatments.  At the end of the day, my hair was so soft and thick.  I was given the rest of the bottle of hair mask to take home with me so that I could do more treatments at home.

Burke Williams does not miss the little details.  Before each treatment, the technicians took my robe and placed it in a warm dryer so that after each treatment, I can wrap the warm robe around me before the next treatment.

After the wet room treatment, Callie took me in for my massage treatment.  I was treated to The Burke Williams Massage.

This custom massage experience begins with a spray of our Signature blend of essential oils, and warm, moist heat pads that embrace your back to relax the muscles. Chinese herbs are used to polish the skin, focusing on the forearms, feet, and back. The service incorporates our Burke Williams massage lotion, a special blend of essential oils that creates our Signature scent. All of these elements combine to create a uniquely relaxing massage experience. 

I just laid there and felt every care in the world disappear.  I think I actually may have even fallen asleep.  It was so relaxing!

After the massage, I relaxed awhile in the Relaxation Room which is a quiet room set up with plush reclining chairs, soft music, and magazines for you to enjoy a quiet moment between treatments or before or after just to have a moment to yourself with peace and quiet.  Pure bliss!

Then it was time for my Spa Style Facial with the Professional Strength Peel.  Kristine was so helpful and took such good care of me.  I really appreciated that Kristine took the time to analyze my skin and explain how she was going to customize the experience to meet my needs.  She also recommended that a bride would most likely benefit from coming in once a month a few months before her wedding day to optimize the benefits of the skin treatment. I was surprised to find that my facial also included  a shoulder, hand, and foot massage.

After the treatments, I was able to take a shower and enjoy the use of their special amenities.  The dressing area included all of the comforts of home and anything you might need if you were planning on getting ready to go out after your day at the spa, such as hair dryer, curling iron, hair straightener, and so much more.

One of the things that I continually noticed throughout my experience is that Burke Williams does not miss any opportunity to make you feel welcome and provides every special detail that would help make your day all yours to relax and enjoy.

I had no reason at all to feel nervous.  I look forward to returning sometime soon.

Burke Williams has announced their 2012 Valentine’s Day Packages.

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Give the gift of “Romance” with a Spa Pedicure and choice of a 50-minute Pure Relaxation massage with enhancement or a 50-minute Spa Style Facial with peel for only $139 ($175 value). Experience “True Love” with the Spa Pedicure, a 50-minute Pure Relaxation massage withenhancement and a 50-minute Spa Style Facial with peel, all for $239 ($300 value). Share in a day of relaxation “For Two” and enjoy a couple’s luxurious 80-minute Pure Relaxation massage with enhancements or Spa Style Facials with peel for an exclusive Valentine’s rate of $269($350 value).

Valentine’s Day packages are available beginning January 20 through February 14. Join us at a Burke Williams spa location near you or online atwww.burkewilliamsspa.com for gift cards and reservations by location. Let Burke Williams take your love beyond the spa this Valentine’s Day.