Often referred to as the Caribbean, the West Indies are comprised of more than 7000 islands, reefs, islets and cays, located, as the alternative name suggests, in the Caribbean Sea. Many of the islands such as Barbados, Bahamas, Antigua, and Jamaica are major centers and tourist destinations and with wonderful climates and stunning landscapes form the backdrop to some incredible spa resorts.
The concept of an island paradise has long brought travelers to the West Indies and they are rarely disappointed. It is not all beach life however and the islands have a remarkable diversity of both wildlife and habitat. Some islands such as Aruba, Barbados and Antigua are relatively flat and others such as Jamaica and Saint Lucia have volcanic mountain ranges. In the mountainous islands, rainforest and semi desert divisions are common, adding to the stunning aesthetic appeal.
Some of the best spa Resorts in the West Indies are found on islands of the British West Indies, those which at one point were under British rule. Also known as the Anglophone Caribbean, these islands include the Cayman Islands, the Bahamas, Barbados, St. Lucia, and Turks and Caicos Islands and these represent just a small selection of the popular visitor British West Indies destinations.
Many people come to the West Indies for the beach life and water sports and others come for the incredible scenery and inland attractions, but all are presented with an extensive array of accommodation options which include luxury hotel resorts and spa resorts. What better way to enjoy the best of island life than immersing yourself in the best spa programs and treatments available.
Since many of the islands of the West Indies are volcanic in origin, volcanic hot springs are commonplace and form the basis for many natural spa resorts. St. Lucia in particular boasts the world’s only drive in volcano, where sulphur springs offer a natural hot spa experience. Many other contemporary spa facilities are found within major luxury hotel resorts and form a part of the activities on offer to guests and residents.
The West Indies are renowned for many things, not least is the cuisine and the music, both of which are widely celebrated. The laid back island attitude suits the climate perfectly and the hospitality makes for the most exclusive and relaxing break available anywhere, all perfectly and naturally tailored for unforgettable spa holidays.
While relaxation is the key feature of many West Indies spas, a true spa experience is all about invigoration and rejuvenation too. A holistic approach to spa treatments is the popular philosophy, where the whole body and mind get a workout which leaves the individual relaxed, refreshed and ready for life’s challenges. To this end a whole set of treatments are available from steam rooms and saunas to invigorating water treatments, body wraps and facials.
Movement and exercise are encouraged too, with yoga and aerobic conditioning featuring heavily. With the health benefits of a body and aerobic workout to match skin treatments, toning and rejuvenation, the only thing left to consider is nutrition and diet, and within the West Indies, the culinary expertise and healthy produce makes for a naturally bountiful and healthy menu.
The rich and famous throughout the world love the West Indies so much they buy homes there but for everyone else a visit to any of the most popular islands of the Caribbean is enough to get a sense and a taste of the many delights on offer. The spa resorts of the West Indies offer a special place in paradise to call your own, for a short time at least.
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