Spring is a time for renewal. With the season comes emerging plants, budding trees, and our own desire to refresh and rebalance. What better way to renew yourself than with a spring spa day? Here are six reasons you should book a spa session today. A Change in the Seasons Perhaps the best excuse for…
If you are looking for a great way to spend the day with your partner, a couples massage at a soothing spa can be the ideal setting. Booking a couples massage is a great way to get away from it all, relax, and spend some quality time together. Spending time together replenishing and easing stress…
You probably already know that stress affects your mind, but did you know that it can take a toll on your body, as well? In fact, tension most commonly builds in your neck, shoulders, hips, hands, and feet. While a trip to the spa for a massage or foot soak is ideal, not everyone can…
What is it about the idea of a long soak in a warm tub that is so appealing to us? According to the experts, a warm bath is a great way to revitalize and rejuvenate. The right at-home spa products including bath bombs, bath oils, bath salts, candles and and wraps can make all the…
If you have never taken a trip to couples massage places, you could be missing out on one of the most memorable spa experiences in your life. Sharing the relaxing moment with a loved one provides an excellent platform to bond on a much deeper level. The American Massage Therapy Association says that 88% of…
More people are increasingly looking for wellness solutions. This is part of the reason why the day spa industry grew by a CAGR of 7% between 2014 and 2019. They are part of the industries offering solutions that fit modern lifestyles. What solutions will spas offer in the foreseeable future? In this article, we’ll look…
Self Care Basics with Lucretia Van Dyke We asked Lucretia Vandyke to share some wellness wisdom with our readers by giving insight to self care basics. Lucretia is the founder of the Sesen Group and is co-founder of Samadhi Productions—a unique wellness production company, and is a local educator who has worked and trained…
Real Nutrition with Cameron Gunter Stein We have long been fans of Cameron Gunter Stein at Wake. Her no-nonsense attitude on nutrition and stress management are refreshing and approachable. We chatted with her about what foot soakers can do to get their diets on track and she even gave us a couple of delicious recipes…
Wake will be 3 yrs old on May 13, 2016. I have been employed with Wake as a licensed massage therapist since the day we opened. It has been a while since I wrote something about our most important asset. So this is the perfect time to reflect on and appreciate our guests. The staff…
Unique Jewelry in Asheville Are you looking for unique jewelry in Asheville? Want that locally-crafted gift or perhaps a piece of fair-trade gorgeousness from a far-off location? We've got several options for gifts from around the world for unique jewelry in Asheville, NC. We put the spotlight on two of our favorite brands below. Fair Trade International Pieces…
