Guest amenities customisation ideas
Whether your hotel, inn, bed and breakfast or spa already provides essential guest amenities to your guests and clients, or just about to add this to your guest room offerings, it is important to consider customising them to your company’s specification.
Most of the best suppliers and manufacturers offer a bespoke design service, however they require a certain large amount of quantities to be purchased. If your business opts for this service, here are some ideas to consider:
Bath cosmetics and toiletries
The little bottles , tubes or sachets of shampoo and bath gel are what you should consider first because, some guests take these home or donate them to shelters and the like, if your company logo, name and design is on it, it is a way of advertising, and best of all, its free!
Some manufacturers also allow you to customise the liquid inside. If your company has signature or themed colours, you can implement these colours into the liquids to further harmonize your brand. It is also possible to have your logo placed on a soap bar or change the colour of the soap itself. This is an simple procedure that can be done easily
Slippers and Towels
It is a good idea to customise amenities that will be re-used several times, especially towels and bathrobes. In the case of slippers, the most common way is embroidering your design onto the slipper with your company colour. With bathrobes and towels, embroidery is also possible but printing may be an alternative. Depending on the type of material the slippers, towels or robes are made of, the customisation may be different. According to some manufacturers, velour is ideal for customizing more intricate and complex designs.
Personal Accessories and miscellaneous amenities
The packaging of the amenities plays a big role on the impression on your business. So if it is designed well and the packaging itself is stylish, this will contribute to the business’s reputation. Vanity kits, shaving kits, dental sets, shower caps and the like may be packaged separately or you have the option of putting them all in one container creating a single guest set in a box, bag or other packaging form.
Other products that may be customised are cup coasters, shopping bags, door signs, room signs, fruit forks, stirrers, clothes hangers and much more.
Mash Import and Exports offer bespoke design service on their exclusive guest toiletries and amenities ranges and other guest room products.
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Hot, Steamy History Returns – Mineral Spas Make Mt. Clemens Comeback
MT. CLEMENS – Julie Bogogvski stepped out of the steamy bathtub, into a white terry cloth robe and onto the pages of local mineral bath history.
Bogogvski was the inaugural mineral bath customer at the Tranquil Life Center, the first commercial spa to open in downtown Mt. Clemens in nearly a century,
”Ooh, I love this,” bakery owner Bogogvski said after a 25-minute soak in the mineral-laden hot water on Friday. “I’m going to be a regular customer.”
The Life Center mineral bath officially opens today, possibly signaling a new era for an old enterprise. Mt. Clemens boosters once called it “Bath City USA” because of its busy spas.
Eleven hotels dating back to the late 1800s once operated mineral baths in the Macomb County seat, attracting millions of visitors each year who sought comfort from arthritis, rheumatism and skin disorders. Notables who came included Babe Ruth, Eddie Cantor, George Jessel, Mae West, Jack Dempsey and Helena Rubenstein.
By the mid-1970s, modern medicine had taken the life out of the mineral bath business and the last of the hotels closed.
Now there’s a minor resurgence. St. Joseph Mercy Hospital renewed the mineral baths last year and expects more than 1,000 customers this year, said Scott Adler, a vice-president. The hospital on North Avenue will add six more mineral bath tubs next year.
Both sites offer massages after 20-minute dips in 103-degree water. Tranquil Life plays soothing music and uses an iridescent, bubbling fountain to enhance the relaxation.
”I’d like to see Mt. Clemens be the health mecca it was at the turn of the century,” said Jane Buiting, who owns that center with Ed Meerscheart. The alternative health center also offers yoga, acupuncture and herbal medicine.
”What you’re seeing now is people going back to more holistic medicine,” she said. “After we opened our business, so many people asked if we had mineral baths.”
Buiting said that modern baths don’t use black mud, as in the past, or have the “rotten egg” sulfur smell that wafted through Mt. Clemens for decades.
”The old baths were gruesome,” Buiting said. “They were tar-looking, gunky and they stunk.”
Those drawbacks were eliminated through a refining process, said Susan Gans, owner of Geologix, a local company that makes purified mineral bath crystals under the brand name Ache Away. The product is used by both Mt. Clemens spas.
Gans uses water from the city’s only working well, which taps into an aquifer below the city. Officials with the 102-year-old hospital hope to tap a well under its site to draw reputedly therapeutic water.
Gans said mineral bath spas are cropping up in other parts of Michigan, such as Margot’s Spa in Birmingham.
Quinnie Cody, a former Mt. Clemens mayor, admits he was skeptical of the baths’ value until he got a gift certificate for treatments at St. Joseph.
”I can assure you it has terrific power,” Cody said. “It relieves pain. I thought people were under some hypnosis, but I’ll tell you it is really good.”
Singer Eddie Cantor also endorsed the mineral soakings in a 1949 Daily Monitor Leader newspaper article.
”You’ve got something here that’s without parallel anywhere in the world,” Cantor was quoted as saying. “It’s your community’s obligation to mankind to tell the world about it.”
Cody, who came to Mt. Clemens during the 1940s, recalled that streets were crowded each day with thousands of health-seekers. “You couldn’t come downtown because of all the people here for the mineral baths,” the ex-mayor said.
Julie Bogogvski stepped out of the steamy bathtub, into a white terry cloth robe and onto the pages of local mineral bath history.
”I’d like to see Mt. Clemens be the health mecca it was at the turn of the century.”
Jane Butting, co-owner of Tranquil Life Center
’Bath City’ heritage
1865: George Steffens hits brackish mineral water under Mt. Clemens while drilling for oil.
1873: City’s first bathhouse, The Original, opens at Jones and Water streets.
1880: Avery House is built as the first hotel for mineral bath customers. It could accommodate 400 guests.
1897: The Park Hotel and Bath House opens on East Street as the largest and most famous of the city’s spas. Celebrities stayed at the hotel, razed in 1940.
1899: The St. Joseph Sanitarium and Bathhouse is built on North Avenue. It later became a hospital.
1910: The Arethusa, last of the bathhouses, was built on Gratiot (now South Main), south of Cass.
1976: The Colonial Hotel closes its mineral baths.
1999: St. Joseph Mercy Hospital renews mineral baths at its 100-year-old building on North Avenue as a centennial gimmick.
2000: Mineral baths are so popular,
St. Joseph decides to bring them back permanently.
2001: St. Joseph plans to expand the business in 2002 to six baths, hoping to draw mineral water from an aquifer beneath the hospital.
2001: Tranquil Life Center becomes the first private commercial mineral bath business to open downtown in nearly a century.
Source: “Mount Clemens Bath City USA,” by Marie Ling McDougal, and Detroit News archives.
Queensland Saunas
The first recorded use of saunas is generally traced back to the region that is currently encompassed by Estonia. Sauna baths have an important place in the everyday cultural life of individuals who live in this area, even today. However, the concept of sauna baths has now spread far and wide and saunas are now used for therapeutic and remedial purposes across the world.
Saunas usually work in one of two ways, either by heating the air or by heating objects that retain and give off heat. Air heating saunas are also known as infrared saunas, whereas object heating saunas are known as traditional saunas. The health benefits of sauna baths have been widely documented. On the most basic level, a sauna bath helps to rid the body of various toxins and other substances that have accumulated over the course of time. There are also a vast number of additional health claims, such as a positive effect on human immunity functioning.
Spas Plus is Australian firm that deals in all kinds of Spa equipment and spa-related accessories. Spas Plus offers a wide range of products that include, but are not limited to, infrared and hot rock saunas, gazebos, swim spas, cleaning materials, spare parts and other miscellaneous accessories. From humble beginnings, Spas Plus has become Queensland’s largest and most trusted dealer of spa equipment. The dedicated professionals who work at Spas Plus will help you with every stage of the process, starting form selecting the right spa for your needs, right up to the final installation of the spa in your home. With a focus on customer satisfaction and a commitment to delivering the best spa solutions at the most competitive prices, Spas Plus is the premier resource for spas in Australia. For more information, please visit the company website at http://www.spasplus.com.au/
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Taveuni Island Resort
Consistently voted one of the top Fijian Resorts, Taveuni Island Resort & Spa is a small exclusive luxury resort which offer’s the Ultimate Tropical Island Experience.
It has been described as the most beautiful small resort in the world
’Set amongst ten acres of lush gardens are twelve elegant luxury bures of unsurpassed style and comfort. Romantic and private they boast panoramic views over the beach, ocean and surrounding islands.’
This is the description of the Taveuni Island Resort & Spa that made me want to find out if it was all that it seemed.
In fact I didn’t realise that the bures [cottages] are not on the beach, but perched on a cliff top above the beach, so there is a walk involved here.
Accessing the hotel is not difficult, there are several flights a day from Fiji’s international airport at Nadi, the flight time being about 90 minutes. Be aware there are quite strict weight baggage limitations.
The staff meet you at the airport on Taveuni and it only takes about two minutes to get to the resort.
Accommodation is important to all of us on our vacation, and the bures at the Taveuni Island Resort & Spa are exceptional. All are decorated with cool tiles, native floral arrangements, and water colours. There are king size beds with beautiful linens, either fans or air conditioning. Add to this private romantic courtyard showers, and views to die for.
As you would expect from a top class resort Taveuni has a mini bar, coffee and tea making facilities, bathrobes and hairdryers, but it is the little extras like fresh daily cookies that set it apart.
The view from the cliff top pool is another major plus, and in fact the lack of children is a joy, compared to other resorts I have visited.
Dining is another high spot, and the dining area is situated on ‘The Deck’. You can expect dishes from Fiji, India, and everything grown locally is organic. If you stay in one of the villas, you have your own chef and staff!! Meal times in common with other Fijian resorts are quite rigid.
The Taveuni Island Resort & Spa is a definite honeymoon destination, near the top of the list
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Design Concepts For New Bathrooms
Remodeling your bathroom doesn’t have to mean breaking the bank or taking out a second mortgage on your home, but what it does mean is a well thought out master plan, some drawings and a calculator. Think in terms of an artist starting out with a blank canvas, he or she has their own unique design concepts for what they perceive as art. Creating your dream bathroom takes on a similar approach in that we must first decide on look we are trying to achieve.
With several design platforms to choose from starting with the century old Victorian bathroom that were characterized by claw-footed roll top baths, sculpted pedestal basins, free standing showers enclosures and sometimes a matching bidet.
Today’s modern bathrooms are depicted by the ever changing styles from year-to-year.
Recent modern designs include sleek, straight and geometric lines with white remaining the prevalent choice in bathroom furnishings sporting ultra mod bath and basin mixer taps in polished chrome.
Depending on the size of bathroom, keep in mind that less is best in the way of accessorizing. Over powering the look of the bathrooms with numerous accessories tends to make a small room appear even smaller unless you are utilizing bathroom mirrors which lends way to a more open space. On the other hand when working with a large area, modern bathroom accessories are a welcomed addition to give the bathroom a finished look.
Traditional bathrooms tend to focus more on architectural details bringing nature inside. With the inspired look of wood such as oak, maple, and beech shelves and cabinets, wood finishes enhance the mood by giving the bathroom a warm earthy tone, similar to a country or rustic looking bathroom.
Once you have selected the style of bathroom, think about how you will be using the space. When it comes to function and space planning, calculate the dimension of the bathroom this will also help you to decide on the type of bathroom furniture pieces you can place within a designated area. Assess your bathroom storage needs, will you need a bathroom cabinet, shelving or vanity. For smaller bathrooms a minimalist style means honing in on crucial space and utilizing it in order create a clutter free bathroom ensuring the bathroom furniture has strong clean lines and is aesthetically pleasing to the eye.
Look at several bathrooms designs, with several hundred bathroom design ideas available on the internet choosing a style that fits your style, space and budget can be simple and a pleasurable task The key element that has to be taken into account is budget, keeping in mind if you are not a do-it- yourself (DIY) person, then it is best to leave the job up to a professionals even though this will cut into your bathroom budget, you are guaranteed the job will be done right. For the DIY’s, making mistakes can be equally costly not to mention frustrating if your plans were not carefully thought out especially when it comes to the plumbing and electrical supply within your bathroom space. According to renovating and contracting firms when homeowners decide to remodel their bathrooms themselves they see a bathroom suite they want, purchase it, and get it home only to run into complications. People forget when transitioning from a standard bath to a whirlpool bath there are several critical factors that must be considered like plumbing, hot water heaters, and floor supports. Bathroom floors are built to bear the weight of a standard bathtub not whirlpool spa baths. Today’s custom homes will accommodate most luxury tubs, but floor joists may require reinforcement in older homes if the tub is oversized especially whirlpool baths. Whirlpool baths have the water capacity of up to 80 gallons, if the proper hot water tank is not installed it will result in tepid bathwater taking away the enjoyment and purpose of a whirlpool bath.
By creating a blue print to your bathroom remodeling project, you will not only save time, but save money on unexpected amendments in order to compensate your bathroom requirements.
Written by Shelley Murphy on behalf of http://www.victoriaplumb.com/ an online retailer of bathroom furniture, steam showers, whirlpool spa baths and bath related products serving the United Kingdom.
Valentine Gifts for Him
14th Feb became the date for exchanging love messages, touching one’s heart, Exceptional Day! Yes, A Valentine Day! Friends, close ones and the love of your life all are waiting for this day to have some fun with beloved one. Planning of gift for him. What gift? Which gift? It’s totally confusing!
Valentines gift can make titanic sense for New Lovers and this is a good time to express your feelings for married or have been in a long relationship and surprise him. First you should think about the person, his personality, his likes and dislikes, his job and his activities then it is very easy to choose the perfect gift for your beloved. Here you will come across to the best gift. Many gift items like Watches, Gadgets, Gag Gifts, Sports Gear, Jewelry, Cologne, Adult Toys and Wine, select as per your choice. Valentine basket a great way to make someone smile, a baskets with full of foods and treats. All people enjoy food especially treat style goodies. If basket can creatively make your own with things that your valentine will love like favorite foods, chocolates, jewelry or flowers anything and become a special Valentine Gift. Special valentine gifts might just have the effect you want them to have. Make him a special Shaving kit adds replacement blades, shaving cream and aftershave which are useful. The easiest gift is Flowers for anyone. Flowers are useful to express feelings and love. Choose Colorful Roses, Red for love and passion, and Lavender for Love at first sight, Pink for high regard and Coral for wish. Or select something different like Sports Night if he loves sports present a coupon for a sports night to him with his favorite team t-shirt. Make his favorite meal and share it together alone. Arrange candle dinner or one day picnic. As a token of love sent Valentine Day Greeting Card traditionally or secretly. Select personalized gifts like Personalized Bathrobes for Men, Memory Lane Print for Couples, Personalized His & Hers Pillowcase set and many more. Or choose Experiential gifts for men e.g., Spa Finder Gift Certificates, Relaxing Spa Packages for Two, Romantic Dinner Cruises for Two, In home Wine Tasting Party etc., something different Spa Gifts for him choose Stress-Relieving Spa Kit for him, Relaxing Massage Pillows, Men’s Fragrance Gift Sets or select some Romantic Gifts Weekend of Love Kits, Heart-shaped Flask, Sap-free Stories of Real Love. Romantic Message or poem in bottle, Romantic Dipped Strawberries or Romantic Massage Oils Gifts Sets. In Gadgets gift you will find items like USB Beverage Chillers & Warmers, Art Print Skins for the iPhone, Practical Waterproof Shower Radios & Music Players, Alarm Clocks, Wireless Headphone, Remote Control Keys Locators, Digital Frame Key chains, Hi-Tech Watches, The iPod Touch etc., Prefer Valentine Hearts Gift like Key to my Heart Jewelry, Lovely Heart Rings, Beautiful and Fragrant Heart-Shaped Wreaths. Heart of Glass Flower Vases. For Well dressed guy gifts pick Classic Wool Sweaters for him, Hip Wallets for Guys, Men’s ID Bracelets, Cool & Crisp Seersucker Shirts, Dual Time-Zone Watches for Travelers, Men’s Casual Scarves, Personalized Pocket Watches, Cufflinks and many more….
We hope you will find something you like for him so hurry up select any gift for him and announce your love for your sweetheart. Celebrate A Wonderful Valentine Day!
Modesty In Spas
Modern day tensions at home and the work place make everyone tense, tired and irritable. With the shortage of time, seldom will there be time for pampering and relaxing. This is the reason many people turn to spas to relax and get pampered. Sometimes, spa treatment leaves us so rejuvenated, that we feel that we can face the whole world after the treatment.
A visit to a spa is a wonderful experience. It completely relaxes you with the various treatments it has for every inch of your body. There is a large choice of treatments available in a spa. You have to go there and choose what treatment you want to indulge in, according to your needs and necessities and thus plan your own spa routine. The different treatments available in a spa are usually different types of massages, mud baths, facials, steam rooms, saunas, manicures and various other techniques. The choice is yours.
Most of the spas are parts of an entire health resort. So a visit to these resorts let you have some physical activities like swimming, tennis and golf, while getting pampered in the spa if and whenever required. Making a trip to a health resort with a spa gives you a holiday worth spending in, long away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.
However, the spa retreat may prove to be rather expensive if you intend to indulge in each and every treatment they provide. It may not be possible for everyone to spend that much cash in all the treatments that the spas provide. Different spas have different rates for different therapies. So it is up to you to decide whether to spend a day or a month in a spa; it all depends on your pocket and your time.
When going to a spa, it is better to wear comfortable and casual clothing. There are lockers in the spa that will be allocated to you to keep your clothes and personal belongings. If you have any jewelry or financial security needed, it is better to hand it over to the reception of the spa for safe keeping. Most of the spas have communal pools or steam rooms. If there is no mention of the attire requirements for these rooms, it is better to ask. Some spas require that you war your own swimming costume while others supply wraps or shorts. So if you are to wear your own swimming costume, you will have to bring it along with you on your visit to the spa.
Most of the spas also have a public wet area wherein you will have to arrive half an hour before your appointment to relax or enjoy a swim or steam before taking your treatments. However, like in all swimming pools, it is required that you take a shower before using these public areas! If you are worried about your modesty, don’t worry, your modesty is considered at all times. Some of the spas tell you to bring an extra set of undergarments to be worn during the treatment, while others supply disposable underwear. There are also some spas that are adept in ensuring that the body is modestly covered at all times.
So the spa not only relaxes you with its treatments, it also keeps your modesty in mind when giving you your treatments!
Make Your Bathroom A Work Of Art! Enjoy It Like A Spa!
Fancy Lights! Aromatherapy! Soft Music! A Shower Panel With Pulsating Jets Of Water! A Beautiful And Elegant New Vanity! Fancy And Luxurious New Faucets!
These are some of the beautiful and enjoyable things that you can incorporate into your stunning NEW bathroom, which can become like a “masterpiece” Work of Art! You can get whatever you want and create a “Spa-like” atmosphere in that room where you prepare for your busy day, or unwind from a brutal one! And it doesn’t have to cost a lot of money!
You can get beautiful basins, fabulous faucets, stunning and stylish stainless steel fixtures, and so much more, and you can have it all delivered by UPS, FedEx, or truck…right to your door! You can order these things online, and choose from an enormous variety of styles, colors, and price ranges. There are so many choices, you will actually enjoy shopping online and from the comfort of your home!
Whether you install the items as an avid do-it-yourself fan, or even if you hire someone to put these things into place, once the job is completed, you will thoroughly enjoy your new Bathroom Work of Art!
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So, have fun as you plan to remodel the bathroom, and remember that life is too short to deny yourself the simple pleasures!