Simply Abu Dhabi XIII

4 4 S I M P LY A B U DH A B I I f you’re looking for the ultimate in luxury relaxation, look no further than The St. Regis Abu Dhabi, the stunning home of the renowned Remède Spa, the first of its kind in the UAE. Known for its tradition of personalised spa treatments, Remède Spas are exclusive to The St. Regis Hotels and Resorts, and have attained acclaim in the world’s top addresses. Naturally, then, when we booked our stay at The St. Regis Abu Dhabi, we were excited to see what the well-known spa had to offer, and made a point to set aside time for some therapeutic pampering on our visit. As we were to learn, the moment you step through the doors and into the serene and peaceful setting, you begin to see why Remède has earned its reputation as a true haven of serenity. Upon arrival we were greeted warmly and offered an inviting selection of refreshments. As we were led to the well-appointed changing rooms, with separate facilities for ladies and gentlemen, the effects of the soothing environment were already taking hold, the stresses of daily life fading into the background. One of UAE’s largest spas at 3,000 square metres, the Remède Spa at The St. Regis Abu Dhabi feels like nothing less than a sanctuary of calm in the midst of our vibrant city. Once comfortably wrapped in the spa’s plush bathrobes, it was time to meet with the specialists who would be performing the services. It must be said that we were spoilt for choice when choosing treatments. The Remède Spa at The St. Regis Abu Dhabi offers 25 different bespoke facials, massages, body treatments, and spa packages for both ladies and gentlemen given by highly trained masseurs and aestheticians. What makes Remède special is that each treatment is customised to meet the specific needs of the guest. In our personalised consultations, our therapists took time to discuss our particular needs and concerns with us before our sessions began, thenmade recommendations about which treatments to choose. Soon we were each led to one of the spa’s eleven private treatment sanctuaries. All of the rooms at The Remède Spa at The St. Regis Abu are decorated with natural materials and earth tones, a palette that creates a