As a parent we invest a lot in our families and especially our kids, but with May here, our focus shifts solely to Mom as Mother’s Day quickly approaches. There are so many great gift ideas from flowers to brunch, jewelry to chocolate but if you’re like me, experiences are your favorite.
And, as a working mom with a loving husband, three-year old son and a baby girl on the way, nothing sounds better than a day at the spa. Fortunately I didn’t have to look much further than my own backyard to find Ocean Crest Spa at Cape Rey Resort in Carlsbad. The U.S. Top 5 Rated Spa by Travel & Escape is a coastal-inspired retreat that’s focused on rejuvenation and results.
Being pregnant it was equally important to me that my massage therapist knew how to do a maternity massage. It seems like a simple request but it’s actually quite interesting how few really know how to give a great prenatal massage. The woman who did my treatment was fabulous she knew what areas were triggers for certain symptoms but still was able to give a nice strong massage into my muscles rather than just scratching my back or rubbing my neck.
Another very cool aspect is the personalized treatments and products. The spa features locally-sourced, pure ingredients, create exclusively for Ocean Crest, like local lavender or the highest quality of California wildflower honey. In addition to the maternity massage, they have a variety of massages plus couples treatments, organic facials, therapeutic baths, body wraps and more. This is also evident in the fact that each therapist on staff at Ocean Crest Spa has more than three times what the average therapist is required to have in terms of training.
The Spa Director, Jeannette Handson, brings decades of spa and holistic beauty experience. The customer experience, quality and service are of upmost importance to her. She also created a “Spa Like a Local” program where North County residents can receive 25% off facials and massages during the week, Monday through Thursday from 11:00am to 3:00pm.
Like with many spas, included with your treatment is access to the pool, fitness center, steam room, sauna, and complimentary valet parking. Such a treat when you can see the ocean from your treadmill and you can watch the sunset as you lay poolside.
Ocean Crest Spa wants you to Win a Spa Day for Mom!
All you have to do is share why you (or a Mom you nominate) need a spa day getaway and they’ll pick one lucky mom to spoil! Prize includes a facial or massage of her choice, one-on-one personal training session with their fitness and nutrition expert, Minh Nguyen; comp entry to one of their fun new group fitness classes, access to resort amenities, complimentary valet parking and a spa gift. Enter to win at CapeRey.com/MomGiveaway
**We were gifted a spa treatment but our thoughts and opinions are our own**
