Take a real break on your next vacation. Put your feet up, get a massage in a locale and take home an everlasting memory. Indulge yourself at some of the most unique spas the country boasts of.

Ananda in the Himalayas:
Its USP is its gorgeous setting. Perched on Maharaja of Tehri-Garhwal’s palace estate, this 24,000 square foot wellness centre offers breathtaking views. Amidst lush greenery, the spa boutique has over 70 types of body and beauty treatments on its menu. It regularly features on the list of the world’s top-rated spas. Breathe in untainted air as you meditate in the open. The spa’s age-old therapies as well as its modern treatments are designed to pamper as well as heal your mind and body. They even personalise treatments according to your needs. You can also enroll yourself into their weight-loss and yoga courses. De-stress, detoxify and relax at the Ananda.
 
Jiva Spa, Taj Lake Palace, Udaipur:
This palace resort draws the most number of foreign visitors thanks to its picture-perfect setting. Located in the middle of the pretty Lake Pichola, this royal palace-turned-hotel can probably boast of premium service. The spa then is no exception to this—you want exclusivity, they will give you more than that. The Jiva spa’s treatment suites boast of hand-painted heritage frescoes adorning their walls. Book yourself the Royal Spa Boat to take your holistic experience a few notches higher. The boat takes you across the lake while you get a rejuvenating massage or simply soak in bath on its deck, taking in its spectacular surroundings.

Oberoi Amarvilas Spa, Agra:
So you want to make it a little special for your beloved, but don’t know how. Take our advice and take her to this spa. There is no way a woman wouldn’t love to revisit the Taj Mahal, no matter how corny an idea it might sound. Imagine booking a romantic spa suite overlooking the monument and soaking in a bath with aromatic candles and flowers to tease your senses. A service befitting the royalty, a view to remember forever and the best company in tow, this spa could give you a reason to look back on your togetherness with a smile on your lips. Try their classic Ayurvedic techniques or the traditional Thai massage that use exotic herbal oils and creams.

Sereno Spa, Goa:
Tucked away from the chaos of Goa in the peak season, this spa comes as a breath of fresh air its solitariness. There are no teeming and buzzing shacks around, no loud music from your neighbouring resort and no overenthusiastic crowd. Aptly named, this spa, situated in Arossim Beach, can be your ticket to the most calming experience ever. The 36,000 square feet outdoor spa pavilions have stunning sea views. Go for their Ayurvedic-inspired massages or the synchronised Abhyanga Four Hands Massage.

Wildflower Hall, Shimla:
Situated at 8,250 feet, this was the mountain retreat of Lord Kitchener once. Today, it is considered one of the most beautiful spa resorts in the Himalayas. And this tag can be credited to the panoramic views it offers. Snow-capped peaks, cedar forests and the deodar valley covered in mists make for a dream setting and can envelop even the most cynical with a sense of bliss and happiness. Get an appointment at their private spa suites and try their signature Balinese, Thai, Swedish or Ayurvedic treatments.

BDST: 1655 HRS, FEB- 20, 2016
Edited by:  Sharmina Islam, Lifestyle Editor