"I AM a boat!"

I’m on a boat! We’ve heard of some pretty unique spa experiences, but a historic floating hotel tops the list. We’re excited to welcome The Queen Mary ship to the Spa Week Gift Card Program! The ship was named after one of the Queens of Britain (can you guess which one?) and offers an experience like no other for spa go-ers. Step back into time when you board this fully restored historic 1930s cruise liner. The Queen Mary used to carry high-society elite passengers all over the world. But alas she had to lay down her anchors and retire. Now she is permanently docked in the harbor of sunny Long Beach, California. Let’s take a look at her in all her glory!

There are 314 rooms – 305 standard staterooms and 9 suites. No two rooms are alike as they each feature retro Art Deco inspired design and decor. Accommodations include 11 dining options – 3 signature restaurants, 4 casual eateries, and 4 bars. Proving there’s something for everybody – there is a main hall filled with over a dozen shops for you to browse.

And what ship would be complete without a spa? The Queen Mary Spa offers a wide range of  services and treatments. These include facials, massages, manicures, pedicures, waxing and chiropractic services. The ship also provides a beautiful backdrop, and weddings are permitted on board. Why not visit the spa for special occasion hair and make-up on your big day? You may use your Spa & Wellness Gift Card by Spa Week to enjoy these packages:

Princesses Royal Day of Beauty – Features a one hour massage, European Nobility Facial, Royal Body Polish, and Royal Bath. This three-hour spa body package is designed for the busy Princess looking for the finer things in life.

Queen For a Day – A five hour glamour experience, which includes a 1 1/2 hour massage, the European Nobility Facial, Royal Body Polish, the Queen’s Royal Bath, and special occasion make-up and hair up-do.

There are even spa packages for your prince!

Yes, today only we are offering free shipping on all sale orders. Free box too!

Pamper the remainder of your holiday gift list with massages, facials or whatever treatment they so desire – it’s THEIR choice, and it’s the ultimate gift of lifetime wellness and bliss.

Or, skip the shipping altogether and send an eGift Card instantly.

Welcomed at 4,500+ spas in North America.

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HAPPY MONDAY!

Hors d’oeuvres, lemon herb chicken, molten lava cake… these are some of the images you conjure up in your head when you think of a menu. While we enjoyed a decadent three course meal for our Spa Week holiday party, there are other kinds of menus we enjoy even more – spa menus. Cheveux Salon & Day Spa in Long Island, NY has expanded its menu to include three new facial treatments that are sure to delight any spa go-er’s taste.

This full-service salon and day spa (that also accepts our Spa & Wellness Gift Card) is less than an hour drive from New York City (also accessible by Long Island Rail Road) so city dwellers can make a quick and quiet escape. Now that the winter months are upon us, taking care of our delicate skin is of utmost importance. With over 15 years industry experience, their highly trained staff is ready to pamper your skin particular skin type with these perfectly personalized facials.

If your skin is…

oily or breakout-prone…

Acne Facial: In order to minimize the appearance of acne, a trained Cheveux esthetician will use a a high frequency electrocurrent wand to unclog your skin, eliminate inflammation, accelerate the healing process and get rid of dead skin cells.  This is the perfect treatment for those suffering from problematic skin, including teenagers and adults.

dry, flaky, or showing fine lines and wrinkles…

Diamond Microdermabrasion Facial
Experience professional exfoliation with this diamond microdermabrasion facial. The skin is cleansed, toned and exfoliated with the microdermabrasion wand along with the option of extractions. Then, skin is calmed and soothed with a treatment masque to help the skin absorb nutrients and to boost your skin’s vitality.

in need of a facial to rejuvenate and look more radiant, or you have specific problems to address…

Cheveux Signature Facial – All skin types
This ultimate relaxation facial is custom designed to address your individual skincare needs.  An enzyme peel is followed by a specialized treatment masque to stimulate new cell growth and leave your skin feeling soft and radiant.

Now that you’ve had a taste of Cheveux’s newest entree offerings, just like when you browse a restaurant menu, hopefully you have a better idea of which treatments would perfectly satisfy your skin’s winter appetite.

Cheveux Salon & Day Spa
964 Broadway
Woodmere, NY 11598
516.374.1060

Please give a warm Spa Week welcome to the newest member of our team: Heather Abbott! Heather will serve as our Vice President Gift Card Marketing. So what does the VP of Gift Card Marketing do? She oversees all the sales channels of Spa Week’s National Gift Card Program as well as our Affiliate program for bloggers. (Join us if you haven’t yet, bloggererati!)

Let’s get to know Heather, shall we? She brings almost six years of gift card industry experience both on the retail side and through various consulting projects. Heather just completed a 2-year term as a Board Member of the Incentive Gift Card Council (IGCC) and is currently serving on the 2012 Incentive Marketing Association (IMA) Summit planning committee.

Prior to entering the gift card industry, she spent five years in marketing and sales for Coca-Cola and J.P. Morgan Chase & Co. She received both her BS and MBA from Cornell University where she currently serves as a regional District Director for the CALS Alumni Association. (Let’s Go Red!)

Cheryl Reid, Spa Week’s CEO and Founder says: “We are proud and excited to have Heather join the Spa Week family. She is highly respected throughout the industry and brings with her an extensive portfolio of relationships. Heather’s background as a Marketer and Business Developer makes her a natural fit to take the Spa Week gift card program to the next level. Her passion is evident to all who meet her and we look forward to working with her as we lead the spa industry down new and exciting paths.”

The Spa & Wellness Gift Card by Spa Week is valid year-round at over 4,500 spas across North America and is available online in either plastic or digital form. Gift cards are also on sale through the end of the year in case you haven’t heard: $89.99 for a $100 card + FREE gift box, or 10% off any other denomination.

In addition, the Spa & Wellness Gift Card is now available at over 17,000 retail locations across the United States and may also be purchased in bulk at a discount as part of Spa Week’s Corporate Gift Card Sales program. Also run by, you guessed it, Heather Abbott.

What a great start to Spa Week! We announced 6 Spa-Tastic Giveaways in the Windy City the other week and now we are ready to announce the 6 lucky winners. If you’ve got $50 treatments on the brain but haven’t yet booked your bliss, then scroll down below to see some of fabulous treatments you can book – it’s not too late! See what these 6 spas are offering this week, and meet our winners…

Continuum Studio

This spa believes that healthy choices lead to a healthy mind. We need to remember to de-stress from our busy lives and take time for ourselves.

• 50 Min Computer Stress Relief Massage is designed for those of us who spend hours on the computer or typing on our BlackBerries
• 60 Min Continuum Signature Facial with Choice of Arm or Shoulder Massage

Marta R. will be enjoying a Computer Stress Relief Massage with a mini facial.

Ruby Room

Their mission is to positively affect the energy and spirit of those who walk through their doors by providing and recommending quality services that promote healing and beauty from the inside out.

• 50 Min Enerssage to Relieve Physical and Emotional Stress with Pumpkin Hand Treatment
• 50 Min Ruby Room Signature Spa Facial with Extractions Upon Request
• 50 Min Intuitive Reading with Energy Healer to Promote Clarity and Perspective

Kate D. will enjoy a $50 gift card, to be used towards spa, healing or salon services.

Appease Mobile Spa

Spa-ing on the go was on our Top 10 Hottest Spa Trends and Appease is bringing the mobile spa to Chicagoans.

• 50 Min Signature Massage of Choice, includes Swedish, Deep Tissue or Aromatherapy
• 60 Min Organic Chocolate Facial with Facial Massage
• 60 Min Cellulite Be Gone Body Wrap

Stacy B. will enjoy a 50 min Swedish Massage.

Soulistic Studio

Their 4,500 square foot facilities features two fitness studios where you can receive personal training as well as sauna rooms for relaxation. They are part of the Green Yoga Association, which focuses on ecological consciousness in in the yoga community.

• 75 Min Customized Massage Package, includes 45 Min Customized Massage of Choice and 30 Min of Infrared Sauna or Steam Treatment
• 60 Min Organic Glow and Go Facial Package, includes 30 Min Organic Facial and 30 Min of Infrared Sauna or Steam Treatment
• 75 Min Mind/ Body Wellness Package, includes 45 Min Private Pilates or Yoga Personal Training Session and 30 Min Infrared Sauna or Steam Treatment

Kim J. won a $50 Soulistic  Gift Card!

Organic Spa Intelligent Beauty

This family owned day spa doesn’t believe in using chemicals and have the best facials around.

• 60 Min Massage, Choice of Swedish or Relaxing with Organic Essential Oil
• 60 Min Facial, Choice of Anti-Aging Berry Whip, Natural Facelift Facial or Customized Facial all with Organic Products
• 75 Min Organic Spa Manicure and Pedicure with Choice of Paraffin or Hydrating Masque Treatment for Hands

Shakeia T. won $25 towards a facial!

Brennan Massage Day Spa

Minutes from the busy city, this spa is an 1800’s original farm house.

• 60 Min Full Body Massage and Scalp Treatment with Choice of Wild Lime or Deep Forest Aromatherapy
• 60 Min Fall Pumpkin Enzyme Peel Facial with Extractions Upon Request
• 60 Min Full Body Gilden Scrub Body Wrap with Exfoliation

Kathleen O. won a 1 hour full body Swedish Massage!

Didn’t win? Go to the Chicago $50 directory for all the spas participating, and to book those $50 treatments now!