When it comes to vacations, my hubby and I agree on a lot. After countless pleas from me, he finally relented a few years ago. We went to a spa whose name anyone would recognize; a spa with a stellar reputation and loyal following. One of THE best. One main problem? All that made for a cranky man. And one who kindly informed me that the next time I wanted to go to a spa to count him out. Interestingly, an International Spa Association survey found that the male spa-goer is more likely to report higher levels of stress compared to his non-spa-going counterpart.
And every time I visit a spa, I see plenty of men. They all look relaxed. They all look happy. According to the same survey that was commissioned to understand insights into the choices and perceptions of the male consumer, men represent almost half of the population in the United States that frequents spas.
I ran my own informal poll of men and spas and asked some of the biggest and best spas in the country to offer a glimpse into the male side of spa-going. Here are some highlights:. This post may contain affiliate links. This means that I may receive compensation if you click a link, at no additional cost to you. For more information, please read my privacy and disclosure policies at the end of this page. Men might be hesitant to go to a spa because, historically, there was the myth that it was solely a quick weight loss opportunity for women.
Until recently, men also lagged behind in participating in their own preventative health. As baby boomers seek to live well longer, and the millennials prove to an extremely active generation, spas are not just seen as strictly for weight loss; they now have adventure-based offerings, stress reduction and amazing services geared specifically to the male market.
At HHH, men can have a fun time exploring the Lowcountry in South Carolina and engage in activities like golfing, deep sea fishing, biking and kayaking. Now spas can customize meals to meet the caloric needs of their male guest, based on the goal he is trying to achieve. We emphasize wellness in all we do to overcome that worn-out stereotype. The spa is known for its soothing and innovative water-inspired treatments. The spa environment is often viewed as a female-oriented industry that focuses on health, beauty and stress relief.
