Spanish spa breaks – the perfect antidote to winter
- 22% of UK suffer from Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD Association)
- Just 10% of UK population works in natural daylight (SAD.org.uk)
- Spanish spas and sunshine provide the perfect antidote to the winter blues (Taylor Wimpey España)
The approach of winter brings with it many glorious things. The scent of roasting chestnuts, the anticipation of Christmas morning and the possibility of waking up to find the world blanketed in snow delight many people every year. But sadly winter also means short, often dreary days, itchy, chapped skin and rain. It also means an increase in levels of Seasonal Affective Disorder, which affects around 22% of the UK, according to the Seasonal Affective Disorder Association.
In the past, the UK’s population largely worked outdoors, so shorter days during the winter months did not have such a dramatic impact on the emotional health of the country. According to SAD.org.uk, 75% of the UK’S population worked outside 200 years ago; less than 10% do today.
Thankfully, the perfect antidote to winter exists in the concept of the Spanish spa break. Marc Pritchard, Sales and Marketing Director of leading Spanish homebuilder Taylor Wimpey España, explains,
“So many of our buyers see their second home in the Spanish sunshine as an escape during the winter months. It’s a bolthole that means they can leave the rain behind and head for the sunshine. It also provides the ultimate way to relax and de-stress and we’ve found that our Miraval resort is particularly popular in that respect.”
Miraval is a collection of two and three bedroom apartments enjoying panoramic views over the sea and the nearby golf courses. Nestled between the Sierra de Mijas natural park and the Mediterranean Sea, the resort could not ask for a more tranquil setting, providing the perfect antidote to the cruel British winter. Miraval has just 60 properties in total, with prettily designed communal gardens and a generously sized outdoor pool. Properties are available from £282,000.
Not only do the stunning, contemporary apartments with their large outdoor spaces offer the perfect way to beat the winter blues in the Spanish sunshine, but they also enjoy easy access to the luxurious spa at La Cala Resort.
“A spa break is a wonderful way to relax at any time of year,” continues Taylor Wimpey España’s Marc Pritchard, “But it can be particularly therapeutic during the winter months when a lack of daylight can lead to increased feelings of stress and lethargy. Exercise can do the same – and at Miraval owners also have access to the three excellent courses at La Cala Golf Resort. They are spoiled for choice so far as relaxation options are concerned!”
La Cala Spa includes an indoor-to-outdoor hydrotherapy pool, a healing thermal suite, the ‘igloo’ ice room, a Turkish-style hammam, a herbal steam room and much more, providing clients with the ultimate in relaxation therapies and experiences. Wellness rituals, couple treatment rooms and dry flotation are just a few of the treats in store for those opting for a Spanish spa break in order to combat the effects of winter in the UK.
For more information, please contact Taylor Wimpey España today on 08000 121 020 or visit www.taylorwimpeyspain.com. Those residing outside of the UK should call 0034 971 70 69 72.