The definition of a Spa Day is as follows: 'A luxury spa experience should do more than just pamper your body. It should indulge all of your senses and restore your well-being. A luxury spa experience is an escape from the stresses of a busy lifestyle and provides the opportunity of self-renewal.'Well if that's what you are looking for then head to the Aqua Spa at Center Parcs in Longford where you will find this and much, much more.The Spa has been named as Best Destination Spa 2022 and National Spa of the Year 2022 at the Irish Tatler Wellness and Spa Awards. On a beautiful sunny day myself and my daughter took the opportunity to enjoy what the Aqua Spa has to offer.From the moment we arrived at Center Parcs - which by the way is a wonderful spot with beautiful walks and cycle trails set amidst a stunning forest - the staff couldn't do enough for us. All day long, from the man at the gate, to the servers in the restaurant and to the wonderful spa staff, they could not be more helpful or more pleasant. The spa it self is set in a tranquil area - a little bit away from the hubbub of the holiday makers.Enveloped in luxurious robes, with towels and toiletries laid on, we got the chance to sample just what this award winning venue has to offer. The spa comprises 21 experiences across four unique zones – Nordic Forest, Volcanic Forest, Hot Springs, and Treetop Nesting – as well as an Outdoor Pool, Forest Garden experience and Forest Awakening walk in the woodland.There is a serene atmosphere here, one just kicks back and relaxes and enjoys some wonderful peace and quiet. Clients are also very respectful of this and talk quietly amongst themselves while enjoying the tranquility. Possibly my favourite was the Alpine Steam Room where your cares and worries just seem to float away and then just to give the body a jump start taking a mountain mist shower (but be warned this is very cold). The outdoor pool proved to be a huge draw for my daughter Katie and this is surrounded by a jacuzzi and hot tub. However,
Gallery: Kicking back in the lap of luxury at Aqua Spa, Center Parcs
