BEAUTY AND FASHION
(BPT) - There's a reason why they say your home is your castle. This is a place of rest and refuge so you can be returned to your best state.
The next time you find yourself with a quiet evening or weekend in your abode, make self-care and pampering a priority. In fact, you can borrow a few pages from the wellness playbook with expert tips from one the world's most storied resorts.
Destination Kohler located in the heart of Wisconsin in the quaint village of Kohler - and recently named one of the top 15 wellness resorts by Conde Nast Traveler - is what you might call a luxurious refuge. Here, after you explore picturesque snow-covered hiking paths on snowshoes or cross-country skis, and enjoy five-star accommodations at this historic American Club, you can restore your body and mind at the luxurious five-star Kohler Waters Spa or unique Yoga on the Lake facility.
“But even a few simple additions in your home”, says Garrett Mersberger, director of Kohler Waters Spas, “can greatly increase the relaxation factor during your down time”.
Article by Garrett Mersberger, director of Kohler Waters Spas
Transform Your Home into a Retreat with These 5 Tips
from A Luxury Resort
1. Include the five senses.
“The secret to setting up the best spa experience”, Mersberger says, “is making positive connections to all the senses: touch, smell, taste, sight and sound”.
"If one of these is missing, the experience isn't the same," he says.
Even the smallest changes can transform your space and elevate your mood. You can light a candle and plug in the indoor water fountain to create sound and lighting that soothes the mind. Snuggle into a plush robe and encase your feet in super soft socks or slippers after your shower or bath. Finally, don't forget to set yourself up with a glass of wine and a cheese plate.