A popular vacation destination for a lot of people is a spa.
They like the idea of escaping to a world in which they are pampered and their cares slip away.
Some people, mainly women, are willing to pay a lot of money for the services provided at a spa.
Some enjoy massage, others prefer facials and body wraps.
Whichever services you choose, the goal is to relax and unwind.
If a spa trip is not in your immediate future, consider revamping your bathroom into a spa retreat.
A few changes can make a big difference.
Just changing from a plastic to a fabric shower curtain will give the room a more luxurious feel.
Shower curtain rods will not need to be changed, but several other features can be upgraded for a higher end feel.
If you are desperately in need of a getaway, consider investing the money in your home and creating a spa environment right in your own bathroom.
Add soothing colors to the room.
If you are up for it, consider painting the restroom a calming shade of blue or green.
If you already have a freshly painted room in a neutral color, consider installing light bulbs that cast a soothing glow.
Choose towels, bathmats, and accessories in soothing colors.
Light purples, blues, aqua, and greens offer a soft palette that relaxes the eyes and calms the soul.
When choosing these items, look for high end products.
After all, you are foregoing a spa vacation for these accessories.
The softer and fluffier the towels, the better they will feel.
The same goes for bathmats.
Your feet will be touching these items on the regular basis and you want them to offer warmth and comfort.
Instead of choosing sale items or great bargains, go for what feels best on your skin.
Disregard price tags and let your skin decide! Add little touches of luxury all over the room.
Candles, scented potpourri, and essential oils are some of the best ways to add relaxation to the room.
Scent is very powerful when it comes to controlling the mind and nervous system.
Shop around for candles that offer the most pleasing scents for you.
Having essential oils on hand to drop in the bathtub is also a great idea.
As a matter of fact, including a variety of scented soaps and lotions in the room will add to the feeling of luxury.
Finally, consider adding sound to the bathroom.
You can include a radio or CD player that plays soft sounds of nature or relaxing music.
There are also noise machines that provide a respite from the noise in the rest of the house without providing anything definitive for you to listen to.
The point is to block out the "real world" and you can do this with sound, scents, and sights.
Creating a spa like environment in your bathroom is easy if you are willing to indulge your senses.
Head to the store and aim for the best in sensory pleasure.