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Whenever I need to "get a away" but don't have the time to actually pack up and travel, I book a massage and spend the afternoon at Joya.
The Joya spa is immense, but not intimidating... the decor is Moorish luxury at its finest,. Although many spas have attempted a "theme" none have applied it as well as Joya. The environment is soothing and authentic without being overbearing or tacky.
I suggest to arrive an hour and a half early, to relax, swim, enjoy some beverages at the private spa pool on the 2nd floor ( breath taking views of Camelback mountain ) and enjoy the facilities. Relax in the spacious facilities... including steam room and hot tub then follow with a cold "deluge" shower. Imagine 5 gallons of chilling water released all at once... amazing!!.....it "shocks" your body back into reality. Then hang out in the lounge area, watch some TV, enjoy some fruits, tea or water and wait for your treatment.
Although the entire staff at the spa is fantastic, for me, the shining star of the massage staff is Jean Baptiste. His technique is brilliant! I always feel GREAT after his massages, which I cannot say about past massages at other spas here in the valley. I find his massages to be intense, yet relaxing, he pinpoints and addresses stress areas in seconds... its like having a Physical Therapist, Sports Medicine and Masseur all at once. OUTSTANDING!
Inquire about their current Spa Happy Hour, a massage for about $115.00 including tip...and if you plan it right, you can be rested and out the door by 5:30P to walk over to the MBAR for their happy hour!
Imagine...two Happy Hours in one day.. a quarter of the way to having a Lindsy Lohan lifestyle!
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