‘With spa-goers increasingly seeking authenticity, tradition, and that magical spa experience that also offers true results.  Hamam (in Turkey, and the Eastern European/ Middle Eastern/ North African call it Hammam)  is among the 10 Spa Trends for 2010’  according to Susie Ellis of Spa Finder. 

The idea behind the Turkish bath is to sweat much like one does in a sauna (hamams are much less hot and humid than steam rooms),  but with the added elements of water, cleansing and massage. The hamam has been part of the Turkish culture for hundreds of years.  Traditionally built with pleasing architecture, spa-goers can enjoy both the bathing experience as well as their design structures of these rooms. 

Some of the benefits of the hamam can help your skin eliminates impurities, increases blood circulation on your body, relieves stress, tension and rejuvenate your sense of mental well-being.

 Looking for the new modern spa scene provided with Hamams by lavish Middle Eastern resort spas such as Dubai’s One & Only Royal Mirage or Morocco’s La Mamounia.

Don’t want to travel so far?  Try out The Drift Spa at Palms Place and the Mandarin Oriental in Las Vegas recently introduced hamams, as well as the new InterContinental Montelucia in Arizona.  Donald Trump’s SoHo in New York will offer separate luxury hamams for men and women early this year.  At Ten Spa, Winnipeg, Canada’s finest luxury health spa at the Fort Garry Hotel also offers hamam service.

So, if you haven’t gotten the hamam experience, this is the year to try it out.

Source:  Spa Finder, Suite 101, Rayola Turkish Bath,