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The city abounds with super spas right on its doorstep. Pretoria girls (and some of the boys) take their beauty routines very seriously, which accounts for the innumerable beauty salons, nail bars and treatment centres that populate the place. So if you or your FIFA 2010 World Cup partner/spouse is in need of some serious pampering, this city has it all on offer.
The Life Spa in Brooklyn provides holistic treatments and healing therapies. It’s the perfect spot for some serious “me time” if you’re feeling a bit frazzled and weary.
The ultra-luxurious Kievits Kroon Country Estate Health Spa lies just outside the city and has every treatment and facility imaginable, from spa baths and steam rooms to holistic healing therapies and beauty treatments. Accommodation on the premises is a hedonist’s delight and every effort is made to keep guests happy.
Further afield is the Vusalela Day Spa. Set in tranquil surrounds, this establishment works with local products and practises both local healing techniques as well as international therapies. Here, you’ll find there’s nothing better than to bask in the winter sun in the afternoon and enjoy a cup of Rooibos herbal tea. A leisurely walk at sunset to explore the surrounds will do much to calm your senses.
The Hoogland Health Hydro is a Pretoria institution and has been around for many years. Water aerobics, gentle hikes through the bush, holistic treatments, beauty and pamper sessions – whatever you want, they’ll provide it.
In the unspoilt Dinokeng area near the town of Cullinan, visit the Gecko Glen spa for a combination of treatments (the hot stone therapy session is very popular) set in the stillness of the African bush. In Cullinan itself, a historic mining town nearby, the intimate Zau Spa is located in a restored mining house. Healing treatments take place in the garden. Explore the town and take time out here afterwards to soothe sore feet and tired eyes.
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