20 Sep 2007 10:55 PM

Grand Central Spa

by Michele Cheplic | More from this Blogger

     

If I had a dime for each time my mother would stop her mealtime preparation and ask me, my three brothers and our respective friends milling about her kitchen: "What do you think this place is... Grand Central Station?" I'd be a very rich person.

Even if you have never stepped foot in the city's iconic mass transit terminal you know that it is not a place commuters come for rest and relaxation... or is it?

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In a move that that can only be described as oxymoronic, the Big Apple's landmark train station is hosting a Spa Experience. From October 31st through November 3rd daily commuters and thousands of confused visitors will be able to indulge in relaxing spa treatments (such as massages and manicures) prior to charging to the platform to catch the 6:40 train back to Connecticut.

The free event is open to the public and features 50 booths manned by workers from spas and spa beauty companies from around the world, including celebrity favorites Miraval in Tucson, Arizona and the CuisinArt Resort & Spa in Anguilla. The Main Concourse will house a spa retreat center with private areas where visitors can receive a sample beauty treatment or mini-spa treatment for free. Also, anyone who visits the Spa Experience will be eligible to win prizes and receive free samples. In addition, several Grand Central retailers will be offering tie-in discounts to beauty products, food and other merchandise.

If you like what you see (or feel) while you are there, the Spa Experience will provide the opportunity for you to book trips or buy a gift certificate from Spa Finder, redeemable at 3,500 spas worldwide. If you can't make it to New York for the big event, don't fret. Spa Experience organizers say if the promotion is successful they will consider expanding it to other popular travel destinations in 2008 and 2009, including San Francisco, Chicago, and Dallas.

New York commuters take note: The Spa Experience at Grand Central Terminal will take place 11 a.m. - 7 p.m. on Oct. 31 and Nov. 2 and 11 a.m. - 5 p.m., Nov. 1 and Nov. 3.

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Michele Cheplic was born and raised in Hilo, Hawaii, but now lives in Wisconsin. Michele graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Madison with a degree in Journalism.

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Valorie Delp (42861) 21 Sep 2007 05:08 AM

I'm so going. To think spa bliss is just 30 minutes away from my house. . .

And as a side note GCT has done so much in the last several years since I've been here to really improve. It started with renovations but you can shop (and not just dinky subway shops either--major chains like Bath & Body works. . .or is it the Body Shop), there's a hotel on top for easy over night stays if need be (my mom loves to stay here) and then at some point during the year there are lazer shows. All for free. My favorite word.

Michele Cheplic (27962) 21 Sep 2007 10:25 AM

I'd wait in line for a free massage too. You're right, GCT has really improved over the years--I know a couple of people who have gotten married there. Good ol' Jackie Kennedy she sure knew when and where to flex her celebrity muscle.

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