Leading Spas of Canada Launches Online Auction Site of Spa Experiences & Great Getaways

Vancouver, Canada, May 07, 2009 --(PR.com)-- During these economically challenging times, stress levels are high due to increased workload, job insecurity and financial concerns. A visit to the spa is recognized as an excellent way to relieve stress and Leading Spas of Canada is unveiling a way to enjoy a spa experience and save some money.

Leading Spas of Canada (LSC) is pleased to introduce the launch of www.Spa-Bay.com. Using an online platform similar to other popular auction sites, Spa-Bay offers the opportunity to browse the spa offerings available, bid on the items that interest you and experience the bliss of a sensational spa experience or great getaway.

Items available for the launch of www.Spa-Bay.com include:
· Temple Gardens Mineral Spa Resort, Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan. Three nights accommodation in the Honeymoon Suite, roses, chocolates, fruit plate, bottle of bubbly with keepsake flutes, breakfast for two, tickets to area tourist attractions, spa package for two and a $200 Temple Gardens Gift Card to be used anywhere in the Resort. (Value: $2400)
· Riverstone Spa and Inn at the Forks, Winnipeg, Manitoba. Overnight accommodation, couples massage, sparkling wine, chocolate dipped strawberries and breakfast for two. (Value - $450)
· Rocky Mountain Hot Springs, Banff, Alberta. Banff renewal experience for two including one night stay, massage treatments, breakfast and tourist attraction passes to the Gondola and Banff Upper Hot Springs. (Value - $450)
· Holtz Spa, Ottawa, Ontario. A mini tropical spa retreat including body scrub, body buff, Vitamin C Facial and Raindrop massage. (Value: $325)
· Amerispa, 8 locations throughout Quebec. A three-hour spa escape including Japanese Ritual body treatment, classic facial and revitalizing leg treatment. (Value: $300)
· Grotto Spa at Tigh-na-Mara Resort, Parksville, Vancouver Island, BC. Experience Vancouver Island's healing beauty with a 90 minute Grotto
Spa treatment, each one inspired by the unique natural
resources of the British Columbian coastline. (Value: $165 - $190)

Monies raised from Spa.Bay.com will assist Leading Spas of Canada in providing educational opportunities for the Canadian spa industry, and members are excited to support this new initiative with their donations. “Spa-Bay is a wonderful new venue to showcase Canada's leading spas, spa vacations and spa products”, says Ken Fisher, Chief Operating Officer of Canadian Rockies Hot Springs. “The benefits of promoting our business on Spa-Bay are immeasurable,” enthuses Cheryl Chase of Temple Gardens Mineral Spa Resort. “It opens up a whole new internet marketplace for us and all LSC members”.

Visit www.spa-bay.com to browse, bid and enjoy the bliss of spa products, treatments and glorious getaways courtesy of LSC members. Each item will remain up for auction for approximately one month.

About Leading Spas of Canada:
As Canada’s national spa organization, Leading Spas of Canada (LSC) provides support for the development of the Canadian spa industry and the promotion of Canada as the finest spa destination in the world. Led by a dedicated Board of Directors from across the country, LSC represents the broad spectrum of the spa experience, from resort and day spas, destination and mineral spring spas to medical spas, schools and suppliers.

For more information:
Wanda Love, CEO, Leading Spas of Canada
wanda@leadingspasofcanada.com
604.662.3411

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