Have you ever worn a robe tightly secured and knotted around the waist, only to look down and see your boobs hanging out?
Well, well, well! That has happened to me on numerous occasions, so my love for robes died.
My newest sensation is this body glove that I'm wearing. They are designed to be conveniently used for changing in public places especially.
Have you ever been on holiday and had that unexpected flash show by a stranger?
Haha, I think that's okay, as long as I'm not the freak on display.馃槅
On this occasion, I was heading to the spa at the resort where I'm staying in Egypt. It's advised for women to be modestly dressed, preferably in loose clothing. Although on the resort, it's more relaxed with the freedom to wear whatever you like.
After all, I'm a lover of the Spa. I love to have massages, "chill in a sauna", and occasionally a steam room too. Going for a spa appointment at the resort that you're staying at, is convenient, and there's no need to get dressed.
It gets no better than a body glove.
There's something satisfyingly naughty walking around looking like a red hijabi, wearing nothing but a thong underneath.
Also, this "body glove" (ironic name) comes in handy because it disguises the pounds that I've gained from eating some of the most delicious foods that I've had in a while at this all-inclusive hotel.
Upon arrival at the hotel, I was excited about visiting the spa. When I entered, I noticed that their brochure does not have published prices.
I suck at haggling. The price is either right, and I buy, or wrong and I don't buy.
I would prefer to leave bargaining for hubby, but I was alone, as hubby was deep at the bottom of the sea scuba diving.
A charming Egyptian man quoted me several packages and options, with the least appealing to having only one massage.
I know how smooth-talking Egyptians are, so I thought, don't commit to anything just yet.
As a matter of fact, I'm spoiled from having lived in the Philippines for 7 years, where massages are good and reasonable. This lovely chap quoted me UK/ Caribbean prices, which I know are higher than what massages in the African continent might be.
They have a wide array of treatments including body scrubs and body wraps. As tempting as a coffee scrub was, I had something else on my agenda.
Still hesitant, I delayed accepting the price offer. The good thing though, was that the spa manager diligently showed me old receipts with different price packages, to give me an idea.
After a few days of exchanging pleasantries, the spa manager approached me with a special end-of-the-month offer, which sounded great. I still did not accept, and he then told me that he has seen that I'm friendly with all the staff in the resort, so he would offer me a further "friendly discount".
That was a great offer, which I accepted right away, and I immediately booked to have a 3-massage package.
One of the things to consider is:
"What treatment is there available that I cannot do for myself at home?"
Take my word for it, below this red body glove, are pockets of fat that need to be emptied.
So, the first treatment that jumped out at me was the anti-cellulite massage.
Ahem, I know there is no miracle for losing fat apart from liposuction, a good diet, and exercise. However, with an anti-cellulite massage, there is a special cream used, and the procedure of the strokes, kneading, or aggressive pressure on the fat-prone areas, then a cellophane body wrap in the sauna, gives visible results. It's like kick-starting the fat loss process.
It's relaxing and pampering, and you release lots of toxins from the body.
My three choices of massages were: a medical massage which focused on all the stress areas, an anti-cellulite massage, and a sports massage.
... And this red body glove in particular has a front pocket, which is convenient for me to place my wet thong in and walk back to my room. I mean, how good is that, eh?
Of all the massages that I had, I would have to say that my favourite was the anti-cellulite because it works like lymphatic drainage. So, already, I am feeling less bloated, and my legs, butt, and tummy are smoother.
C'mon, tell me ladies, have you ever worn a robe and had your boobs exposed, or have you ever been a lucky fella to just happen to experience such delight? Or, fellas, have you ever worn a robe and accidentally exposed your parts, only to have a female giggling uncontrollably?
These body gloves are unisex. My husband has a grey one.
I would suggest that everyone gets a body glove, just because... 馃槅
All photos taken by me at Happy Life Village in Dahab
