MAKING A SPLASH
Hippocrates knew how to live. The ancient Greek philosopher declared that “the way to health is to have an aromatic bath and scented massage every day.” Alas, we cannot all indulge so frequently, but increasing numbers of us see regular spa visits as essential to wellbeing. In Britain, around 6 million a year don white robes to be soaked, soothed and slathered with lavender oil – and, fortunately, a host of luxury hotels offer the most attractive surroundings to get wet in.
The home of the British spa experience is Bath, taking its name from the Roman-built hot baths established there
