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THE SWANKY CITY SPA

Mandarin Oriental Spa

Perfect for a day trip to the Big Smoke, w&h editor Miranda McMinn visited the Mandarin Oriental Spa in London for some de-stressing.

First impressions Situated in swanky Knightsbridge, just opposite Harvey Nichols, the spa is part of the Mandarin Oriental Hotel and oozes luxury.

And… relax As soon as you step foot in the zen-like ambience of this orchid-filled spa, you can unwind in the elegantly appointed steam, sauna and therapeutic pool before your treatments.

I turned up with shoulder muscles as rigid as squash balls. When I emerged three hours later, I felt as if I had had both a holiday and a facelift. The Oskia Warm Oil Massage promised a ‘restorative