
[Spa Tourism]
Spa Tourism
Over 2000 years ago, the
philosopher Hippocrates was the first person to detect the curative properties
of certain types of water. More recently, there have been discoveries of
important techniques for using water ? along with mud and natural clay applied with
massages. The medicinal benefits of some of these techniques have been proven
to prevent, improve and cure a wide range of health problems affecting humans,
in particular arthritic pains, respiratory problems and indigestion.
These days water is used to combat
people?s most frequently occurring health concerns at the start of this new
century: depression, stress, anti-ageing and weight control ? and also to
improve people?s spiritual wellbeing.
A large number of countries
(including Argentina, Cuba, Czech Republic, France, Germany, Hungary, New
Zealand, Spain and Uruguay) around the world offer spa services for
recreational and curative purposes, taking advantage of water?s chemical,
geological and medicinal properties.
Mexico is no exception. We also
have a number of locations, particularly in the states of Coahuila, Guanajuato,
Hidalgo, Jalisco, Michoacán, Puebla, Morelos and the State of Mexico among
others where these kinds of waters can be found. Mexico has waters that have
more chemical and physical properties than other countries which are perfect
for recreational activities, relaxation and for the human body to recover and
be restored.
In Mexico, water sources (and
thermal springs in particular) have been used traditionally as Water Parks and
Pools, as well as for Spas which have developed in line with international
standards for service and quality.
SPAs in Mexico
This age-old industry has
resurfaced once again, readapting and redefining itself to suit the demands and
needs of modern-day consumers. This trend is not only evident in the United
States but also Western Europe. By looking back to spas? origins and seeing
them for what they really are, one can see how they have constantly evolved and
renewed themselves.
They represent a tradition that
dates back millennia. The word Spa itself derives from Roman times with the
Latin expression ?Salute per Aqua?. The word was used to designate places with
mineral and thermal waters where people enjoyed bathing therapy to be cured of
various afflictions.