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The Durban Girl’s Guide to Spa Gifting (and Hinting!)

Spa gifts are thoughtful and luxurious—but hints, meanwhile... genius. This guide unwraps gifting wisdom for moms, partners or friends—bigger on fun, light on cost. Choose real spa packages, real value—and master the art of subtle inspiration. 

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 Top Giftable Spa Packages 

Pamper with the Duo Deal – from R599 per couple 

Offers: 

- Couple’s massage with hot stones (1h) 

- Vhi Hydration Booster Facial (steam) 

- Under-eye mask, head massage 

- Foot soak & sugar scrub, file & polish 

- Tea, coffee and a slice of cake on arrival 
Weekday bookings (8–10am) include complimentary steam and hot stones.

Couples Spa Break – R599 per couple 

Almost identical to Duo Deal, with emphasis on romantic ambiance: candlelit couples room, petals, two drinks. Bonus add-on offers when booked early

Togetherness Couples Spa – 2 hours | R1095 per couple 

Enhanced luxury: hot stone massage, scrub, head & foot treatments, romantic petal bath, candlelight, bubbly. Perfect for birthdays or anniversaries. 

Gifting vs Hinting Strategy 

Actual gifting: 

- Buy a physical or digital voucher 

- Add a little note like: “Spa morning on me—just pick a branch” 

- Redeem at any Spa Durban location, valid for 3 years. Subject to packages terms and availability 
   

- Leave a browser tab open to a package with a note: “Fancy this for our next date?” 

- Tag partner on Instagram stories featuring the Spa Embrace package 

- Casually mention: “They’re giving double Spabacks on Monday!” 

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 Value & Loyalty Extras 

Affordability 

Each package delivers shared 2h experiences for under R1,000 total—massages, facials, scrubs and drinks bundled in savings. 

Loyalty stacking 

- Spabacks earned on all packages 

- Double Spabacks for weekday early slots 

- Referral bonuses, birthday credits 
These perks extend gift value beyond the experience. SpaDurban 

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Playful Hint Ideas 

- “I didn’t win the lotto, but I did find this spa treat for two...” 

- Leave a brochure or digital link at the breakfast table 

- Use chat: “Imagine us soaking in that rose petal bath…” 

- Offer to pay half, but insist it’s her day off—hint accepted. 

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Before: birthday passes, partner guessing again 

- After: spa-day joy, shared reflection, soft skin selfies 

- A playful hint or voucher turns a thoughtful impulse into relaxed connection. 

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Book or Gift Today 

Select one of Spa Durban’s popular packages: Duo Deal, Couples Spa Break, or Togetherness Couples Spa. Visit a branch or book online—don’t forget to sign up or mention the Loyalty Programme to unlock Spabacks and make your gesture last

Spa gifts are thoughtful and luxurious—but hints, meanwhile... genius. This guide unwraps gifting wisdom for moms, partners or friends—bigger on fun, light on cost. Choose real packages, real value—and master the art of subtle inspiration. 

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Top Giftable Spa Packages 

Pamper with the Duo Deal – from R599 per couple 

Offers: 

- Couple’s massage with hot stones (1h) 

- Vhi Hydration Booster Facial (steam) 

- Under-eye mask, head massage 

- Foot soak & sugar scrub, file & polish 

- Tea, coffee and a slice of cake on arrival 

Weekday bookings (8–10am) include complimentary steam and hot stones. See our Duo Deal 

Couples Spa Break – R599 per couple 

Almost identical to Duo Deal, with emphasis on romantic ambiance: candlelit couples room, petals, two drinks. Bonus add-on offers when booked early

Togetherness Couples Spa – 2 hours | R1095 per couple 

Enhanced luxury: hot stone massage, scrub, head & foot treatments, romantic petal bath, candlelight, bubbly. Perfect for birthdays or anniversaries.

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Gifting vs Hinting Strategy 

Actual gifting: 

- Buy a physical or digital voucher 

- Add a little note like: “Spa morning on me—just pick a branch” 

- Redeem at any Spa Durban location, valid for 3 years. Subject to packages terms and availability   

- Leave a browser tab open to a package with a note: “Fancy this for our next date?” 

- Tag partner on Instagram stories featuring the Spa Embrace package 

- Casually mention: “They’re giving double Spabacks on Monday!” 

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Value & Loyalty Extras 

Affordability 

Each package delivers shared 2h experiences for under R1,000 total—massages, facials, scrubs and drinks bundled in savings. 

Loyalty stacking 

- Spabacks earned on all packages 

- Double Spabacks for weekday early slots 

- Referral bonuses, birthday credits 
These perks extend gift value beyond the experience. 

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Playful Hint Ideas 

- “I didn’t win the lotto, but I did find this spa treat for two...” 

- Leave a brochure or digital link at the breakfast table 

- Use chat: “Imagine us soaking in that rose petal bath…” 

- Offer to pay half, but insist it’s her day off—hint accepted. 

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Before: birthday passes, partner guessing again 

- After: spa-day joy, shared reflection, soft skin selfies 

- A playful hint or voucher turns a thoughtful impulse into relaxed connection. 

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Book or Gift Today 

Select one of Spa Durban’s popular packages: Duo Deal, Couples Spa Break, or Togetherness Couples Spa. Visit a branch or book online—don’t forget to sign up or mention the Loyalty Programme to unlock Spabacks and make your gesture last

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