The Pampered Introvert

What better than to begin this new year but to pamper myself. One way of slowing the pace is a massage and spa moment. I found while traveling abroad to include this moment. One of my favorite spas is Jean Louis David  in Doha, Qatar. The spa offers many ways to relax and de-stress after an 18 hour flight. I tried the  Swedish Massage first and later Thai and aromatherapy. The essentials oils are amazing. I fell in love with the scents.

While traveling abroad , I had the opportunity to enjoy their many luxuries. It is amazing what you see and read  in a travel magazine, is nothing like the personal experience of allowing the locals to share their world with you. Doha, Qatar was my first stop . As the plane hit the runway, I saw lights, sea and sand. Lots of sand. Being an American and not knowing their language, I was afraid it would be a barrier. It was unfounded. The people of Qatar pride themselves in knowing several languages. Their English is excellent. I soon found out they are proud their country and heritage and enjoy sharing their culture.

I settled into a luxury room, complete with fruits, beverages, chocolates, and hot foods that were waiting on a table by a window . After enjoying their special made mango juice and chocolates, I relaxed just watching the city’s movement. This is a city of movement even when you reach the sands of the desert . Once in the desert, you feel the wind. You look upward and see the starry sky at night. And then you look beyond and the magical Arabian Sea reflects the moon . It is calming. If you ever put Qatar on your travel bucket list, the souq is the visit worth taking. And plan to attend a falcon flight . Be prepared for beauty in flight.