Where to get a good cheap massage for tired hiking legs not a full Ayurveda treatment just a proper rub

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Amelie Dubois3780 rep2

My legs are wrecked after a lot of hiking and I just want a good massage not a whole Ayurveda detox programme (the Ayurveda threads cover that) just a proper relaxing or sports style rub for tired muscles Where do I find a decent affordable massage is it widely available what types are offered how do I avoid the dodgy places and what is a fair price Travellers who have had a good massage here please point me to the proper places

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Local so the proper massage picture Widely available YES in the tourist areas (the beach towns the hill towns the cities) massage is easy to find and affordable compared to home you do not need a full Ayurveda programme for a simple good rub for tired legs What types you will find AYURVEDIC massage (the herbal oil massage often the default and lovely for tired muscles deeply relaxing with warm herbal oils) general RELAXATION and therapeutic massage at spas and the SPORTS or deep tissue style at the better spas and wellness centres for a hiking recovery rub the Ayurvedic oil massage or a deep tissue at a reputable spa is ideal many hotels and dedicated spas offer it Avoiding the dodgy places THE key tip choose a REPUTABLE proper spa wellness centre or a well reviewed hotel spa or a recognised Ayurvedic centre AVOID any place that is vague seedy or where the offer feels off (as anywhere in the world a massage that is not really a massage exists) a legitimate spa is professional clean has set treatments and prices and a proper therapist for women a reputable spa with female therapists is easy to request stick to the established well reviewed places and you are completely fine Fair price very reasonable a good hour long massage at a proper spa costs a fraction of Western prices (the exact figure varies by town and the poshness of the spa the beach town spas and hotel spas are pricier than a simple local Ayurvedic place but all are affordable) agree the treatment and price before you start so the answer yes get that rub easily and cheaply choose a reputable proper spa or Ayurvedic centre (well reviewed clean professional) go for an Ayurvedic oil or deep tissue massage for the tired legs avoid anywhere that feels off and enjoy how affordable proper bodywork is here your legs will thank you

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Sanduni J.5800 rep1

A reputable proper spa or Ayurvedic centre for an oil or deep tissue massage avoiding anywhere that feels off and all very affordable this is exactly what my hiking legs needed to hear an Ayurvedic oil massage it is thank you

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