If you’ve ever tried to book a spa appointment—and ended up in a mini emotional rollercoaster—you’re not alone. Whether it’s juggling work, family, or your own ever-growing to-do list, claiming that much-needed “me time” can sometimes feel like trying to score concert tickets.
Welcome to the chaotic, hilarious, and oddly stressful world of spa booking! Here’s the 10 stages you might go through—and how to come out calm, collected, and blissed out.
1. The Enthusiastic Decision
“Yes! I’m finally booking that massage/float/sauna session. Self-care, here I come!”
You’re pumped. You’ve marked your calendar. You’re ready to treat yourself like royalty.
2. The Overwhelm
Scrolling through services and add-ons… deep tissue, hot stones, aromatherapy, cupping, reflexology… Wait, how many treatments do I need? Can I handle all of them in one visit? Decision paralysis sets in.
Survival tip: Start simple. One amazing treatment beats three mediocre ones.
3. The Calendar Shuffle
You pull out your planner or phone calendar, trying to find the perfect time. But it’s like scheduling a meeting—everyone’s busy.
Survival tip: Pick a non-negotiable time and protect it like your last piece of chocolate.
4. The Booking Battle
You try to book online or call—and the slots are vanishing faster than socks in a dryer.
Survival tip: Don’t panic. Keep refreshing or call the spa directly—they might have last-minute cancellations.
5. The FOMO Hits
You see friends posting about their spa days on social media. Why didn’t you book sooner? Panic sets in.
Survival tip: Remember, your time will come. Self-care isn’t a race.
6. The Compromise
Nope, no ideal times left. So you settle for the only slot available… that’s 6.00 pm on a Tuesday.
Survival tip: It’s still spa time. Celebrate the small wins!
7. The Anticipation Builds
You’ve booked. You count down the days, fantasising about your float, massage, or sauna session.
8. The Day Before Prep
You plan your outfit, clear your schedule, maybe even do a little extra stretching or skincare. You’re ready.
9. The Blissful Escape
You arrive at Float Space, leave your worries at the door, and soak in every minute of relaxation you deserve.
10. The Post-Spa Glow (and Planning the Next One)
You leave feeling refreshed… and suddenly plotting how soon you can book your next appointment.
Bonus Survival Tips from Float Space
- Your a part of our loyalty programme – get booking and get rewards (hello, £40 gift voucher!).
- Book your next session before you leave—no booking battles later.
- Sign up for our newsletter for exclusive early access to new slots and offers.
Remember, the spa booking struggle is real—but so is the bliss when you finally get your spot. At Float Space, we’re here to make it as smooth as possible… because you deserve that relaxation without the stress.