While on a weekend getaway in the off season to North Myrtle Beach, SC, I located the Exclusively You spa/salon on Spafinder. The staff was very friendly by phone and especially in person. Because of late booking, the service options available to me were limited, but did include some of what I'd requested. The location was in a small, unimpressive strip mall a block off the main thoroughfare, but fairly easy to find. Having been to some of the most prestigious and exclusive spas in the world, I knew I had to put aside any preconceived notions. This spa's decor and atmosphere were about what I expected -- more homey than luxurious, but very friendly and unpretentious, which I cannot always say about some high end spas. Apparently it is an Aveda spa/salon. My spa manicure was ok, but the pedicure by Clerice was wonderful. I hadn't had a hot stone massage in a while, so no extensive basis for comparison, but there did not seem to be enough stones, which required a lot of trips by the massage therapist back and forth to the warming basin. She did the best she could with what she had to work with. Next time I'd just go for a deep tissue massage. Prices were a bit high for the location, decor and services above, but I did receive a 10% discount for three service. All in all, given the short notice, and no knowledge of what to expect, it was a pleasant surprise, and I would go back.
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