Relax And Unwind At Dead Sea Spas Whilst On Sharm El Sheikh Holidays

The beneficial effects of the Dead Sea have been known since Biblical times. Cleopatra and King Herod made frequent trips here to bathe in the sea. Now,as we're becoming more health conscious, tourists are discovering the health benefits again. Such is the lure of the Dead Sea and its health properties, that tourists are even making the journey here whilst on Sharm El Sheikh holidays. The Dead Sea is a landlocked body of water, renowned for its high concentration of salt. Many spas use the mud and the water from the Dead Sea for its therapeutic properties.

Located at the foot of the Judean hills to the west and facing the Moab hills in the east is the lowest spot on earth, The Dead Sea, at 1300 feet below sea level. In the past many would journey here because of its biblical connections but now rich tourists flock here for the beauty treatments. Those on Sharm El Sheikh holidays are only a short plane ride away from Jordan. So famous is the Dead Sea and its properties, that the mud and the sea water is exported all over the world. The resort is so popular now that in recent years, four new hotels, with full spa facilities have opened up on the muddy eastern shores. These hotels were built to lure the rich tourists, with their opulent spas. They are very opulent sandstone temples, framed by peaceful lagoons and poolside bars. The spas have indoor and outdoor hot tubs, saltwater and freshwater pools and Fitness Suites. Solariums are on offer and some spas even have a cosmetic surgeon on call. Mud wraps are a popular treatment. The person is daubed with Dead Sea mud and then tightly bound with cloth. This is to ensure that the mud remains in contact with the skin. They are then led to the Relaxation Room where they listen to soothing music. After an agreed time, the mud is hosed off and the person is given an oily rubdown. Finally they are given a drink of hot ginger tea to drink.

The Ein Gedi hot springs are a natural phenomenon only found in Israel. The temperature of the springs at Ein Gedi, is a constant 38 degrees C. These waters have the highest concentration of bromine in the world, which is reputed to reduce high blood pressure and relax the nervous system. The high percentage of oxygen in the water opens up the respiratory system and helps to increase stamina. The mineral content of the water helps to detoxify the body as it contains significant amounts of calcium, potassium, sodium, magnesium and sulphur. People on Naama Bay holidays come here even though spas are on offer in Naama Bay. There are similar thermal springs located at Newe Zohar, a resort located 5 miles from Ein Boqeq. These springs have been used since biblical times. Now, Newe Zohar has become a mecca for the health conscious and now boasts a spa and a restaurants with gorge side views to attract the tourists. There is a museum, Bet Hayozzer nearby, but nothing really to entertain children.

The Dead Sea used to be famous for its photographs of people lying on the sea reading a newspaper. The high salt content makes it easy to float or bob up and down like a cork. The high atmospheric pressure at this depth helps people suffering from respiratory diseases such as cystic fibrosis. Psoriasis sufferers also come here as the low levels of ultra violet light enable them to sunbathe for long periods of time, helping their condition.

Fleur Fisher is a travel journalist writing about the latest in hotels, destinations and offers for Naama bay holidays. Here she writes about the best natural spas around the Dead Sea that you can visit on a day trip when on Sharm el Sheikh holidays. These spas can cure illnesses and various ailments, as well as being the ultimate place to chill out.

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