Back to Bath

Recently over some drinks, a couple girlfriends and I decided to get out to Bath to visit the dayspa and get out of the city for a night... I have been to Bath (see posts from November) but loved it the first time so thought it would be fun to go back.

We left yesterday afternoon to catch the train and spent the afternoon walking around Bath, stopping into shops and pubs. It was coooold and windy, so our walking around ceased when the temperature dropped. We headed indoors and just relaxed in a few pubs, chatting and taking in the locals. Last night we headed out for dinner and a few bars in the city. The great thing about Bath is that because it is a college town, bars stay open late! We had fun and imbibed a few too many organic ciders before finally deciding to head back to our hotel.

This morning we went to the Thermae Bath Spa http://www.thermaebathspa.com/ and had facials and spent a few hours in the 'healing' waters of the baths and steam rooms. It was good for our hangovers. We left relaxed and detoxed and had some lunch before heading back on the train. It was a nice quick girls overnight trip that was super fun and relaxing... I'd recommend the spa as well. It isn't like a Burke Williams with all the locker room ammenities (it is co-ed, kind of weird) but the pools are really cool and perched atop the spa with great views of Bath in the background.

Today is "Mothering Day" or "Mum's Day" in the UK. So, JP's and my mom get two Mother's Days this year! I thought it was odd when I started seeing signs and reminders in stores and restaurants around the city to start planning- I thought to myself "well, it is kind of early..." only to realize they have a different Sunday designated for the holiday. Father's Day is the same Sunday in June as it is in the US.

That's it from me, enjoy the week!