Tired of skirting the issue when it comes to your clients and the economy? Take a page from five spas in Alabama. In response to the current state of the economy and its increasing stresses, those five spas (Grand Hotel Marriott Resort, Golf Club & Spa in Point Clear, the Spa at the Battle House Hotel, in Mobile, the Montgomery Renaissance Hotel & Spa at the Convention Center in Montgomery, the Renaissance Ross Bridge Golf Resort & Spa in Hoover, and the Marriott Shoals Hotel & Spa in Florence) have all added these three new, cleverly-titled treatments to their menus:

401(k) Facial
Are the stresses of the 401(k) rollercoaster showing on your face? Sneak away from work and let our staff treat you to a 401(k) facial. We can brighten, tighten and smooth your skin in a matter of minutes with our quick glycolic resurfacing treatment. Your skin will look and feel amazing and your financial fear lines will diminish. Spend time in our quiet room, steam room and whirlpools before and after your treatment. The Wall Street Journal newspapers can be removed at your request.
$100

Economic Freefall Refresher
After the recent economic freefall, it is time to refresh and reenergize. A mineralizing spa body treatment reduces stress and tension, leaving skin soft and smooth. A facial follows, featuring ingredients that stimulate cellular renewal leaving the skin soft, glowing and refreshed. A money manicure completes your refresher leaving money in your pocket.
$200

Banker and Broker Bailout
For the banker or broker who is overworked, overstressed and needs to relax, we have an escape for you. De-stress tired muscles in our state-of-the-art steam rooms. Relax with an 80-minute therapeutic massage, deep cleansing facial and penetrating location for hydration. Gentlemen's hair cut and nail trim will help finish your escape prior to taking on the wizards of Wall Street. Pin-stripe robes no longer available.  
$300

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