September 3, 2008

Roma Holiday

Acqua di Roma Spa

They say when in Rome …

Experience a little dolce vita at Acqua di Roma — the new Italian oasis located where North Beach meets the FiDi, opening tomorrow.

Situated in an historic Barbary Coast building, the stunning new spa is the brainchild of Gian-Paolo Veronese, whose methodology combines ancient techniques with cutting-edge technology.

Head aesthetician Alma Arciniegas has created wellness programs and beauty treatments that run the gamut. Tackle pimpled pores with the Glacial Facial for deep cryo cleansing. Smooth dimpled thighs with a slimming contouring wrap. And wash away your worries in a hydro aromatherapy bath.

After detoxing in the state-of-the-art infrared sauna, step inside a vintage bank vault for a deep tissue massage to relieve stress.

All proof that there’s no place like Roma.

Acqua di Roma, 700 Montgomery Street, at Washington Street (415-434-2100 or acquadiroma.com).