Great and good places in NoVA
There are a few. And I have found many good, a very few outstanding and a very few "would not repeat."
I enjoy seeing at least one MT friend every two weeks (and when possible, once per week. But that really depends on available time more than cash flow).
At some places I am "a regular". Other places I visit based on recommendations on the forum. I know from private messages there are some AMPs and BP providers that I like, but other's don't.
I'm an older, bald. 20-lb over my best weight traveler. And (truthfully) enjoy the more experienced (but still to me lovely) providers. The ones that remember I am always pleasant, cleanly dressed, and reasonably respectful of them as human beings.
I've been surprised to find a few of the ladies are excellent independent (not indebted) business women. Some very happy, some less so (but they don't make that an issue for the client).
I always remember when I read a post that "my mileage may vary". But before another favorite place closes (like CTM. I miss Sarah) , or an ATF decides to retire, I recommend you who are on the fence to make an appointment. And see if you can enjoy the therapy. I think I have now visited almost every BP / CL advertiser within about 6 miles of the mixing bowl. If the reviews here are not good. Don't go there, but you can be relatively sure of a fair to good massage (which is all we go for) , and perhaps a smile.
If you care, I currently recommend Spa Rain Flow, M&M and Asian.
This was a long post (sorry). I enjoy my visits, but as always.
YMMV A LOT
Tiffany Nails : Took one for the team
I wanted to try a Viet spa so I visited this place. 0.7 / hr, my therapist was Nina, viet lady in her mid 50s, but still fit for her age. Massage was not anything special. At some points I thought I might leave happy, but in the end it turned out to be a DIY place. I did not leave happy, and at 0. 7 / hr for an un-impressive massage I won't be back. Left no tip.
You beat me to it by a couple hours
[QUOTE=Boberati;1820893]Candy's gone. Drew Jin."Nice" but would not recommend.[/QUOTE]Thanks to some PM information from locals, I found myself looking for Candy today too. Also drew Jin. Also would not repeat. In fact, spent half the time there thinking about where to head next.
Had to search out Rich in Herndon to get the job done.
But, the good news: What a great bbq place for lunch out there in Ashburn. Who woulda thought. Swan was a loss but the lunch made up for it.
Have a great day.
Dz
Green Center now Sunny Y. G. Massage? .
Based on a few posts and some communication I had with my favorite spot in Alexandria, I did some research and found the following post on craigslist:
[url]http://washingtondc.craigslist.org/nva/thp/3954620079.html[/url]
It is, obviously, the same address. It seems the new management has brought about changes which makes me sad. Both the new number listed and the old number connect to the same location.
Independent Asian Tysons Corners (Thanks Nub)
I am feeling lazy today so if you read The Nub's reviews # 6703 and # 6991 about this gal then you have my report. Basically a positive Ditto Me Too review.
Herndon / Sterling good time
I'm in and out of town every few months and I try to stop at one of the places in herndon. The ladies look older (30s-40s) but are in good shape and they are very nice. They give a decent massage which is great for my back, and NOVA plus is available if you are polite and all that. They seem to have changed hands every so often but the service is very standard.
Brand new Asian Spa in Arlington (just opened yesterday)
I was happy to see an Ad for a new place in Arlington on Wilson Blvd two days ago (look on BP). We have always had very limited options in Arlington so when I saw the ad for a new Asian spa I had to try it asap. So I stopped by yesterday morning, and I learned it was their very first day in business.
The place looks ran down from the outside, but inside it has been completely renovated. There was actually a man still working on the last details of the renovation / decoration of the spa...this same man was the one who picked up the phone too. The place looked comfortable and clean.
Anyway, 0.65 / hr was collected. There was only one therapist when I visited. Chinese lady, late 30's, with an athletic build, not too bad. Nice massage, I would actually rate it slightly above average, because she combined some stretching techniques for my back, neck and legs. Also, she used her knees to do some deep work on my back which I've only had from Chinese therapists, pretty nice. Got a smile, though there was a bit of upsale. Once I was completely relaxed, I got a little more massage until the hour was up. All in all, still walked having saved a little cash because the hourly rate is only 0.65 / hr, and I got the full hour, which is rare nowadays. Not a bad first impression, might return to see if other therapists are available in the future.
M and M Wellness Franconia
Saw Hannah? A few weeks ago. Nice rack, ok face, late 30's. All business during the table shower but she got every spot clean. Massage was decent, one of the few girls that straddles. Lots of backdoor play and mutual touch. Flip, Nova with PM, she let the girls out. I asked for extras but was shot down (typical). .8 in the door, .4 tip. Probably will not repeat.
Brand new Asian Spa in Arlington
I couldn't find it. Care to post an address? Or a link to the ad.