Who doesn’t like to be pampered? The life of the frequent traveler comes with ups and downs, but one forever up side, if you are fortunate, is to stay at premium hotels while on the road. I find a big downside to that is that even though I get to stay at the best of the best, because I’m usually there for business, I don’t get to take advantage of the 5-star amenities that come with having a room at the hotel. I have, however, figured a way to partially remedy this said downside. Anyone who lives in a city can take advantage of what I’ve been doing recently. My idea is not a new one, and why I haven’t done it more often, I do not know. I live in a city with some of the best hotels in the world, and while I don’t need to stay in them, I can certainly take advantage of their amenities on my own timetable. I’ve always been a big fan of hotel restaurants, anywhere in the world, but I’ve also become very accustomed to premium hotel spas. I can’t find any day spa to match that of a premium property near me. My advice to you is that if you are not on the road but want the pampered feeling you may have missed on your last business trip to a Ritz Carlton, Park Hyatt or InterContinental, find the closest one to you and make a spa appointment. With any treatment, from manicure to massage, you will have full access to the steam room, gym and pool. It’s a great way to escape your everyday routine and, because you’re at home, you can stay relaxed. No need to rush off to that client dinner as you would normally do while on the road! — Alex Young, vice president and associate publisher