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What we are doing to be more green:

Spa Velia, a proud member of the Green Spa Network, has made it our top priority to reduce our environmental footprint, as well as share our concern for the earth's well being with our guests. We are committed to the process and starting with small steps that lead to larger steps in the right direction. By making a contribution to the effort to keep our planet cleaner and healthier, our team believes we will all benefit with healthier minds and bodies. This fusion of personal and planetary well being fits in perfectly with Spa Velia's philosophy - Sensory Perfection.

We also embrace the concept of Greening the Soul first; that is the notion that greening our precious planet comes from greening our intention and souls first through awareness and then contribution.

Spa Velia is located in San Diego’s #1 Gold LEED Certified Building, Columbia Center. Renewing and nourishing your body, soul and the earth at the same time – what’s not to love?

Spa Velia is committed to:
 

  • Recycle and use recycled materials.
  • Using gift cards that are printed on recyclable material and recycled when redeemed.Recycling all printed papers.
  • Recycling all consumed bottles and cans used by guests and staff.
  • Minimizing use of retail bags by inquiring if guests wish for a bag when purchasing retail products.
  • Minimizing use of plastic containers and water bottles. We provide staff with their own logoed reusable water bottles to use on site.
  • Reducing paper usage.
  • Introducing updated new hire packages and paperwork are soon to go digital to eliminate wasteful use of paper.
  • Utilizing digital and computerized systems and storage to minimize printing.
  • Using rechargeable batteries.

Products:
 

  • Strive to be mindful and selective in the choice of products we sell and use in every aspect of the Spa.
  • Sell and apply products that are 100 percent cruelty free.
  • Retail only fair trade products.
  • Use and carry organic product lines for many services. Our goal is to move towards completely organic in all services.
  • Use natural, biodegradable cleaning products.
  • Energy and Water Conservation.
  • Use energy efficient appliances and install energy efficient lighting and HVAC systems.
  • Use low flow toilets and showerheads.
  • All treatments designed with maximum relaxation and minimal water waste in mind.
  • Spa culture and training is designed for staff to manage resources efficiently i.e. turning off appliances and lights when not in use and conserving water by not allowing it to run unnecessarily.

Other:


  • Make close to home purchases from suppliers to reduce gas consumption, emissions and support local businesses.

Our future Spa expansion plans include using eco-friendly paint and building materials as much as possible.

Green Partners and Resources: 


Green Spa Network
GSN is a tax-exempt, not-for-profit, trade association. GSN is dedicated to bringing sustainable operating practices to the spa industry, and to promote the natural connections between personal well-being, economic sustainability, and the health of the planet.

San Diego Loves Green
Leading source of local GREEN businesses, news, information and network of citizens committed to living a more eco-conscious way of life!

Environmental Events Calendar
This is San Diego's best calendar for finding environmental scheduled events, managed by Activists San Diego.

Farmer's Markets
Locate a market near you and buy local!

SpaCARE
The Spa industries largest organized charitable giving resource.

GreenFriends.com
Site for progressive singles and friends interested in vegetarianism, environmental protection, peace, animal rights.

Gaia
A conscious social network, a directory of enlightened entrepreneurs, an inspired community oasis.

Earth Cinema Circle
A member based film club focusing on environmental content.

Care2.com Job Listing
Care2 is the largest online network for people who want to make a difference.

SpiritList.com
SpiritList is designed for all involved in the fields of holistic health and well-being.

LOHAS
LOHAS is an acronym for Lifestyles of Health and Sustainability, a market segment focused on health and fitness, the environment, personal development, sustainable living, and social justice.

TreeHugger How To Go Green
TreeHugger breaks it down for you in a series of in-depth how-to articles that will help you green your life. No time like the present!

The Green Guide
An online magazine featuring green living tips, product reviews, and environmental health news. Owned and operated by the National Geographic Society.

Planet Green
Planet Green is your user's guide to living mindfully on this big blue marble.

Big Green Purse
The online green guide to environmentally friendly & responsible news/information, eco- and earth-friendly products, recycling, organic food and more.

Client Reviews

"LOVED IT!! This was my FIRST spa visit EVER!!! I was greeted as soon as I entered and briefly shown the different areas. I was given a robe and some slippers. I have to say with nothing to compare it with it was AHHHHH-mazing."

— Julie

"excellent they have great facilities, great atmosphere and facilities, I'll definitely go back again next month."

— Deborah

"WOW Nothing else needs to be said, unreal shower, great steam room stupendous massage. From the robe to the mints everything was perfect."

— Roman

"must go in san diego This is undoubtedly one of the best spas I have visited.

— digz

Spa Velia: 25 out of 30 based on 10 user reviews.
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