Types of Hot Tubs

Different Soaks for Different Folks

With an endless array of portable hot tubs in all kinds of shapes, sizes and colors as well as a mind-boggling combination of features, portable hot tubs offer different soaks for different folks. Keep in mind, the kind of person you are often influences how you will use your hot tub and letting your personality guide you through the hot tub maze is the best way of ensuring that your soaking will be a truly memorable experience.

Here’s how to go about matching your hot tub to your personality:

The Zen Seeking Hot Tub

Though soaking in any hot tub is a great way of relaxing and attaining a peaceful state of mind, some hot tubs are designed to soothe the psyche even more than others. If you are a die-hard Zen seeker you should consider a smaller spa that is more intimate and creates the perfect retreat for self-reflection. If you like soaking in your tub while bathed in the glow of aromatic candles you should look for models that feature side tables or flat exterior areas. Some of the other features to look for include a bubbling system that produces a full-body massage that is gentler than most jets. Built-in aroma dispensers that release specific calming or mood-enhancing aromas and a spa mister that blows cool mist around the spa perimeter are both refreshing and a great way to soothe the senses and calm the mind.

The Party Hearty Hot Tub

Make sure you have plenty of room if you are planning on partying in your hot tub. Larger hot tubs can seat up to 10 party animals comfortably and also include a host of features that are guaranteed to make the fun-fest outlast the night. Look for a hot tub that comes with attachable units with faux granite countertops that double up as bars and tables. Bar stools are great for those who want to take a dry break. Other features to look for include a built-in mini refrigerator and cup-holders build into the tub shell. For those who can afford it, some hot tubs come with state-of-the-art MP3 and CD players while other have surround sound systems outfitted with transducers that emit sound waves right to the bottom of the tub so all the revelers can not only hear the music; they can feel it as well.

The Healthy Hot Tub

Looking for a hot tub that you can work out when you want to and relax at other times? Consider buying a wider model with plenty of interior space and great exercise equipment add-ons including rowing attachments, underwater treadmills and exercise bands. Because water adds resistance as well as buoyancy, hot tub work-outs work the muscles harder with minimum impact to the joints.

The Couch Potato Hot Tub

Hot tubs with lounger-type seating offer the ultimate in comfort and relaxation. These seats are designed with neck pillows as well as armrests and footrest for pure ergonomic indulgence. If you’d like to get a massage while you veg out, look for a hot tub that features pulsating jets strategically placed to massage all the kinks out from your neck, wrist, shoulder and feet. Water-proof high-definition TV/DVDs and towel warmers offer the ultimate in hot tub luxury.

Keeping in mind your personality and then looking for features that match your personality is sure to make your search for a portable hot tub more exciting and less confusing.