Aria Spa Named a Consumers Digest Best BuyMore Than Just Hot Water Hot Spring

Vista, CA, April 2, 2007 -- Recent studies have shown that Americans are striving to find a greater sense of balance between work, play, and spending personal time and time with family and friends. Health and wellness have always been a priority, however more than ever before Americans are longing for reconnection and rejuvination. It's no wonder with life's hectic schedules that many Americans are rapidly discovering the array of advantages offered by hot tub ownership and the significant therapeutic benefits of hydromassage--the combination of warm water, buoyancy and the massaging action of powerful jets. The healing power of water has long been known--Asian cultures have indulged in the soothing, healing qualities of hot water for centuries. Native cultures have always known that water is a purifier for the body and for the spirit.

More Than Just Hot Water Hot Spring

The soothing warmth and buoyancy of warm water can help reduce stress, soothe sore and tired muscles, ease arthritis pain and even provide a better night's sleep. The massaging action of the jets stimulates the release of endorphins, the body's natural painkillers.

In today's fast paced world, a hot tub can provide the much needed relaxation and haven that provides stress relief and promotes togetherness with family and friends.

Hot tubs have evolved from wooden wine casks to well-engineered, energy efficient sophisticated designs that deliver state-of-the-art hyrdomassage. Many technological advances such as alternative-wood exteriors, and water care systems have make owning a hot tub easier than ever. From soothing jets to tranquil waterfall features, to dynamic lighting and state-of-the-art music systems, there are many options that make a hot tub both relaxing and beautiful.

Consumers Digest, a highly respected authority on value in the consumer marketplace highlighted Best Buys in Portable Spas in the April 2007 issue. The Aria spa by hot tub industry leader Hot Spring Spas recently received a "Best Buy" award in the Premium Category for its many popular features and superior performance at a great value. The Consumers Digest Best Buy rating is awarded, on average, to fewer than three percent of the competing models in any given product category. The Premium Selection for the Aria spa indicates that this spa model unit is not only of superior quality but also fully featured and value priced.

About Hot Spring Spas Established in 1977, W atkins is the manufacturer of Hot Spring Spas. Over 700,000 spas have been sold since its inception. Watkins has a worldwide dealer network of over 900 sales and service centers in all 50 states, Canada, and 55 other countries, and is a division of Masco Corporation (MAS-NYSE), a Fortune 500 company whose quality products include Delta® faucets, KraftMaid® cabinets, and Behr® paints. Visit the company web site at www.hotspring.com.

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Watkins Manufacturing
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