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Can a professional couples massage be intimate, romantic, and sensual?

Couples massages are very popular during Valentine's day, on birthdays, anniversaries, and other special occasions. The exact methods used during a couples massage can vary quite a bit and the amenities offered at the spa of your choice can add to the feeling of intimacy and sensuality.

It is very common for people to search Google for terms like "sexy massage", "intimate massage", "romantic couples massage", etc. Some people are even more direct and search for "can couples have sex during a couples massage", or "can couples be naked during couples massages on Valentine's Day". All of those are actual searches that have been tried thousands of times.

There appear to be two different types of people searching the Internet with these and other search terms. The first group seems to be couples looking a romantic experience that includes a massage. The others seem to be looking for a massage that is, in itself, sexual. Both types are undoubtedly available somewhere, however, the later is not a professional massage - it is really a form of prostitution. Legitimate and professional massage therapists and day spas do not provide massages that in anyway appeal to sexual gratification. That does not mean, however, that the whole experience can't be romantic.

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A "romantic massage" is really a misnomer when used professionally. No professional massage is performed in a "romantic" or intimate way. Massages are performed in a professional manner in accordance with establish procedures. However, the entire experience itself can be romantic for the clients even though the massages are professional. Many day spas offer romantic couples experiences that include side by side massages, wine or Champaign, private steam rooms or saunas for just the two of you, a couples shower, etc. It is these extras that make the couples massage romantic, not the actual details of the massage. See the Lomi for Lovers Massage in Arizona for an example of a sensual and romantic experience in a fun, but highly professional, day spa.

See Valentine's Massage Gift Ideas for some romantic spa ideas for any occasion and make your next professional couples massage a romantic and intimate experience for both of you.

, Massage Therapy Examiner

Steve Ibach is a medical massage therapist and fitness consultant. He is nationally certified in therapeutic massage and owns a day spa in Scottsdale, AZ. You can contact Steve and read more about his background on his profile page.

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