# Beauty-Enhancing Boats The Bota Bota Ferry Spa Takes Foot Rubs to the High Seas By Alex Scott | Published 2011-01-23 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bota-bota-ferry-spa References: [bornrich.org](http://www.bornrich.org/entry/bota-bota-former-ferry-turned-luxury-floating-spa/) & [botabota](http://www.botabota.ca/) Docked at Montreal's Old Port on the St. Lawrence River, the [Bota Bota](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bota-bottle) ferry spa is the first ever of its kind to be established on shaky grounds -- or should I say *wavy* grounds. Bought by two sisters back in 2008, this tour ferry has been transformed into a top-of-the-line beauty treatment center. Featuring all of the amenities, from a [seaweed wrap to massages](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hot-stone-massage), pedis and manis, an open-air whirlpool and a cocktail bar, the Bota Bota ferry spa offers a most unique guest experience. Visitors can enjoy a spectacular panoramic view of the city while getting the best pampering in town. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.0/10 - Popularity: 49% | Activity: 94% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Customization](https://www.trendhunter.com/customization) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Floating Spas:** Innovative floating spas offering unique beauty and wellness experiences on water. - **Maritime Beauty Treatments:** Beauty treatments and spas offered on boats and ships, combining luxury and relaxation. - **Water-based Retreats:** Developing retreats and wellness centers that float on water to offer a unique and serene experience. ### Who This Affects Most - **Hospitality:** Hotels and resorts can incorporate water-based spas and retreats to offer unique experiences to guests. - **Transportation:** Boat and cruise companies can combine transportation and beauty treatments to offer luxurious travel experiences. - **Wellness:** Wellness centers and retreats can offer water-based treatments to attract clients looking for unique and serene experiences. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Hot Tub Boats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spacruzzi.md) - [Sight-Seeing Hot Tubs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chicago-electric-boat-company.md) - [Summer Pop-Up Spas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/summer-popup-spa.md) - [Ocean-Centric Portable Jacuzzis](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spacuzzi.md) - [Mobile Spa Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mobile-spa.md) - [Seaside Resort Spas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oceanstone-resort.md) - [Seasonal Branded Spa Services](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/seasonal-wellness-package.md) - [Cruise Wellness Retreats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wellness-at-sea-program.md) - [Open-Air Medi-Spa Services](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/medical-beauty-bar.md)