Sure, re-posting both of my recent ones:
About two weeks ago:
I am pleased to report that I have had a chance to go with a charming companion and my return to Rio's has been a surprisingly positive experience.
The ladies behind the bar are lovely and it seems that the removal of the requirement to be topless has been a brilliant idea (I never understood this because the male staff members used to walk around fully clothed, if they would have been half naked then fair enough so the update is great in my opinion).
They accepted cash and cards, same £1 coin needed for the locker. The layout has been changed and the whole look simplified with lots of white, giving a stronger impression of modern and bright spa.
It seems the biscuits are gone Not sure about the tea as I only needed water but I checked and it is possible to bring some light drinks and food to be kept in the fridge behind the bar - the same as before.
It might have been related to the fact that I was not alone but no one harrassed me - I can only hope that this commendable behaviour continues because relaxed and friendly atmosphere like this made it very pleasant, positive and encouraging to come back, whether with company or on my own.
I did notice a man who seemed about to start talking at me while I was in the middle of sorting my things but he appeared to think better of it which was a relief.
All I can write is thank you, gentlemen for the self-restraint and for showing relaxed and accepting attitudes this Saturday afternoon.
I had a wonderful time and feel very encouraged and positive about Rio's now.
About one week ago:
After my first very successful visit when I had not been harrassed once (I did go with a companion but hoped that this had no influence), I went again with someone else with a much stronger confidence and now I am left with ambivalent feelings again as I had been assaulted. Technically assaulted, that is - the perp did not cause me physical pain as such.
All seemed fine until then, I noticed some staring but nothing too obtrusive. We went to sauna and I stretched myself on the top level while my companion sat on the other side. I hid my face in my hands to protect from the heat as usual. Someone started offering a massage but I did not react as I felt safe with my companion being present and did not wish to deal with it. It is not as if I was making eye contact with anyone so maybe they were offering it to each other
Then someone came in and started talking some nonsence like "I don't know what you've been eating, but damn" - something rude and moronic like that. I could not help but realise that it was directed to me and it made me feel uncomfortable but did not want to deal with it so did not move. Then silence. Then, not much later afterwards (no idea if this was the same man) I felt a hand on my naked bottom (!!!). I literally went berserk, I was so upset. I jumped saying what the actual fuck, hit him as well and said I will report him. My companion was calm but he stood and was saying this is not OK. The guy next to the perp started saying that it was an accident, perp started repeating the same. I hesitated and asked my companion who shook his head at this and said no. So I went post haste to the bar and got the manager.
My hands were actually shaking. The manager dealt with them and perp was thrown out, his friend had a chance to take a shower before leaving and my companion comforted me with a hug. The manager told me how they tried to lie but he was having none of it and said I could have gone to the police.
I did feel better being supported and believed. It nearly ruin our visit but the couples time was just coming up and I started feeling more comfortable again and had a nice time for the rest of it.
But again now I am wary of going on my own. It is hard not to feel intimidated and threatened.
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Such a shame you had a bad experience . He should at least have asked . I’ve only been once & that was a good few years ago . I liked the outdoor area where you could sun bathe . Never had an opportunity to return as I’m in Lancashire |
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