It’s official: stressful reading days will soon replace the crisp, carefree days of fall. Luckily we’ve found something to take the edge off. How can you avoid a mid-study freak out? Escape to Rescue Spa in the heart of Rittenhouse.

Rescue is brightening up our reading days with their holiday specials all ringing in at the discounted, yet still pricey, $100. Our favorites, the Swedish Massage and Perfect 10 Manicure, are an ideal way to sit back, relax and enjoy a head to toe rub down (literally). While waiting for the high class treatment, Rescue provides customers with its signature white plush robes, but the highlight is sure to be the complimentary cucumber-mint infused water. The tranquil ambiance reminds you that there is, in fact, a world beyond finals.

Known for its luxury skin care techniques, Rescue is also offering seasonal specials combining facials (for both men and women) and body wraps. Sure, it's expensive, but think of it as an early holiday present to yourself or the monetary equivalent of an extravagant night on the town. The attentive and personalized service, while typical of most spas around town, is a worthy splurge.

While trying to ride out the last few weeks of all-nighters, rescue and reward your mind, body and soul (and hopefully even your grades, though we offer no guarantees there) with some m & m: massage and manicure.