A True Oasis ~ Two Bunch Palms

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A True Oasis ~ Two Bunch Palms

I'm floating. My eyes open, then close... above me the leaves of palm trees sway in the wind against a calm deep blue sky... casting shadows with the sunlight. Read More

A Taste for the Ocean ~ The Inn at Langley

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A Taste for the Ocean ~ The Inn at Langley

The award-winning Inn at Langley is set amidst the fresh ocean air and scenic splendor of the Pacific Northwest, perched on the shoreline of... Read More

Southern Charm ~ Old Edwards Inn and Spa

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Southern Charm ~ Old Edwards Inn and Spa

Nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains is the European style retreat Old Edwards Inn & Spa... Read More

Ultra-rejuvenation ~ Four Seasons Hotel Seattle

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Ultra-rejuvenation ~ Four Seasons Hotel Seattle

Facials are a passion of mine, and as I get older, I appreciate excellent results... Read More

Breathe Deep ~ eforea: spa at Hilton, Hilton Sedona

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Breathe Deep ~ eforea: spa at Hilton, Hilton Sedona

This was my first trip to the stunning country of Sedona, Arizona... Read More

Bear Mountain Luxury ~ Sante Spa Victoria

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Bear Mountain Luxury ~ Sante Spa Victoria

I feel myself fully resurface during a divine head massage... Read More

A Retreat For The Body & Mind ~ Suncadia Resort

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A Retreat For The Body & Mind ~ Suncadia Resort

A perfect way to dream away what happened to be a rainy day... Read More

A Healthy Taste of Texas ~ Lake Austin Spa Resort

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A Healthy Taste of Texas ~ Lake Austin Spa Resort

Make some time for relaxing in or by the water—whether in a hammock... Read More

Paradise Found ~ Chi, The Spa at Shangri-La Vancouver

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Paradise Found ~ Chi, The Spa at Shangri-La Vancouver

On the fifth floor of the slender, elegant high-rise housing the hotel, Chi, The Spa represents a sanctuary within a sanctuary... Read More

Victoria’s Serene Sanctuary

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Victoria’s Serene Sanctuary

A relaxing sanctuary one is retreating to in the hope of emerging restored and renewed... Read More

Different Kind of Turkish Delight ~ Gaia Spa, Istanbul

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Different Kind of Turkish Delight ~ Gaia Spa, Istanbul

After several days wandering through the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sofia and the famous Grand Bazaar... Read More

(Oscar) Wilde on... San Francisco's Four Seasons' Spa

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(Oscar) Wilde on... San Francisco's Four Seasons' Spa

"It is an odd thing, but every one who disappears is said to be seen at San Francisco. It must be a delightful city, and possess..." Read More

Serenity in the City,  ESPA at The Ritz-Carlton Moscow

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Serenity in the City, ESPA at The Ritz-Carlton Moscow

Staff are well trained so there is no challenge for guests who do not speak Russian... Read More

Natural Wonder ~ Spa at The Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise

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Natural Wonder ~ Spa at The Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise

Canoes dot the surface of the lake all day long with more visitors strolling... Read More

Desert Oasis ~ Agave, The Arizona Spa, Westin Kierland

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Desert Oasis ~ Agave, The Arizona Spa, Westin Kierland

The indigenous agave plant is the inspiration for the spa... Read More

Cayman Luxe: Silver Rain Spa, Ritz-Carlton, Grand Cayman

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Cayman Luxe: Silver Rain Spa, Ritz-Carlton, Grand Cayman

Water is everywhere evident in the design—from the silvery walls (reminiscent of capiz shells)... Read More

Picture Perfect ~ Fairmont Pacific Rim, Willow Stream Spa

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Picture Perfect ~ Fairmont Pacific Rim, Willow Stream Spa

Perched on the edge of the waterfront and glimpses of the North Shore Mountains, the hotel is... Read More

Cheers to Vinotherapy ~ 29 Spa at the Mansion at Peachtree

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Cheers to Vinotherapy ~ 29 Spa at the Mansion at Peachtree

Mondavi decided to create her own signature line and designed this beautiful, luxurious spa... Read More

An Exceptional Spa Experience ~ Aru Spa and Salon

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An Exceptional Spa Experience ~ Aru Spa and Salon

it’s the perfect spot to recline and sample Aru’s signature chilled Raspberry Green Tea... Read More

Mountain Spa ~ Fairmont Banff Springs, Willow Stream Spa

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Mountain Spa ~ Fairmont Banff Springs, Willow Stream Spa

Standing only a few feet away on the main driveway was a large bull elk... Read More

Mexican Paradise ~ Ceiba Del Mar Beach & Spa Resort

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Mexican Paradise ~ Ceiba Del Mar Beach & Spa Resort

I’d sip coffee and watch the sunrise before taking a morning dip in the ocean... Read More

LA Wellness ~ Four Seasons Westlake Village

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LA Wellness ~ Four Seasons Westlake Village

Guests have the chance to cook a gourmet, healthy meal while being assisted by leading chefs... Read More

Friends Celebrate Wellness ~ Canyon Ranch Tucson

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Friends Celebrate Wellness ~ Canyon Ranch Tucson

Even a few days at Canyon Ranch may empower you to... Read More

An Investment in Wellness ~ Rancho La Puerta

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An Investment in Wellness ~ Rancho La Puerta

Over the course of 60 years, Rancho La Puerta, just south of the U.S. border... Read More

Spa Texas Style ~ The Lake Austin Spa and Resort

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Spa Texas Style ~ The Lake Austin Spa and Resort

When asked about my visit to Lake Austin Spa, I love to share the details of... Read More

Going Thai in Vegas ~ WET, The Spa at TI

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Going Thai in Vegas ~ WET, The Spa at TI

This treatment isn’t for everybody, but it can be adapted to fit different levels of flexibility. Read More

Casting a Spell ~ The Spa at Camelback Inn

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Casting a Spell ~ The Spa at Camelback Inn

Staying here makes you feel like you are part of something... Read More

New World Comfort, Old World Charm - Secret Garden Spa

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New World Comfort, Old World Charm - Secret Garden Spa

With only four treatment rooms, the Secret Garden Spa is small in size, yet big in comfort... Read More

Spirit of Aloha ~ The Westin Maui’s Heavenly Spa

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Spirit of Aloha ~ The Westin Maui’s Heavenly Spa

The spa ensures every therapist has a full understanding of Hawaiian culture and the healing properties... Read More

Big Island Escape ~ Sheraton Keauhou Bay Resort & Spa

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Big Island Escape ~ Sheraton Keauhou Bay Resort & Spa

Set atop dramatic lava cliffs, this oceanfront resort is surrounded by lush grounds and overlooks... Read More

Healing Seaweed ~ Halele’a Spa, St. Regis Princeville Kauai

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Healing Seaweed ~ Halele’a Spa, St. Regis Princeville Kauai

The resort sits on the edge of a cliff overlooking the turquoise-blue waters... Read More

Experience Nature ~ WildSpring Guest Habitat

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Experience Nature ~ WildSpring Guest Habitat

While daytime is peaceful at WildSpring, it is the tranquility of the night that makes it magical... Read More

A Nourishing Getaway ~ Grotto Spa at Tigh-Na-Mara

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A Nourishing Getaway ~ Grotto Spa at Tigh-Na-Mara

We were pampered with Eminence Organic Skin Care products from Hungary, in a seven-step facial... Read More

Poolside Paradise ~ The Standard Miami Hotel & Spa

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Poolside Paradise ~ The Standard Miami Hotel & Spa

A sexy international destination with a cosmopolitan population, exotic climate and... Read More

Desert Living - Spirit Ridge Vineyard Resort

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Desert Living - Spirit Ridge Vineyard Resort

Perfectly manicured vines leading up to the all-encompassing resort that is Spirit Ridge... Read More

A West Coast Middle Eastern Escape ~ Miraj Hammam Spa

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A West Coast Middle Eastern Escape ~ Miraj Hammam Spa

Miraj’s musk and myrhh scented, soft lamp-lit interior beckons one behind an entryway... Read More

Costa Rica Dreaming, The Harmony Hotel & Spa

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Costa Rica Dreaming, The Harmony Hotel & Spa

Fit surfers as well as weekend wave warriors make up much of Harmony Hotel’s clientele and deep-tissue massage... Read More

Spa at the Island Hotel ~ Spa vs. Shopping

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Spa at the Island Hotel ~ Spa vs. Shopping

Opening the door instantly let the eucalyptus envelop me, and I felt my airways open up... Read More

Renewal in New Mexico ~ Ten Thousand Waves

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Renewal in New Mexico ~ Ten Thousand Waves

Nestled into the mountains just a few miles from Santa Fe, is a high-desert oasis that honors the tradition of a Japanese onsen (bathhouse)... Read More

My Lake Michigan ~ Spa Amira, The Homestead Resort

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My Lake Michigan ~ Spa Amira, The Homestead Resort

This newly founded gem, granting views of The Homestead’s mile-long stretch of sandy beach, creates for visitors a perfectly rounded escape. Read More

Lough Erne, Ireland - A Land of Lough and Legend

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Lough Erne, Ireland - A Land of Lough and Legend

The dreamchild of a local couple, Jim & Eileen Treacy, this new resort blends traditional all-Irish... Read More

Timeless Beauty – Aspira Spa at the Osthoff Resort

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Timeless Beauty – Aspira Spa at the Osthoff Resort

As the massage began I looked over and saw my sweetheart beaming, a happy and contented smile on his face... Read More

Dessert For The Skin ~ Spa Olakino, Waikiki

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Dessert For The Skin ~ Spa Olakino, Waikiki

Spa Olakino hovers over Waikiki Beach. The resting lounge is situated to take in the full view of the lagoon, Pacific Ocean and the Duke... Read More

Winter's Respite ~ The Grotto Spa at Tigh-Na-Mara

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Winter's Respite ~ The Grotto Spa at Tigh-Na-Mara

As I slip into the shallow body-temperature water, I feel the buoyant effect of the salts. Floating on my back I can faintly hear the piped-in celestial music... Read More

Spa with Character ~ Langdon Hall Country House

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Spa with Character ~ Langdon Hall Country House

It was a Tuesday evening when my mother and I first arrived at Langdon in anticipation of an unusual mid-week getaway... Read More

Caribbean Exclusivity ~ Sandy Lane, Barbados

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Caribbean Exclusivity ~ Sandy Lane, Barbados

I slept extremely well, and awoke with the dawn. I followed the resort's recommended three-kilometre run... Read More

Unpretentious Simplicity ~ Flowering Almond Spa

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Unpretentious Simplicity ~ Flowering Almond Spa

Having experienced an array of body treatments and massage techniques throughout my life, I was pleasantly surprised by the unpretentious simplicity... Read More

Urban Intimacy ~ The Spaahh at Hotel 1000, Seattle

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Urban Intimacy ~ The Spaahh at Hotel 1000, Seattle

As Zen-inducing as each guest room proves, what mercilessly beckons is Hotel 1000’s SPAAHH, a quiet retreat beneath the busy sidewalks... Read More

Journey to Sublimity ~ Spa Savanna

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Journey to Sublimity ~ Spa Savanna

Before our treatments began we spent some time visiting and relaxing in the Lalapanzi Lounge (lalapanzi is Zulu for “Lie down and rest”), where... Read More

An Oasis of Luxury ~ The Peninsula Beverly Hills

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An Oasis of Luxury ~ The Peninsula Beverly Hills

I was lathered in a rough herb mixture, and then covered and wrapped in Colorado Indian Spring colloidal mineral clay, and then, feeling like silk... Read More

Vintage Feet ~ 100 Fountain Spa

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Vintage Feet ~ 100 Fountain Spa

The Purple Feet Pedicure, which I can truly say is the most sinful experience I've had with a Cabernet even though I was drinking a fine Gamay Noir at the time. Read More

My Dirty Weekend ~ Ste. Anne's Spa

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My Dirty Weekend ~ Ste. Anne's Spa

That's what spa-ing over a weekend at Ste. Anne's is all about: becoming submerged in nurturance and warmth... Read More

Spa Rockies Style ~ Dunton Hot Springs

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Spa Rockies Style ~ Dunton Hot Springs

Discover the authentic charm, beauty and elegance of the delicately renovated Ghost Town nestled deep in the Rocky Mountains Read More

A Journey to the Edge ~ The Wickaninnish Inn

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A Journey to the Edge ~ The Wickaninnish Inn

A three-hours's drive due west of Nanaimo (on the island's eastern coast), Tofino is a rustic coastal town that hosts surfers, celebrities and 'recreationados' alike. Read More

A Bliss Experience ~ W San Francisco, Bliss Spa

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A Bliss Experience ~ W San Francisco, Bliss Spa

A warm and inviting space, with its soft light and surprising mix of classic and contemporary Jazz, the likes of Dinah Washington & Diana Krall and soothing R & B like Luther Vandross... Read More

Indulge in Tradition: Lomi Lomi Massage, ANARA Spa

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Indulge in Tradition: Lomi Lomi Massage, ANARA Spa

Simply being on the island of Kauai prompts relaxation and serenity. The lush surroundings, waterfalls, beaches and natural aromatherapy creates... Read More

Rock n' Rain ~ Bonneville Hot Springs Resort & Spa

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Rock n' Rain ~ Bonneville Hot Springs Resort & Spa

Nestled in the shadow of the dramatic Columbia River Gorge, dividing the states of Oregon & Washington, lies the charming Bonneville Hot Springs... Read More

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