Living Well

The holidays make for the hap-happiest season of all–the time to show your adoration for the women in your life. However, gift-giving can be a doozy when buying for the woman who has everything. So what present is best? Just call us Santa’s helpers because we have your gifting solutions. Read on for our top […]

Your wellness traveler friends. They’re the ones you seek out for advice on topics like spa, fitness, nutrition, where to holiday—basically everything. So what to do when you need tips on what to gift said wellness friend? Turn to Spafinder, of course. We have you covered. Here are the top five holiday gift ideas for […]

Moms work 24/7, 365 days a year. Thus, gifting the perfect present is a must. After all, no one deserves it more. Snag these top five holiday gift ideas moms want (not to mention, need!).

The ugly Christmas sweater party is meant to be fun, silly and ridiculous. So it makes sense your gift for an ugly sweater party should make people laugh. Here are our top five gift holiday ideas that will bring a smile and be appreciated. First, a little ugly sweater history Legend has it that the […]

Schools are looking towards wellness practices to help improve their student’s overall mental and physical health. Here are a just a few of the programs, from yoga for kids to meditation instead of punishment.

Have you checked your calendar lately? The holidays are approaching! It’s time to shop for gifts, dust off your ugly Christmas sweater, and get hyped for the holiday office party. Which circles back to the gift giving—and what to buy if your workplace does some type of a gift exchange. Give the wrong present and […]

A sophisticated restaurant scene, classic architecture, lush gardens and an ample serving of Southern charm make up magical Atlanta, Georgia. Plus, Atlanta has fine shopping, abundant attractions, and a happening entertainment and nightlife scene. (It’s also affordable!) If you’re lucky enough to visit (or live in) this vibrant city, you’ll want to check out Atlanta’s […]

Let’s hear it for spa lovers! We are easy to give presents to because we all love the gift of spa. Of course, we think a Spafinder Gift Card is your best choice! (How did you guess?) And to help you make your gifting easy, we compiled this handy guide to the cost of various […]

Giving back is an essential part of wellbeing. And experts remind us that gratitude and giving back can play an important role in stress reduction.

This September 1st, discover wellness at the Greater Palm Springs. Mineral springs, lush backdrops, yoga classes and other wellness activities makes this a must see.

Sometimes it’s most challenging to find the best gifts for the special people you really love. (We’re talking moms, best girlfriends, husbands, wives, partners…) However, we’re guessing that our sister wellness enthusiasts love to give gifts that inspire health and beauty.  So we consulted our spa elves and created this list of the top five […]

It’s hard to escape the barrage of Black Friday ads. However, we think it’s even harder to escape all the tension that comes with shopping Black Friday sales. Relax: whether you’re family celebrates Christmas, Hanukkah or Kwanzaa, Spafinder has you covered. Here are our five favorite gifts that skip Black Friday stress and help your […]

Shopping for holiday gifts for the spa and wellness lovers in your life? The good news: there are zillions of possibilities, from gifts for the wellness-obsessed to those who like to try new ways to live healthier and happier. We skipped the expected (like yoga mats and robes) and came up with this list of […]

The holidays can be a magical or stressful time depending on how you celebrate–and what your family talks about at the dinner table. While there are some stressors you can’t control, too much food, sweets and alcohol need not be any of them. Plus, you can regulate how you react to family drama. Here is Spafinder’s toolkit […]

Alcohol is a welcome guest at many holiday celebrations, from champagne toasts to punch bowl favorites. And if you’re trying to eat (and drink) healthier, most liquor like tequila, vodka, gin, rum and whiskey contain no carbs or sugar. The trick is to understand which type of alcohol is better for your body–and to not overdo. […]

We all love Santa but we don’t want to end the year looking like him. Most studies show that people only gain about a pound and a half during the season[1], despite it feeling like we gain fifty. Happily, there are plenty of ways to prevent that jingle belly (aka holiday weight gain) before it […]

’Tis the season…for proposals. Bring on the wedding bells and get out the tissues. December is the most popular time of the year to get engaged, says Brides 2018 American Wedding Study. So, soon-to-be-newlyweds, congrats! Now that you’ve said yes, but before the walk down the aisle, what happens? For starters, we suggest creating a […]

When it comes to holiday dinner, the main dish—say, the turkey, the ham, etc.—usually takes center stage. But let’s be honest: Who doesn’t love those holiday side dishes? We’ve rounded up three of our favorite recipes from the Spafinder archives. Some make a healthy side; some are a bit more indulgent. All are yummy! Happy […]

Very merry cheers to the 2019 holiday season! This year, it’s time to dress up classic Christmas/Hanukkah/New Year’s Eve cocktails with traditional Caribbean holiday drinks from the likes of the Dominican Republic, Jamaica, Puerto Rico and more. Raise your glass, readers, to holiday cocktail blends with a Caribbean twist. Ponche de Rum, anyone? Cayman Islands […]