Living Well
Computer Nerds: Reboot at L.A.’s Burke Williams
If you can tear yourself away from your computer for long enough, head to the spa and try this treatment out yourself!
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Beauty
A Relaxing Opportunity for Los Angeles’ Out of Work
For many Americans, this year has been tough. The job market is still not what it used to be and unfortunately many remain out of work. On January 23, OLEHENRIKSEN FACE/BODY SPA in Los Angeles, California, is dedicating the entire day to treating 100 randomly selected people who have lost their jobs.
Beauty
Medical Spa Month: The Low Down on Tickle Lipo
What is Tickle Lipo? Well it doesn’t have anything to do with being tickled; this vibrational liposuction process, also known as Nutational Infrasonic Liposuction or N.I.L., employs an air pressure method that removes fat safely, efficiently and with less trauma to the body than other liposuction options.
Travel & Play
Spotlight on the L.A. Spa Scene
Hollywood, the Lakers, Rodeo Drive, and the beach scene…the Los Angeles area is famous for these and more, and the city is receiving rave reviews as an international spa celebrity as well. This hip city practically requires a relaxed, laidback vibe, and in a place that counts movie stars among its population, an attractive appearance is essential. With its diverse offering of spa retreats, you’re sure to find an L.A. spa that you’ll give four stars.
Relationships
Top Spas for Bridal/Bachelorette Getaways
Bringing your bridesmaids and best friends together for one final fling before tying the knot has long been a beloved tradition. Ahead of your walk down the aisle, celebrate your upcoming nuptials with a trip to some of these top spas for bridal party/bachelorette getaways.
Fitness
Giving “Hot Yoga” a Whole New Meaning… Naked Yoga Gains Popularity
If you’ve ever felt even mildly embarrassed with your butt in the air as you move into downward facing dog, then this new trend in yoga practice is probably not for you. However, if you’re a yoga-pro and don’t have a shy bone in your flexible body, then perhaps we can interest you in yoga’s new trend: nudity.
Beauty
Spa Like a Celeb, at a Fraction of The Price!
SpaFinder has teamed up with People Magazine’s very popular new sister publication, StyleWatch to bring you awesome savings at two spas that celebrities love. Whether you’re on the east-coast or the west-coast you can treat your skin the way stars treat theirs, with some of the best luxury skincare treatments and products.
Living Well
The Olympic Closing Ceremonies Raise Thoughts on China’s Growing Spa Industry
The Olympic’s Closing Ceremony Raise Thoughts on China’s Growing Spa Industry By Susie Ellis, SpaFinder Insider The blog post I wrote for today about my weekend at Winvian will have to wait and be posted tomorrow. It seems quite unimportant now as I think about the conclusion of the summer Olympics in China which came
Living Well
Wii Shoulder Treatment on Spa Menus to join Blackberry Thumb Massage at Spas?
I felt really ‘out of it.’ Sitting at lunch with my niece Christa (17), my brother Rolf (49), his girlfriend Stacey (40), my step-daughter Courtney (30), and her girlfriend, Tana (28ish). They are all talking about the Wii and in particular the Wii Fit and how much they love, love, love it! It’s fun, they
Living Well
Russian Spa Industry Emerging
My thanks to Marina Kuchurkina who took an eight-hour train ride from Moscow to St. Petersburg to give me a spa tour and teach me about the spa industry in Russia. Even though her English is very good, she arranged for an interpreter so that we could communicate flawlessly. Over cappuccino at the Grand Hotel