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Travel & Play

Getaway Spas Get in on Deal Days

SpaFinder Deal Days, the Wellness Week™ isn’t just for the day spas in your area – dozens of getaway spas at hotels and resorts are joining the excitement too! Get away from the stresses of everyday life, and reward yourself with a visit to one (or two, or three, or more!) of the getaway spas listed below. Plan an overnight stay, or just indulge for a few hours. Some of these properties encourage access to hotel/resort amenities—be sure to check with each spa—so after a spa treatment, you can spend the day lounging by the pool, exercising in the fitness center, or enjoying a tasty lunch!

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Recipes

Sumptuous Salmon at Sanctuary

Sanctuary on Camelback Mountain Resort and Spa is a gorgeous getaway destination in the aptly named Paradise Valley, Arizona. Situated on the north slope of Camelback Mountain, the property provides guests with fabulous panoramic views of the desert. The breathtaking views are rivaled only by the remarkable, fresh and local cuisine at Elements, the resort’s restaurant. The farm-fresh American cuisine is highlighted with Asian flavors, like this sumptuous Bamboo Steamed Salmon with sweet Asian Glaze. Bring a little bit of Sanctuary to your kitchen and try this great spa recipe!

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Editors' Picks

Falling in Love with CastaDiva

Just less than an hour north of Milan lies a stunning, historically rich, brand-new luxury resort and spa that played host to my recent whirlwind weekend adventure in early June. CastaDiva Resort is named for the famous opera soprano Giuditta Pasta (who was composer Bellini’s muse) and is located in Lake Como, Italy, a magical summer playground for great artists, celebrities, international soccer stars, and often lovingly nicknamed “Lake Clooney” for being home to debonair every-ladies man actor George Clooney. (Yes, I snuck a peek at his villa during a lake tour!)

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