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From hammams and rasul chambers to vitality pools and sound therapy, the spas of South Africa are as diverse as the culture.

From luxurious and historical to holistic and healing

From the vibrant colors to the cool crisp air, enjoy a fall foliage tour at these top spas in the northeast and northwest.

In celebration of Fashion’s Night Out we’ve rounded up some of the world’s most fashionable spas. From the Dior Institut in Paris to the Oscar de la Renta Beach Resort in Tortuga Bay, these 10 spas are definitely best dressed.

Equine therapy has long been a source of treatment for adults and children with addictions and cognitive disorders, but equine experiences can be beneficial to all of us. We’ve rounded up six spas that know the power of a little horse play.

We’ve got nudist spa resorts covered…and expose them here.

These spa resorts take root in a new and creative design.

Joan Lunden’s Camp Reveille is the perfect time to plan a getaway with old friends, reconnect with nature and remember how to laugh like a kid again.

These 10 spas have tapped into the growing tween spa trend and are offering up some specialty treatments just for the under-18 set. Ice cream pedicures anyone?

Hello Kitty is “all about sugar and spice and everything incredibly nice!” So it’s no surprise the world’s first-ever Hello Kitty Beauty Spa in Town Centre, Jumeirah, Dubai, is the ultimate pink destination for girls both young and old!

Hit the links where the president did. Play where Elizabeth Taylor played. Hide out where Al Capone hid. Check out our Top 10 Historic Hotels with Spas.

It’s not too difficult to find “wellness” everywhere in Aspen. The physical setting is breathtaking and just inhaling the extraordinary, fresh air can give you a renewed sense of vitality. Check out an insider’s look at the Spa at the Viceroy in Snowmass and Remède Spa at the St. Regis Aspen.

We surveyed the spa scene in this stunning place of rich energy, healing and relaxation − a picture perfect setting for a rejuvenating getaway.

3 hot new spas for the 2012 Summer Olympics

Nałęczów is a small town in the southeast region of Poland known for its authentic healing properties. The four natural springs (each of which has medically identified health benefits) and the lowered air pressure in the valley where it is located, all contribute to the health benefits. The town’s landscape combines natural woodlands and meadows with historic architecture and modern spa facilities, plus a meandering river that seems to weave through the contrast without any effort.

Thailand offers an incredible paradise for honeymooners and romantics, whether you’re an eco-conscious couple, an adventure-seeking duo or a spa-loving one.

Koh Samui, Thailand casts a spell on visitors, providing a nice mix of luxury and reasonably priced vacation spots to accommodate budgets of all sizes. It’s also home to some of Thailand’s finest spas.

Like New York, Shanghai is a fast-paced and well-cultured city where the concept of a New York Minute is nothing new. Our Food & Wellness Editor kept up with the pace by making her way through three Shanghai spas in one day.

Our travel editor thinks they make a splash!

Along with traditional spa treatments, Ecuador’s El Refugio is well known for its Baños de Cajon, a steam bath, which helps to relieve stress and relax muscles.