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The Pioneer Spas: Golden Door
In 1958 Deborah Szekely, founder of the first destination spa, Rancho La Puerta, opened the pioneering Golden Door in Escondido, California.
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The Pioneer Spas: Spa Eastman Health & Wellness Retreat
The internationally beloved Spa Eastman asserts, “We are not a hotel with a spa. We offer a global and authentic health spa retreat.” It’s an important distinction that makes Quebec’s Eastman one of our favorite spots in the Great White North to unwind and revive as we savor their healthy, delicious food, wonderful treatments and
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The Pioneer Spas: The Oaks at Ojai
For years we’ve been completely charmed by this down-to-earth, Southern California gem, located in the healthy-minded valley town of Ojai. The Oaks has been welcoming guests for over three decades with its top-notch nutritional and fitness programs and spa treatments. We also love how new habits are forged here—affordably.
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The Pioneers Spas: Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn & Spa
The award-winning Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn and Spa, with its geothermal hot springs, has been serving its loyal guests for years, and still maintains its place as the preeminent spa destination in the county.
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Travaasa/Austin: Experiential Texas
They say everything’s bigger in Texas – and that reigns true for the state’s spa and wellness offerings as well. See what Travaasa\Austin has to offer.
Travel & Play
Ask Susie: Getting Around a Solo Penalty
I’m a 39-year-old married male who loves to go to spas and get massages. However, my wife doesn’t like this. (I thought every woman would enjoy being pampered.) My wife, not so much. I have checked through SpaFinder and there are many places to go, based on double occupancy. Is there anywhere I can look
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Last Minute Summer Spa Travel Deals
The summer season is winding down, but that doesn’t mean the fun has to stop! Several resort spas across the country are offering end-of-the-summer travel deals so you can begin this fall refreshed and ready to go. Schedule a last-minute family vacation with Labor Day travel deals or squeeze in one more upcoming girlfriends getaway
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Ask Susie: Destination Spas
Just click the “Spa and Wellness” tab on the homepage and then select “Destination Spas” under the “Find Spa” tab.
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Eco-Leisure + Local Dining at Ritz-Carlton Orlando, Grande Lakes
The luxurious Ritz-Carlton Orlando, Grande Lakes offers a welcome respite for those looking to take a break from Mickey and Voldemort during their Orlando visit.
Nutrition
Ask Susie: A Gluten-free Getaway
Dear Susie, I am 66-years-old, single and I love to hike. I’m looking for a spa where I can learn gluten-free eating, lose weight, swim and play tennis. Any suggestions? -BB Hi BB, We mentioned a gluten-free week at Rancho la Puerta in our annual Trends Report (RLP also has great hiking!). Destination spas have,
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Caribbean’s Finest Spas in Turks and Caicos
Recent spa travels washed me up on the shores of the secret pleasure of the Caribbean: Turks and Caicos, comprising a chain of 40 islands in the British West Indies, including the developed Providenciales, home to the renowned Grace Bay, where my travel companion and I stayed. Popular with East Coasters in particular, Turks and
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Mandarin Oriental’s Stylish Parisian Spa Debut
The Mandarin Oriental, Paris has made its debut on the rue Saint-Honoré (close to the Louvre!), and we’ve snagged some much lauded details of its spectacular holistic spa. Think authentic Parisian experience fused with the luxury and serenity that epitomizes the Mandarin Oriental brand. A certain je ne sais quoi Interior designer Sybille de Margerie