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SpaFinder is pleased to announce four new getaway spa properties added to its network this week. Circle the globe and check out these overnight hotspots for your next vacation destination or rejuvenating spa retreat.

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.

When I arrived at the Richmond Hotel Sapanca, I was immediately struck by the dramatic architecture, the stunning open lobby atrium with striking artwork of water bubbles on the ceiling, and a spectacular view of the lake. But the “wow factor” did not stop there. This destination spa, also known as Richmond Nua Wellness — the only one in Turkey – has an extraordinary range of treatments and water experiences.

SpaFinder is pleased to announce two new getaway spa properties added to its portfolio this week. Circle the globe and check out these overnight hotspots for your next vacation destination or rejuvenating spa retreat.

It is not just experience and relaxation that concerns The Park Hotel Kenmare, it is also their priority to satisfy customers in a time of crisis and confusion. Because of the disruption to travelers caused by the eruption of Eyjafjallajökull in Iceland last month, many hotels have gone out of their way to accommodate customers, and The Park Hotel Kenmare is no exception. The resort has generously extended an offer to their customers that will a help those whose travel plans were thrown for a loop by the ash. Click here if your Ireland adventure was affected by Icelandic ash.

Every week several new spas join our network, bringing you ever-growing options when it comes to your spa experience. We would like to welcome four new west-coast spas to the SpaFinder family…

Ah, the great outdoors! Now that spring has sprung, what better time is there to go hiking? Here are the 2009 Readers’ Choice picks for the best spa hiking getaways. From the Southwest to the Northeast, enjoying nature while getting a rigorous workout can be the perfect path to fitness or a great supplement to a spa treatment. Take a hike at some of these top spas.

Mandarin Oriental is making its mark on SpaFinder, with a plethora of new international properties joining the getaway spa partner program. Acclaimed for its luxury and sophistication, the Mandarin Oriental brand is also renowned for the Spas at Mandarin Oriental, which offer guests a holistic menu that combines ancient Asian healing rituals with contemporary Western techniques.

With St. Paddy’s Day just around the bend, SpaFinder has assembled a list of some of our favorite spa resorts in Ireland. Whether your traditions for the national holiday of Ireland revolve around parades, green beer, or corned beef and cabbage, you may consider a new custom: spa-ing. And the tourism board of Ireland is serious about promoting its spa and wellness offerings, with a entire webpage dedicated to just that.

SpaFinder Deal Days is halfway through! If you haven’t yet taken advantage of this week of wellness promotion – $50 spa treatments at spas across the country – well then, what are you waiting for? Deal Days ends this Sunday, March 14.

Get set to get away from the stress of everyday life and be pampered—select getaway spa resorts across the country are catering to the spa-going crowd with SpaFinder’s Deal Days promotion, March 8-14. From the Cornelia Signature Essence Facial at Eauspa by Cornelia at The Ritz-Carlton Palm Beach to the Essentials Massage at Spa Mirbeau at Mirbeau Inn & Spa, guests have a selection of 50-minute spa services—for just $50!—at these luxury properties.

SpaFinder Deals Days has begun! And the Washington Metropolitan Area is one of the hottest regions for $50 spa treatments. There are literally dozens of spas to choose from – from Annapolis, MD to Vienna, VA – that are participating in this spa-tacular event for spa-lovers.

We’re excited to introduce the SpaFinder iPhone app, which finally puts SpaFinder’s leading directory of spas at your own fingertips.  Using our comprehensive database, this app can help you find the best spa treatments and exclusive SpaFinder deals wherever you are (literally). Not only will this app help you find spas nearby and read our […]

In honor of the holiday for those in love, SpaFinder and its panel of experts are sharing some of their top picks for weekend spa getaways that celebrate the one you adore. As spas increasingly continue to offer treatments and amenities that cater to couples, these properties take Valentine’s Day to heart, with side-by-side services, starlit dinners, and special romance packages.

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What could make your ski vacation more delightful than being able to step right outside your door onto the slope? These ski-in/ski-out resorts boast some of the best ski terrains around the globe, and extensive activities menus offer plenty to do après ski. There are full-service spas to go to, nightcaps in comfy lounges to […]

My trip to Istanbul last September was whirlwind. Two and a half days, myriad hotel tours, and one trip to the hammam. What exactly is a hammam you ask? Think part serenity… part surprise… and brand new skin!

Spa-goers around the world trek to properties in Latin America for the amazing food, championship golf courses and wellness experiences set in exquisite ecological landscapes. From Argentina, Brazil, Colombia, Costa Rica, Ecuador, and Peru – the extraordinary SpaFinder spas in these countries let visitors immerse themselves in the natural surroundings of volcanoes, tropical rain forests, hot springs, Caribbean beachfront and more. Check out HOT SPOTS & DEALS IN SOUTH AMERICA.

Traditionally, the thing to do after hitting the slopes was always sit around a cozy fire with pals, drinking hot cocoa or noshing on bread bowl of chili. The trend now is spa après-ski. You stay cozy and comfy, but instead slip on your spa robe and relax those tired muscles at the spa. Check out the new TOP 10 SKI SPAS below plus great winter specials.

Many people think of Thanksgiving as a time to gorge yourself silly on the caloric, decadence of holiday fare. Well, it doesn’t have to be! This year, why not escape nearby to a spa? Many spas offer guests healthy and delicious menus for Thanksgiving – and special holiday packages.