wellness

Los Cabos in Baja California is a stunning natural setting and a hot spot for spas that feature spiritual and indigenous treatments including one of the only thalassotherapy spas in North America.

Set amidst the sea, mountains, and expansive desert at the southernmost tip of the Baja Peninsula, is beautiful Los Cabos in Baja California. This stunning natural setting is also a hot spot for spas that feature spiritual and indigenous treatments, super-exclusive spas favored by Hollywood jetsetters, and eclectic, holistic, and luxurious spas, including one of the only thalassotherapy spas in North America.

We all know a good massage usually makes you more relaxed and does wonders for your body, but does it really affect what’s going on inside your body? According to a group of researchers who recently conducted a study to find out, yes. Massage therapy is a multi–billion dollar industry in the United States with […]

It’s a given in college that you’re probably going to be broke, but spas participating in SpaFinder Deal Days, the Wellness Week™ are offering discounts for so low, even a student can afford them! Get away from the books and hit the spa instead. These spas in your college town are offering deals at $50 prices or 50% off during the week of September 20-26th. Hurry now and register – spa-time sure beats a day of studying!

Question:

My wife and I are looking for a spa in the southeastern U.S. similar to Rancho La Puerta for fitness, spa activities, and wellness.”

The Biggest Loser fans have the chance to learn from season four winners and brothers Bill and Jim Germanakos at a special retreat hosted by the Sedona Rouge Hotel and Spa.

Readers’ Choice winner in the “best for weight loss, fitness program, and cuisine” categories are just some of the accolades garnered by Cal-a-Vie Health Spa, and it’s easy to see why. Located 40 miles north of San Diego, this destination spa backs up its awards with personalized service and customized, all-inclusive programs of fitness, nutrition, and spa treatments.

I received a link to the commencement speech given  to the graduating class at Stanford’s School of Medicine last week.  The link was sent to me by Dr. Ken Pelletier, one of the popular keynote speakers at this year’s Global Spa Summit in Istanbul, who “gets it” about the value of spas to medicine.  The graduation remarks were […]

I love the challenge of helping people find a place that meets all of their unique requests. It gives me a chance to use the neat filter feature on the SpaFinder website. I know I may a bit unusual in that I find filtering fun – it kind of reminds me of a slot machine where things are whirling and then all of a sudden it stops – and you have your answer.

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.

No plans for the holiday weekend? Two words: spa staycation. Grab your honey, your best friend, or go solo to a getaway spa that’s in short distance from home. Relax with a massage treatment or get reenergized on a scenic hike. Long weekends were made for spa. Find spas in your area and look for last-minute deals.

The name of this massage comes from the Japanese word Shi (“finger”) and refers to the fact that it relies on slow, steady pressure rather than flowing strokes. Besides the fingers, the therapist may use her palms, elbows, knees and feet. At many spas, shiatsu is done on a floor mat and you wear loose clothes. No oil is used. If you do undress, the therapist usually keeps a sheet between her hands and your body the entire time. Classical Japanese shiatsu actually has more in common with Western massage than traditional Oriental medicine as it works primarily on the muscles and connective tissues, not chi (energy) and meridians (energy pathways).

SpaFinder is passionate about bringing awareness to the dangers of melanoma and how easily preventable it can be with the right amount of care. Keeping an eye on moles and freckles can have a huge impact on preventing the spread of melanomas, a huge advantage as once the cancers spread they become increasingly difficult to treat.

The reviews are in for the new SpaFinder iPhone app, and it seems that you share our excitement about the spa industry’s first app!  Using SpaFinder’s comprehensive database of over 5000 spas around the world is easier than ever in this Free app. But you don’t have to take our word for it – here […]

Did you know that, according to a recent study, most Americans are sleep deprived? Sleep shortage could wreak havoc on your health (and appearance). If you’re one of the sleep-deprived, you’re not alone.

Dr. Andrew Weil and Spas: SpaFinder Visionary Award A couple of nights ago it was our privilege to hand Dr. Andrew Weil SpaFinder’s 2009 Visionary Award. Our Visionary Award goes to one person each year who has made a huge contribution to the field of spa and wellness. (Previous recipients include Dr. Deepak Chopra, Dr. […]

Spas, Wellness and Medical Tourism…Observations from a Medical Student in Europe by Susie EllisSpaFinder Insider My niece from Germany (yes….the third niece this summer) is visiting at the moment and we had a very interesting discussion last evening. Charlotte is a medical student in Germany who will be graduating next year before starting her residency. […]

As I was boarding my American Airlines flight from New York to San Francisco there was a young woman handing out free Internet cards to anyone who wanted one. I immediately realized that this must be one of those flights where you can connect to the Internet while in flight. I knew that some airlines […]

I am behind on my blogging, with several topics piling up. I think it is the same problem everyone is facing…lots to do, limited time and feeling extra pressure because of the current focus on economic challenges. So I thought I would try something new: A short recap of four topics (that could each be […]

Qua Baths & Spa: a Las Vegas Day Spa or Stay Spa at Caeser’s Palace Featuring Unique Spa Treatmentsby Susie Ellis From the Qua Baths & Spa menu at Caesar’s Palace: Bath Liqueur, Sleep Health, Hypnosis for Wellness, Raindrop Therapy (registered), Morning Dew, Banana Leaf Body Wrap (with incense), Dilo Wrap (oil from Fiji), Volcanic […]