POV: You find yourself in the middle of a world-class European capital with a long day of travel ahead. How about a short midday break to indulge in an ancient » Read More
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July 12, 2024
Any day on a boat is a good day, but a massage at sea makes life even more rewarding! I recently experienced two body treatments at Holland America Line’s Greenhouse » Read More
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November 1, 2023
Crisp, cooler weather is definitely in the air and with that, we’re all about finding relaxing indoor activities to help warm the soul. Miraj Hammam Spa, the first hammam to » Read More
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April 3, 2023
Tucked away at the back of the Estancia Hotel and Spa is the charming Spa at Estancia. The beautifully manicured hotel grounds lead me to the 7,000-square-foot spa that includes » Read More
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January 3, 2023
With a sea day between Aruba and the Dominican Republic, we decided that a hot stone massage was in order. Located on deck 9, adjacent to the fitness center, Greenhouse » Read More
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November 22, 2018
On the final day of my week-long stay at newly-opened Planet Hollywood Costa Rica, it’s time to get a spa afternoon in before leaving the lush, tropical breezes and warmth » Read More
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February 23, 2018
Relax, rejuvenate and pamper yourself at Thermëa by Nordik Spa-Nature, just a 20-minute drive from downtown Winnipeg. This is the ultimate escape from a busy lifestyle. The spa is meant to » Read More
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February 16, 2018
One of the most popular – and peculiar – treatments available at Secrets Silversands Spa by Pevonia is a Fish Pedicure. The session begins with a brief warm foot soak » Read More
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April 22, 2016
Perusing the list of The Spa at Fairmont Grand Del Mar’s treatments online, it’s hard choosing from the list of relaxing, luxurious treatments, from a Vichy body exfoliation to a » Read More
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February 17, 2014
One of my recent Vancouver spa discoveries is 4 Angels Beauty Care on Burrard Street. I took an extended lunch hour and booked a Valentine’s Day afternoon session of two » Read More
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December 3, 2012
Unwinding on the stormy Oregon coastal town of Astoria means diving into a good read, watching the ships pass along the Columbia River, heading into a local coffee house or » Read More
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November 27, 2012
Visiting Elements by the Sea spa was a matter of a few flights of steps down from my room followed by a short walk to the Hallmark Resort lobby elevator. » Read More
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May 29, 2012
Royal Feet Reflexology is a Vancouver wellness centre focusing on healthcare, therapy, and relaxation. They specialize in reflexology (foot massage), acupressure (Chinese style body massage), and sports injury-related acupuncture. And » Read More
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October 11, 2011
To get our long Thanksgiving weekend off to a relaxing start, we visited Scandinave Spa last Friday. This eco-conscious spa facility (opened in February 2010) features a Eucalyptus steam bath, » Read More