Previous Spa of the Month Articles
March 2008
The Lost Continent, Where Spa Guests are Swept Away
Mandara Spa Atlantis, Paradise Island, Bahamas
Legend has it that the lost continent of Atlantis, which disappeared beneath the waves in mythic times, thrived in the Bermuda Triangle region near the Bahamas. That lends credence to the location of this flagship resort of Kerzner International, just across a causeway from Grand Bahama on Paradise Island.
February 2008
A Seaside Sanctuary
SpaTerre at Grove Isle Hotel & Spa, Coconut Grove, FL
An island sanctuary just steps away from the pulsating energy of Miami seems impossible, but Grove Isle Hotel & Spa has successfully created just that. Nestled on a 20 acre palm fringed private island, Grove Isle is an oasis with calming sea views, 49 elegant guest rooms and Baleenmiami, an award-winning oceanfront restaurant. And to add to the bliss, in 2006 Grove Isle opened SpaTerre, an enticing spa with exotic and sophisticated treatments.
January 2008
Hawaiian Healing and the Aloha Spirit
The Maui Spa & Wellness Center, Boca Raton, FL
In the heart of historic east Boca Raton, just minutes from the Atlantic Ocean, lies the world-class Maui Spa & Wellness Center. This idyllic 7,000 square foot, tri-level Hawaiian themed destination spa and wellness sanctuary is dedicated to nourishing the mind, body and spirit through authentic Hawaiian wellness therapies and unique feng shui inspired design. Its goal is to create a new, positive sense of well-being that permeates from within.
December 2007
Ancient and Modern Combined
Qua Baths & Spa at Caesars Palace, Las Vegas, NV
Qua Baths & Spa at Caesars Palace, Las Vegas, NV
With water, water everywhere, the Qua Baths & Spa is a decadent relaxation hideaway fit for an emperor. Located along the heart of the renowned “strip,” a four-mile section of the Las Vegas Boulevard, rife with luxury hotels, glitzy casinos and premier resorts, Qua Baths & Spa is tucked within the newly built Augustus Tower at Caesars Palace. Qua Baths & Spa is a welcome, total sensory break from the pulsating, headache inducing lights and street corners littered with flashy, two-story sized TVs that is the Las Vegas street norm.
November 2007
Fairy Tale on the Lake
Auriga Spa, Velden, Austria
Turrets topped with winter snow icing beside a diamond glass lake nestled in the heights of the Austrian mountains of Carinthia … Sounds like a fairy tale? Indeed, as Auriga spa at Schloss Velden—Capella’s historic chateau hotel on Lake Woerth—is a fairy tale of luxurious proportions, set in an untouched area of outstanding beauty. And it’s no coincidence that the star Capella happens to be the brightest star in the constellation Auriga.
October 2007
Moss Spa & Yoga
Cold Spring Harbor, NY
Located in the historic and picturesque town of Cold Spring Harbor, New York, is a spa with soul— a place of exceptional warmth and hospitality, where cutting edge spa treatments are combined with yoga and healing arts to beautify from the inside out.
September 2007
Iatria Spa and Health Center
Raleigh, NC
While Iatria provides spa packages, massages and facials, its focus is elsewhere. Says Mangrum, “We are in the business of helping people find relief from the stress in their lives.”
August 2007
Pura Vida USA – The Mountain of Youth
Dahlonega, Georgia
Solace, rejuvenation and reconnection await seekers at Pura Vida USA in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, the oldest mountain range in the world.
July 2007
The Sedona Rouge Spa
Sedona, AZ
To enter the Sedona Rouge Spa is to enter a place of sophistication where authentic style and architectural design is worthy of its setting in one of the world’s enchanted places. Paying tribute to the desert architecture of North Africa and the sophistication of Spanish Mediterranean design, Sedona Rouge is unlike any other American Southwest lodging.
June 2007
Townhouse Spa
New York, NY
Townhouse is the perfect place to socialize in a quiet, serene setting. New Yorkers who enjoyed lingering at the spa during the evening hours inspired the new spa-as-lounge concept. Offering new exclusive spa treatments from celebrity stylists and skin care collections, Townhouse encompasses three floors: one for men, one for women and one to shop, mingle and dine.
May 2007
The Grove Park Inn Resort & Spa
Asheville, NC
In mellow and artsy Asheville, NC, near the crest of Sunset Mountain on a graceful drive that curves through hardwoods and longleaf pines, the majestic stone buildings of The Grove Park Inn Resort & Spa nestle into the mountainside as though they sprouted there organically.
April 2007
Ananda Spa
Narendra Nagar, Uttaranchal, India
March 2007
The Marbella Club Thalasso Spa
Malaga, Spain
A fabled getaway for movie stars, royalty and jet-setters for more than 50 years, The Marbella Club Hotel • Golf Resort & Spa on Spain’s glittering Mediterranean Costa del Sol is an Old World treasure with a five-star status.
February 2007
The Ritz-Carlton Spa
Key Biscayne, FL
Tucked away on a secluded, paradisal Grand Bay island of Key Biscayne, FL, The Ritz-Carlton Spa, Key Biscayne, FL is an exclusive island sanctuary. Only a short drive from Miami’s bustling, cosmopolitan city center, the spa realizes most clients are there for an escape from the ordinary.
January 2007
Willow Stream Spa at Fairmont Mayakoba
Riviera Maya, Mexico
Offering the most luxurious and authentic spa treatments and experiences, Willow Stream Spa at Fairmont Mayakoba is the newest spa destination from the award-winning Willow Stream The Spas At Fairmont. An unspoiled tropical paradise, Mayakoba is situated just south of Cancun on Mexico’s prized Caribbean coast—the Riviera Maya.
December 2006
Smooth Synergy
New York City, NY
Read about a “cosmedical” spa that presents long-lasting solutions to real skin care issues.
November 2006
Hastings Culloden Estate & Spa
Belfast, Northern Ireland
“Please take a wee seat and have a whiff of these oils so we can select the proper hydrating aromatherapy for your skin,” the lively, instantly likeable spa therapist greeted me at the spa at Culloden, the only five-star spa in Northern Ireland. the spacious, light and airy feel of this magnificent 15,000-square-foot e’sPa health club and spa extends to staff members who exude that classic Irish warmth and twinkle in their eyes, while greeting visitors throughout the emerald Isle. Relaxing “fairy” music helped me conclude that I was in the right place!October 2006
Tethra Spa
The Merrion Hotel — Dublin, Ireland
In 2005, Dublin surpassed Rome as one of the top three European destinations. Only glittering London and Paris outperformed in tourists’ eyes. Dublin shines as cool (weather) and hot (action) all at once. Now the area recently played host to the prestigious Ryder Cup; this is the first time that the Ryder Cup has been played in Ireland. This past September, the 36th international match between the best of America and Great Britain’s golf professionals occurred at the renowned K Club in County Kildare, 45 minutes from The Merrion’s front door. The Merrion Hotel, if you don’t already know, is regarded as “Dublin’s best address.”September 2006
The Lalu Spa
Yuchr Shiang Nantou, Taiwan
Do you really know what spas are like on the other side of the world? Some of you may, most perhaps not. Upon entering a spa in Taiwan, you’d definitely notice the similarities, but most striking would be the many differences. And at The Lalu Spa in Taiwan, there are many points of difference to marvel at, be intrigued with and even dream about. But before we discuss The Lalu Spa, let’s set the stage and take a mental journey to the Far East …
August 2006
Aveda Fredric’s Institute
Indianapolis, IN
We all start somewhere. For some of us, it’s harder than others to get that first job and on-the-job training. But for students at the Aveda Fredric’s Institute, going to school also means going to work. The Aveda Fredric’s Institute has two faces: it’s a teaching facility and also a full-service salon and spa where cosmetology, nail and esthetics students can gain valuable hands-on knowledge and clients can be lavished upon with Aveda products and services.
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