Spas

Holiday Sale Aids in an Affordable Wellness Lifestyle

November 2010: Spa Week Media Group, the industry leader for all things spa, travel, beauty and beyond, releases its brand new gift card, simply called: "Spa." In conjunction, they have kicked off Spa Week's highly anticipated Holiday Gift Card Sale. Give the gift of massages, facials, scrubs and wellness… and give it on sale! From November 1st through December 24th, consumers can purchase a $100 Spa. Gift Card for just $79.99 on SpaWeek.com.

The goal of this promotion is to further spread the healthy spa lifestyle, encouraging consumers to give the gift of wellness at a discounted cost this Holiday Season. "This time of year puts a lot of financial pressure on people, and Spa Week is glad to help alleviate some of that pressure by offering this discount when people really need it," says Cheryl Reid, CEO and Founder of Spa Week Media Group.Read more

The Atlantic Hotel, overlooking Fort Lauderdale, Florida's beaches, has introduced its Shopping & Spa Sojourn package, just in time for Mother's Day. Available from May 8 through August 31, 2009, the Shopping & Spa Sojourn package is priced at $299 per room, per night, based on double occupancy, with a two-night minimum, and includes:

• Grand Deluxe Oceanfront Room – Measuring 600 sq. ft., each room features terraces overlooking the ocean, granite kitchenettes, expansive five-fixture bathrooms, BOSE sound systems and wireless Internet service.
• $50 credit per person to Spa Atlantic – The 10,000-sq.-ft. Spa Atlantic provides a rejuvenating experience that is as therapeutic to the mind and spirit as it is to the body.
• $100 Neiman Marcus gift card – Guests can get an extra style boost from Neiman Marcus, renowned for its specialty fashion and quality products, located in The Galleria Mall at Fort Lauderdale just minutes from The Atlantic Hotel.
• Lunch for two at Neiman Marcus – A cozy-chic, in-store eatery, The Mermaid Bar®, located inside Neiman Marcus, offers a diverse menu with the ambience of a whimsical, modern diner.
• Neiman Marcus in-room welcome amenity
• Personal shopping services available – Guests can experience Neiman Marcus’ unparalleled customer service with personal shopping assistants available.

Situated on 1,300 acres of pristine countryside, The Equinox is nestled between the Green and Taconic Mountain ranges at the base of Mount Equinox, making it the ideal locale for skiing and other outdoor winter sports. Prime skiing and snowboarding access is just one of many pportunities for adventure that guests can choose to explore during the long haul of skiing season from October to May.

The New England scenery creates a beautiful backdrop while guests enjoy offerings like the 13,000 square foot full-service spa, 18-hole golf course, British School of Falconry, Off-road Driving School, Field Archery and an exquisite new look courtesy of acclaimed designer, Geoffrey Bradfield and his celebrated architectural vision. Read more

With a nearly non-stop slate of festivals from April through September, Miami promises to be one of the coolest places on the planet to visit this summer. Making the destination even more attractive are the great deals that hotels, resorts, attractions and even restaurants are offering. Here are some of the ways to live it up in Miami this summer at a fraction of the cost:

Acqualina: ESPA, the leader in luxury spas, has opened its first U.S. branded spa at Acqualina, a Rosewood Resort in Sunny Isles Beach. The hotel is offering 20% off for Florida residents. The ultimate treatment is ESPA Time, which requires no decision-making upon booking. Simply set aside two hours or more and through a one-on-one consultation, the therapist establishes the guest's needs to fit the moment of the day. The result is tailored treatments and completely individualized experiences. Couple an ESPA treatment with a stay in a luxurious Intracoastal or oceanfront suite and receive 20-35% off, along with a complimentary continental breakfast for two adults and up to two children (12 and under). Both packages are available from June 1-September 30. Room rates start at $275 (prices vary based on the number of nights booked). For room discounts, please ask for the Family Package. For ESPA, please ask for the ESPA Florida resident discount. For more information, call 305-918-8000 or visit www.Acqualina.com. Read more

Resorts and hotels throughout South Florida and the Caribbean are offering special ways for families to show mom just how much they care.

Give mom the keys to relaxation at Cheeca Lodge - This Mother's Day, treat mom to a weekend stay at Cheeca Lodge in the beautiful Florida Keys . Top it all off with a special Mother's Day brunch, island-style, on Sunday, May 13 from 11:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Cheeca's award-winning culinary team, led by Executive Chef Barry Walling, will prepare an exquisite hot and cold buffet, complete with local delicacies. Celebrating this special day, each mother will receive a single long-stem rose.

The Mother's Day Brunch is $42.00 for adults and $19.50 for children 6-12 years old. Tax and gratuity are extra. (Children aged five and under dining with their parents are free.) Reservations should be made well in advance as this special Mother's Day Brunch is sure to be sold-out. For more information and reservations, please contact the concierge at (305) 517-4411. Deluxe resort view rooms start at $369 a night and a deluxe one-bedroom suite starts at $579. Tax and a daily resort fee of $39 are extra. For room reservations, call 800-327-2888 or visit www.cheeca.com. Read more

“Don’t Lose Your Keys” is this year’s slogan for the annual Earth Day celebration to be held on the beachfront at Cheeca Lodge on April 14. The worldwide festivities honoring Mother Earth are marked by a very special family-fun holiday at Cheeca for visitors and local residents alike. Since 1994, guests at the hotel and residents of the “Sport Fishing Capital of the World” have met at the resort to enjoy a full day of beachfront activities, family barbecue, musical entertainment and environmental education.

Proceeds of this year’s event will go to the Florida Keys Wild Bird Center, which provides emergency and recuperative care for injured birds and is evolving into a significant collection and distribution point for information about our environment. For more information visit www.fkwbc.org or call 305.852.4486. Read more

Any parent will tell you that having a baby changes everything. Spontaneous trips with your partner and free time both become distant memories. Recognizing that expecting parents could use a romantic get-away before the big arrival, The Westin Kierland Resort & Spa has partnered with babystyle, an upscale maternity, baby and children's store, and Kierland Commons shopping district to offer couples one last hurrah with the "Bundle of Joy" Babymoon Package.

The "Bundle of Joy" Babymoon Package provides expecting couples with every extravagance needed for relaxation and romance, including: Read more

Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort jumps into the spring/summer season with special rates and eight packages designed for families, couples and golfers.

New hot deals for Spring (March 2-March 15, 2007; April 22-May 24, 2007) include the Bayside Inn from $149 per night; the new Luau beachside tower hotel room from $189 per night; as well as one-bedrooms from $209; and two-bedrooms from $299.

Over Spring Break (March 16-April 21, 2007) enjoy the newly renovated Bayside Inn from $169 per night; or the new Luau tower: hotel from $219; one-bedroom from $249 per night; or two-bedroom from $359 per night. Read more