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Miami's Hottest Day Spas

Miami's got sultry beaches, a cool and colorful art scene, and hotels dripping in luxury down. But our favorite spots for winding down in this white hot city are these zen-like, full-service spas. Read more

Posted by Rachel Felder on June 06, 2012 at 5:25:32 PM EDT Tagged: Spa and Beauty, Hotels, Miami, Spa
Glenmere Mansion Calling All Spa (and Wine) Lovers

Glenmere Mansion wants you—assuming you love brand new lavish spas, multi-course themed dinners with wine pairings, and intimate Tuscan-inspired villas in the Hudson Valley. Read more

Posted by Jessica Colley on May 09, 2012 at 11:01:38 AM EDT Tagged: Spa and Beauty, Wine, New York, Hotels, Spa
London's Best Spas

London hums with activity around-the-clock, but with the 2012 Olympics fast approaching, and preparations for the Queen's Diamond Jubilee well underway, the city is buzzing at breakneck speed. If you're planning a visit during these pre-event makeovers, make time for some R & R at these noteworthy London spas. Read more

Posted by Fodor's Guest Blogger on March 22, 2012 at 12:20:57 PM EDT Tagged: London, Spa
10 Best Spa Trips for 2012

Emerge from the long winter with a wellness-inspired pick-me-up—set out for a rejuvenating getaway with one of these 10 best spa trips around the globe. From mountain escapes in the forests of New Hampshire and New York to traditional Thai massages in exotic Bangkok to a Great Barrier Reef-neighboring oasis Down Under (and beyond), our list of top spa trips offers a variety of tempting destinations wide and far that are primed for some well-deserved R & R. Read more

Posted by Fodor's Guest Blogger on February 27, 2012 at 2:15:35 PM EST Tagged: Thailand, Texas, Palm Springs, California, Florence, Italy, Massachusetts, Australia, Tuscany, New York, Spa, New Hampshire, Bangkok
Best Spa Weekend Escapes

Sometimes, a girl just needs to get away for the weekend for a little relaxation and rejuvenation. At these luxury hotels, ladies can pamper themselves while indulging in the finest spa treatments. Just make sure you don’t enjoy yourself so much that you miss work on Monday! Read more

Posted by Fodor's Guest Blogger on February 14, 2012 at 4:08:00 PM EST Tagged: Women, Health, Palm Beach, Florida, Finger Lakes, New York, Oregon, Boston, Massachusetts, Cancun, Vail, Colorado, Mexico, California, Spa, Spa and Beauty
New York City's Top 4 Spas

In New York City, there are pockets of tranquility within easy reach, no travel to far-off lands required. Look to luxury spas boasting all manner of treatments to iron out urban kinks, dispel stress, and soothe the savage beast with a little tender loving care. Naturally, it'll cost you, but when you need a quick trip to "Anywhere but Here," try one of these four posh sanctuaries. Read more

Posted by Fodor's Guest Blogger on February 13, 2012 at 3:00:12 PM EST Tagged: New York City, Spa, Spa and Beauty
Fodor's Exclusive: Free Spa Treatments at Newly Redone Caribbean Resort

Want to escape to a resort in Jamaica's Blue Mountains that includes complimentary spa treatments—plus other perks? We thought so. That's why we've zeroed in on this incredible deal, just for Fodor's readers.
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Posted by Stephanie Johnnidis on January 12, 2012 at 4:36:42 PM EST Tagged: Beach Deals, Caribbean, Jamaica
A Skin Care Pro Picks Her Favorite U.S. Airport Spas

Are you one of those super-organized people who gets through airport security at least an hour early for a flight? Make the most of that downtime and treat yourself to some pampering at these top-notch spas. Read more

Posted by Dr. Leslie Baumann on July 26, 2011 at 12:29:24 PM EDT Tagged: Spa, Air Travel, Air Travel, Beauty, Skincare
Orlando Spas: Escape from the Theme Parks

Need to escape Walt Disney World, Universal, or SeaWorld? Head to one of Orlando's resort spas, all of which are indulgent enough to please any theme-park-weary parent, aching golfer, parched sunbather, or Disney—regardless of budget.
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Posted by Fodor's Guest Blogger on July 19, 2010 at 12:17:57 PM EDT Tagged: Spa, Beauty, Disney, Florida, Walt Disney World
12 Spa Retreats in Paradise for Any Budget

It's not hard to find bliss in sunshine and warm breezes, particularly when you've made a fast retreat from winter's frosty edge. But there are places in this world where stays take you beyond bliss. Here are a dozen properties—some splurges and some saves—in beautiful, balmy settings where you'll be stretched and massaged, cocooned and cared for guilt free. In these places, you see, nurturing health and well-being, quieting the spirit, and pampering yourself are entirely the point.
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Posted by Laura Kidder on February 01, 2010 at 2:05:01 PM EST Tagged: Mexico, Costa Rica, Bahamas, Escapes, Hawaii