Debbie:
Canyon Villa (B&B)...canyonvilla.com
Graham Inn (B&B)
Enchantmant (resort)....enchantmentresort.com
L'Auberge de Sedona (hotel)

are the area's best lodgings.
The two B&B's both have rooms at less than $200 in June 2002. Enchantment is more (but you MUST visit if you go to Sedona. Have a drink on their terrace and hike around the canyon there if you have time).
If you can get out to Sedona sometime, take advantage of the opportunity. It's a really special place.

Chris:

Yes, I've been to Sedona in June for the last 8 years as well as in August as well (lived in Phoenix for 1 year and fell in love with Sedona during that time so I try and visit it at least twice a year). I love the place, but for someone who isn't used to heat, it's hot which is what I was trying to say. BTW, it really isn't necessary to be snotty in your response, is it?

I second Enchantment. I love the place - the astronomy activity is wonderful (so many stars!) as well as the spa and the surrounding places to hike.

Enchantment is beautiful, but I think she said she would go as high as $200. Last I checked their cheapest room was $400.

i live on vancouver island...and it is a beautiful place to visit in june. lots of great secluded,yet"safe areas". reading ,overlooking the ocean...and seeing the olympia mountains,across a shiny blue sky...with warm temps....that is the ultimate in relaxation. there is so much to do on the island...victoria/tofino/hikes/up island towns...truly "god's" country!!!!

i hope this advice will persuade you...it is also cheaper up here in canada!!cheers

Gissell, do you have any interest in ashrams or monasteries?

Roadtripper and Chris,I looked at the B&B website and the Adobe Hacienda looks nice.Of course I like their most expensive room called "The Sedona Room" which is $209 per
night.It looks nice and has a view of the Red Rocks from your room.
Has anybody heard of or stayed at this B&B in Sedona,Arizona???

Thanks everyone for your suggestions!.
I live in San Diego, CA, but would like to visit some place I've never been, don't mind about how to travel (car, plane)
Sarah: actually I did post a message in the Europe forum, but because I'm still looking where to go, I like to have a wider range of options so I can pick better... So any place in the world is welcome!

I'd recommend New England,with the beginning or end being Canyon Ranch in Lenox, MA

Gissell,
We have a beach house rental on the Southwest Washington Coast. Perfect for solitude, beach walks, reading etc.!!
Email me @: [email protected] for additional info. if interested!

Try the San Juan islands in the Pac NW.

I stayed alone in a B&B in Niagara-on-the-Lake in Canada four years ago. It was a peaceful place to wander around; I also took an exhilirating jet boat ride up the Niagara Rapids, and attended 4 plays in 3 days at the Shaw Festival there. I've visited several other places alone, but this is one of the first places where I didn't get lonely by the 3rd or 4th day.

Giselle, did you decide where to vacation this June?

The end of the school year I always take a me alone trip - the last 3 years my husband has combined this w/ my birthday gift and I take off for Canyon Ranch (MA) this is a little pricey but at the age of 55 I'm worth it! Less expensive and a little for "earthy" also in lenox is the Kripalu Center - both master the art of spa-wellness. I prefer Canyon, I love the offerings, everything from massage to rock climbing, to spiritual awareness classes, aroma theray, fab food, and kayaking. perfect place to be alone and not lonely.

How about Provincetown, Ma on the tip of Cape Cod? This is a very special place, surrounded by water on 3 sides and majestic dunes rising up in the back of town. If you go early enough in June you can still get low season rates. The Land's End Inn is a spot that might suit you. It is situated in the West end of town, high on a hill with magnificent views of Cape Cod bay from private gardens surrounding the inn. Just a short walk to the center of town for dining, shows, shopping etc.

Book a cabin on the Alaska State Ferry, Bellingham to Haines, back to Juneau, fly home. May or October would be even better.

If you're willing to venture outside the US, there is a terrific place about 30 minutes outside Guadalajara called Rio Caliente spa. Located in a volcanic valley, not the forced poshness and high prices, more like a great summer camp for grownups. I spent a week and emerged rejuvenated. No enforced program - hikes available in the morning before breakfast, yoga, tai chi, etc available throughouthe day as are great massage, mud packs, and other pamperings, all at very reasonable cost. The food is vegetarian and absolutely delicious (this from a devout carnivore!) Best thing - no phones! They have a website based in the US at www.riocaliente.com, and you can choose from several packages.

ttt

How about a multi-day bike tour?

There are some inexpensive ones, if you shop around. Choose something that doesn't cover too many miles per day, especially if you're not physically up to going too much. You'll find that some tours give PLENTY of time to ride the route, offer pick up (sag) service should you not want to, or are unable to complete the day's ride. You can choose whether to ride alone, or with others, or a combination, and could manage free time for reading, etc. (no x in my e-ddress)

You might like to check out gustywomentravel.com. Or maybe it's just gustywomen.com, I can't remember. They have soft-adventure and other tours to some great places just for women. They have some great trips.