By Christi Hadley
Spas today offer a variety of options. Yet, which luxury spa can be considered the best of all? The answer to this question begins with discovering the spas that take you to delightful heights of unimaginable decadence in a soothing atmosphere. Knowledge of the types of spa treatments that you find pleasurable is also essential. This collection of award-winning spas will guide you in defining, uncovering and enjoying the best luxury spa that best suits your tastes and vision of luxury.
Indo-Asian Luxury Spa
Some of the most luxurious spas are the secret exotic ones tucked away in unexpected locations. If you are in search of timeless charm and stylish culture, envision traveling to an award-winning Japanese onsen hideaway spa. Nestled in the mountains of Santa Fe, Ten Thousand Waves offers you Indo-Asian-inspired spa treatments and authentically Japanese surroundings.
Ten Thousand Waves
3451 Hyde Park Road
Santa Fe, NM 87501
(505) 992-5025
www.tenthousandwaves.com
Natural Thermal Luxury Spa
A thermal luxury spa features a source of natural, mineral-enriched hot water. Full-body volcanic mud or clay baths tend to be classic features. Many luxury spas of the thermal variety offer an array of heat-related treatments because they are located on geothermal hot spots. One such luxury spa is located in Calistoga, California. Try a hot mineral soak at Solage Calistoga.
Solage Calistoga
755 Silverado Trail
Calistoga, CA 94515
www.solagecalistoga.com
Herbal Luxury Spa
Herbal luxury spas capitalize on their local native herbs to relax, soothe and rejuvenate clients. The locations of such spas can vary. For the perfect herbal spa experience, find a luxurious spa surrounded by picturesque waterfalls and wooded forests. One resort spa of special note is situated at an elevation of 4,118 feet in the vibrant village of Highlands, North Carolina. The spa at Old Edwards is the quintessential luxury experience.
Old Edwards Inn & Spa
445 Main St.
Highlands, NC 28741
www.oldedwardsinn.com
Marine Therapy Luxury Spa
A marine therapy luxury resort spa draws upon the indispensable essentials of the ocean to nurture your mind, body and spirit. Imagine an unpretentious Hampton sand dune setting, seawater-filled Roman baths, a Finnish rock sauna and indoor seawater pools overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. Sound appealing? Then consider an escape to Long Island's Gurney's Inn Spa to indulge in classical European spa traditions enhanced by innovative sea water and seaweed therapies, such as thalassotherapy.
Gurney's Inn Spa
290 Old Montauk Highway
Montauk, NY 11954
www.gurneysinn.com
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About the Author:
Christi Hadley is UCLA certified computer professional. She holds a degree in art. In 1998, her career began as an educational writer and instructor for the Los Angeles College of Micro Technology. She wrote the curriculum for an inner city school's computer department. She has also written for a leading Web hosting company. Her work appears on numerous websites in a variety of industries.
