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  • La Prairie at The Ritz-Carlton Spa - Review of La Prairie at The Rit…Created: 2009-11-09 @ 18:47:27 EST     
    La Prairie at The Ritz-Carlton Spa in New York City was one of the first luxury hotel spas in New York City back in 2002, so don't expect the over-the-top flash that has become the customary in rec…
  • Spas & Nudity - I Survived A Nude Swiss Spa!Created: 2009-11-09 @ 15:45:37 EST     Updated: 2009-11-09 @ 20:00:28 EST
    Swiss spas (like most European spas) are quite different from American spas. For one they have a much higher tolerance for nudity. Wrapped in a peach towel, I was way overdressed…
  • Spas in Cancun, MexicoCreated: 2009-11-08 @ 18:30:01 EST     
    Spas in Cancun are centered in the big high-rise hotels that line the Hotel Zone, a 17-mile stretch of narrow beach between the Caribbean Sea and the Nichupte Lagoon. You can also find great spas …
  • Best Caribbean Spas - How To Find The Best Spas in the CaribbeanCreated: 2009-11-07 @ 12:52:55 EST     
    Find out more about Caribbean spas, and how to find the best spas in the Caribbean. …
  • Spa Toccare at The Borgata - Review of Spa Toccare at The Borgata in…Created: 2009-11-07 @ 11:45:34 EST     Updated: 2009-11-07 @ 12:11:41 EST
    Spa Tocarre at The Borgata is a splashy retreat inside one of Atlantic City’s most luxurious hotels -- as lavish as Las Vegas…
  • The Grove Park Inn Resort & SpaCreated: 2009-11-06 @ 12:06:05 EST     Updated: 2009-11-06 @ 12:14:09 EST
    The Grove Park Inn Resort & Spa in Asheville, North Carolina, has been a bastion of Southern hospitality since 1913, an Arts & Crafts classic with great golf, tennis, and a spa best known f…
  • Elizabeth Arden Red Door Spa in NYCCreated: 2009-11-06 @ 10:44:50 EST     Updated: 2009-11-06 @ 10:51:45 EST
    The Elizabeth Arden Red Door Salon and Spa in New York City has a tony address on Fifth Avenue and a rich history, but newer spas now outshine it in terms of style and glamour. …
  • MGM Grand Spa - Review of MGM Grand SpaCreated: 2009-11-05 @ 15:20:13 EST     Updated: 2009-11-06 @ 10:02:03 EST
    MGM Grand Spa in Las Vegas is not as big and showy as some of the newer spas on the Strip, but its smaller scale can be comforting. MGM Grand Spa is best known for its Aborginal-inspired "Drea…
  • Extractions - What Are Extractions During a Facial?Created: 2009-11-02 @ 17:55:24 EST     
    Extractions are the part of a facial that can hurt. Find out what they are, how they should be done, and whether there are any risks. …
  • Have You Ever Visited A Sweat Lodge?Created: 2009-10-22 @ 16:24:21 EDT     
    Share your sweat lodge experiences. …
  • Sweat Lodge Safety - How To Stay Safe In A Sweat LodgeCreated: 2009-10-17 @ 14:16:55 EDT     
    Sweat lodges have been around for thousands of years and are usually safe. Find out how to participate safely in a sweat lodge ceremony. …
  • Sweat Lodge - What Is A Sweat Lodge?Created: 2009-10-12 @ 14:52:42 EDT     Updated: 2009-10-12 @ 18:03:20 EDT
    An Indian sweat lodge is a ceremonial sweat bath that has its roots in Native-American history and culture. Traditionally, it is a purifying ritual that uses intense heat to stimulate vision and i…
  • Brazilian Wax Cost - How Much Does A Brazilian Wax Cost?Created: 2009-10-08 @ 12:49:47 EDT     Updated: 2009-10-08 @ 12:55:14 EDT
    Find out how much a Brazilian wax costs, and why you shouldn't go with the cheapest price!…
  • Brazilian Waxing - What Is A Brazilian Wax?Created: 2009-10-08 @ 11:06:39 EDT     Updated: 2009-10-08 @ 11:18:38 EDT
    Find out what a Brazilian wax is, what happens during a Brazilian wax, why to get one (better sex!) and how to get the best Brazilian wax job…
  • Health Spa - What Is A Health Spa?Created: 2009-10-07 @ 16:55:14 EDT     
    Health spas are the perfect place to get energized, inspired and on the path to your best life. Find out more about health spas. …
  • Chair Massage - What Is Chair Massage?Created: 2009-10-07 @ 16:29:56 EDT     
    Chair massage is a fast, effective way to relieve tension when you're traveling or on a business trip. Find out more about what chair massage is and how to …
  • Spa Deals - How To Find The Best Spa DealsCreated: 2009-10-07 @ 15:11:31 EDT     
    Here's a spa insider's secrets for how to find the best spa deals and enjoy spa deals other people don't know about! …
  • Spa Chakra On Fifth - Reviews of Spa Chakra On FifthCreated: 2009-10-07 @ 13:59:51 EDT     Updated: 2009-10-07 @ 14:11:34 EDT
    Read reviews of Spa Chakra on Fifth (formerly Cornelia Day Resort.) It's big, it's lavish and it's expensive. Have you been there? What did you think? …
  • La Costa Resort & Spa - Review of La Costa Resort & Spa in Carlsbad,…Created: 2009-10-07 @ 13:07:31 EDT     
    La Costa Resort & Spa near San Diego was originally created as a playground for celebrities and athletes and still hits all the high points: great spa, golfing, and kids club, plus Ayurveda and…
  • Four-Handed Massage - What Is Four-Handed Massage?Created: 2009-10-01 @ 19:49:49 EDT     Updated: 2009-10-02 @ 13:59:46 EDT
    Four-handed massage can be a sensational experience when done well. Find out what it is, where you're likely to get the best experience, and where it might not be as good. …
  • Efflueurage - Definition of EffleurageCreated: 2009-10-01 @ 14:25:59 EDT     Updated: 2009-10-01 @ 18:35:08 EDT
    Definition of effleurage, one of the primary strokes used in Swedish massage. …
  • Spa Week - What Do You Think Of Spa Week?Created: 2009-09-27 @ 18:02:44 EDT     Updated: 2009-09-28 @ 12:43:30 EDT
    Did you have a great $50 treatment during Spa Week? Or did you feel shortchanged? Share stories about what kind of experience you had during Spa Week…
  • Home Spa Day - How To Create A Spa Day At HomeCreated: 2009-09-01 @ 17:29:44 EDT     
    You can have a spa day at home -- alone or with friends. Find out easy ways to relax, renew and get inspired with your own spa day at home. …
  • Eating For Energy - How To Eat For EnergyCreated: 2009-08-31 @ 14:57:26 EDT     Updated: 2009-08-31 @ 17:55:35 EDT
    Eating for energy is all about choosing the right foods at the right time. Here are tips on how to eat for energy and boost your energy levels…
  • Body Scrubs - All About Body ScrubsCreated: 2009-08-25 @ 18:03:17 EDT     
    Keep your skin smooth with body scrubs you buy, make yourself, or get as a spa treatment. Here's everything you need to know about body scrubs. …
  • Water Walking - How to Water WalkCreated: 2009-08-20 @ 15:13:21 EDT     Updated: 2009-08-20 @ 16:30:36 EDT
    Water walking is an easy, effective, low-impact exercise that can be done in a pool, lake, or the ocean. Here's how to water walk, and the equipment that makes it an even better workout. …
  • Spa Nudity - Etiquette for Nudity and Modesty at the Spa Video - Abo…Created: 2009-08-12 @ 14:51:26 EDT     
    Your first time going to a spa can be a little nerve-wracking, especially when the host hands you a robe. See how to deal with nudity at the spa, and see what to expect…
  • What Does A Massage Feel Like? Tips On What To Expect From Your Mas…Created: 2009-08-07 @ 15:46:41 EDT     Updated: 2009-08-07 @ 16:01:23 EDT
    What does a massage feel like? That depends on the kind of massage you get, and the therapist. Find out what a good massage feels like, and how to get it. …
  • Pet-friendly Spas - The Most Pet-Friendly SpasCreated: 2009-07-31 @ 14:17:20 EDT     
    Looking for a pet-friendly spa? There are plenty of options out there if you want to bring your pet on a spa vacation…
  • Lomi-Lomi - The Ancient Hawaiian Massage Called Lomi-LomiCreated: 2009-07-21 @ 16:49:00 EDT     
    Lomi-lomi is an ancient form of Hawaiian massage that is deeply spiritual. Find out where to get lomi-lomi and how to find a skilled practioner. …
  • Spa Music - The Best Spa MusicUpdated: 2009-11-07 @ 13:25:01 EST
    Spa music is one of the easiest ways to bring the spa experience home. Here are some of my favorite spa CDs. …
  • A Spa For You: Review of A Spa For You in Sedona, ArizonaUpdated: 2009-11-07 @ 12:48:18 EST
    A Spa For You in Sedona, Arizona, is perfect if you're looking for a gifted massage therapist, want reasonable prices, and don't need glitz…
  • Red Mountain Spa - Review of Red Mountain Spa in Ivins, UtahUpdated: 2009-11-07 @ 11:33:35 EST
    Red Mountain Spa in Ivins, Utah, is an adventure spa where you can hike, try rock climbing, or learn how to use a global positioning unit to get in on the new sport of geo-caching. It's set on 55 …
  • Pregnancy Massage - What is Pregnancy Massage?Updated: 2009-11-06 @ 13:49:18 EST
    Pregnancy massage, also known as pre-natal massage, can be very beneficial but you need a specially trained therapist. Find out why you should get a pregnancy massage and what's different about it…
  • The MGM Grand Spa & SalonUpdated: 2009-11-05 @ 18:32:53 EST
    MGM Grand Spa in Las Vegas is not as big and showy as some of the newer spas on the Strip. But that's not necessarily bad! It feels downright cozy…
  • Spa Week - $50 Spa Treatments During Spa WeekUpdated: 2009-10-21 @ 17:51:11 EDT
    Spa Week offers $50 spa treatments in the U.S. and Canada. Find out how to get the best deals during Spa Week (not all treatments are equal) and what to watch out for! …
  • Best Spas in New York City: Best New York City SpasUpdated: 2009-10-10 @ 13:37:18 EDT
    There are countless spas in New York City. How do you tell which spas are the best? This list of the best spas in New York City will help. …
  • Brazilian Wax - How To Get The Best Brazilian Wax JobUpdated: 2009-10-08 @ 11:55:06 EDT
    How to get the best Brazilian wax -- how to find a great Brazilian waxer, and what you can do to minimize the pain. …
  • Airport Spas - Try An Airport Spa!Updated: 2009-10-07 @ 16:39:56 EDT
    More airports are adding spa services -- everything from 15-minute chair massage to aromatherapy oxygen treatments. Here's a guide to airports that offers spa services, and what you can expect. …
  • Arizona Spa Deals - The Best Spa Deals in ArizonaUpdated: 2009-10-07 @ 14:40:19 EDT
    Here's a spa insider's secrets for how to find the best spa deals in Arizona and enjoy spa deals other people don't know about! …
  • Spa Deals - The Best Spa Deals in the WorldUpdated: 2009-10-07 @ 14:28:23 EDT
    Here's a spa insider's secrets for how to find the best spa deals and enjoy spa deals other people don't know about! …
  • Swedish Massage - What Is Swedish Massage?Updated: 2009-10-01 @ 14:54:30 EDT
    Swedish massage is very gentle and relaxing, and the perfect place for a beginner to start. Find out what Swedish massage is, and what happens during a Swedish massage…
  • Facial - What Is A Facial?Updated: 2009-10-01 @ 14:39:48 EDT
    A facial is a great way to take care of your skin. Find out exactly what happens during a facial, why it's good for you and how often you should get one. …
  • Massage Therapists - How To Find Great Massage TherapistsUpdated: 2009-09-27 @ 17:50:43 EDT
    Massage therapists can be right out of school or have twenty years experience -- and cost the same! Here's how to find great massage therapists. …
  • How Do You Find Great Massage Therapists?Updated: 2009-09-27 @ 17:49:40 EDT
    There are a lot of massage therapists out there, from newbies to masters. How do YOU find the greats? Share your story. …
  • Best Massage - What Was Your Best Massage?Updated: 2009-09-27 @ 17:47:05 EDT
    What was your best massage ever? Readers share stories about their best massages…
  • Beljanski Wellness Center - Detox Spa in New York CityUpdated: 2009-09-15 @ 14:30:14 EDT
    Beljanski Wellness Center in New York City specializes in detoxification, with medical and nutritional consultations, chelation, colon hydrotherapy, detox body wraps and facials with completely pur…
  • Spa TreatmentsUpdated: 2009-09-10 @ 12:03:55 EDT
    Find out more about what spas actually offer from the popular to the obscure…
  • Photo Facial - What is A Photo Facial?Updated: 2009-09-10 @ 11:35:09 EDT
    Photo facial is a term for a skin treatment that uses light-based technology. It can boost collagen, treat acne, and get rid of brown spots and broken capillaries -- but you need to know the diffe…
  • Sensual Massage - Sensual Massage At HomeUpdated: 2009-09-10 @ 10:52:45 EDT
    Sensual massage is a great way to build intimacy and closeness with your partner. Find out how to give a sensual massage. …
  • Spa BasicsUpdated: 2009-09-04 @ 15:32:07 EDT
    Don't know which spa to go to or what happens there? This comprehensive resource has articles on the different kinds of spas, what treatments they offer, and how to pick the right one for you…
  • Spa Types - How To Understand Different Types Of SpasUpdated: 2009-09-01 @ 20:22:19 EDT
    There are many different types of spas, including day spas, destination spas, resort/hotel spas, and more. Find out the difference between them. …
  • Home Spa Day - How to Create a Spa Day at HomeUpdated: 2009-09-01 @ 16:18:15 EDT
    You can have a spa day at home -- alone or with friends. Find out easy ways to renew and relax with your own spa day at home…
  • Spa Books - Books To Help You Lead A Healthy Spa Lifestyle…Updated: 2009-09-01 @ 14:57:15 EDT
    These are my top ten spa books, which help you lead a happier, healthier, spa lifestyle…
  • Green Beauty - How To Green Your Beauty RoutineUpdated: 2009-08-27 @ 12:44:43 EDT
    Creating a green beauty routine is easier than you think. Here are the best tips for going green -- finding green beauty products, reading green beauty books, even making your own green beauty pro…
  • Spa Nudity - What To Expect With Spa NudityUpdated: 2009-08-20 @ 13:26:25 EDT
    Spa nudity is a big issue for first-time spa-goers. Here's what to expect with nudity at the spa, and how to stay in your comfort zone…
  • Lose Weight at the Spa: How To Lose Weight at the SpaUpdated: 2009-08-19 @ 20:35:38 EDT
    If you want lose weight at the spa, it's important to pick the right spa. Most destination spas help you lose weight, but there's a big difference in style, approach and price. …
  • Book Review - Message Therapy Career Guide for Hands-On Success - Sp…Updated: 2009-08-19 @ 15:11:55 EDT
    Book Review - Message Therapy Career Guide for Hands-On Success, from Julie Register, your About.com Guide…
  • Microdermabrasion - What Is Microdermabrasion?Updated: 2009-08-19 @ 13:30:50 EDT
    Microdermabrasion can make your skin look younger and smoother. Find out what microdermabrasion is, how much it costs, its benefits and what you should watch out for. …
  • Exfoliation - What is Exfoliation?Updated: 2009-08-19 @ 12:59:18 EDT
    Exfoliation is an important part of skin care for both your face and body. Find out what exfoliation is, how to do it, and why you shouldn't overdo it. …
  • Salt Scrub Recipe - How To Make Your Own Salt ScrubsUpdated: 2009-08-19 @ 12:32:24 EDT
    You can buy salt scrubs for $30, or you can make your own salt scrubs for a fraction of the cost. Salt scrubs is one of the easiest home spa products to make -- and a great gift…
  • Find A Spa Near You - How To Find A Great Spa Near YouUpdated: 2009-08-17 @ 14:52:42 EDT
    Trying to find a spa near you? Here's how to find spas, and figure out if they're the right spa for you -- before you even spend a dime!…
  • Day Spas - What Is A Day Spa?Updated: 2009-08-17 @ 13:48:14 EDT
    Day spas come in lots of styles and sizes. Find out what a day spa is, what and how to the right day spa for you. …
  • Skin Care At The Spa - Buying Skin Care Products At the SpaUpdated: 2009-08-14 @ 18:06:53 EDT
    Looking to buy skin care products at the spa? The best idea is to get a facial. Estheticians should ask about your skin care routine and make product recommendations. …
  • Vichy Shower - What Is A Vichy Shower?Updated: 2009-08-14 @ 17:58:36 EDT
    What is a Vichy shower? And where can you get one? …
  • Spa Gift Certificates - Tips For Buying Spa Gift CertificatesUpdated: 2009-08-13 @ 21:17:16 EDT
    Here's everything you need to know about buying spa gift certificates, including how much to spend and what to watch out for. …
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