Canyon Ranch, the famous destination spa of Tucson, Arizona, will soon add the Mid-Atlantic region to their growing list of SpaClub destinations. In Spring 2013, the Canyon Ranch SpaClub® at The Homestead debuts at The Homestead in Hot Springs, Virginia. Embodying the philosophy of the world’s premier health vacation resort, Canyon Ranch SpaClub® is an extension of [...]
That enticement drew me to Grotta Giusti Natural Spa Resort...to be found in their 160-year old ancient cave. For my Mom's 60th birthday, we ventured from Amsterdam to Paris, Florence and a few relaxing days at the Tuscany spa. Grotta Giusti is a 19th century villa that belonged to the family of poet Giuseppe Giusti. [...]
I set out to share immerse you in what is the Rancho La Puerta Experience...the History, the Setting, the Activities, the Spa, the Cuisine, the Local Wine. The six article series was also a great way to relive the week post-trip. In each article I share my favorites. My goals and intentions for the week at [...]
The Ranch believes "wine is an ancient, nutritious, and healthful (in moderation) food that has its place at the table and in life's celebrations." There are grape vines growing on the property that were here when the Ranch was founded, and in the early days, the grapes were used in treatments. Wine is only served [...]
Healthy yum!! That's the best way to sum up food at the Ranch. This is where 'spa cuisine' began. In my first article on the Ranch, I talked about founder Edmond Szekely's philosophies being based on the Essenes, the world's first great agriculturalists and natural healers. Edmund said human health begins with healthy soil (no [...]