Hakone Kowakien Yunessun is a hot springs spa resort in Hakone, Japan. It’s more than just a spa though — it offers 25 different types of spa/water activities. They dub this resort a hot springs “amusement park.” Whatever you call it, they offer a lot of interesting soaking options, treatments and activities.
Their main spa is The God’s Aegean Spa. They also have an Ancient Roman Bath and Turkish Hamam Spa.
After that, things get interesting. The other elements include Rodeo Mountain, which consists of three water slides. Yunessun also has a Sake spa (yes, you soak in real Sake), a Green …read more

If you are traveling this summer, consider a fabulous spa vacation. You will get the opportunity to relax and rejuvenate with some “me time.” Spa Season 2009 at Willow Stream and Fairmont Spas around the globe officially began on May 15th and runs through August 31, 2009.
During Spa Season, you can get amazing rates at 14 award-winning hotels and resorts, as well as tons of spa extras. The Fairmont Hotels & Resorts are offering a complimentary room upgrade at time of reservation for a two-night stay and a $25 spa credit per person for any spa experience during their stay. …read more

If you are looking for one of the hottest spas in the country, head to the Ritz-Carlton Chicago. Readers of Condé Nast Traveler Magazine have named The Spa at The Carlton Club at The Ritz-Carlton Chicago “Best Hotel Spa In The U.S. In 2009 For Service.” Additionally, the hotel spa was named #2 Urban Hotel Spa in the country in the annual spa survey.
The full service spa offers an array of fabulous body treatments, massages, facials, nail care and much more. The Spa at The Carlton is a private club. However, access is also offered to guest of …read more

If you are planning a spa vacation to Arizona, a fantastic destination is Scottsdale. You can enjoy fun in the sun all day. Then, while your man is out golfing, relax at one of the top spas in the area.
Here are just a few of the spa deals available right now at these Scottsdale resorts.
The Royal Palms Resort and Spa is offering significant discounts on rejuvenating treatments like min-facials, classic massages and body wraps at the Alvadora Spa May 1 through Sept. 13, 2009.
Their Premium Pamper Pass lets guests choose three 30-minute treatments for just $149 – an experience valued …read more

I’ve always wanted to go on one of these retreats. Yoga, peace, quiet, meditation…. it sounds like pure bliss.
Well, if you’re near, or able to be near, the Mandala Welless Retreat and Spa in northern Georgia near the middle of April, think about factoring in a special two day retreat – Manifesting Health and Happiness.
Held April 18-19, 2009, this retreat will offer an opportunity to reorient your energies towards a healthier, happier you. Vibrant health and wellness reflect a state of balance in mind, body and spirit. In this world of ‘gogogo’, constantly rushing here and rushing there, …read more

Suncadia Resort, located just 80 miles (about 90 minutes) outside of Seattle us a gorgeous, full service mountain spa resort. With beautiful Cascade mountain setting this full service, all season resort is absolutely stunning. 

Suncadia is offering an Ultimate Valentine’s Day Retreat and it’s one of SpaBeautifully’s picks for a romantic February getaway. Your romantic, relaxing retreat package includes:

Complimentary amenity upon arrival
Elegant one-bedroom penthouse suite with river view
Private treatments at Glade Spring Spa
90 minute Tangerine Truffle Duo Massage
30 minute Soak, Steam and Sauna
60 minute Triple Chocolate Pedicure treatment
Private Mediterranean Dinner (menu here)

Package price per couple $1199. Available, Saturday February …read more

SpaFinder Magazine has recently released their predictions for the spa industry in 2009. Everything from energy medicine, medical and spa tourism, and spas going even greener. Here are just a few of their top 10 predictions for 2009.
Energy Medicine – terms like ‘qi (chi),’ ‘prana,’ ‘chakras’ and ‘doshas’ have been used in the spa sector, and the healing arts associated with them have been practiced in Eastern philosophies for centuries.  The emphasis is on clearing imbalances in a body’s energy field to promote healing of body, mind and spirit. Interesting spa examples are emerging, such as bite-size doses of energy …read more

Between now and December 31, 2008, readers have a chance to win a $500 spa pampering day in their own city from the maker’s of the “FLABuLess” arm shaper-thingy.
“Arm shaper-thingy?” Ok, so no, that’s not the technical term but it’s what I called it when I first saw the device. It’s essentially, compression clothing for your upper arms, giving you the illusion of shaplier biceps.

image source: Flabuless
But that’s not what’s really important here. What’s really important is that giveaway.  FLABuLESS is in search of a woman who thinks they best represent success, ambition and confidence.  To enter, all you …read more

The Spa at The Hotel Hershey in Hershey, Pennsylvania is also known as the “Chocolate Spa” because guests enjoy fantastic chocolate treatments such as the Whipped Cocoa Bath and Chocolate Fondue Wrap.
Right now, they have some special treatments available just for fall. From October 1 through November 30 select the Cranberry Pumpkin Facial (60 minutes, $110; 80 minutes, $160), Pumpkin Spice Scrub (30 minutes, $65) or Spice Soufflé Wrap (50 minutes, $125).
If you get all three seasonal offerings, you will receive 15% off the total cost. The Fall Sampler Package includes the 60-minute Cranberry Pumpkin Facial, along with …read more

Hotel Brisas del Mar is located on the Mexican Pacific coastline in the quiet fishing village known as Zihuatanejo. Guests can fly to Hotel Brisas del Mar via the Zihuatanejo-Ixtapa International Airport. Hotel Brisas del Mar promises a peaceful and private vacation.

The Hotel Rooms
Hotel Brisas del Mar offers six kinds of suites ranging from the junior suites to the luxurious Suite Noyoltzi and the Suite Zihuatlan. There is also the Villa Don Agustin for special family or party occasions. All suites include a king bed, a private terrace that faces the bay, hammocks and lounge chairs, fully designed bathrooms with …read more