Articles by Kate Phillips

The once-popular practice of soaking in thermal waters is staging a comeback, as spa-goers rediscover the benefits of “taking the waters.” It’s a tradition that has as of late taken a backseat to weight-loss, beauty, and fitness — and even the world’s most famous couple Brad and Angelina are part of this renaissance. (Talk about trend-setting!)

This past week we’ve focused on ways to de-stress, covering everything from de-cluttering to unplugging to wellness in the workplace. Our de-stress week may be winding down, but before it does, we want to share just a bit more expert advice. Charlotte Prescott, director/spa & fitness and her dedicated staff at Canyon Ranch Hotel & […]

Someone once told me that meditating for 20 minutes is comparable to a two-hour nap. Whether actually true or not, I was willing to try. I sat myself down, legs folded, closed my eyes…but within exactly two minutes into trying to clear my mind, all sorts of thoughts littered my head – work, rent, just […]

I have a friend who is so addicted to her BlackBerry that she once checked her emails during a massage (unbeknownst to the therapist, she had sneakily tucked her phone in the pocket of her spa robe). Suffice to say it wasn’t the most relaxing spa experience. It’s okay to check your email while riding […]

For those of you rookies who didn’t realize it was Super Bowl weekend, this post is for you. Get psyched for the big game (it’s the Steelers versus the Packers in case you want to impress those sports-addicted friends with your football smarts) by taking a move out of SpaFinder’s playbook: Visit one of these […]

Been wondering what a Barre Method class is like? Still trying to figure out what Zumba is? Wellness Week™, March 21-27, is your chance to step out of your comfort zone and visit new spas, treatments, or fitness pursuits that you’ve been excited to try. Our Wellness Week™ partners will offer a menu of nontraditional options.

Stuck on gift-giving ideas for your cutie this Valentine’s Day? Chocolates and red roses are nice, but do they really beat a trip to the spa? We didn’t think so, either.

As Valentine’s Day approaches, love is in the air, and, apparently, in the spa. Getaway spas nationwide will offer couple’s overnight escapes or spa treatments for two that are seriously romantic (if Romeo and Juliet had known about these, maybe things might’ve worked out differently for them!)   Check out these spas that are setting […]

Cal-a-Vie Health Spa is offering a 25% discount off of its standard rates: Select from La Petite three- and four-night packages, or stay the entire week with the European seven-night program.

It’s called a workout, but that doesn’t mean it shouldn’t be fun. Exercise your right to visit one of these top getaway spas voted ‘Best Fitness Program’ in SpaFinder’s 2010 Readers’ Choice Awards.

If you’re like us, and spa-ing is your one true love, then celebrate this upcoming Valentine’s Day with a visit to one of your fave spa retreats. If you have a special someone, schedule a sumptuous, side-by-side couple’s massage, a hydrotherapy soak in a dual tub, or a private spa meal for two. If you’re […]

Losing weight tops the list of most-common New Year’s resolutions, so why not tip the scale in your favor? Kick off the year with a healthful trip to one of these top 10 favorite getaway spas – where you can spa and shed pounds at the same time – that were 2010 SpaFinder Readers’ Choice Awards winners for ‘”best for weight loss.”

Have you been naughty or nice this year? No matter – everyone deserves a bit of relaxation time during the holiday hustle and bustle, and ’tis the season for a shopping (and spa-ing) spree! We’ve shopped around to find select getaway destinations that combine both shop and spa. Check out the pure indulgence that these […]

Putting the Zzzzs in Zen has never been so simple. The award-winning Nob Hill Spa at San Francisco’s Huntington Hotel takes into account those of you in desperate need of a quick catnap before or after a spa treatment with the debut of its new Zen room.

Feeling a bit Scrooge-like this holiday season? It’s time to change your tune, because ’tis the season of giving, and getaway spas around the globe are presenting you with the gift of savings. Enjoy merry discounts with SpaFinder’s top ten deal picks for December. Offers so good, they could put everyone from Santa to Scrooge […]

This season, let one of these getaway spas, voted top ten best for winter sports for SpaFinder’s 2010 Readers’ Choice Awards, be your very own winter wonderland. These ten spa resorts are a haven for wintry weather enthusiasts, where snow takes center spotlight. Thrill seekers can schuss the daring slopes (one property boasts a vertical […]

Want an insider’s look at the top ten spa trends for 2011? Our expert and president Susie Ellis shares her insight on the spa industry in SpaFinder’s annual 2011 Spa Trend Report™. This global report, now in its eighth year, is based upon analyses from industry experts who visit hundreds of day and stay spas […]

Get ready to drive away with some spectacular savings! Avis and Budget are offering special deals for SpaFinder members – check out these great rates on car rentals below. Keep checking back because these deals change frequently!

Too much turkey and dressing this last week? With yummy Thanksgiving dinner and the just-as-good leftovers that follow in the days after, we’ve never felt more stuffed. If you’re like us, and ready to lose that post-Turkey Day weight gain, try losing weight the feng shui way, with useful tips provided by Medical Daily. Here’s […]

So it’s not really spa-related, but we here at SpaFinder love promoting a good cause. Which is exactly what our friends at VH1 are doing with its VH1 Divas Salute the Troops: Photo Mosaic campaign. Log in through Facebook Connect, and VH1 will add your profile pic to its mosaic (there are currently more than […]