Articles by Shari Rosenberg

Like fashion, many hot trends in spa are born in New York City. We sampled four of some of the best of what’s around in the city that never sleeps, but knows exactly how to melt away stress. Let’s hear it for New York.

Couples who’ve been can attest – Maui simply inspires romance, beckoning destination weddings, honeymoons and twosome escapes. My own romantic Maui adventure ensued across two of the island’s popular tourist regions: Wailea and West Maui.

The vibrant seaside city of Fort Lauderdale recently shed its former image as a spring break hub to become a new, upscale vacation alternative to ultra scene-y Miami Beach – all while on the eve of the city’s 100-year anniversary.

Getting the most out of life doesn’t have to be some abstract notion.  Sure, we all want to better ourselves and accomplish goals in our lives, but making it happen often becomes the challenge. A new product called The Lifeboard is an amazing tool to help individuals create a vision and make personal changes towards […]

If you’re lucky enough to actually enjoy spending time with either parent, I can’t say enough about how special it is to take a spa weekend together, especially at such a one-of-a-kind place like the Villagio Inn and Spa. My mom and I recently enjoyed a long weekend at this luxurious retreat in Napa, California.

An intoxicating sweetness fills the air in Maui, a place long regarded as one of the most romantic destinations in the world. Join SpaFinder’s editor on Part I of her dreamy adventure in a magical setting to four resorts (and their fabulous spas), the first of which are two SpaFinder Readers’ Choice favorites – the legendary Grand Wailea Resort & Spa and the newer Westin Ka’anapali Ocean Resort Villas.

A painless drive gets us to the Borgata in about two hours. From inside of the hotel, I have the sense, if I bat an eyelid, this could be Las Vegas. The sizeable entrance, which showcases grand pieces by stunning master glassblower Dale Chihuly, reminded of the Vegas-based Bellagio’s famous flower chandelier by the same artist. The Borgata is beautifully designed, colorfully modern and simply bustling with a young, well-dressed crowd, full of energy.

Shake off midwinter chill and banish the blahs with this extraordinary opportunity: Try four different Ayurvedic treatments for just $89. You’ll be soothed and energized by a 30-minute full-body Abhyanga massage with warm herbal oils, followed by a 20-minute head and facial massage, 20 minutes of hand and foot reflexology and 30 minutes of Shirodhara, a calming, centering therapy where warm herbal oil is gently poured onto your third eye.

Happy end of year! Now in its eighth year, SpaFinder’s Spa Trend Report™ showcases 10 trends forecast to influence spa experiences and the wellness industry this year and for decades to come. The report is developed by SpaFinder president Susie Ellis and derived from research with consumers, travel agents, spa professionals and industry leaders, as well as data from SpaFinder’s relationships with 9,000+ spas/salons across the globe.

All of us at SpaFinder want to wish you and yours a very happy New Year. From all corners of the Earth, we thank you for being part of the SpaFinder community and seeking to make wellness a part of your life.

We will be working hard in 2011 to give you fresh ideas and inspiration to help you live healthier and happier – from spa recipes and fitness tips to beauty at home and innovative spa treatments and retreats.

The year 2010 brought a ton of stand-out spa products our way! The go-to’s when it came to feeling and looking great were often the most simple and versatile items. From beauty to wellbeing, here are the top five spa products that SpaFinder’s editors couldn’t live without.

For ultra-luxurious, beachfront spa-ing in Miami Beach, Acqualina Resort & Spa on the Beach is the exquisite standout. The resort’s two-story, 20,000-square-foot ESPA is a tranquil sanctuary for a European-inspired spa experience. Guests at this award-winning spa can enjoy stunning views of the Atlantic coastline from the outdoor veranda, which features a spa pool, heated […]

In the heart of Miami’s South Beach are some of the hottest spas for poolside pampering and relaxation supreme.  The spa scene is sizzling on Collins Avenue (and beyond) at new, hip hotels like the Shore Club, as well as at the old-is-new hotels like the legendary Fontainebleau.  Hey spa-lovers, put these Seven Sexy South […]

Hey, Miami spa lovers! Enjoy the best happy hour in South Beach, combining a little bubbly, with a little spa, for a great big cause. The Palms Hotel & Spa hosts its weekly Sip & Spa event every Thursday in October, to raise funds for the Breast Cancer Research Foundation.

Los Cabos in Baja California is a stunning natural setting and a hot spot for spas that feature spiritual and indigenous treatments including one of the only thalassotherapy spas in North America.

Ashiatsu, a close cousin to shiatsu, is an ancient East Asian massage technique where the massage therapist utilizes her hands and feet to manipulate pressure points on? the body. Although ashiatsu is not found on most spa menus in the U.S., it has been performed by Buddhist monks for thousands of years. In Japanese, the word translates as “foot” (ashi) “pressure” (atsu). Different styles of barefoot massage have origins in China, India, Japan, the Philippines, and Thailand. Often a balancing prop is utilized such as ceiling bars; other times it is performed on a floor mat.

If you are a spa enthusiast and will be in Vegas this weekend (or if you live in town), here’s your chance to experience pampering and wellness, while never repeating the same treatment and never breaking the bank!

THIS JUST IN! Several of the spas in the SpaFinder Connoisseur Collection are participating in our SpaFinder Deal Days, the Wellness Week™! So if you are a local to any of these regions and have always wanted to try the fabulous destination spa in your ‘backyard,’ now’s your chance!

Cleopatra’s best-kept beauty secret.

Sometimes you don’t always have the time or funds to get away for a long retreat, so a staycation may be a perfect fit for you right now. If you love all-things-spa as much as we do, then you’ve likely experienced a spa day, but have you ever experienced a staycation? During a staycation – […]