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A Romantic California Spa Vacation
A visit to some romantic spas and resorts in California just might leave you feeling totally relaxed and rejuvenated!
Instead of rushing around trying to travel and see everything you can in 5 days, spa vacations offer fun and exercise, pampering relaxation, education on managing stress, and healthy and balanced eating.
When you arrive home, you really feel like you got away from it all, completely rested and renewed.
A spa vacation is more than just a jacuzzi and a hotel pool. It's a total holiday idea, designed for relaxation and revitalization. It also could be one of the best romantic vacations you've ever been on!
Why choose a California spa vacation?
While there are all sorts of spas in many different parts, the greatest choice of spa resorts in California are found near four areas: Los Angeles, San Francisco, San Diego, and Palm Springs.
For a 3 or 4 day getaway , spas are a great option. You get to see a picturesque part of the country, and you can relax and unwind!
Wondering what the difference is between a day spa and a destination spa?
There are others too, such as medical spas, mineral springs spas, and hotel spa resorts.
TIP: Plan ahead for the type of California spa vacation you'd like: If you prefer to stay in just one area, a destination spa is a good choice. On the other hand, if you want to travel the state and enjoy spas, consider several visits to day spas.
California Spa Vacation: What to ExpectIs a spa getaway just for losing weight? Not at all!
There are also spa resorts that offer stress management programs and nutrition seminars. It's worth checking as well to see if there are romantic packages offered, including weekend and honeymoon arrangements.
TIP: If you're shopping for good deal in a California spa vacation and have a bit of flexibility, ask about midweek specials (including romantic vacations packages) that often include all the usual amenities!
Now, you may be wondering: Will I have to get naked? Will I starve? Will I have to workout?
No!
California Spa ResortsBefore you choose your spa holiday, ask yourself: Will you want to relax and be pampered, or exercise? Do you like: golf, tennis, hiking, museums and cultural sites?
Is a fully scheduled California spa vacation what you want, or do you prefer to be more on your own? What type of setting are you looking for: city, desert, country, mountain or ocean/coastal? (California has them all!)
2 Examples of Vacation Resorts in California with Spas: The Ritz Carlton Half Moon Bay has a 16,000-square-foot spa and fitness complex complete with treatment rooms, whirlpool, steam rooms and sauna facilities. It also offers golfing. About 1 hr south of San Francisco.
The Lodge at Torrey Pines in La Jolla specializes in couples massages and restorative treatments. The ocean view resort is perfectly located for beach walks, and includes 2 restaurants and a variety of luxury amenities. Traveling to CaliforniaThere are 3 major gateways in California to fly into: Los Angeles, San Francisco and San Diego. These gateways offer the greatest choice of flights, airlines ground transportation.
Smaller airports, like Palm Springs, Burbank, and San Jose are popular with some low-fare carriers, so you might get a deal there.
California is the land of the automobile, so renting a car for your California spa vacation will give you the freedom to sample different day and destination spas as you please.
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Spa resorts emphasize healthy living. Some spas offer a wide choice of exercise and sports activities, such as aerobics, hiking, tennis, and golf. You can choose a total pampering type resort where relaxation is the order of the day. Also, there are many body treatments available, such as massages, facials, and aromatherapy.