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The Tubac Golf Resort & Spa announced its new Wellness Program describing it as both novel and exhilarating. Novel, because it includes a variety of summer events, activities and programs, emphasizing complete wellness. Exhilarating, because the programs are designed to stimulate your endorphins, the pathway to better yourself physically, mentally and emotionally. “Wellness is not just the absence of illness,” Kristi Gall, wellness director emphasized. “It is about engaging the whole network of mind, body, spirit and creativity. Our extensive Wellness Programs are designed to encourage creativity, movement, and fun.” A sample of the numerous summer programs offered include; Laughter Yoga Workshop, Healthy Grilling Techniques, Junior Golf Camp, Your Camera-Translating Emotions into Images, Your Health & Aromatherapy and Wine Tasting Socials featuring wines from Southern Arizona’s wine country.

The Spa at Tubac was just voted one of Top 50 Spa’s in the Southwest by Premier Spas of the Southwest – A Collection of the Finest Spas by Sonoran Spotlight. “We have an integrative health-based philosophy that will now include seasonal Wellness Programs which will complement our extensive alternative health care services provided at the spa,” Linda Cormier director of sales and marketing said. “In addition to our indulgent spa offerings we feature yoga, meditation, Qigong, acupuncture, herbal remedies, exercise programs, nutritional counseling and longevity programs,” Cormier continued. “We are working toward our next exciting program, which will feature the opportunity to experience a Native American Sweat Lodge. We expect this will be a life-changing experience for many of our guests.”

In August of 2007, The Tubac Golf Resort completed a $40 million renovation further establishing itself as one of Arizona’s premier destination resorts. The renovations included a luxurious Hacienda-style destination spa, 9 new and spectacular holes of golf, 52 new Hacienda guest accommodations, a 17th century replica mission style wedding Chapel and exclusive shops and galleries.

Originally settled in 1789 as the Otero Ranch, the absolutely gorgeous 500-acre property spans the ages in every way, from its 200-year old Otero House and ranch buildings to the beautifully integrated renovation. The Tubac Arizona Golf Resort & Spa features:

– 98 distinctive guest accommodations including the Otero House, Hacienda Suites, Casita Suites and Posada Rooms

– Three restaurants, Stables Restaurant, Dos Silos and La Cantina

– 27-holes of championship golf (featured in the film “Tin Cup” starring Kevin Costner and Rene Russo)

– The Spa at Tubac, a 4000 sq. ft. Hacienda-style spa

– Over 7000 sq. feet of conference, banquet, wedding and event space, all reflecting the unique cultural heritage of the original Otero Ranch

Incredible Value summer packages include, Spa Lovers Beat the Heat Retreat, Stay 3 Nights - 4th Night Free, Unlimited Golf for 2, Girl Power Getaway Package, Golf Stay & Play Package, Romantic Rendezvous Package and South of the Border Package. Check out www.tubacgolfresort.com for even more great Incredible Value packages.

The Tubac Golf Resort & Spa, truly an oasis in Southern Arizona, is located in Tubac, which was just named as one of America’s top 25 art destinations by American Style Magazine. In addition to its world-renowned galleries, Tubac features the Tubac Culinary School offering cooking classes in an ultra-modern demonstration kitchen.

Other noteworthy area attractions include the famous De Anza Trail, Tumacacori Mission, Tubac Presidio State Park, Fred Lawrence Whipple Observatory and Titan Missile Museum. World-renowned birding exists throughout the immediate countryside. Within an hour are Nogales, Sonora in Old Mexico, Arizona-Sonoran Desert Museum, Kartchner Caverns and Southern Arizona’s wine country.

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Spa services now offered by Hotel Roanoke

The Hotel Roanoke now offers in-room spa services.

Susan Merryman stayed up nights trying to figure out how to incorporate spa services into a 125-year-old hotel.

Everything needed to be portable, so she searched high and low to find the perfect pedicure basins, manicure table and massage tables with wheels.
The owner of On Location Spa Services in Roanoke, wanted to create the most unobtrusive, relaxing and exclusive getaway for her clients.
Next, the 20-year spa-therapy veteran assembled a staff of 10 — including massage therapists, an aesthetician and a hairstylist.

Now, visitors and guests of the Hotel Roanoke & Conference Center can treat themselves to soothing massages, facials, manicures, pedicures, makeup applications and hairstyles in a guestroom.
A new spa suite is also available on the first floor, where there is room for couples and private parties.

“It is the ultimate experience to have the services done in the privacy of their hotel room,” said Merryman, who said the services are unique to Southwest Virginia hotels.

Services are available from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday through Saturday. Merryman said Saturday nights is a popular time for couples massages.
The hotel began offering services May 1 and, within the first month, more than 80 services were requested, she said.

Gary Walton, general manager of the Hotel Roanoke, said when Merryman approached him with an idea to add a spa to the hotel’s services, he was intrigued.

But he wasn’t quite sure if it would work for the hotel.
After doing some research, Walton said he found that most hotels offering this type of service were tapping into a niche audience.
“This is just another service that guests are looking for today in the world of hotels today,” he said.

The addition of spa services is catering to hotel patrons who value pampering themselves, he explained.
“In society today, people pamper themselves. They look for opportunities to have stress relief,” he said.

The hotel is considering opening a full-pledged spa in the future. Demand for Merryman’s services will help hotel officials make the decision.
If this happens, private sessions be available, Walton said.
“People are looking for that type of quality and service in a hotel,” Walton said.

The new service not only benefits guests staying at the hotel, but also welcomes locals to experience the hotel-exclusive treatments.
“By coming to the Hotel Roanoke, locals can get a private mini-vacation with all the services,” she said.

Jessica and Parker Humphreys, residents of Roanoke, went in for a hour-long full-body massage as a cap off to a beach vacation on Wednesday.
They had their own reserved room complete with candle light and mood music.

“I thought it was wonderful, I really enjoyed having our own room,” she said.
Locals seeking a romantic weekend getaway are not the only ones taking advantage of the new spa services. Busy businesspeople are, too.

One customer came in during her lunch break for a quick pedicure, while other locals come in after work, order some wine and hors d’oeuvres and let the therapists massage their stress from work away.
Bonney Bashore, a pharmaceutical representative, said she travels to Roanoke once a week for business.

Tuesday night she received a massage. She said when she called the hotel to ask for spa recommendations, she wasn’t expecting to hear that the hotel had its own spa service.
“It is wonderful. It’s very convenient for the business traveler and a great service for a hotel to have,” she said.

Although the service is very convenient, one complaint Bashore had was the price. She said the hotel spa services are more expensive than other spas she has visited in town.

For example, Body Sense Day Spa and Clinic on Second Street in Southwest Roanoke offers a relaxation massage starting at $50 for a 50-minute session. The hotel offers hour-long massages starting at $110.
But many of Merryman’s customers agree that the quality, privacy and convenience are worth every cent.

Spa services are just one way the historical hotel continues to keep up with the ever-changing industry, Walton said.
“As we step into the next century, we are continuing with the history of the hotel,” he said.
“When you’re a property that’s 125 years old, there’s a lot of firsts and new services that have been introduced over the years.”

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The Wyland Waikiki Opens New Spa

The Wyland Waikiki, Hawaii’s only art-design hotel in the heart of Waikiki, welcomes Spa Pure and Spada Bar and Restaurant as its newest tenants to the 403-room property at 400 Royal Hawaiian Avenue.

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“The addition of Spa Pure and Spada have brought a new energy to The Wyland Waikiki and round out the guest experience at the hotel,” said Robin Graf, general manager of The Wyland Waikiki. “The response from our guests, visitors traversing the neighborhood and residents thus far has been extremely positive. It’s great to know we’ve brought something new and exciting to this ‘off-the-beaten-path’ side of Waikiki.”

Spa Pure , a new day spa, opened this month and offers guests a full menu of massage services and treatments, including in-room and poolside offerings ranging from relaxing deep tissue therapy to shiatsu, four-hands, and foot massages. Spa Pure, with four treatment rooms, is also the first and only facility in Hawaii to offer Ganban Yoku stone table treatments, a special therapy made famous in Japan that cleanses and detoxifies the body.

Another unique experience exclusively offered at Spa Pure is the Ocean Massage, combining the elements of water, salt, wind, and weightlessness to restore balance and comfort to the shoulders, lower back, and feet. The treatment involves gentle, non-strenuous, and flowing therapeutic stretch positions while supported by the buoyancy of the water in a specially heated pool. Experienced therapists facilitate the movements and in stable floating positions apply shiatsu pressure for an incomparable healing massage. Through this exercise, transcendent weightlessness, effortless grace, and undisturbed perfect relaxation are achieved.

In celebration of Spa Pure’s opening, The Wyland Waikiki is offering a “Room and Spa” package starting at $269 per night (excluding tax) through December 21, 2008, which includes accommodations and complimentary room upgrade (upon availability), a signature Ocean Massage treatment for two, and an Ocean Essence Lotion Mist spa amenity.

A minimum three-night stay is required, special rate cannot be combined with any other offer, and package is subject to change and availability.

“Spa Pure will offer our guests some of the most advanced and innovative techniques and services available in the health and wellness market today,” Graf said. “It’s all part of our effort to provide a unique experience that can’t be had anywhere else.”

The Wyland Waikiki is also excited to announce the opening of Spada Bar and Restaurant serving breakfast, lunch and dinner on the lobby level located on the corner of Royal Hawaiian and Kuhio avenues. The restaurant features intimate indoor and al fresco-style dining and a diverse Northern Italian inspired menu crafted by Executive Chef Tony Domingue, a graduate of the International Culinary School in Houston, Texas who has worked and trained under some of America’s top chefs, including Fritz Gitzchner (Houston Country Club), Scott Bryan (Veritas in New York) and Scott Tycer (Aries in Houston, Texas).

Spada’s breakfast menu offers a selection of morning favorites including Eggs Benedict, Salmon Benedict, a variety of Omelettes, Spada Scrambles (scrambled eggs served on a croissant with choice of breakfast meat, spinach, or artichoke), and fresh seasonal fruit.

The lunch and dinner menus are packed with flavor offering traditional antipasti, insalate, pizzas, pastas, and classic Italian entrees featuring chicken, pork, beef, and fresh seafood. Menu highlights include Lombata Di Maiale (pork tenderloin served with a port sun-dried cranberry reduction), Filetto Di Manzo (filet mignon toped with sun-dried tomato basil mascarpone), and Pesce Del Giorno (fresh fish of the day).

Rounding out the menu is a selection of dolce (desserts) highlighted by Gelati Misti (gelato or sorbet), Budino Di Pane (vanilla spiced bread pudding), and Tiramisu (homemade ladyfingers drizzled with espresso and frangellico, layered with mascarpone cheese, and cream).

Spada Bar and Restaurant is open daily for breakfast, lunch, and dinner:

* Breakfast - 7:00 to 10:30 a.m.

* Lunch - 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

* Dinner - Sunday through Thursday from 5:30 to 10:00 p.m.; Friday and Saturday from 5:30 to 11:00 p.m.

Reservations are recommended and can be made by calling the restaurant directly at 808-931-6222. Validated valet parking is available.

For reservations at The Wyland Waikiki or more information about Hawaii’s first and only art-design hotel, please call 866-346-4679

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Hilton Columbus/Polaris Officially Opens It Doors Making It the Sixth Hilton Hotel in the Buckeye State

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Travelers to Ohio’s largest city have a new option for where to prepare for or rest their heads after a busy day. Hilton Hotels Corporation and FLG Hospitality announced the opening of the Hilton Columbus/Polaris, a nine-story, 252-guest room hotel featuring contemporary designed and world-class meeting facilities.

The Hilton Columbus/Polaris is operated by NP Platinum Hotel, LLC under a franchise license agreement with Hilton Inns, Inc., a wholly-owned subsidiary of Hilton Hotels Corporation and managed by FLG Hospitality.

“As the first full-service hotel built in the Polaris area we’re proud to help bring Hilton hospitality to business and leisure travelers visiting this beautiful part of the world,” said Scott Somerville, president and principle of FLG Hospitality. “The Hilton Columbus/Polaris is situated minutes away from world-renowned corporate centers, and world-class shopping and entertainment, making it the ideal location for meetings and conventions.”

The Hilton Columbus/Polaris is conveniently located off of I-71 and Polaris Parkway. The Hotel is surrounded by spectacular shopping, dining and nightlife options of the Polaris, Westerville and Delaware area. The hotel is 12 miles from the Port Columbus International Airport. Its prime location is adjacent to the hip Polaris Fashion Place, and a short drive to The Ohio State University, the Ohio and Palace Theatres and the Columbus Zoo & Aquarium. Sports fans will be delighted by the hotel’s proximity to Nationwide Arena, and the Columbus Crew and Columbus Clippers stadiums.

Each guestroom has been newly furnished with the Hilton Serenity Collection® of upscale in-room amenities, which includes the Hilton Serenity Bed Suite Dreams® mattress by Serta®, Pacific Coast® mattress pads and top-quality linens and pillows. Standard amenities also include the Hilton Serenity Bath Collection, featuring the exclusive Crabtree & Evelyn line of La Source® bath products; a Cuisinart® dual-cup, single brew coffeemaker and Lavazza® coffee; and the easy-to-set Hilton Family alarm clock with MP3 player connectivity. All of the hotel’s 252 rooms are equipped with 32-inch flat panel LCD televisions and high-speed Internet access.

In addition, the hotel’s 2,000 ft² day spa, Le Papillon, provides an array of services sure to pamper and indulge even the busiest travelers. The spa will celebrate its grand opening in July and will also offer a variety of spa packages.

To keep up with their fitness and wellness routines, guests can take advantage of the hotel’s swimming pool and fitness center featuring Hilton Fitness by Precor® equipment. Those looking for outdoor adventures can go golfing or hiking just minutes from the hotel.

“With this new addition to our portfolio we’re proud to give travelers another great option when visiting the state of Ohio,” said Jeff Diskin, senior vice president – brand management, Hilton Hotels & Resorts. “Whether traveling for business or pleasure the Hilton Columbus/Polaris offers terrific access to all that Columbus and Hilton have to offer.”

The Hilton Columbus/Polaris is located at 8700 Lyra Drive, Columbus, OH 43240.

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Extension to the Canyon Ranch SpaClub

The Canyon Ranch SpaClub fitness and wellness facility at the Venetian hotel in Las Vegas, Nevada, US, is to nearly double in size.

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The current 69,000sq ft (6,410sq m) facility will be expanded to 134,000sq ft (12,449sq m) and will also service The Palazzo hotel.

The revamped SpaClub will include massage, skincare and body treatment rooms, a 40ft (12.1m) climbing wall, beauty salon and an Aquavana suite of thermal spa cabins, experiential showers, cold rooms and aqua thermal bathing experiences.

The extension is expected to be finished by late 2008 with portions of the expansion opening as soon as they are completed.

The SpaClub first opened in 1999 and is one of the largest of its kind in North America.

The inaugural Canyon Ranch Living, in Miami Beach, US, will fully open in October 2008 as a wellness community dedicated to healthy living. However, it was recently announced that another Canyon Ranch Living property in Chicago, US, has been canceled.

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