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Marriage, Menopause & Manners: Dear Abby’s Spa Sense

Today I read that Dear Abby passed away at age 94. If you don’t know who that is, nee Pauline Phillips, she wrote a syndicated advice column under the pseudonym Abigail Van Buren. It got me to...

Jan 17, 2013 Like

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Dish Up A Spa Supper for the Golden Globe Awards

Tomorrow night is the Golden Globe Awards and guess which of our fave spa hotels is hosting? The Beverly Hilton! We’re betting there will be so many stars in their Aqua Star Spa tomorrow, the...

Jan 13, 2013 Like

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London Styled Lounge for Ogling the Olympics

Can you believe it’s time for the Olympics? I get weary of the whole hullaballoo by the time it’s over, but am always super excited about watching those opening ceremonies, they usually rock!...

Jul 27, 2012 Like

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Watch Out

Do you know what time it is? Have you noticed the lack of wristwatches? We look at iphones, etc. for the time. How boring is that? I need a break from phones (banned at spas), second, you have to...

Jul 24, 2012 Like

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Dr. No “Worries” Spa: Sans Souci, Jamaica

Part of Dr. No was filmed at the Sans Souci resort in Jamaica which, lucky for us, is still in business! It’s now a couples retreat, perfect for Valentine’s Day coming up!, and we went undercover...

Jan 17, 2012 Like

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Spot On: Whimsical + Polka Wow

Today’s Spot On Sense-ational Style is all about the WOW factor – you won’t forget to dot your “eyes” with this punchy and fun wall treatment – any more stimulation would be overload and so un spa!...

Jan 13, 2012 Like

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Dr. No Inspiration: Gilded Bed Ruffles

Well it’s January and we’re welcoming it with a No – Dr. No that is – this month’s James Bond theme is the very first caper. As I watched the trailer below, something caught my eye right away. The...

Jan 13, 2012 Like

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Spot On: Cozy French Dining Room + Tea Tasting

Today’s Spot On Sense-ational Style is this French laundry styled dining room dripping in linen. A retreat for the palate & the body – as loads of gathers envelop the table, chairs and windows....

Jan 12, 2012 Like

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2012: The Year of 007 Style

I think of Art of the Spa as a secret agent – spying on luxury spas and stealing secrets for our lush lairs. This year our mission comes to life, as we designate 2012 the Year of 007 Spa Style....

Jan 11, 2012 Like

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Spot On: Warming “Sauna” Bathroom + Touch

This bathroom is all about warmth! From the rich wood shelving and accents to the surround of the window which mimic a sauna. And though you won’t want to touch it literally, the see-through...

Jan 11, 2012 Like

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Spot On: Cozy + Roses

Lookie what I found over on Meet Mina’s blog. . . a cozy living area in white and lavendar. Dig the moody painting and iron fixture in the mirror which make white warm. And, breathe in deeply, can...

Jan 10, 2012 Like

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Spot On: Whimsical + Touch

When I look at this bicycle for the bath, I can’t help but think of how nifty it would be to run my fingers along the spokes of the wheels – and how the cool metal mimics the feel of the faucets....

Jan 6, 2012 Like

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Spot On: Sense-ational Style

We LOVE all of the hugging you have given our Spa House Daily Spots! But you know, it’s a New Year and since we are all about style that moves our senses, we’ve decided it would even more fun to...

Jan 6, 2012 Like

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Resolution Bowl New Year’s Day Party

Every year I throw a New Year’s Day Resolution Bowl where we lounge and doctor our New Year’s Eve hangovers. The crown jewel of this event is the “Resolution Bowl”. As each guest arrives, he/she...

Jan 1, 2012 Like

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Living the Life. . . Art of the Spa 411

What is Art of the Spa? Hint: Nope, we’re not taking baths all day. . . “Oh no, not another crunchy, granola, taupe marble, take a million baths, do a face mask, light a candle spa at home...

Dec 31, 2011 Like

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New Year’s Eve Spa Spot: Monkeying Around in Costa Rica

This New Year’s Eve wouldn’t it be amazing to be in Costa Rica at the Hotel Parador Resort & Spa? You too could monkey around like this little guy:

Dec 31, 2011 Like

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DIY: A New Year’s Tree to Make Wishes Come True

My recent visit to Golden Door Spa got me wondering how Japan celebrates the holidays. Though Japan doesn’t officially celebrate Christmas, they do love our western seasonal traditions with...

Dec 31, 2011 Like

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Leftover Bake-Off Bash

What could be more fun than your favorite pals, loads of juicy holiday dish, and wine? How about baked goodies that turn your fridge full of stray food into culinary delights? Whether you made them...

Dec 29, 2011 Like

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Prezzies for Your Pad: Neckties

It’s the thought that counts true, but some gifts need more thinking than others – like those old standbys that well wishing friends and fam shower upon us. It may be tradition, or in fun,...

Dec 29, 2011 Like

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Tree Trimming on Christmas Eve

Between all the parties, travel and other fa-la-la-festivities, decorating my own tree seems to get left till the last minute. And I think that is perfect – because 1. All those ornaments you got...

Dec 25, 2011 Like

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Seasonal De-Stress Spot: All is Calm, All is Bright

Anika Organic Luxury spa treatment products sent me this gorgeous e-card. Just had to share – you can experience the line at top spas like Badrutt’s Palace in Switzerland & The Augustine in Prague!

Dec 22, 2011 Like

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Seasonal Spot: Orchid & Silver Disco Dazzle

The Izek Day Spa on Lakeshore in Oakland, CA decking it out a la disco with striking orchid lavender and silver palette – that tree is spa-velous! Note the deer around the tree too cute! How can...

Dec 22, 2011 Like

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SpaHouse Seasonal Spot: A Flirty Faux Furry Forest

Doesn’t this snowy faux forest room at the Hotel Mont Blanc spa in Megeve, France make you feel like riding in a one horse open sleigh? Adoring the faux fur chairs!

Dec 19, 2011 Like

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SpaHouse Seasonal Spot: Chill like Snow White

A snow wrap at the Hotel Mont Blanc in Megeve, France - a sparkling way to chill this holiday season.

Dec 16, 2011 Like

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Golden Door Diary: Day 1

Our recent Spa Brunch radio broadcast at the Golden Door Spa in Escondido, California, gave us loads of ideas to share! This diary is my daily account of treasures spotted – where I’ll reveal take...

Dec 16, 2011 Like

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SpaHouse Seasonal Spot: Starry Night at Mont Blanc

The Hotel Mont Blanc’s starlit snowy facade welcomes guests to the mountain retreat and spa with glamour and warmth. Even the window boxes flaunt red and white underlit plants!

Dec 15, 2011 Like

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Spa Seasonal Spot: Candle Cozy at Grove Park Inn

I can’t think of a better way to unwind during the holidays than beside a candlelit fireplace like this cozy one at Grove Park Inn in Asheville, NC. The robe is available in their online boutique.

Dec 14, 2011 Like

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SpaHouse Seasonal Spot: Swingin’ 60s Lime Time

If you are more of a retro spa stylista you will crave this lime and white decor so sixties! It really sets off the gray without being overly frilly and keeping clean lines.

Dec 7, 2011 Like

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Spa House Seasonal Spot: Domino Christmas

When your room is a dark color, a light tree really pops! Would you go light with your tree?

Dec 1, 2011 Like

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Opening the door to the Golden Door Spa

What goes on behind the doors of the famed Golden Doors of the Golden Door Spa in Escondido, California where celebrities like Barbara Streisand go to rejuvenate? Beginning Sunday December 4, 2011...

Nov 30, 2011 Like

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Art of the Spa

Marriage, Menopause & Manners: Dear Abby’s Spa Sense

Dish Up A Spa Supper for the Golden Globe Awards

London Styled Lounge for Ogling the Olympics

Watch Out

Dr. No “Worries” Spa: Sans Souci, Jamaica

Spot On: Whimsical + Polka Wow

Dr. No Inspiration: Gilded Bed Ruffles

Spot On: Cozy French Dining Room + Tea Tasting

2012: The Year of 007 Style

Spot On: Warming “Sauna” Bathroom + Touch

Spot On: Cozy + Roses

Spot On: Whimsical + Touch

Spot On: Sense-ational Style

Resolution Bowl New Year’s Day Party

Living the Life. . . Art of the Spa 411

New Year’s Eve Spa Spot: Monkeying Around in Costa Rica

DIY: A New Year’s Tree to Make Wishes Come True

Leftover Bake-Off Bash

Prezzies for Your Pad: Neckties

Tree Trimming on Christmas Eve

Seasonal De-Stress Spot: All is Calm, All is Bright

Seasonal Spot: Orchid & Silver Disco Dazzle

SpaHouse Seasonal Spot: A Flirty Faux Furry Forest

SpaHouse Seasonal Spot: Chill like Snow White

Golden Door Diary: Day 1

SpaHouse Seasonal Spot: Starry Night at Mont Blanc

Spa Seasonal Spot: Candle Cozy at Grove Park Inn

SpaHouse Seasonal Spot: Swingin’ 60s Lime Time

Spa House Seasonal Spot: Domino Christmas

Opening the door to the Golden Door Spa

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Art of the Spa

Marriage, Menopause & Manners: Dear Abby’s Spa Sense

Dish Up A Spa Supper for the Golden Globe Awards

London Styled Lounge for Ogling the Olympics

Watch Out

Dr. No “Worries” Spa: Sans Souci, Jamaica

Spot On: Whimsical + Polka Wow

Dr. No Inspiration: Gilded Bed Ruffles

Spot On: Cozy French Dining Room + Tea Tasting

2012: The Year of 007 Style

Spot On: Warming “Sauna” Bathroom + Touch

Spot On: Cozy + Roses

Spot On: Whimsical + Touch

Spot On: Sense-ational Style

Resolution Bowl New Year’s Day Party

Living the Life. . . Art of the Spa 411

New Year’s Eve Spa Spot: Monkeying Around in Costa Rica

DIY: A New Year’s Tree to Make Wishes Come True

Leftover Bake-Off Bash

Prezzies for Your Pad: Neckties

Tree Trimming on Christmas Eve

Seasonal De-Stress Spot: All is Calm, All is Bright

Seasonal Spot: Orchid & Silver Disco Dazzle

SpaHouse Seasonal Spot: A Flirty Faux Furry Forest

SpaHouse Seasonal Spot: Chill like Snow White

Golden Door Diary: Day 1

SpaHouse Seasonal Spot: Starry Night at Mont Blanc

Spa Seasonal Spot: Candle Cozy at Grove Park Inn

SpaHouse Seasonal Spot: Swingin’ 60s Lime Time

Spa House Seasonal Spot: Domino Christmas

Opening the door to the Golden Door Spa

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