We all know going to the dentist is a pain the butt! Some people have such a strong fear of it, they don’t go for years! I had one of the most amazing and unique opportunities to visit a dental SPA in Beverly Hills at Ora Dentistry Spa. Dr. Sam Saleh is revolutionizing the way […]
Spa Reviews
SPA REVIEW: Grand Velas Resort in Riviera Maya, Mexico
I had the opportunity to visit and enjoy the beautiful Grand Velas Resort in the incomparable Riviera Maya. With crystal clear blue waters and some of the best beaches in the world, Riviera Maya is the destination if you are looking for rest, relaxation and revitalization. It’s very close to the resort town of Cancun, […]
REVIEW: Laniwai Spa at Disney’s Aulani Resort & Spa
I took the opportunity to escape the cold wintery weather and visit sunny, tropical Hawaii over the holidays. I know, I don’t expect you to feel sorry for me! The quick weekend getaway is pretty easy from Los Angeles (it’s been cold here too, I promise) – a short 5-hour flight over the Pacific Ocean […]
Top Five Best Airport Spas
Let’s face it: the airport can be a really stressful place. Whether you are late for a flight or have a 6 hour layover with absolutely nothing to do, the more options at an airport, the easier and more relaxing your journey will be. One way to spend your time and arrive at your destination […]
SPA REVIEW: JW Marriott Palm Desert Resort and Spa
I recently had the chance to get out of the big city of Los Angeles and head into the hot desert to the J.W. Marriott Desert Springs Resort and Spa. The resort itself is easy to access and just far enough outside bustling palm springs that you will truly feel like you are in a […]
Things to Look For in a Really Good Spa (And What You Should Expect)
Many people enjoy the spa at hotels while on vacation, whether that’s a five-star hotel or a three-star, more and more hotels are featuring spas as a main attraction point. The folks over at Hotel Chatter put together a great list of what to look for in an amazing spa — some of them seem […]
Traditional Hammam: A Moroccan Experience
I recently had the chance to travel to Marrakech, Morocco for a spa conference – learning all about traditional, new, and innovative spa experience, both at home and some of the current must-have treatments in the spa. I have a lot of things to share, but more on that later! During my time there, I […]
Ritz Carleton Uses Rooftop Garden for Spa Treatments
I got the chance to visit the Ritz Carleton spa in Downtown Los Angeles this week. It ended up proving to be the best little mid-week “pick me up” and just what I needed to get past hump day! If you get a chance, I totally recommend making a spa appointment on a Wednesday — […]
REVIEW: The Spa at Terranea Resort
I had the pleasure of visiting the Terranea Resort on the Palos Verdes Pennisula over the weekend. This was a weekend of relaxation for me and man did I need it! As a travel journalist, it had been a while since I had the opportunity to get out of my routine — and sometimes all […]
Harmony and Health Day Spa Review
Before diving into my spa review, I wanted to let everyone know this will be my last post for Spa Hopper. While I’ve enjoyed sharing with everyone my spa experiences and news, my life is going to take a major step in the corporate world and, though I’ll definitely need to go to a spa […]