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From DestinationSpaVacations In The News Rev Up Your Vacation
You just got back from a super luxurious vacation by the beach. You’re 6 shades darker, 12 pounds heavier (well only 7 pounds heavier if you weigh yourself on one foot and round down 5 pounds) and completely exhausted from all that partying! I love vacations! But sometimes you come back to the real world and feel like you need another vacation from your vacation and then, of course, you’ll need a vacation from that vacation and then….aaaahggghhh!!! You let yourself drink more, you indulge in foods you might not normally eat and you take advantage of that great, new culture by staying out into the wee morning hours. It’s fun, but it can take a toll! For example, Keith Richards is really only 23 years old. These days fitness-oriented vacations are rising in popularity. Although there is certainly nothing wrong with sipping Pina Coladas and lounging by the pool all day, many young, active travelers are looking for something more. Many resorts and spas are now offering ‘life-enriching’ packages that benefit both the traveler’s body and mind. Although relaxation remains a key element to any vacation, when combined with a fun active lifestyle your vacation gets a dose of healthy as well. Here are a few fun travel ideas to get your healthy va-k started. It’s a vigorous mix of super lux treats and seriously discounted deals! Taheima Wellness Resort Nestled on the Mexican Riviera, Nayarit is just north of Puerto Vallarta. Taheima offers a life-enhancing vacation for those who seek wellness as well as intellectual stimulation. The brand new beachside hotel offers luxury accommodations set in a tropical lagoon, a state-of-the-art fitness center, an array of spa treatments and a healthy gourmet cuisine. In addition, the hotel offers 25 different daily classes for body and mind including Spanish classes, dance, yoga, art, cooking, and meditation. Right now the hotel is offering a special soft opening rate of $162 per person, per night, based on double occupancy. The package includes accommodations, all wellness and learning classes, daily 60 minute massages, access to the gym and beach club, all food, sodas and even nightly cocktails. Red MountainResort and Spa With spectacular views of the red mountains and canyons, the setting of this ultra chic resort and spa can’t be beat. You’ll find a vast selection of calorie burning activities, healthy dining, a pampering spa, and recreational services. Utah is a fitness enthusiasts dream and the spa can help you with kayaking, hiking, golfing and more. Best of all, if you’re ready to get away now the Spa is offering the Summer Sunsation special where guests can save $200 a night. The healthy retreat includes early morning rock hikes, 3 nutritious meals, unlimited fitness classes, cooking demos, pool time, yoga and one 50-minute massage in Sagestone Spa & Salon – $219 per person, per night. In August the spa is also offering 2 great 1 week fitness packages – Bootcamp Week and Yoga Week. Check out the website for more details. The Oaks at Ojai The Oaks is a classic California destination health spa that was formerly known as the original fat farm of the late 1970’s. The low-key stress-free spa offers a relaxing getaway that focuses on healthy weight loss and wellness along with a wide array of relaxing spa treatments. This September 6-17th the spa is offering a great family discount! Grab your mom and recharge your fitness battery with their annual Mother/Daughter week. Each daughter who shares a room with her Mom gets 40 percent off the regular price, meaning that the cost for the daughter is $115.20 per night. The fun and affordable bonding vacation includes their super healthy 1000 calorie per day spa cuisine menu, 15 fun and effective fitness activities, swimming pool, hot whirlpool, sauna and evening activities. Outdoord Bound Get pumped up for an exotic adventure this December with Outdoor Bound. The eight-day multi-sport vacation to Ecuador blends adrenaline, relaxation, and a whole lot of fun. Throughout the adventure-packed trip you’ll explore volcanoes, craters, rain forests, waterfalls and more. Guests will have the opportunity to try out a zip line, go hiking, swimming and indulge in exotic foods. To top it all off, your nights will be spent at a luxury resort so you can rest after your action filled days. The trip retails for $1,445 (all inclusive accommodations, local transportation, food, activities etc.), with a discount offered for registration by September 30. Biggest Loser Resort Ever wondered what it was like to be on the popular TV show? Well now is your chance (without all the TV exposure and grand prize money). This unique resort offers a calorie-controlled and structured program to help speed up weight loss. The one-week minimum stay offers fitness classes such as hiking, cardio, aerobics, aquatic classes, a spa cuisine, an education series, and one-on-one consultations with personal trainers and dieticians. The southern Utah resort is in full-swing while a Malibu location will be opening this September. Weekly rates begin at $1,600 for double occupancy. Olive Harvest Biking Tour Get your workout on with a serious side of decadence on Ciclismo Classico’s first ever Olive Harvest Cycling Tour. Cyclists bike across Italy (22 miles per day) for 6 days while drinking great wine, eating fantastic food, touring different Italian towns and learning about the olive oil making process. Guests will also have the opportunity to hunt for truffles and conclude the trip with an evening of “La Dolce Vita” in Rome. The cost of the 6 day biking adventure starts at $3,795. Okay, it’s expensive but it’s a once in a lifetime kind of trip. Safari Surf School Surf’s up at this week-long Safari Surf Fit Camp in Costa Rica this fall.From Nov. 7 – 14 fitness guru Peter Estabrooks will lead guests through daily cardiovascular beach workouts, poolside balance and muscular endurance sessions. Further, guests will have the opportunity to ride the waves with surf lessons from ISA (International Surfing Association) certified instructors. The fun fitness packages also includes surf specific yoga classes, massages, all transportation in Costa Rica, lodging, daily breakfast and dinners, and professional surf photos and videos. And maybe best of all, guru Peter Estabrooks guarantees that participants will lose 5 – 7 pounds during the week if they follow his training/nutrition regimen. The package starts at $1,100 for the week and the school will offer additional discounts to groups or families. 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