Top 5 Fabulous Spa Vacations in the U.S.

With thousands of spas to choose from across the United States, a spa vacation at a luxurious resort is yours for the asking. But how do you choose? First, it's important to identify what you're hoping for in a spa vacation. If relaxation and rejuvenation is what you want, try a full service resort spa that offers basic and specialized spa treatments, fitness and nutritional options. If you need to jump start a diet or exercise routine, check out any number of health and wellness spas. These usually feature executive physicals, spa treatments, yoga, meditation, fitness, nutrition and so much more.

The cost of a spa vacation varies dramatically. Some spas package hotel rooms with basic and specialized spa services. Others offer all-inclusive packages. Where are the deals? Check with your Credit Card Company, frequent flyer program, and travel agent for spa discounts and promotions. Or, check out the spa's website for online deals and coupons. Do your research, and you will find the best fit for your and your family.

Ready to hit the road for your spa vacation? Check out these Top 5 Fabulous Spa Vacations in the US. Sure to please. Sure to rejuvenate.

Omni Bedford Springs Resort
2138 Business Route 220, Bedford, Pennsylvania 15522
Telephone: (814) 623-8100
Website: www.Bedford-Springs-Resort.com
Features: Four season resort and National Historic Landmark. 216 guest rooms and suites, outdoor pool and heated mineral springs-fed indoor pool, 25 miles of hiking trails, and 18-hole golf course. Array of spa treatments, indoor and outside activities.
Rates: Vary. Call resort for details.

You must visit this great spa and resort in the beautiful Allegheny Mountains, south-central Pennsylvania. For more than 200 years, the eight mineral springs located on the resort's property have played host to some of the leading figures in history, celebrities, and dignitaries from around the world, including 10 US Presidents. Check out Bedford Falls for some R&R on 2,200-acres. Great dining options, including gourmet eats in the 1796 Room, American cuisine at the Frontier Tavern, elegant dining in the Crystal Room or light fair inside or poolside.

Lake Austin Spa Resort
1705 South Quinlan Park Road, Austin, Texas 78732
Telephone (800) 847-5637
Website: www.lakeaustin.com/
Features: Full service spa. 20 different fitness programs and activities offered daily. Beautifully appointed guest rooms in gorgeous Texas hill country.
Rates: Vary. All vacation packages include gracious accommodations, three healthy gourmet meals daily, and unlimited fitness activities and discovery programs.

Find out why Lake Austin Spa Resort is rated #1 by Conde Nast for destination spas in the United States. Guest rooms decorated with elegant furnishings crafted by local artisans. Healthy cuisine, featuring fresh vegetables from the Resort's own gardens. A real gem in Texas hill country. Multi-million dollar Lake House Spa expansion adds 25,000 square feet of pure spa bliss, includes more than 30 indoor and outdoor treatment spaces, private outdoor couples suite, the Palm Pool, hot tub, sauna and steam rooms. A great all-American destination for your spa vacation.

Green Valley Spa
1871 West Canyon View Drive Saint George, Utah 84770
Telephone: (800) 237-1068
Website: www.greenvalleyspa.com
Features: Full service health spa. Services include massage, weight loss, pain management, addiction recovery, and other therapies.
Rates: Vary. Call Spa for details.

Check out family-owned Green Valley Spa for a vacation spa resort that has your health and wellness in mind. Green Valley Spa boasts 4-Diamond accommodations, spa and wellness programs, fitness, tennis, golf instruction and facilities. Great ready for a health spa vacation at Green Valley. All the comforts of home, lovely rose garden, and cool red rock canyon views. A great spa getaway.

Golden Door
Escondido, California/other locations
Website: www.goldendoor.com
Telephone: (800) 424-0777 (toll free); (760) 744-5777 (local)
Features: 80 different classes and activities. Fitness classes for cardiovascular health and mind/body offerings such as yoga and t'ai chi.
Rates: Room rates and spa treatments vary. Call Golden Door for details.

Who hasn't heard of the Golden Door? For more than 50 years, the Golden Door has been renowned for its pampering beauty treatments, luxurious massage, educational lectures and Zen-inspired gardens. Check out Golden Door's massages, facials, beauty treatments, and so much more. A leader in mind/body health. A picture perfect destination for a spa vacation you won't soon forget. Get ready to be transformed.

One Ocean Resort
One Ocean Boulevard, Atlantic Beach, Florida 32233
Telephone: (904) 249-7402
Website: www.oneoceanresort.com
Features: Host of spa treatments, suites, personalized service. Beautiful accommodations and ocean views.
Rates: Vary. Spa treatments all-inclusive and a la carte.

This is one spa that combines five-diamond elegance with ocean views. Ocean Docents attend to your every need, including personal check in service, packing and unpacking guest items, morning beverages and newspaper, laundry and dry cleaning, spa reservations, tee times and so much more. One Ocean is a trendy, boutique-style facility offering marine-inspired treatments. Check out the Juice Bar, private oceanfront VIP suites, Swedish steam showers, treatment rooms, and meditative lounge. Your spa vacation just got a little better because of the cool breezes off the Atlantic. Sure to please and rejuvenate.

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