While some may think of spas as vegetarian wastelands
where strict trainers insist you load up
on granola, tofu and wheat-grass juice - the
stereotype is a misnomer. The Barnsley Gardens
Resort & Spa in Adairsville, Georgia have
a beer garden where they serve German beer,
sausages and pretzels, while the Masseria
San Domenico Resort & Spa serves fresh fish
and shellfish from the Adriatic Coast.
Spas that made our list offer something for
men and women, like the Carefree Resort & Villas
in Carefree, Arizona. Their Men's Facial is
specifically designed for men to help prevent
or relieve razor burn, ingrown hair, and sensitivity.
The treatment also includes a relaxing face,
head, neck and shoulder massage (don't
worry; your secret is safe with us). The Renaissance
Ross Bridge Golf Resort & Spa in Birmingham,
Alabama made our list for their amazing spa
services and 8,191-yard championship golf course.
We also liked the The
Hills Health Ranch (don't get the
wrong idea guys; there's nothing wimpy
about hiking in the Canadian wilderness). During
the winter, The Hills is a winter ski resort
with over 100 miles of community based cross-country
ski trails and during the summer, guests use
those same trails for hiking and biking. They
also have an indoor pool two hydrotherapy pools
and cardio weight training equipment.
And in case you were wondering, ever spa on
our list offers the utmost in luxurious accommodations - after
all, you're there to get spoiled and
pampered.
For LxM Amy Covington