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The Ponte Vedra Inn, Club Spa, a North Florida Landmark since 1928

 

Hyatt Regency Mission Bay and Blue Marble Spa, San Diego, California

 

The Stoneleigh Hotel & Spa, Dallas, Texas

 

Spa Bali at the Holiday Resort, Tumon, Guam

 

Grand Velas All Suites & Spa Resort, Riviera Maya, Mexico

Shane Diet & Lifestyle Resorts at the Honor’s Haven Resort and Spa, New York

Don't Miss:  Spa Cuisine Recipes of the Month courtesy of the women-only retreat Green Mountain at Fox Run, Vermont

 

A Breathtaking Alternative To Typical Vermont Lodging...

Savor the essence of Vermont at The Essex, Vermont’s Culinary Resort & Spa, the Burlington area’s only AAA-rated Four Diamond resort. In partnership with New England Culinary Institute, this tastefully appointed Northwestern Vermont hotel resort offers inspired cuisine in our two award-winning restaurants. Spend your next Northern Vermont resort vacation at this delectable retreat, where cooking classes, a new full-service spa and salon, golf, tennis, and hot-air ballooning are just a few of the amenities awaiting you. Nestled on 18 acres between the slopes of the Green Mountains and the cultural scene of Burlington, The Essex caters to your every need, as a true recipe for relaxation.

...and the Ultimate Relaxation Among Burlington Spas

Experience the tranquil essence of Vermont surrounded by warm woods and natural stone. Rich traditional Vermont hospitality and above all – the expertise of our extraordinary spa staff are our special ingredients for a memorable spa visit. With their deep understanding, professional experience, and passion for caring, these talented individuals are what sets us apart and ensures the exceptional results that you will want to experience again and again.

Catering to your every need, our menu of personalized services is selected to include the very best products. Because we have searched for the best, we are proud to present three exceptional firsts for Vermont; Skin Authority and Epicuren skin care along with La Bella Donna Make up are proudly joining Aromafloria Skincare and Davines Hair Care to deliver superior results for you.

Spa at The Essex is open to the public. Our Recipe for Relaxation encourages our spa guests to arrive early to unwind and enjoy our spa’s steam and sauna rooms, fitness center, pool(s), hot tub and relaxation lounges.

What's Cooking At New England Culinary Institute

The New England Culinary Institute (NECI) has basked in the glory of many prestigious awards - including the 2004 Cooking School of the Year. Experience our notable teaching restaurants, where future world-class chefs prepare cuisine under the watchful eyes of dedicated chef instructors. As the premier "Vermont Culinary Resort," we're proud of our association with this reputable organization. Whether you're looking for an intimate table for two or an exquisitely presented culinary experience, choose one of our area restaurants to suit your needs.

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ALABAMA

ALASKA

ARIZONA

CANYON RANCH
Tucson, Arizona
(800) 742-9000
 
SEDONA ROUGE HOTEL & SPA
Sedona, Arizona

(866) 312-4111

ARKANSAS

CALIFORNIA

BORREGO RANCH RESORT & SPA
Borrego Springs, California

Just 90 miles from San Diego, 150 miles from Los Angeles and 80 miles from Palm Springs, Borrego Ranch Resort & Spa is secluded, yet accessible. The educational programs at Borrego Ranch Resort & Spa include nutritional counseling, photography, collaboration with artists-in-residence and enlightening workshops and lectures on a wide range of topics. Our acupuncturist and herbalist will gladly share insights to a more natural approach to health and vitality, while our executive chef shares delicious recipes and helpful food preparation techniques in our interactive cooking classes.

 

COLORADO

CONNECTICUT

DELAWARE

FLORIDA

The Biltmore
Coral Gables, Florida

A place of elegance, beauty, and calm, the Biltmore is a luxury golf and spa resort located in the elegant Coral Gables area of Miami. The resort features grand hotel rooms and suites, highly acclaimed restaurants, a world-class spa and fitness center, and separate state-of-the-art conference facilities.  A recreational hands-on cooking school with classes for adults and children is taught by the Biltmore's acclaimed chefs. Fun and educational, the class is designed for aspiring chefs of all levels.  The 3-hour signature class holds up to 8 students and finishes with a meal comprised of recipes made in class. Bonne Appetite!

 

GEORGIA

MANDALA WELLNESS RETREAT
Sautee-Nacoochee, Georgia
Tucked away through the woods on a mountain top in Sautee-Nacoochee, an hour north of Atlanta and just south of Helen, GA, you'll find an exquisite sanctuary designed for rest and renewal.  Mandala Wellness Retreat and Spa offers a place to escape and unwind along with opportunities to enhance your health and well-being.   Mandala offers classes, workshops and retreats including  The Joy of Healthy Eating, Vegetarian Cooking, and more.

 

HAWAI'I

IDAHO

IOWA

INDIANA

ILLINOIS

KANSAS

KENTUCKY

LOUISIANA

MAINE

MARYLAND

MASSACHUSETTS

CANYON RANCH
Lenox, Massachusetts
(800) 742-9000

 
 

MICHIGAN

MINNESOTA

MISSISSIPPI


MISSOURI
 

MONTANA
NEBRASKA
NEVADA

NEW HAMPSHIRE

NEW JERSEY

NEW MEXICO

NEW YORK

NORTH CAROLINA

NORTH DAKOTA

OKLAHOMA

OREGON

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RHODE ISLAND

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SOUTH DAKOTA
TENNESSEE
TEXAS

LAKE AUSTIN SPA RESORT
Austin, Texas
(512) 372-7300 or (800) 847-5637
 

RANCHO CORTEZ
Bandera, Texas

The Fitness Program:  The Rancho Cortez fitness ranch offers a dynamic fitness and weight loss program addition to our Dude Ranch experience! If you need some weight loss motivation or if you'd like to enjoy a fitness based vacation, this is the place for you.  Our program is guided by personal fitness trainers and the dining menu was developed by our registered dietician.   Get fit and lose weight while enjoying an authentic Texas experience. Spend your days hiking, strength training, kick-boxing, participating in water aerobics, and dine on a low-fat / low-calorie menu.   We have a full fitness schedule that is flexible and allows you to comfortably work as much or as little as you need or want. We utilize the beautiful Texas Hill Country and surrounding area as much as possible in your fitness workouts to give you a far more enjoyable experience.  Less Weight, Lower Cholesterol, Lower Blood Pressure are typical results for our guests. Our program will assure you great success, and you will go home having adopted a new way of living and eating. You will also go home smaller and fitter than when you arrived!  Rancho Cortez is located in the beautiful Texas Hill Country, just one hour from San Antonio's world-famous Riverwalk and the Alamo. You'll  enjoy beautiful scenery, luxury accommodations and healthy, and home-cooked meals.  Rancho Cortez offers several options for living quarters, from hotel style single or double rooms, to family suites and private cabins, to our new hillside bunkhouse, or bring your RV to our RV area near the bunkhouse.  We have wireless internet network available, group meeting areas, game room, pool and hot tub for our guests. All accommodations include porches with great views (we are located on a hillside overlooking the Hill Country State Natural Area)  Pets are welcome in certain areas.

 

UTAH

RED MOUNTAIN SPA
Ivins, UT

VERMONT

The Essex, Vermont's Culinary Resort & Spa
Essex, Vermont
The Essex, Vermont's Culinary Resort & Spa, is home to the New England Culinary Institute (NECI) , which has basked in the glory of many prestigious awards - including the 2004 Cooking School of the Year. Experience our notable teaching restaurants, where future world-class chefs prepare cuisine under the watchful eyes of dedicated chef instructors. As the premier "Vermont Culinary Resort," we're proud of our association with this reputable organization. Whether you're looking for an intimate table for two or an exquisitely presented culinary experience, choose one of our area restaurants.

 

Stowe Mountain Lodge
Stowe, Vermont

Stowe Mountain Lodge Wellness Center
is dedicated to cultivating the relationship between living habits and health, and operates under the guidelines of the renowned Cooper Institute of Dallas.  Guests of Stowe Mountain Lodge have the opportunity to visit Cooper Wellness at Stowe for quick "Wellness Weekend" trips, where they can take advantage of either special health programs and seminars focusing on healthy lifestyle choices, or, book visits in multi-day blocks of time to consult with Cooper experts, including personal fitness trainers, nutrition counselors and behavior coaches. 

The Lodge, located at the base of Vermont's famed Mt. Mansfield and Spruce Peak, offers two private cooking class options for groups up to eight guests, taught by Chef Sean Buchanan, one of the state's foremost advocates of the local farm movement.  Available year-round from Sunday through Thursday, both classes begin with a departure to Boyden Farm to meet with farmers and purchase Vermont-grown vegetables, meat and wine, followed by a quick lunch, and cooking class. 

The Solstice Cooking School class takes place in the lodge, and ends with a four-course wine pairing dinner in Solstice, the lodge's artisan-inspired restaurant, prepared using all-natural and sustainable ingredients with a focus on Vermont producers. The Solstice Cooking School fee of $375 per person includes a farm tour and transportation, Lunch, Two hours of private cooking instruction, Four-course dinner with wine pairings, Tax and gratuity. 

The Stowe Mountain Lodge Suite School class takes place in the comfort of your own private slope-side mountain suite, and the evening ends with a seven-course dinner with wine pairings served at your dining room table.  The Stowe Mountain Lodge Suite School fee of $500 per person* includes Farm tour and transportation, Lunch, Two hours of private cooking instruction, Seven-course dinner with wine pairings, Tax and gratuity.  *Suite must be booked separately, starting at $799 per night for a one bedroom suite.

 

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