HAWAII:
North Shore Retreat
At Turtle Bay Resort on Oahu's North Shore, a very private open-air pavilion for one or two spa guests perches just above the crashing waves, the perfect hideaway for the enjoyment of spa treatments. Lomi Lomi, Koko a'o Shiatsu, seaweed wraps, a coconut-pineapple scrub and more island-inspired choices are on the menu here at Spa Luana. Wawae (foot reflexology) and other foot massages are popular at sunset on the oceanview spa veranda. The 3-hour Golfers Reward promises nirvana, after a Kaomi (strong) massage, a custom stretching session and a foot massage. In love with Turtle Bay and with life, Arnie got married and competed in the PGA Champions Tour Turtle Bay Championship on the same weekend not long ago, playing for the first time on the Scottish links-style, oceanfront course he designed for the resort. The lawn in front of the beach cottages provided a romantic setting for Arnie and his bride, who wed as the sun set over the surf. http://turtlebayresort.com
 MEXICO:
Hilton Los Cabos Beach Golf Resort Mexico
The four-diamond Hilton Los Cabos Beach and Golf Resort on an idyllic beach on the Baja Peninsula offers the Girls Spa Getaway through December 15: 3 nights and 4 days of pampering including private airport transfer, daily breakfast and the Ixchel Spa Total Package. Featured in the package are a body mask cocoon and scalp massage, a moisture milk treatment, a spa facial and a spa manicure and pedicure, and the ultimate stress-reliever, Ixchel's foot reflexology. The lucky girls lie in beachfront palapas or by the infinity pool enjoying frozen treats, Evian mist bottles, chilled aromatherapy towels and mini iPod loaners, all delivered by the pool concierge. Recently redone complete with deep soaking tubs, flat screen TVs and luxurious appointments, the 375 rooms and have views of the sparkling Sea of Cortez. http://www.hiltonloscabos.com
 TEXAS:
New Texas-sized Spa
One of the largest golf resorts in the Southwest, Barton Creek Resort and Spa near Austin has expanded its spa with a new women's wrap room, a redesigned Vichy shower, and renovated and reconfigured steam and whirlpool rooms for men and women. A new reception area, added treatment rooms, men's and women's private lounges, and expanded locker rooms are now complete, too. The Men's Sports Facial comprises pressure point massage of the face, head, shoulders and neck, and a facial mask; while the Austintacious Texas Two-Step Massage begins with dry body brushing to minimize rough skin and increase circulation and is followed by a Swedish massage and a Texas Ruby Red Grapefruit smoother. Barton Creek is a blockbuster of a golf resort, with Palmer and Crenshaw courses and two Fazios--including the #1 and #2 rated tracks in the state--plus the Chuck Cook Golf Academy. http://www.bartoncreek.com
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 GEORGIA:
What is a Prunifolia?
Mahogany and stone are rich accents in the new Spa Prunifolia at Callaway Gardens, in relaxation lounges with fireplaces and juice bars. Part of the new lodge complex, the spa has 13 treatment rooms, saunas and steam, and a VIP suite with soaking tub and shower. Treatments are infused with botanicals produced on the property. Unique is the Evergreen Hot Towel Body Bliss involving evergreen-infused steam and a vigorous massage with hot towels steeped in aromatics, while the Baby Boomer Facial promises firming, smoothing and reduced wrinkles. The new fitness center has high-tech equipment with private TV screens, and a Pilates/yoga studio. An hour from Atlanta in the foothills of the Appalachians, the Mountain View Golf Course now sports white sand bunkers, cart paths and tee boxes, among other recent upgrades. Water comes into play on 9 holes of the Lakeview Course, along with elaborate landscaping of azaleas, dogwoods and seasonal flowers. A prunifolia is a plumleaf azalea, which blooms in profusion in the glorious gardens for which the resort is world-famous. http://www.callawaygardens.com
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 IDAHO:
Northwest Dazzler
The lounging is easy by the fireplace surrounded by a glass wall overlooking the lake at the newly reopened, 30,000 square-foot Spa at Coeur d'Alene Resort. Water and stone are the themes throughout the $10 million oasis. Unending flow-through tubs are among the new additions. The Mineral Man treatment reduces stress with a facial and scalp massage, deep tissue massage and an invigorating shower. Designed for golfers, Stix and Stones includes a sports massage, stretching, treatment with hot basalt and cool marble stones and a "pure essence" shower. Home of the original floating green, is accessed by mahogany water taxis, the golf course is a lake and mountain view stunner, complete with caddies, an over-the-water practice using floating balls, and carts with heated seats. Some guests arrive by private jet at the nearby strip, or on the private heli-pad. http://www.cdaresort.com
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 MICHIGAN
Cherries are on the menu at the newly renovated Spa Grand Traverse at Grand Traverse Resort and Spa. A luxurious pedicure suite, new couples massage room and new spa dining room are part of the multi-million-dollar expansion. Golfers love the Back Relief treatment, a full-body soak that relieves asthma, coughs and colds, followed by back, neck and shoulder massage. The Body Renewal indulges with an aromatherapy soak incorporating birch and wintergreen from Northern Michigan, a hot stone massage, a warm wrap, and neck and scalp massage. Spa experiences include use of the whopping 100,000 square-foot health club, comprising indoor/outdoor tennis courts, indoor lap pool and recreation pool, day care, fireplace lounge, and elaborate fitness studio with a full complement of classes. Golf is king here, with a Jim McLean Golf School, the Nicklaus course, The Bear; Gary Player's Wolverine, and the slightly more forgiving Spruce Run. http://www.grandtraverseresort.com
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