You can do what the Presidents did and take a dip in the thermal springs in Colorado. The huge open spaces, the various options for resorts and huge spas will provide you the most fulfilling get away from your daily stress in North America.
Horse Whispering, Arizona
The Miraval Resort and Spa in Arizona is one of the most sought after an innovative place to spend a wellness and health vacation. However, unlike other therapists- these ones have four legs and are chestnut in colour- although you would also be having human therapists in-house as well- out of which the most popular is Wyatt Webb. The Equine Experience is one of the most sought after programs out of the thirty odd activities that are offered each day. The general idea is to help you communicate with horses that will then mirror your skills by understanding your own personal strengths and weaknesses through the horses. In this therapy, you will understand the ways in which you can enhance various aspects of your life.
Watsu Water Massage, Hawaii
The Watsu Water Massage in Hawaii is one of the most popular choices at various resorts on the many islands. Each one of the Watsu sessions takes place in warm water that is chest-high deep along with massage with various dance-like flowing movements. This healing helps you physically, emotionally and spiritually.
Hot Springs, Glenwood Springs, Colorado
It is said that the earlier US Presidents, Theodore Roosevelt and William Howard Taft, used to indulge in water therapy here and so did the notorious gangster Al Capone. However, still today the Hot Springs Lodge and Pool attracts many tourists from around the world as it has the largest outdoor hot springs pool in the world whose dimensions are measured at 405 feet by 100 feet! Furthermore, it is rich in minerals and you can indulge in various other activities, such as massage and sports.
Mud baths, Calistoga, California
Calistoga has always been known for mud since the time of the early Spanish settlers and the Native Americans who have made the most out of the natural hot springs of the region. However, post the 1860s, a number of spas have been opened in the area and today, the mud baths are the most popular as it helps in relaxation and stress relief.
California
There are many options here for Hollywood starlets who like to visit areas in an around Santa Barbara and Los Angeles. You can go in for the elite pre-Oscars spas at the very expensive We Care Holistic Spa that provides all kinds of detoxes and liquate diets. If you are more inclined towards nature, then head to some of the ranches to try out Pilates or yoga or even hike the Santa Monaca Hills.
