Beach Yoga on Anna Maria Island Florida

By Lauren Tjaden Blessed are the flexible, for they shall not be bent out of shape. ~Author Unknown Anna Maria Island is a feel-good kind of getaway. It’s relaxing. Laid back. Like a massage for your soul. Nestled at the southern mouth of Tampa Bay, the barrier island is a sweet slice of old-time…

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Health & Wellness Retreats in Florida

Florida, known for its vast beaches and massive theme parks, also offers wellness retreats for people who would rather have a downward dog than a beachside umbrella drink. By Frances Robles Throughout Florida, resorts and small business operators are offering wellness and spa packages that…

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Spa Brunch: Mid-Day Mini Retreats in Miami

By Kara Franker Wouldn't you love to spend all day relaxing at the spa? But sometimes all we have (and all we need) is the lunch hour to unwind and take a break. Here are five spas in Miami that offer beauty boosts in less than an hour, A.K.A. "Spa Brunch." These treatments will leave you…

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Luxury Spa Treatments at W Hotel Miami

By Kara Franker A visit to the Spa at W Miami will soothe the senses and make you feel completely relaxed while you're on vacation in Miami. Here are a few highlighted spa treatments at W Miami: Valmont Facial During this journey, you’ll be royally treated to an age-defying facial performed by a…

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Destination Wellness: Luxury Hotels With a Miami Exhale Spa

By Kara Franker In Florida, our swimsuit season is a year-round affair so staying in tip-top shape is high on the priority list for locals and visitors alike. And a select group of luxury hotels in the Sunshine State offer mind and body wellness programs that provide a serious dose of strength and…

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Beauty Retreat at Sand Pearl Spa & Resort on Clearwater Beach, FL

By Kara Franker Ready to experience a slice of heavenly spa paradise? The Sandpearl Spa, located on a gorgeous stretch of white-sand beach, is calling your name. Picture yourself indulging in a relaxing massage or rejuvenating facial, with the lapping waves of the Gulf of Mexico just steps away…

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Spa Oceana: One Of the Most Exclusive Massages in the World

By Kara Franker The Don CeSar Hotel on St. Pete Beach introduced an expensive and exclusive couple's massage. Talk about luxury, the Spa Oceana Sunset Bliss Massage is a whopping $3,500 per couple. A technique called Atapa Snana, combined with Swedish massage techniques, will help you leave the…

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Alternative Yoga Locations in Florida

By Nicole Hutcheson Mention yoga to just about anyone and images of slow, deep breathing, ethereal music, and quiet meditation come to mind. Hindu in origin, yoga is an ancient physical and spiritual practice that incorporates meditation, stretches, poses, and breathing to improve the health and…

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Top 5 ways to get active in Panama City Beach

By Joanne Hunt Top 5 ways to get active in Panama City Beach Being an outdoorsy type of girl I’m a huge fan of Panama City Beach. For me summer is the perfect time to visit - it’s ideal weather to top up your tan but not too hot to be out and about. So here are my top five activities for…

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Self-Renewal in Safety Harbor

By Lynn Waddell Eternally green and dripping with Spanish moss, Safety Harbor's signature live oak tree twists and sprawls, some of its massive limbs stretching outward, nearly resting on the earth, while others kiss the sky. Locals say it's no coincidence that the county's oldest live oak…

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