British Columbia is bordered on the west by the Pacific Ocean, on the south
by Washington and Idaho and on the north by Alaska and the Yukon Territory.
Alberta is B.C.'s provincial neighbor to the east. B.C.'s natural beauty,
abundant hot springs and mountain backdrop attract visitors seeking rest and
relaxation. Spa getaways, from island retreats to urban getaways, are available
across B.C.
Eagle Nook Resort & Spa
Retreat to Eagle Nook Resort & Spa on the west coast of
Vancouver Island to rejuvenate and relax in a natural setting. The resort's 23
guestrooms feature water views and access to the common dining and media rooms.
Private log cottages are also available and include a kitchenette, wood-burning
fireplace and view deck. Spa services at Eagle Nook may be combined for a day of
treatments, such as the 4.5-hour Better Than Ever package with body brush
treatment, mud mask, a massage and a facial, or scheduled in individual
sessions.
Harrison Hot Springs Resort & Spa
Travel to Harrison Hot Springs Resort & Spa to restore your
body in five mineral pools fed by natural hot springs. The healing waters vary
in temperature in two outdoor pools, two indoor pools, an adult pool and one
open to the public. The Healing Springs Spa offers customized facials, a variety
of massage techniques, body treatments and nail treatments. Stay in one of 337
rooms, suites or cottages and explore the resort's lake and marina, a nine-hole
golf course and nature trails during an extended stay.
Salt Springs Spa Resort
For holistic and organic spa treatments, schedule a getaway at
29-acre Salt Springs Spa Resort, located on the northern coast of B.C.'s Salt
Spring Island. Mineral spring water, pumped into the spa and resort from 150
feet below the ocean floor, is believed to have healing properties for joint
fatigue and skin conditions. The resort's 12-room spa offers massage and facial
treatments as well as body wraps with local seaweed or herbal extracts.
Accommodations at Salt Springs include 13 private chalets with full kitchens and
spa tubs.
Westin Spa & Resort, Whistler
Plan an extended stay in one of the Westin's 419 suites in the
mountain city of Whistler. The Avello Spa at the Westin offers more than 75
treatments in 24 rooms and features a pedicure lounge with custom chairs.
Signature treatments at Avello include a hot rock massage and a satago massage
with two therapists working simultaneously. Spa day retreats range from two to
five hours and include body wraps, facials and a spa refreshment or
lunch.
Echo Valley Ranch & Spa
Located five hours northeast of Vancouver, Echo Valley Ranch &
Spa combines spa services with traditional ranch activities, such as horseback
riding, fly fishing and panning for gold. The spa at Echo Valley is a fusion of
Western and Eastern styles of spa treatments, including Thai massage and
European facials. A full range of services includes customized skin care, body
therapy and half-day spa packages. You can stay in a lodge room, a cabin or the
Baan Thai penthouse suite during a visit here.
Source: TravelTips
http://traveltips.usatoday.com/spa-getaways-british-columbia-32679.html
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