Visit New Orleans: Celebrating 300 years of History, Art, and Music

Happy Tricentennial Birthday New Orleans!

My first visit to New Orleans was Mardi Gras (1999) and I have returned a few more times for Thanksgiving and festivals. Every visit is a great time filled with fun, food, history, and entertainment.

2018 marks the tricentennial birthday for New Orleans and I could not pass up the opportunity to celebrate the big 3-0-0!

First-time visitors typically stick to the top 5 activities, which are a very good place to start, and revisit anytime in New Orleans. Continue reading “Visit New Orleans: Celebrating 300 years of History, Art, and Music”

Lapis Spa at Fontainebleau Resort Miami, Florida

Lapis Spa is a tropical wonderland of spa goodness located in the Fontainebleau resort in Miami, Florida.  This adults only (18 years and over) luxury spa is exactly what I needed recently.  Lapis spa has been on my spa wish list for awhile, so when I unexpectedly ended up in Miami, it was too good to pass up.  Much to my delight, I was able to reserve a same day Saturday appointment.Lapis Spa Fontainebleau resortI really needed spa time so I gave myself a quick tour, taking a few photos and videos, then I got down to the business of relaxing.

The spa is gorgeous!  The spa is located entirely inside, with large windows for natural light and palm trees in view.  Continue reading “Lapis Spa at Fontainebleau Resort Miami, Florida”

Guerlain Spa Review at the Plaza Hotel New York City

In March 2017, Guerlain Spa relocated from the Waldorf Astoria to the Plaza hotel in New York City.  Just a few weeks after relocation, I booked a facial for an afternoon pick-me up spa treatment and to check out the newly open location.Guerlain Spa Review Plaza Hotel in NYC Continue reading “Guerlain Spa Review at the Plaza Hotel New York City”

Experience the Condado Vanderbilt Spa in Puerto Rico

Luxury spa experience with ocean view in the upscale neighborhood of Condado, Puerto Rico.

I love the complete escape that I experience enclosed in happy spa time.  My mind and body relaxes as I prepare for a wellness treatment to sooth my aches, address specific skin concerns (the main concern is that I am getting old), and enjoy a treatment for both mind and body.  A good friend suggested, “hey let’s try the Spa at the Condado Vanderbilt” which kicked  off a relaxing day in Condado for food, shopping, afternoon cocktails, and finish our day at the spa.

Condado Vanderbilt Patio with Ocean view

Condado is a neighborhood of San Juan, Puerto Rico  known for shopping and fantastic food.  After a little retail therapy in the shops across the street, we returned to the hotel to watch the ocean from the Vanderbilt lounge while sipping delightful rum drinks. 

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Remede Spa Review St Regis Bahia Resort, Puerto Rico

Review and what to expect at the Remede Spa at the St Regis Bahia Resort in Puerto Rico. Spend the full day getting spoiled at the spa with me, including lunch and Champagne.

The St. Regis Bahia Resort caught my attention over a year ago during a two week vacation in Puerto Rico.  Now that we are living in Puerto Rico full time, I booked a spa day at Remede Spa at St Regis Bahia resort.

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After reviewing the Spa Menu, I decided that I could not decide.  There were so many options, I booked a massage and the customized facial.

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