Vista Blue Spa: Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa

After spending a day experiencing the beauty of world famous Monterey Bay, one must unwind, relax and rejuvenate the body.

Monterey Bay has a number of world-class luxury spas that will surely pamper you and treat you like royalty.

Two of our favorite Monterey Bay luxury spas are Vista Blue Spa and Energia Spa.

Vista Blue Spa:
Chocolate Bliss, Pumpkin Spice, Espresso Limon, Old World Salt and Peppermint. No, these aren’t ingredients for a gourmet meal; they’re sumptuous spa treatments offered at Vista Blue Spa at the Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa.

The 75-minute Espresso Limon Slimming Body Treatment is a detoxifying, firming treatment beginning with a citrus herbal body brushing followed by an application of Espresso Limon Slimming Oil, and  then a warm wrap. Your skin’s thirst is quenched by a perfect blend of South American coffee oil, Italian lemons and Madagascan cinnamon. Who knew coffee could be so relaxing?

Energia Spa:
Another spa offering food-inspired treatments is Energia Spa at InterContinental The Clement Monterey.

Indulge in a rich Chocolate Champagne Facial, an Anti-Oxidant Grape Seed Scrub or the Vino Therapy Spa Pedicure. The combination of Ghirardelli chocolate, herbs and Champagne in the Chocolate Champagne Facial helps reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles and invigorates the skin and senses.

Human Regenerator

People are always searching for that mystical Fountain of Youth. A way to turn back the clock on aging and regain our youth has been a desire for for generations.

A company from Germany named System4 Technologies has potentially developed one of the world’s most useful and exclusive products – The Human Regenerator TM.

The Human Regenerator claims to offer the secrets to rejuvenation, anti-aging, prolongation of life, and healing of most common sicknesses.

This cutting edge technology was tested in over seven thousand studies over the course of fourteen years.

The device presents itself as an impressive, luxuriously styled modern artwork of custom-made Titanium or even Gold alloy. Its interior boasts of exclusive Connolly leather and precious wood species.

The Human Regenerator is fully licensed as medical device in the European community, i.e. as a product, used for medical purposes in patients, diagnosis, therapy, or surgery.

Due to limited production because each Human Regenerator unit is handmade and requires seven months until completion, it has a retail price of Euro 420,000 (USD 565,000).

Up until recently, the Human Regenerator was only available to the rich and famous to its high price tag, but now can be found and used for treatment in the luxurious Spa of the Hotel Burj Al Arab in Dubai and the exclusive VitaSport Wellness Club in Moscow

the Human Regenerator will also be available at the world’s first purpose-built commercial Spaceport America in New Mexico, USA.

Please contact us at sales@thelifeofluxury.com if you are interested in learning more about the new Human Regenerator.

Unno Spa – Aranwa Sacred Valley Hotel & Wellness

The biggest determining factor of a good spa is location, and the Unno Spa on the grounds of Aranwa Sacred Valley Hotel & Wellness fulfills this criteria with flying colors.

Set amid the lush gardens and tranquil lagoons, Unno Spa focuses on a holistic fusion of relaxation methods from the ancient therapies of the Incas.  Instead of working to simply relaxing the body and mind, Unno Spa elevates to a higher level that aims to renew the spirit.

Sitting at over 27,000 square feet, the Unno Spa is a comprehensive health center that offers traditional European, Ayurveda, and signature Andean treatments.  Most notable is Unno Spa’s Andean treatments.  This selection of treatments uses essential oils of native plants such as cocoa, mint, guavaberry, gooseberry, corn, and quinoa as key ingredients.

Taking advantage of the peaceful nature surrounding the facility, the Inca Cleansing Ritual treatment is done in the courtyard, inside a stone igloo-shaped Inca Sauna, stone fire pit, and grass patch.  Led by a Shaman from the local indigenous community, the Shaman begins the ceremony by cleansing the spirit with the help of the mountain deities.  Next, the sauna will be used for internal cleansing with the soil from the valley’s four most significant mountains.  The ritual concludes with a rinse in the outdoor stone shower.

Unno Spa – Aranwa Sacred Valley Hotel & Wellness

Originating from Thailand, the Ayurveda treatments are performed in an authentic Shirodhara chamber.  The Spa also has an onsite yoga studio and meditations rooms where patrons can relax to soothing light and gentle sounds.

True to its nature theme, the interior of the spa is decorated with natural stones, warm woods, and glass doors to provide a connection to the outdoors.  Aside from the cultural Shaman Inca Cleansing Ritual, the Unno Spa also offers more conventional treatments such as the deep-cleansing Andean Mud Wrap, exfoliating Salts Maras Scrub, and the relaxing Mystical Stone Bed Wrap and Massage.  If you’re ever in South America, why not try the largest spa it has to offer?

Caesars Palace

The non-stop action in Las Vegas can be tiring. Everybody needs to take a break now and then, and do something for themselves. Looking for a place to be pampered and treated like royalty?

The spa at Caesars Palace, Qua, is a therapeutic wonderland with 51 treatment rooms. There are deluxe couple’s studios, facial rooms, wet rooms with Vichy showers, and personal hydrotherapy tubs. Various massages techniques, exfoliation processes, and baths are available.

The spa also offers a complete fitness center with weight-training and aerobic sections. A tea sommelier is onsite to counsel guests on the therapeutic values of herbal teas.

A unique spa experience awaits you at Caesars Palace’s new Qua Baths and Spa.

Qua Baths and Spa is a luxurious retreat that taps into the natural, healing powers of water to bring you a one-of-a-kind experience.

Bathed in natural light, accented by smooth stone flooring, dark woods and cascading waterfalls, Qua is the ideal atmosphere for relaxed “Social Spa-ing” (a new concept in the spa world) as well as individual experiences.

This tranquil environment uses the natural properties of water to soothe away stress and tension from the every day.

Our Signature Roman Rituals are at the heart of the Qua experience, bringing the traditions of the glorious baths of ancient Rome to modern times. Our Roman Baths consist of three distinct pools varying in both temperature and size.

Guests are welcome to come with family and friends to mingle as they unwind and relax.

Additional Roman Rituals include the Laconium Room (an ultra-heated room), an Arctic Ice Room with snow falling from above and a peaceful tea room, where our in-house Tea Sommelier will pair teas with your particular treatment. These are all included with any treatment at the spa.

Qua Baths & Spa
Caesars Palace
3570 Las Vegas Blvd S
Las Vegas, NV 89109
866-782-0655

Courtesy of: The Spa at Squaw Creek

For the ultimate in Lake Tahoe pampering and a little relaxation, then try The Spa at Squaw Creek.

The Spa at Squaw Creek, which recently completed a $1.5 million renovation, definitely represents the serene beauty of the entire Squaw Valley area.

The Spa at Squaw Creek is a slope-side resort spa and offers its guests 10 treatment rooms, both men’s and women’s locker rooms, plus a pre-treatment sanctuary.

Enjoy this luxury spa by choosing from a deluxe menu of massage, facial, body and salon services.

The spa offers spectacular local, Lake Tahoe mountain views. In fact, The Spa has taken this alpine heaven one step further and actually integrated the various natural colors, textures and materials into its design.

As you enter the luxurious Squaw Valley spa, you walk beneath a bronze-colored branch awning and view beautiful artwork of glass encasing bronze trees and leaves.

All throughout the spa, you will enjoy the tranquil sounds of various, soothing water features.

During the popular winter ski season, The Spa at Squaw Creek provides convenient lift service to and from the mountain.

Courtesy of: The Spa at Squaw Creek

The Spa at Squaw Creek is a full-service spa and definitely North Lake Tahoe’s most luxurious spa.

A sampling of some of the available treatments and services include – the Tahoe Hot Stone Massage, a spa boutique, salon and beauty services, new relaxation room, and the updated state-of-the-art fitness center.

The Spa at Squaw Creek
400 Squaw Creek Rd.
Olympic Valley, CA
(530) 581-6624
www.squawcreek.com

The Spa at Ravella

The luxurious Spa at Ravella in Las Vegas invites its guests an escape from their hectic lifestyle and slip into a tranquil Mediterranean oasis where they can drift off to the hillsides of Tuscany or the Capri coast.

Ravella at Lake Las Vegas features The Spa at Ravella, which is a 30,000-square-foot spa and wellness center and offers 24 relaxing treatment rooms, advanced fitness center, full-service salon, plus seperate men’s and women’s locker rooms.

The Spa at Ravella is gearing up for the holidays with ‘Sip & Spa’ Thursdays in December with holiday party-prep spa treatments and festive winter cocktails.  Round up the girls and head to Ravella at Lake Las Vegas for a mini-escape each Thursday, 6 – 8 p.m.

The Spa at Ravella will offer customers different treatments each week to ensure clients are truly pampered and ready for every joyful get-together on their calendars. An ode to relaxation during the busiest time of the year, seasonal cocktails will accompany the services to help guests unwind.

If you’re feeling lucky, then take a cue from Santa.  Each week The Spa at Ravella will give one lucky guest a spectacular spa gift basket no one would want to re-gift.

Enjoy a mini treatment, cocktail, hors d’oeuvres and spa gift for $25*. Or, indulge in everything BUT the treatment for $10. Space is limited. To make a reservation, call 702.567.4600.

Holiday Sip & Spa Event Schedule:

·         Appletinis & Aromatherapy (Dec. 1): Mix the perfect blend of essential oils into a one-of-a-kind mini body butter for a friend (or indulgence for yourself!) under the guidance of Ravella’s Aroma Artists while mingling with friends over sweet appletinis.

·         Mimosas & Makeovers (Dec. 8): Sip a sparkling mimosa while looking your best  from The Spa’s skilled makeup artists on perfecting a glam or smoky eye – the perfect complement to any winter cocktail dresses.

·         Reindeeritas & Relaxation (Dec. 15): The little ones would never guess Rudolph had a signature drink! If you need a break from the holiday frenzy, a Reindeerita and a revitalizing neck and shoulder massage is the perfect mini-escape.

·         Eggnog & Eye Lashes (Dec. 22): Enjoy this traditional festive drink and adorn your eyes with expertly applied false lashes. You won’t be able to wait to bat your eyes at the cutie at the holiday office party.

·         Mistletinis & Manicures (Dec. 29):  Toast hello to the New Year and goodbye to cracked hands and chipped nails with a much-needed mini manicure, while enjoying a sophisticated take on this classic cocktail.

*Cost is per person and valid only on Thursdays during ‘Sip & Spa’ Thursdays. Credit card and advanced reservations are required with 24-hour cancellation. Reservation telephone line (702.567.4600) is available 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. Management reserves all rights.

Learn more by going to The Spa at Ravella

Just when you think Hollywood and our celebrities can’t get anymore ridiculous, the latest “hot item” story surfaces. And this one is all wet, literally. Introducing Bling H20, a natural spring water bottled at the source at English Mountain Spring against the exotic backdrop of Dandridge, Tennessee.

Yes, Tennessee… Not the French Alps like Evian, but Tennessee. Home of Pigeon Forge, Dollywood, and now Bling H20.

Nestled in the heart of the Great Smokey Mountains, Dandridge is the county seat of Jefferson County. Its most notable landmark is a large country club and golf course. As of the census of 2000, there are 2,078 people, 749 households, and 516 families residing in the town.

I am guessing not one of those 2,078 people has ever spent $30-$90 for a single bottle of natural spring water. I would imagine that you have to travel four hours or so from Tennessee to find people stupid enough to pay that price.

Bling H20 is in fact, more expensive than some very appealing fine wines. But it’s not about the water. It’s about the water’s vessel–and the supposed status symbol that results from being seen with it. Bling H20 comes in 750ml frosted bottles studded with sparkling Swarovski crystals. It is indeed as classy as a gold front tooth.

The fast-growing favorite of the Hollyweird crowd was earlier marketed just to simple-minded celebs and the self-absorbed socialite circle, but now you too can flash it about as long as your wallet holds out by ordering it through the Bling H20 web site.

Bling H2O’s founder, Kevin Boyd, a Hollywood writer-producer whose credits include “The Jamie Foxx Show” is the “brain” child behind the overpriced glorified tap water. Apparently having The Jamie Foxx Show on his resume wasn’t enough reason to be laughed at parties.

But soon, no after-party, dressing room, or celebrity gathering will be complete without a case or two of Bling H20 on ice. Paris Hilton reportedly was even seen feeding it to her dog. Right after the dog licked its own ass no doubt.

One sip of this trendy Smokey Mountain dew and you just might be able to answer the age-old question, “Does a bear shit in the Tennessee woods?”

Article by: Robert Bolson

The Spa at Ravella

Ravella at Lake Las Vegas is a luxurious, 349-room-and-suite resort found on the shores of the largest privately owned man-made lake in the country, just 15 minutes from the Las Vegas Strip.

Ravella at Lake Las Vegas truly offers an escape from the chaotic energy from Las Vegas, featuring a white sandy beach and numerous outdoor activities such as: boating and fly fishing, kayaking, nearby Jack Nicklaus golf course, plus hiking and jogging trails.

For an incredible Mediterranean-inspired spa experience, The Spa at Ravella offers a custom aromatherapy bar, specialty children’s services and and even “Re-Treats” for your dog.

Similar to a colorful waterside village in Italy, The Spa at Ravella presents beautiful European architecture and a picturesque lake setting.

The Spa at Ravella offers guests a luxury 30-000-square-foot spa and wellness center that includes 24 treatment rooms, advanced fitness center, a full-service salon,, men’s and women’s vanities, relaxing healing waters and much more.

Treatments available at The Spa at Ravella will feature botanical essences from several Mediterranean regions complemented by indigenous plant and mineral ingredients from the Las Vegas area.

SPA ELEMENTS

* Embracing Italy. Guests are invited to enjoy treatments highlighting European ingredients such as the Ravella Rocks Massage, enhancing hot basalt stones with fresh rosemary from the Mediterranean shore; Napoli Espresso Body Ritual, using finely ground Italian espresso beans and volcanic pumice from Mount Vesuvius for exfoliation; or the detoxifying Vita de Mare Body Therapy, using Mediterranean clays scented with cocoa and pomegranate extracts.
* Locally Inspired Luxury. Locally sourced ingredients will be incorporated into treatments such as the Mediterranean Herbal Poultice massage, using desert chaparral to rejuvenate and detoxify; Muscle Relief Massage, taking advantage of the soothing powers of wild sage and mountain arnica; or Skin Quencher Organic Aloe Body Wrap, which calms sun-exposed skin with one of the desert’s natural healing plants. Jojoba oil will be used as a base in all oils and fossilized sea salt, gathered from southern Utah, will serve as an exfoliant.

* Essence of Ravella Custom Blending Bar. Ravella’s aroma artists will create blends of essential oils uniquely tailored to suit each guest’s mind, body and soul. Oils are incorporated into The Spa’s signature body butter, lotions, sugar scrub, massage or bath oil. Products can be purchased as gifts, used in treatments, applied by guests in vanity lounges or taken home to recreate the Ravella experience.
* Just for Men. Several treatments have been created with men in mind. Beyond the standard sports massage, The Spa will feature men’s facials such as the Solo Vento Skin Fitness treatment, designed to relax male guests while invigorating the skin. Using high-grade organically produced botanicals and 100 percent essential oils, therapists smooth stubble, clean, exfoliate, balance and moisturize while offering skin tips to use at home.
* Child’s Play. Children age 10 and up are invited to enjoy abbreviated spa services created specifically for young skin and growing bodies. For a special treat, they can enjoy the Migliori Amici treatment (translation: best friends) and experience side-by-side treatments with a friend. Teens also can learn tips on taking care of their skin or how to apply makeup.

* Don’t Forget Fido. During select weekend events, guests will be invited to bring the family pooch along to partake in special activities like doggie yoga and hiking, or simply to enjoy a selection of all-natural treats from The Spa’s retail area. Ravella is a pet-friendly hotel.
* Skin and Hair Care Partners. The Spa and Salon will debut its signature private label, complemented by natural skincare lines Naturopathica and H Maloha, which produce age-defying results and visible rejuvenation without harmful synthetics or parabens. For hair care, Moroccanoil styling, finishing and conditioning hair products make the hair feel and look healthier after just one use.
* Salon. The full-service salon will offer expert color, cuts and styling. For manicures and pedicures, nail technicians will use vegan Spa Ritual products, wildcrafted and naturally colored without synthetic dyes. Makeup artists will use only the purest makeup products.
* Fitness Center. The fitness center will offer a variety of activities including private and group exercise classes such as spin, boot camp and yoga; as well as personal training; swimming, hiking and outdoor excursions in and around Lake Las Vegas. Nutrition counseling and weekend health retreats will be offered in the coming months.
* Healthy Living Store. The Vita Sana Health Living Store will carry all-natural snacks; hair, nail and skin care lines used in The Spa and Salon; resort wear; an organic Italian baby-care line;

Savoir Beds

Ever wanted to sleep like a king? Well now you can with the luxurious Savoir Bed.

Savoir Bed is one of the most expensive beds in the world. Date back to 1905, Savoir Bed represents one of the most luxurious bed companies found anywhere.

Savoir Beds began as UK factory, hand-crafting and stitching box springs, mattresses and frames out of the finest materials–including tufts of hand-laid loose horse tail.

During the last two years, Savoir Beds has exploded by opening luxury bed showrooms in major cities including Paris, Berlin, New Delhi, Shanghai, and in 2010 – New York City (SoHo).

Savoir Beds mattress

Beds by Savoir Bed range from $8,000-$55,000. Each luxury bed is custom-made to suit each customer’s particular height, weight and style.

Savoir Beds are quite popular even with celebrities and royalty including: Liza Minnelli, King Hassan of Morocco and Princess Yasmin Aga Khan, who owns over eight of the beds. Actress Emma Thompson has claimed the beds even cured her insomnia.

For additional information about Savoir Bed, please visit http://www.savoirbeds.com/

Tiffany Fluhme is CEO of Fluhme Beauty, as well as plastic surgery physician assistant. She doesn’t believe that women have to deny themselves in order to save money.

Tiffany has always had a passion for cosmetics and created a list of beauty and wellness tips to help women on a budget, but still want to feel better about themselves.

Fluhme was quoted, “Women are very good at denying themselves luxuries, as well as some necessities, in order to make ends meet. The problem is, when a woman cuts out key items of her beauty and wellness regimen — makeup, skin care, her gym membership, etc. – it will definitely have an impact on how she feels about herself.

Tiffany continues, “Her self-confidence can plummet and her sense of well-being can be negatively affected. It can affect her job, her friendships and even her relationships. That’s why I think it’s important for women to find ways to replace some of the more costly personal care activities with budget-conscious substitutes.”

Fluhme strongly feels that women take care of themselves on a regular basis, will feel more confident and possess better self-esteem. As a result, they will reflect positively at work and at home.

Below are several of Tiffany Fluhme’s key tips for beauty and wellness on a budget:

* Skincare – One of the first things that people cut out when the recession hit was spending money on cosmetic procedures like botox injections and high end anti-aging creams. However, you absolutely don’t have to spend a fortune on high-end skin care to see results. There are over-the-counter products available that use very similar and just as effective ingredients as those sold at the dermatologist’s offices and plastic surgeon’s offices. When shopping for cosmetics online or from your local representative, look for products that contain ingredients such as Retinol, Hyaluronic Acid, Vitamin C, and Matrixyl, and you’ll see great results without the exorbitant cost.

* Makeup – When using a great affordable skin care line, exceeding your budget on your makeup is unnecessary. Radiant skin calls for light foundations and maybe a great powder to complete your look. Try a great tinted moisturizer with an SPF and a mineral pressed powder. And don’t forget, a beautiful shade of lipstick or lip gloss is an instant pick me up for your look and your mood. There are so many options when it comes to makeup. I recommend never doing without, but spending top dollar on high end names just isn’t necessary.

* Working Out – When the recession hit, many women eliminated their gym memberships, but you don’t need a gym to stay fit. Pop in a workout DVD, take a jog around the block, or work out at home with a pair of dumbbells and a jumprope. Exercise releases essential endorphins, which contribute to a great sense of well being.

Fluhme added, “Confidence will always work in your favor, in every aspect of life. When you let yourself go without the little things that can help boost your look and your mood, the rest of your life suffers in little, but meaningful, ways. Sometimes that little extra boost of energy and confidence can help you get noticed by your supervisors at work, or by that new guy in accounting with the nice smile.

“Just because you have to cut back on your expenses, it doesn’t mean you have to cut back on your investment in yourself. Getting through the rough economic times isn’t just about the quality of your income, but also about the quality of your life — and you can have both.””

For more info on Tiffany Fluhme and her cosmetics company, please visit: www.fluhme.com

We have all suffered from uncomfortable pillows when trying to fall asleep. Now that the weather is warming up, who wants to lay on a warm pillow?

Nick Segal had experienced the problems many of us had and spent years tossing and turning. His warm pillow prevented him from easily falling asleep. His quest therefore began.

PolarPillow is a scientifically-formulated ‘cool-to-the-touch’ pillow that stays refreshingly chilled while you fall asleep.

By “building a better pillow,” Segal explains his design philosophy as “coolness and comfort above all.” He tirelessly worked with a team of design engineers to finally make his vision a reality. Not only for him, but now for all of us.

The revolutionary PolarPillow design is filled with about 200 ounces of cooling gel that has endothermic properties, which use the ambient room temperature to dissipate body heat.

The “cool” pillow was designed with two different sides. The top or blue side of the pillow is encased in endothermic gel and utilizes the ambient room temperature to help dissipate your own body heat. The result is a refreshing coolness.

The bottom of the PolarPillow is a white in color cotton fabric and consists of a plush pillow filling.

After trying this amazing pillow design, I found that within seconds the cooling effect quickly kicks-in and lasts for about two hours … producing a relaxing environment and making falling asleep so much easier.

The clever design of the PolarPillow allows it to basically recycle itself. Nick Segal was quoted, “When you wake up in the morning, the gel is re-energized by exposure to the air and becomes ready for its next use in minutes.”

In addition to falling asleep faster, the PolarPillow is ideal for people suffering from headaches, pregnant women, or anyone who experiences hot flashes. It’s also perfect for athletes or people who exercise and need to cool down after a work out.

What makes this pillow so unique is there is no maintenance required – no plugs or need for electricity, no batteries, no machine washing, plus you don’t even have to refrigerate the PolarPillow.

All you need to do is simply slide a standard-size pillowcase over it, place your head down and finally get a good night’s sleep.

Remember, you spend about 30% of your life sleeping, so get the right pillow! Don’t go through the terror of another sleepless night.

Once you try the PolarPillow, you’ll realize what you’ve been missing all these years …. a much deserved, restful night of sleep.

Currently, the PolarPillow is only available online at http://www.polar-pillow.com/

The retail price is just for $99 with FREE shipping! Take the PolarPillow challenge. For whatever reason you don’t like it, you can return it within 30 days for a refund.