Popular Destinations

Here in the United States, there are hundreds of resorts built on the idea of beauty and health treatments, pampering and prodding their guests into fitness and health. If you choose a destination spa as the location of your spa vacation, you can look forward to activities, meals and schedules that are designed to focus on beauty and health. The particular focus may be on weight loss, nutrition, exercise or luxurious pampering. Some of the most popular spa vacation destinations over the past five to ten years are Miami, Sanibel, St. Petersburg and Las Vegas!

History

Spa vacations are nothing new, though they are rising in popularity again. In the 1800s, it was common for the well-to-do to 'take the waters' at Baden-Baden in Germany. It's still a popular city destination for last minute spa vacations. The thermal waters of the springs in the city are reputed to have healing powers. For over 300 years, hotels and spas have catered to guests who want to return from a vacation fit, refreshed and healthy.

Resort Spa

If you'd prefer a more relaxing vacation that allows you to engage in other activities, a resort spa may be more to your liking. At a resort spa, you'll have a broad menu of leisure choices that might include golfing, skiing, water sports or hiking.

Your meal choices will often include world class cuisine alongside the healthy spa food. You'll have all the benefits of a health spa without the immersive experience, and all the fun of a resort vacation with special treatment and meals to help you focus on improving your inner and outer self.

While you're enjoying an energizing massage and wrap, you can be assured that there are plenty of activities to keep your children and spouse happy and busy as well.

Low on Budget

Spa vacations can be as simple as a day spend at a local spa. They are usually 1/2/3 days of pampering and energizing massages, or enjoy the luxury of beauty treatments that may take half an hour, or extend over the course of a day. For a comprehensive list of spa resorts and affordable last minute spa vacation packages, check out Last-Minute-Vacation-Guide.com.