Enjoy spa facilities and accommodations during your weekend getaway.
According to Linda Robertson, professor of Human Development and Family Studies at the University of Wisconsin, couples who have positive, enjoyable experiences together have greater relationship satisfaction. She also states couples may have to sacrifice solitary leisure time to achieve this joint quality time. Scheduling a couple's weekend at the spa creates time for both of you to relax and build a memory together so that you're nourishing your relationship without "sacrificing" relaxation time.
Gurney's Inn Spa
This spa is located on a private beach in Long Island, New York. It specializes in seawater therapies, including sea-salt exfoliation, seaweed wrap and an underwater massage with saltwater spray. The resort offers private cottage rentals with sunken living rooms and ocean views. They also offer suites with Italian-tiled baths; in addition, the spa offers an indoor pool filled with ocean water. Choose from a Day of Beauty for the lady and a Day of Vitality package for him. Or opt for a deluxe wedding package for the bridge and groom if you want a pre-wedding getaway. As of September 2010, spa packages range from just under $291 to $545, and room and cottage rates run $198 a night to $720 a night, depending on room/cottage size and season.
Gurney's Inn
290 Old Montauk Hwy.
Montauk, NY 11954
631-668-2345
gurneysinn.com
Red Mountain Resort and Spa
If you have a long weekend ahead of you, the Red Mountain Resort and Spa provides a four day/three night Red Rock Romance package. Both of you get a 50-minute couples' massage under the night sky or in a villa suite in front of the fireplace. Three healthy meals a day are provided that include balanced meals with veggies, fish and lean meats. Vegan, gluten-free and other specialized diets are accommodated. You also receive guided morning hikes, unlimited fitness classes, life coaching to set life goals and priorities and wellness assessments (bone density and cardio/metabolic assessments, for example). In addition, the resort offers cooking demonstrations. Rent a bicycle at the resort, enjoy the pool, walk their trails or enjoy their strength- and cardio-studios. As of September 2010, prices start at $379 per person, per night.
Red Mountain Resort and Spa
1275 E. Red Mountain Circle
Ivins, UT 84738
877-246-4453
redmountainspa.com
Ponte Vedre Inn
The Ponte Vedra Inn and Club in Florida offers a number of couples' packages, including the Lucky in Love special. The package includes two 50-minute Swedish massages, two 50-minute facials, an aromatherapy steam shower and soak, and a glass of champagne or mimosa for each guest. Couples receive spa treatments together and can relax in the garden spa just outside their suite.
When you're not relaxing at the spa, you can play tennis or golf or enjoy the Inn's fitness center. The Inn offers a variety of suites including ocean-view and oceanfront suites. As of September 2010, the package costs $590 for a couple. Rooms begin at $199 a night, depending on accommodation and season.
Ponte Vedra Inn and Club
200 Ponte Verdra Blvd.
Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32082
904-285-1111
pontevedra.com
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