Nothing like getting covered in honey and oats to cool you off on a sweltering summer day, and that’s exactly what I did during my visit to the Arizona Biltmore Spa. But first, I had to find the place. After parking, I wandered through the grounds past the lawn chess and croquet, through the Paradise […]
Facials
Sonoran Spa at Westward Look Resort
The Sonoran Spa at the Westward Look Resort is a great option for both sexes. The overall experience is sensual and warm enough for the woman, while offering grounded, practical treatments many men look for. Tucson automatically puts me in the mood for a destination spa … and with the Sonoran Spa as an option, […]
The Spa at Marriott’s Camelback Inn
If there’s one thing I know for sure, it’s that locals and snowbirds alike have long loved the Spa at Camelback Inn. But on our first visit to this landmark haven in 2001, we were less than impressed with the cliche southwestern decor and the harried service (although the treatments were fabulous). So with the […]
Esthetique Paris Spa
I can’t even count the number of times I’ve hightailed over to Esthetique Paris Spa for the help of owner and aesthetician Anna (pronounced Anya). The bustling salon and separate day spa area serves the affluent community of north Scottsdale and is located in the once prestigious but now sleepy Citadel center. The aesthetics rooms […]
Salon Surreal
We sent our intern and super sleuth Katie to Salon Surreal in Phoenix to follow up on rumors that not only were the stylists fabulous, but the aestheticians were too. Apparently, reports of their top-notch services have not been exaggerated! Here’s Katie’s report. Let me say first that I am not a “facial virgin.” I […]
Steven Paul Salon
I’ll get right to the point here: Very funky. Very cool. Awesome location. Best hair cut ever. I was introduced to Steven Paul Salon by a friend who I ran into one fateful day at a local card shop. I actually didn’t recognize her at first because she had gone from a brunette to a […]
The Spa at Gainey Village Health Club & Spa
A peaceful retreat that merges fitness with pure indulgence. The Spa at Gainey Village wins the wow award hands down. In front of this almost intimidating building was a not-so-little fellow glazed in bronze, sittin’ fit and lookin’ relaxed. Possibly a sign of my fate for the day. Not a bad outlook, I decide. First item […]
Tocasierra Spa, Salon and Fitness at Pointe Hilton Squaw Peak Resort
Tocasierra Spa & Salon located on the sprawling property of Squaw Peak Pointe Hilton Resort is not your typical, everyday hotel spa. Upon my arrival, I was greeted warmly by the spa director and staff which immediately made me feel at ease. After giving me a tour of their newly remodeled, upscale digs, I was […]
The Beauty Scene
Relax during a facial? Nah, not this Spa Girl. My measure of a good facial is how hard you have to grip the sides of the treatment table (see my previous review). The harder the grip, the better the facial. A little post-peeling? Bring it. Cheeks as flush as a ripe tomato? Good sign. Or […]
Simply Ravishing – The Salon
This is a story about a true Princess experience – no joke! A few weeks ago, I went out to check out Simply Ravishing – The Salon, a new modern day spa in Gilbert to experience what all the buzz was about. Located in a quiet shopping center in Phoenix’s East Valley, Simply Ravishing feels […]
