15 Spa Weekend Ideas Your Tired Ass Deserves

Find it: Hershey, Pennsylvania

Chocolate lovers, it doesn't get much sweeter than this spa menu. With options like a Whipped Cocoa Bath, Chocolate Hydrotherapy, and Chocolate Fondue Wrap, it's safe to say you'll get your fill of the famous dessert. It's tough to choose between treatments, but consider the Cocoa Facial Experience — it's an edible dark chocolate mask, and the esthetician will even give you a nibble or two. Hell, you're on vacation.

Book it: chocolatespa.com

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Find it: Aurora, New York

Whenever you get a blowout, there's always one part of the treatment that feels like total bliss: the scalp massage. Experience 60 minutes of that at this newly-opened wellness center in the Finger Lakes. The Ananda Hot Oil Scalp Treatment focuses on the pressure points of the scalp, and warm oils are massaged through your hair to clean the follicles and stimulate growth. And if you want to learn more about essential oils (which obvi you do — they're one of the hottest health trends RN), there's always the essential oil blending workshop to check out.

Book it: innsofaurora.com

Find it: Tucson, Arizona

While there are multiple Canyon Ranch destinations across the country, the resort in Tucson stands apart from the rest thanks to its surroundings of the totally meditative Sonoran Desert. A visit here is for those who want to focus on overall wellness — so yeah, you'll have to get some exercise in, too — while treating any issues (tight muscles, pain, etc) from a holistic perspective. One thing's for sure: Between the serene hiking trails, meditation art classes, and spa services (the Muscle Melt for Road Warriors and Omega Body Buff are top-notch), there's no way you won't go home feeling like a new person.

Book it: canyonranch.com

Find it: Orlando, Florida

If you've taken the kids on an unforgettable trip through Disney World (or just gone yourself — hey, Disney's fun for adults, too), a stop at this spa is a must-do. The kids can lounge in the lazy river or play on the waterslide while you rejuvenate those tired muscles from walking all day. Splurge on The Ultimate Spa Experience and you'll be treated to a body scrub, wrap, and full-body massage. Ah, bliss.

Book it: thehiltonorlando.com

Find it: Austin, Texas 

Nothing goes better with a spa treatment than a delicious cocktail. Which is why the geniuses at Spa by JW decided to combine the two — sort of. Inspired by two tasty beverages, this Southern Spa has specialty treatments that use natural ingredients and holistic techniques to help you unwind the way you would after a stressful day at the office (but because you're at the spa, multiply that relaxation by about, oh, 10.) The Agave Nectar Massage on the Rocks gets you a foot soak and a hot stone massage using agave nectar oil, barley and bark extracts to treat the skin, whereas the Bourbon Cowgirl Pedicure uses a bourbon-spiked brown sugar scrub to wear down those calluses. And, yes, you can expect to be served the inspired drink with both options. Cheers!

Book it: jwmarriottaustin.com

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Find it: Asheville, North Carolina

With 15 water features, two waterfall pools, and cavernous rock walls and tunnels throughout, stepping into this subterranean spa feels like you've walked into a new dimension entirely. (Okay, maybe not entirely — this isn't The OA.) After you enjoy a treatment — the ReVersive Facial and Mountain Honey Wrap are mighty fine — sit in the eucalyptus-infused steam rooms to help you bliss out to the max. And you're not done yet: Grab a warm blanket and bite to eat that you can enjoy fireside, or take a dip in the lap pool that's outfitted with fiber-optic stars and underwater music.

Book it: omnihotels.com

Find it: Las Vegas, Nevada

When you're ready to go outside your comfort zone, there's one place in the U.S. you should visit: Vegas. More specifically, you should head straight to The Cosmopolitan — they use Moroccan, Hawaiian, and Thai techniques and rituals for a one-of-a-kind spa experience. A favorite: the Bioeffect EYGLO Facial. The first of its kind in the States, it improves the skin's thickness, density, texture, and firmness to give you an overall younger-looking appearance. How? The products are made with epidermal growth factor (EGF), a plant-based ingredient that helps the skin kick-start the production of elastin and collagen, both of which are crucial components to smooth, stellar skin.

Book it: cosmopolitanlasvegas.com

Find it: Hamilton, Bermuda

A quick two-hour flight from the east coast lands you in Bermuda, the country that gives you all the benefits you expect from vacationing in the Caribbean, without the risk of actually being in the Caribbean (cough, Zika virus, cough). And while you may not experience any out-of-the-box treatments at this specific spa (though the Four-Handed Massage is quite nice), it's really the environment that you're coming to experience. All of the treatments are located in a 500,000-year-old cave that rests deep below sea level and houses an underground lake amongst thousands of stalactites and stalagmites. Each massage is given inside a cabana that floats right over the lake, so you can stare into crystal-clear turquoise water while your massage therapist works every worry away.

Book it: grottobay.com

Find it: Miami Beach, Florida

Get in touch with nature at the first U.S.-based Bamford Haybarn Spa (the company originates from the U.K.), which focuses not only on making sure you feel blissed to the max, but eco-sustainability, too. Take the After Sun Recovery treatment, for example. Not only is it perfect after a day out in the hot Miami sun, given the inflammation-soothing chamomile essential oils in the body wrap, but all the products are also totally natural and organic. Basically, you can rest easy knowing there aren't any wonky chemicals or preservatives being used in your relax-to-the-max time.

Book it: 1hotels.com

Find it: Sturgis, South Dakota

Those who love throwing themselves into and learning about Native American culture will love a weekend at this spa that's about a mile from South Dakota's Historic Deadwood area. The name of the spa itself comes from Abla Kela, meaning "calm' in Lakota, the language of one tribe that resided in the northern plains of North America. And the treatments, like the Turquoise Sage Body Scrub and Massage, are infused with indigenous herbs and elements from the area. When you're done, relax in the Akela Garden, a year-round outdoor area that has hot tubs, a sauna within a traditional Native American tipi, and steam room. Basically, it's the perfect spot for a quick Insta story before you sink back into your totally zen state.

Book it: akelaspa.com

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Find it: Freestone, California

For a truly unique experience — seriously, there isn't another one like it on this continent — schedule a visit to this day spa that's just 45 minutes north of San Francisco. Ask for the Cedar Enzyme Bath, a fermentation bathing ritual that involves immersing your entire body into a mixture of cedar and rice bran. Why? According to owner Michael Stusser, the living enzymes within the cedar and rice bran may help stimulate metabolism, improve circulation, and relieve joint and muscle pain. When you're done, a quiet walk in the Meditation Garden or a swing in the Field of Hammocks (which uses research-proven sound therapy to help your brain unwind) means you can extend the "you-time" a little longer.

Book it: osmosis.com

Find it: Vieques Island, Puerto Rico

At this island spa — a quickie flight from the east coast — you can indulge in treatments that use ingredients local to Vieques and it's culture. A favorite: the Noni Fruit Facial, which uses the native fruit that locals believe has anti-aging properties. Opt for it after a blissful day in the sun (where you just might spot wild horses), as the Noni juice can help relieve any damage from the elements (sun, wind, etc) and calm irritation.

Book it: awayspavieques.com

Find it: Kennebunkport, Maine

Reconnect with nature — and channel your childhood dreams — with a spa treatment in a literal treehouse. Nestled right in the basal and birch groves trees on the hotel's property, the three treatment rooms sit eight feet above ground and are outfitted with various pieces of furniture made from different barks. As far as the treatments themselves go, give the Pure Fusion Bamboo Therapy Massage or Herbal Garden Body Exfoliation a whirl when the spa is open from May through October. Whichever you choose, all products are free of chemicals and preservatives and instead made with organically-grown herbs, flowers, oils, and grains. As if that weren't enough, estheticians pick rosemary, mint, and lavender to use straight from Hidden Pond's farm. It doesn't get more home-grown than that.

Book it: hiddenpondmaine.com

Find it: Stowe, Vermont

For those who want to recommit to their fitness goals while still relaxing in a more remote destination, retreat to this resort in the mountains of Vermont. They offer four different Wellness Pathway programs, all of which include spa treatments, fitness classes, and individualized services. The Active Pathway, for example, gets you a body composition analysis (so you can personalize your fitness routine and goals moving forward), a 50-minute private personal training session, access to all the fitness classes you want, and a choice between the 50-minute deep tissue, Thai or Shiatsu massage. Because by the time you get on that massage table, your muscles will have definitely earned a treat.

Book it: topnotchresort.com

Find it: Snowmass, Colorado

Snow bunnies finally get spa treatments catered specifically to them so that they can rejuvenate those hard-working muscles and get their butts back on the slopes, stat. During a lunch break, opt for the Ski-In, Ski-Out 30-minute treatments, like the Kick Off Your Boots foot scrub and hot-stone massage. Or if you prefer to spend more time in the lodge while the hubby shreds powder, there's always the Chakra Balancing Massage, Nato Mineral Mud Exfoliation, and even a Rejuvenating Bamboo Ritual to experience. Hey, you do you.

Book it: viceroyhotelsandresorts.com

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