I've long been a fan of Thailand's spa scene, but until recently, I never had an opportunity to explore spas in any of its neighboring countries. All of that changed last week when I found myself in Vietnam. While there, I was fortunate enough to experience treatments at several of its most inviting spas. At the Nam Hai (Hoi An),...

This past weekend, I had the opportunity to visit the Poconos , a short getaway from New York City. Staying at the historic Shawnee Inn and Golf Resort (Shawnee on the Delaware, PA). I was able to get to know the charming property and enjoy a variety of outdoor activities. From a scenic hike in Delaware Water Gap National Recreation...

Though women tend to be the headline makers at the Academy Awards, the guys got into the act for the 2013 Oscars. The hottest trend? Sexy stubble. From George Clooney to Ben Affleck to Bradley Cooper to Hugh Jackman, some of Hollywood’s hottest actors were sporting beards of various lengths. But even though these guys were not clean shaven, I...

Last week, I had the opportunity to visit Colombia, a destination that has in the past gotten a rather bad rap. Recently, however, it has emerged as a hot destination for adventurous jetsetters. With a flavor all its own, the country offers charming boutique hotels, fabulous restaurants, and fascinating tourist attractions, such as the spectacular Salt Cathedral of Zipaquira and...

I’ve always been a big fan of Dermalogica ’s education efforts. I think that what Jane Wurwand, the founder and owner of Dermalogica, and her team have done to provide both estheticians and consumers with the tools they need to manage all things skin is amazing. So I was thrilled to witness their latest education effort in person last week...

Although I've been blessed to visit some of the best spas in the world, I've yet to experience Canyon Ranch. Fortunately, I was able to get a taste of what I've been missing thanks to my friend Karen Schaler, host of Travel Therapy tv and online series. She recently had an opportunity to visit Canyon Ranch Hotel & Spa in...

Last month, I found myself spending a few extra unexpected days in Cabo San Lucas after Superstorm Sandy hit the east coast. I really couldn't complain though, as there are certainly worse places to be stuck than Cabo. While I had an opportunity to check out a number of spas in the area, I didn't make it to Auriga Spa...

Last year, I had the opportunity to travel to Bermuda to check out the spa scene there. The timing couldn't have been better, as January in New York City can be a little bleak. Bermuda, on the other hand, proved the perfect island escape. While there, I found time to experience treatments at Sense Spa at Tucker's Point, The Spa...

When I accepted an invitation to visit the destination of Cabos San Lucas, I had no idea the brief four-day trip would eventually stretch into a week on account of Hurricane Sandy. While there are definitely worse places to be stranded, I really wanted nothing more than to return home. Fortunately, I finally made it back to my beloved and...

Of all the places in the world that I long to visit, Bhutan ranks number one on the list. Of course, who wouldn't want to visit the remote Himalayan kingdom? It is, after all, the country that first came up with the idea of measuring its progress by relying on its Gross National Happiness index rather than its Gross Domestic...