Top 10Top 10 Best Spas

Spas have become popular spots for "wellness" vacations. A recent Zagat Survey listed the following spas as the best in the United States.

  1. GOLDEN DOOR
    Escondido, CA: Here's where Hollywood goes-only 39 guests per week. Usually women only, but there are some coed and men only weeks. Always at the top of the spa list.
  2. CANYON RANCH
    Tucson, AZ: Great adult summer camp. Desert oasis where guests jokingly talk about paying $1,000 per pound to lose weight, yet enjoying great food.
  3. CANYON RANCH
    Lenox, MA: The zenith of spas and perhaps a little snazzier than its sister in Arizona. If you enjoy the ambiance of a New England-style inn and state-of-the-art facilities, this is a great choice
  4. GIVENCHY
    Palm Springs, CA: The ultimate in luxury with award-winning cuisine. This newcomer is turning heads in the desert with its French Renaissance architecture and breathtaking mountain views.
  5. SPA INTERNATIONAL
    Fisher Island, FL: Posh, relaxing atmosphere on a tropical island close to Miami. An elite getaway, the spa is housed in a 1929 Vanderbilt estate, but everything is 1990s plus.
  6. SPA AT DORAL
    Miami, FL: Terrific facilities and said to be the last word in luxury. Great for athletes with five golf courses and 15 tennis courts, along with multiple spa offerings.
  7. RANCHO LA PUERTA
    Baja, Mexico (30 minutes from San Diego, CA): Almost a spiritual retreat that's set in a natural outdoor environment. Guests enjoy the casual but professional atmosphere of the Golden Door's sister spa.
  8. SONOMA MISSION INN
    Sonoma, CA: Coined the pink pleasure palace but known for its rigorous workouts. Forget the diets, this is known for its superb cuisine and, of course, hearty Sonoma wines.
  9. LA COSTA SPA
    Carlsbad, CA: Great golf and tennis, plus located 10 minutes from beautiful San Diego. Set on 450 manicured acres, the scene is a well-appointed facility and great location.
  10. LAKE AUSTIN SPA RESORT
    Austin, TX: Low-key but focused atmosphere and serves delicious, healthy Southwestern cuisine. A lakefront setting adds a perfect, homey touch.
This article is reprinted from Postcards Magazine and has not been edited or updated since it's original publication.