Destination spas are self-contained environments. All guests are there precisely to enjoy the spa experience, and because of that, you'll usually find a sense of camaraderie. If you're looking to start a weight-management program, embark on a fitness regimen, or make other lifestyle changes, a destination spa is best. It immerses you in an atmosphere of wellness along with other like-minded people, away from the temptations found at most resorts.
On the other hand, if you want to spend time with your family on vacation, sneak in a few games of tennis, or simply indulge in a little pampering, a resort spa is a better choice. Exercise facilities and spa services are added amenities at resort spas. And yet many such resorts, including the Marriott Desert Springs, in California's Palm Desert, can be quite extravagant. Boats there ferry you across a lagoon to the spa, where nearly every conceivable treatment beckons.
A few resorts blend both approaches. The Pritikin Longevity Center & Spa in Florida, for instance, offers a rigorous one- to three-week medically supervised program in a beautiful setting overlooking the beach. When you're finished with your nearly three hours of exercise each day, you can stroll on the beach or dip in the ocean.
Certain places also stand out for other qualities. Some, such as the Lodge at Skylonda, in Woodside, California, are known for their tranquility. If your priority is a beachfront spa, consider the Half Moon Golf, Tennis & Beach Club, in Montego Bay, Jamaica. Whatever your special needs, be sure to make them known to any spa you consider: You may be surprised at how many will go out of their way to accommodate you.
The preceding was excerpted from Fodor's Healthy Escapes, 8th Edition.
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