Healthy Escapes in New England: A Summary
Are you looking to get away from it all? Unwind? Relax? Rejuvenate? Well, New England has several spa resorts and yoga retreats that can fill the bill. Here’s a sampling of some of New England’s healthy escapes.
1. Canyon Ranch
The “land of ahhhs” is closer than you think! This spa escape in the Berkshires of western Massachusetts offers you a chance to be as active or inactive as you wish. Among the many offerings, you’ll find private health assessments and consultations, touch therapy, spiritual wellness, meditation, acupuncture, cooking classes, hair and skin treatments, aquatic therapy, yoga, and so much more.
Location: Lenox, Massachusetts
Activities: Canyon Ranch provides a full range of spa services, fitness activities, and opportunities for enhanced spiritual awareness, health, and healing.
Dining: Healthy, gourmet selections are what you’ll find at Canyon Ranch.
Accommodations: Your all-inclusive stay features meals, spa services, fitness activities, and accommodations in the 126-room inn; choose from a deluxe room, executive room, or a luxury suite. Guests must be at least 14 years old. Arrangements may be made to accommodate small dogs.
Rates: Rates start at $939 per night. Package rates vary depending on the season, length of stay, and desired services.
Reviews: Read Canyon Ranch reviews on TripAdvisor.
For more information: Call toll free: 800-742-9000.
2. The Spa at Norwich Inn
This country spa resort owned by the Mashantucket Pequot Tribe is the perfect place for a healthy retreat. The setting includes forty-two acres of perennial gardens, woodlands, and natural spring-fed ponds. Aren’t you breathing easier already?
Location: Norwich, Connecticut
Activities: You’ll discover a full selection of body treatments, body wraps, beauty treatments, fitness activities, programs for the renewal of mind, body, and spirit, tarot card readings, Ayurvedic rituals, and more.
Dining: Kensington’s Restaurant serves traditional New England cuisine with a wide range of vegetarian and vegan options, while Ascot’s Pub offers traditional New England tavern fare with a twist.
Accommodations: Stay in the Georgian-style inn, dating to 1929, or choose a private villa with a cozy fireplace for added privacy.
Reviews: Read reviews of the Spa at Norwich Inn on TripAdvisor.
For rates and more information: Call 860-425-3500 or toll-free, 800-ASK-4-SPA.
3. Topnotch Resort
Vermont’s Topnotch Resort offers a 35,000-square-foot spa, complete with a skin care clinic, beauty salon, solarium, year-round heated pool, weight training, and fitness classes—all while preserving the pleasures of a Vermont mountain resort.
Location: Stowe, Vermont
Activities: You’ll find more than 100 spa treatments and fitness programs, enabling you to plan a customized, healthy escape.
Dining: The menu at Flannel, the signature restaurant at Topnotch, features fresh, Vermont-harvested ingredients.
Accommodations: Choose between a hotel room, suite, or your own resort home.
Reviews: Read Topnotch Resort reviews on TripAdvisor.
For more information: Call 802-253-8585 or toll-free, 800-451-8686.
4. Kripalu Center for Yoga and Health
If sanctuary is what you seek, then turn to this retreat in the Berkshires of western Massachusetts that Newsweek magazine has called one of seven “unspoiled, unique destinations” in the world.
Location: Stockbridge, Massachusetts
Activities: The emphasis at Kripalu is on inward reflection, with workshops on yoga, meditation, and YogaDance—a unique combination of yoga and aerobic dance. Health services, including massage, touch therapy, skin and body care, and more, are also offered. Additionally, there is a private beach on Lake Mahkeenac for swimming and sunbathing.
Accommodations: Choose from private, semi-private, or dormitory-style accommodations. All lodging facilities are simple, without telephones or televisions.
Rates: A schedule of fees for healing arts services is available online. For overnight accommodations prices, register online or call the number below.
Reviews: Read Kripalu reviews on TripAdvisor.
For more information: Call 413-448-3152 or toll-free, 866-200-5203. You can also use this online form to request a copy of the retreat’s comprehensive program catalog.
5. Omega Institute
Think of summer camp for spiritually enlightened adults. This eclectic retreat in neighboring New York State offers a busy schedule of programs designed to nurture mind, body, heart, and spirit. Omega guests can take advantage of the property’s natural setting to deeply breathe and stretch, whether participating in yoga therapy, practicing mindfulness, or attending workshops.
Location: Rhinebeck, New York
Activities: The diverse workshops, conferences, and retreats hosted at Omega are plentiful, allowing you to fill your days with yoga, Tai Chi, meditation, movement classes, wellness center appointments, and wholesome meals.
Accommodations: Although day guests are welcome (“commuter fee” required), to fully enjoy a wellness escape, consider spending a few days in this inspiring setting, where simple lodgings range from camping sites with shared bath facilities to deluxe cabins with private baths.
Rates: Per-person rates include three meals per day, use of facilities, and a daily schedule of programs and activities. Additional charges may apply for course tuition and wellness services.
For more information: Call 845-266-4444 or toll-free, 877-944-2002.
