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Bliss

568 Broadway, 877-862-5477; www.blissworld.com

Enter Bliss and you’ll soon discover that there's nothing a Carrot and Sesame Body Buff ($195) or Fully Loaded Facial ($195) can't cure. Top it off with a decadent double-chocolate pedicure, accompanied by a cup of creamy cocoa. Bliss indeed.

Calistoga Inn & Ranch

580 Lommel Rd., Calistoga; 707-254-2820; www.calistogaranch.com

Nestled just outside Calistoga, this indoor-outdoor spa is luxury and sophistication at its best. Soaking pools overlook moss-lined oaks, and chairs are perfectly positioned for relaxing or curling up with a good book post-treatment. If you’re having trouble deciding on a treatment, go for one of the massages—you won’t regret it.

Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn & Spa

100 Boyes Blvd., Sonoma; 877-289-7354; www.fairmont.com

A little too much partying lately? Or over-stressed from work? If you’re feeling the need for a deeply rejuvenating cleanse, sign up for the Bathing Ritual here and let the purification begin. You’ll enjoy several thermal pools heated to different temperatures, an exfoliating shower, rehydration, steam room and sauna. Haven’t had enough yet? Try out some of the other treatments. The massages are great, the facials are fantastic and the lavender treatments are pure bliss. You’re guaranteed to emerge transformed. Stress? What stress?

Carneros Spa

4048 Sonoma Hwy., 707-299-4850; www.thecarnerosinn.com

Glam it up Napa-Hollywood style at the Carneros Spa. Book yourself a five-star treatment and follow it up with a glass of sparkling champagne-water poolside. Want to really go Hollywood? Book Destination Relaxation (if you aren't already staying there), which includes spa treatments and access to a complimentary guest cottage featuring heated floors, a deep soaking tub, indoor and alfresco showers, a wood-burning fireplace, a flat-screen TV, a private garden and more. Spend the day floating in the infinity-edge pool that overlooks the rolling hills and vineyards, then shop it up with a private shopping experience at PlumpJack Sport Boutique. Price is $450 including all spa treatments and gratuity. But hey, if you’re in need of a glamour fix, it’s way less hassle than a trip to Hollywood.

Hyatt Pure Kin Spa

Downtown | One Market Place, San Diego; 619-232-1234; www.purekin-spa.com

Feeling the need to pamper yourself after a few long days of work? Enjoy an outdoor massage in a private cabana overlooking the bay, then take a dip and lounge on the sun deck. You’re guaranteed to feel like new.

Spa Tiki

Downtown | 200 Harbor Dr., Suite 200, San Diego; 619-231-4363; www.spatiki.com/

For some rejuvenation and fun, check out Spa Tiki, where the island atmosphere is a good reminder not to take life so seriously. Choose from an extensive menu of massages, rituals, scrubs, facials and wraps. Can’t decide? Try the Tiki Sampler, which includes a luxurious medley of treatments. Just need a quick mani/pedi? Don’t worry—they do that too.

Hyatt Pure Kin Spa

Downtown | One Market Place, San Diego; 619-232-1234; www.purekin-spa.com

Surrounded by cabanas and a beautiful sundeck, this outdoor pool feels more like it’s part of a spa than a gym. Don’t let that—or the stunning views of the Bay—deter you from swimming those laps. Afterward, head inside to the fitness center to lift weights or run on the treadmill. (Or skip the secondary workout and get a poolside massage instead.)

mySpa at the Fairmont

200 North Columbus Drive, Chicago; 312-946-8945; www.myspachicago.com

Found on the lower level of the posh Fairmont Chicago Hotel, mySpa delivers ultra personalized services for men and women. Choose from massages, nail treatments, facials and body scrubs, or put together a multi-service spa package before you arrive at this urban sanctuary. No matter what you choose, you’re guaranteed to emerge transformed.

Guise | Chic

2128 North Halsted Street, Chicago; 773-929-6101; www.guisechic.com

Salon services for men and women, along with fashion boutiques for both, set Guise | Chic apart. Paintings of male and female style icons like Steve McQueen, James Dean, Twiggy and Edie Sedgwick line the walls and set the stylish tone; look for such labels as Steven Alan and Nicole Fahri for guys, and Loeffler Randall and Sass and Bide for the ladies.

Sir Spa

5151 North Clark Street, Chicago; 773-271-7000; www.sirspa.com

Your guy will feel right at home at this male-centric spa, where he'll find a variety of massage treatments, body scrubs, facials, waxing and nail services to his liking. You can get in on the act too, with Sir Spa's Date Night packages, featuring massages, pedicures, wine or beer and discounts good towards neighborhood restaurants to keep the fun going.

 
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