One of the most popular resort amenities these days is the spa. And who could blame travelers for wanting the ultimate in R&R when the purpose of their vacation is precisely R&R. In the spa world, that translates to organic facials, body scrubs, Vichy showers, aromatherapy massages and spa pedicures. While Wisconsin Dells may be known worldwide for its family-friendly features, you can rest assured it doesn't scrimp on the grown-up treat of spas.
If you're going to be a guest of the Great Wolf Lodge, you can simply trot downstairs to their Elements Spa Salon, where you're transported from the kid stuff to spa tranquility with treatments that take years off. The Spa Del Sol at Chula Vista Resort lets you book a massage outdoors, where you can bask in the warm summer breezes. Gazing at the swaying pine trees during your treatment could prove to be doubly therapeutic. The Spa Kalahari & Salon at the Kalahari Resort touts its Hot Stone Massage, a traditional Swedish massage that uses warm polished basalt stones to melt away muscle tension. And if you stay out in the sun too long, consider their Water Lily Body Wrap, which specifically treats the ailments of sun exposure. La Petite Spa & Salon would be a nice stop for beautifying, from hair to nails to tanning.
Now, if you're looking for a full immersion in the spa lifestyle, then consider planning a trip to Sundara Inn & Spa, the only destination spa in the Midwest. Last year, ABC's Good Morning America named it the Number 3 Favorite Spa Escape in the country. Sundara is tucked away in a fragrant 26-acre forest. Every one of its 26 suites has a king-size featherbed, designer spa bathroom and fireplace. Want more privacy? Rent one of the eight villas in the woods. Spa treatments are very organic, with many services using the spa's signature line of products that incorporates botanicals and minerals native to the Dells. Sundara is adult only, and while you can book a day treatment, it's well worth a return trip without the kids.
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