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HEDONISM
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SPRING TO LIFE
Degree of Difficulty: EASY
The name of the three-day package at Willow Stream spa at the Fairmont Banff Springs says it all: Lifestyle Indulgence. They’re not kidding. The nutritionist tells you what to eat; the life coach brings balance to your chaotic lifestyle; and the rest of the staff makes sure you’re so relaxed you’re almost comatose. And finally, for a little bit of retail therapy, your personal shopper lays out a whole new wardrobe.
www.fairmont.com
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GOING OM
Degree of Difficulty: MODERATE
Stretch your mind and body – on the beach, no less. PEI’s simple yet elegant Beaumaris Centre for Creative Growth on Brackley Beach is reserved exclusively in late summer for the Postures in the Sand retreats (two sessions). Instructor Sandra Callender leads the rejuvenation process with twice-daily yoga sessions, meditation and healthy vegetarian meals.
www.breathprint.com
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THE SECRET'S IN THE SPA
Degree of Difficulty: EXTREME
When you return from your weekend getaway at Au Naturel Wellness & Medical Spa, your friends will tell you how fabulous you look. Keep the secret. Located in Ottawa’s posh Brookstreet Hotel, this über spa is more than a haven for relaxation. Along with sumptuous traditional treatments, medical facial rejuvenation awaits. Dr. Van Wyck works wonders with Restylane, Artecoll and Perlane (done on-site). And you walk away with your best face forward.
www.brookstreethotel.com
GLUTTONY
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A MATCH MADE IN NIAGARA
Degree of Difficulty: MODERATE
At the Wine Country Cooking School at Strewn Winery in Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ont., concoct delicious dishes with the clever cook, Jane Langdon. While the culinary frenzy is happening, sip wines with Joe Will, Langdon’s partner and president of the winery. The schedules for their two- and five-day culinary retreats go something like this: Cook. Eat. Drink. Repeat.
www.winecountrycooking.com
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FARE THEE WELL
Degree of difficulty: EASY
Filling your passport has never been so... filling. The Gourmet Trail passport links three Relais & Châteaux properties (The Aerie Resort and Wickaninnish Inn on Vancouver Island and Hastings House Country Estate on Saltspring Island) and points you to some of the Pacific Northwest epicurean delights: renowned cheese, oysters and organic produce.
www.aerie.bc.ca | www.wickinn.com | www.hastingshouse.com
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EAT THE EAST
Degree of Difficulty: MODERATE
Once your road trips were fast food-fuelled. Now there’s a more civilized option: La Route des saveurs. Put the XUV in gear and travel (and eat) your way through Quebec’s stunning Charlevoix region. From chocolate to cheese and fruits to fish, the area is gastronomic nirvana.
www.terroircharlevoix.com [ ]
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