Summer at The Golden Door – Opportunity is knocking!

Wednesday, July 14th, 2010 | Adventure, California Spas, Destination Spas, Golden Door Escondido, healthy living, wellness | No Comments

If you’re familiar with the original Golden Door Spa in Escondido, CA then you know it’s one of the best destination spas in the world.  Forty guests per week find out how to live a more healthy, peaceful and joyful life and for the last 50 plus years, it has been the gold standard for destination spas.  At the usual rate of about $7500 per week (per person), it’s certainly at the high end as far as spas go.  And, people have been returning time and time again because of the experience, the care they receive and for various reasons during different times in their life.

Here’s the Big News –
This summer, and for the first time I’ve ever seen, the Golden Door Spa is offering two weeks (choose either August 1 – 8 or  August 15 – 22) for a Two-for-One rate.  So instead of $7495 per person, the rate is $3747.50 (plus tax) per person for the Sunday-Sunday, 7-night stay.  And all of the services and amenities are included.   Several massages during the week, skin care, hair consultation, herbal wraps and so much more.

Personalize your stay to transform your life.
If you want to focus on fitness, you can work with one of the top fitness trainers in the country.  The food is amazing, and Chef Dean Rucker is a genius with his spa-cuisine.  Hiking in the morning, classes during the day, lectures in the evening and a nurturing environment that promotes healing and relaxation.

If you’ve ever wanted to experience the Golden Door Spa, the original in Escondido, CA – here’s your opportunity.
Who will you re-discover beyond the Golden Door?

Space is limited (remember, 40 guests is the maximum for this one of a kind destination spa).

If you’d like more insight on the Golden Door Spa experience, feel free to e-mail me at donna@mindfuladventures.com or go to www.goldendoor.com and let them know you saw this on MindfulAdventures.com

Tags: golden door, renewal, spa adventure

Top 5 Green Veggies and Herbs for St. Patrick’s Day

Wednesday, March 17th, 2010 | Canyon Ranch, Destination Spas, Golden Door Escondido, Rancho la Puerta, Red Mountain Spa, healthy living | 4 Comments

Happy St. Patrick’s Day!

Maybe you’re having corned beef and cabbage tonight for your traditional St. Patrick’s Day meal and maybe you’re thinking about doing something ‘green’ to honor St. Pat.   Below is a list of Top 5 Green Veggies and herbs that are readily available, nutritious and easy to use.  And, I’ve also included links to some amazing recipes from the top destination spas in the U.S., such as Canyon Ranch, Golden Door, Red Mountain Spa and Rancho la Puerta.  Enjoy your day and here’s to the Irish (and healthful eating made simple)!

1.  Green Beans/String Beans
Fresh is always best and always available.  Green beans are low in calories and high in nutrition noting vitamins A, C and K to name a few.  Steam or eat them raw.  They’re crunchy and yummy and can be used as a side, a salad or as a main dish when you add an Irish favorite, like potatoes.

2.  Spinach
Popeye’s favorite and mine, too.  Packed with nutrients like vitamins A, K and manganese and other cardioprotective nutrients.  One of the dark, leafy vegetables that’s so important for healthy eating.  Steam or saute in a little olive oil and garlic or enjoy in a salad.

3. Avocado
 The ‘good’ fat you may want to include.  Monounsaturated fatty acids, like oleic acid, may help lower your cholesterol.  Filled with nutrients like vitamin K, fiber, potassium and more.  Enjoy in a sandwich, in a salad or with your favorite Mexico-inspired meal (and there are low fat and healthy versions of guacamole you can make on your own).

4.  Peppermint
Ah, soothing mint!  It may help with digestion and is a source of vitamins C and A.  It’s refreshing, cooling and soothing.  Use for mint tea, on a bowl of fresh fruit or with some cold water and ice as a refreshing drink.

5. Basil
So fragrant and flavorful!  A nutritious herb with anti-bacterial properties as well as vitamins A, K and calcium.  Known to be used in many Italian dishes, such as pesto and Insalata Caprese (yes, a personal favorite), which consists of fresh tomato, mozzarella (part-skim preferred) and fresh basil with a drizzle of good olive oil.   

I hope you’ll enjoy more of these veggies in your diet and maybe visit one of the destination spas noted for their recipes above as a way to kick-off a healthier lifestyle.  Enjoy!