There’s more to a wellness vacation than a massage at the hotel spa. The new Serenity Suite in the Fairmont Miramar Hotel & Bungalows in Santa Monica, California is designed to promote relaxation and rejuvenation. To ensure you get the best sleep ever, the 74-square-metre suite with earth-toned walls offers an AI-powered Bryte Balance smart mattress. Amenities include local aromatherapy products, a showerhead infused with vitamin C and an in-room wellness dining menu. The Wellness Suite Experience offers fitness and meditation classes through the in-suite Lululemon Studio Mirror and a complimentary fitness or yoga class at the spa. fairmont-miramar.com
Extravagant! Opulent! Breathtaking! Just a few superlatives to describe Atlantis the Royal Dubai. With stunning views of the city skyline and the Arabian Sea, this 795-room ultra-luxury resort is coveted by A-listers like Beyoncé. Unlock your spiritual alchemy with treatments at the AWAKEN Spa. Dive into one of more than 90 swimming pools, perhaps the sky-high Cloud 22 oasis or a tank filled with 4,000 jellyfish. Food lovers can sample the 17 bars, lounges and restaurants run by culinary legends such as Gordon Ramsay, Nobu Matsuhisa and Giorgio Locatelli. Arriving by air? Your helipad awaits. Atlantis.com/atlantis-the-royal
With temperatures dropping, the February blah season is in full swing for some. For anyone who needs a pick-me-up, studies show how plants have the ability to boost moods and increase productivity. One hotel property has created a unique program where guests can enjoy an in-room plant upon request at reception. The Kimpton Saint George in Toronto is offering travellers a mood booster straight from Mother Nature herself. In partnership with Toronto-based florist The Moody Blooms, these garden-style arrangements are sourced ethically and locally grown and are there for guests to enjoy throughout their stay. Inquire about the Plant Pals program; its part of the Kimpton brand’s evolving ESG (environmental, social and governance) commitment to source locally and work with like-minded brands. Add a little colour and oxygen to your room! kimptonsaintgeorge.com
