G I R L S ’ W E E K E N D > CANYON RANCH LENOX, MASS.
Mothers and daughters love to be pampered, but they may be looking for different indulgences. One might wish for a healing Ayurvedic massage, while the other may want to challenge her strength and stamina. Canyon Ranch in Lenox, Mass., an all- inclusivewellness retreat, is the gold standard in destination health spas and will satisfy the desires of both generations. Located in the heart of the Berkshires, the resort offers unlimited fitness classes, gourmet dining and boundless opportunities for spiritual and physical rejuvenation. The resort is only a three-hour drive from Manhattan, the perfect girls’ weekend getaway.
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along the way. As for the accommodations, the rooms are extremely comfortable with a focus on optimal sleep, a part of wellness as vital as fitness, nutrition and stress reduction. Rooms come equipped with a sleep noise machine, a pillow menu, nightly inspirational quotes, and what else but a goodnight chocolate. Being in the Berkshires, the outdoor activities vary with the beautiful New England seasons. In the winter, guests enjoy guided snowshoe and cross-country skiing tours; in the fall and spring, small groups are biking on the trails, kayaking on the lake, and challenging their mettle on the ropes course. During the summer season, guests take advantage of the Berkshires’ renowned art and music venues. Whether you’re spending a weekend or a week at Canyon Ranch, all ages leave with inspiration for new goals and tangible knowledge for renewed vitality. www.canyonranchdestinations.com
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Canyon 40 complimentary classes daily, from cardio training to aerial hammock yoga, wellness talks on ancient Chinese medicine to meditation and relaxation. Guests often split up and meet for meals, or in the eucalyptus steam room between sessions. With so much to choose from, a program advisor is on hand to help map out a schedule based on your own personal goals. Evening gatherings include stimulating sessions like tarot card demonstrations, Ranch offers over
a fireside poetry reading, and an acoustic concert in the beautiful Bellefontaine Mansion Library. When it comes to creature comforts, Canyon Ranch is top shelf; dining options are plentiful, nourishing and astoundingly delicious. The nightly chef-hosted cooking demonstrations include dishes such as Spicy Halibut with Avocado Sauce, Maple Dijon Rack of Lamb, and Dulce de Leche Cheesecake. The recipes are printed out to take home, along with healthy tips learned
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