Posted by John Peretz on Thu, Jul 29, 2010 @ 11:51 AM
The first annual
Steamboat Spa Week 
kicks off today in Steamboat Springs, Colorado.
Now through August 10th, a collection of the best spas are offering locals and visitors special discounts on spa packages, facials, massages, manicures, pedicures and exclusive spa products.
Four local spas are participating in this year’s Spa Week.
Downtown locations include the legendary
Life Essentials Day Spa at 4th and Lincoln, as well as the gorgeous Waterside Day Spa at 11th and Yampa St.
On the mountain,
A Calming Touch Boutique Spa located in the Eagle Ridge Lodge is a participant.
And if you’re located mid-town,
All Season Wellness, an Asian-infused Day Spa located next to McDonald’s is part of this year’s Spa Week.
Anne Duckels, owner of Waterside Day Spa said it’s a great way for the spa community to showcase its many innovative treatments. “The spas in Steamboat are really special, and each one is unique. The Spa Week gives us a way to introduce our spas to new guests and save them a little money as well as.”
Pam Peretz, new owner of Life Essentials Day Spa chimed in. “We offer so many different options, from ion cleansing, rejuvenation treatments, couple’s massage and body scrubs, it’s just a natural to showcase what we can do.” Ms. Peretz recently returned from a month-long trip to Thailand where she continued her studies in Thai Massage and Eastern modalities for the second year in a row.
Spa specials include early bird massage discounts, spa samplers, the Royal Thai experience and discounts on spa-only products.
“We know a lot people will be in town for the Wine Festival that runs from August 5-8th, and it’s an awesome event,” Ms. Peretz continued. “But we thought we’d add a little holistic aspect to the weekend, a little detox mixed in. It’s what makes Colorado the “wellness” state,” Ms. Peretz joked.
So if you’re hearing a lot more moaning, groaning, sighing and other sounds of bliss coming out of the Yampa Valley, it can only mean one thing. It’s Spa Week in Steamboat Springs.
Participating Spas
On the Mountain
A Calming Touch Boutique Spa
(in the EagleRidge Lodge)
1463 Flattop Circle
970-819-7612
Mid-Town
All Season Wellness Day Spa
(next to McDonald’s)
1120 S. Lincoln Ave.
970-846-5907
Downtown
Waterside Day Spa
1110 Yampa Street
(11th and Yampa St.)
970-875-0271
Life Essentials Day Spa
345 Lincoln Ave.
(Lincoln and 4th Street)
970-871-9543
www.Steamboat SpaWeek.com
Posted by John Peretz on Tue, Jul 20, 2010 @ 02:56 PM
The
Pamper Group, Inc. has acquired local legend
Life Essentials Wellness Spa in Steamboat Springs, according to C.E.O.
Pamela Peretz.
“We’ve always admired the way Allyse Eggleston and her staff have run
Life Essentials, and we’re committed to a seamless continuation of the great spa experience,” commented Ms. Peretz. “When the opportunity presented itself because Allyse was moving with her family back to Michigan, we jumped on it. We truly believe it’s one of the best spas in town, and we plan on retaining all the top therapists and managers that make it such a special oasis. We’re also going to do some upgrades to make it even better, “ Ms. Peretz continued.
Life Essentials has been in operation for over 10 years, and has become the most popular downtown spa for locals and visiting guests.
The purchase will add to the collection of spas owned by The Pamper Group, and provides an important strategic downtown location. The company also operates
All Season Wellness, a highly successful Asian-infused day spa located mid-town, as well as
A Calming Touch, a boutique day spa located on the mountain in the beautiful EagleRidge Lodge.
To thank all previous guests for their past patronage, the Life Essentials Wellness Spa is offering a 20% discount to all returning guests of the spa.
Posted by John Peretz on Thu, Feb 25, 2010 @ 12:08 PM
There's a unique Rocky Mountain day spa that offers Asian-infused massage therapy in Steamboat Springs. All Season Wellness, conveniently located between the mountain and downtown is a hip, contemporary day spa that offers Steamboat Springs massage therapy six days a week.
Some of the Steamboat massage therapy treatments include:
In addition, the spa offers their unique, Asian-infused line of Signature Facials.
There are many spa packages in Steamboat Springs, including the Queen for a Day package, a Steamboat Wedding Package, a very popular Wind Package and even a Mountain Man Makeover.
Guests can preview the hip Rocky Mountain spa in this video. The vast majority of the photography used in the web site was done by renowned photographer Kim Keith of Steamboat Springs, Colorado, using local models.
Nestled in the Rocky Mountains, the All Season Wellness day spa has been featured on the local TV channel 18, and in numerous articles in the Steamboat Today newspaper.
For reservations or more information, please visit the web site at www.AllSeasonWellness.com or call the spa directly at 970-846-5907.
The spa has plenty of free parking and is on the shuttle bus route. The spa is located at 1120 S. Lincoln Ave., halfway between the mountain and downtown, next to McDonald's.
Posted by John Peretz on Wed, Feb 17, 2010 @ 08:13 AM
Touch is a basic human need. Along with food, shelter and water, touch provides a connection with the human spirit that is missing more and more in today's Internet age.
Researchers have shown that touch actually releases endorphins in our brain that can:
- Reduce stress
- Boost the immune system
- Lessen fatigue
- Ease pain
- Improve depression
- Decrease anxiety
- Slow the heart rate
- Decrease blood pressure
According to Dr. Andrew Weil, America's most well known Integrative Medicine Doctor, “touch is a basic requirement for optimum health.”
Touch is critically important in all stages of human life.
There is evidence that babies that have been deprived of touch suffer developmental problems. Some experts have linked touch deprivation to compulsive behaviors, increased aggression and higher death rates.
At the other spectrum of life, older patients suffering from dementia can also benefit from touch therapy, according to the Caregiver's Home Companion. It is widely thought that some of their symptoms can actually subside, at least temporarily, through the gift of touch. 
Unfortunately, not everyone has easy access to touch. People who are not in a relationship or who have few close family members may be touch deprived.
For these people and others, massage is an excellent alternative.
There are many types of massage available. Swedish massage uses long, gliding strokes. Deep tissue massage goes into the connective tissue for a deeper, more vigorous massage. There are other specialized massage techniques such as Hot Stone Massage and Pregnancy Massage. And Couples massage is increasing in popularity because two partners in the same room benefit from the gift of massage by two therapists.
If you're feeling the winter blues, or just want to benefit from the healing aspects of touch, treat yourself to a massage, or have your partner give you one. You'll feel better, be more alert, and generally have an improved sense of wellness.
Posted by John Peretz on Mon, Feb 08, 2010 @ 08:10 AM
It's Valenine's Day this weekend, and we're often asked what people can do to celebrate special holidays in Steamboat Springs. Here's our list of the top 6 things to do in Steamboat for Valentine's Day.
- Don't just give one card, give several. Plan your day a little bit and buy several Valentine's Day cards, then hide them throughout the day. You can go to the Dollar Store in Walmart Plaza and get 4 cards for $2, so it doesn't have to set you back $15 or more. Put one in the vanity area of the bathroom, another in the car, one in a purse, another on the pillow in the evening. This year, be a romantic.
- Give Personal Gift Certificates. One of the things I enjoy most is when my wife gives me gift certificates . It could be a babysitting coupon, a gift certificate to go on a hike with me (something I like to do but she doesn't), a certificate to do what I want to do one evening, etc. The opportunities are limitless, and you know your partner better than anyone, so think of what they like and then give him/her something special!
- Forget the Chocolate, get a Couple's Massage in Steamboat. All Season Wellness, a hip, new Asian-infused Day Spa in Steamboat Springs, is the only spa in town that offers a Couple's Massage, where two people get a massage in the same room by two different therapists. If that's not perfect for the two of you, the spa also offers Massage Gift Certificates in Steamboat for other spa packages, including the Mountain Man Makeover for your guy.
- Have Lunch at Ragnar's. Located on the mountain, and only accessible by skiing, snowboarding or snowshoeing, Ragnar's is an exceptional (and romantic) restaurant, and the chocolate cake is awesome. Have a romantic day on the mountain and make Ragnor's a stop along the way.
- Make dinner reservations and have some bubbly. Here's two recommendations: on the higher end, there's Cafe Diva, our favorite restaurant in Steamboat, but a little on the expensive side. Or, since the Saint's just won the big game, go to Sunpie's Bistro on Yampa Street for some Cajon food and a very casual atmosphere with Hurricanes and po'boys.
- Live a little on the wild side at Strawberry Park Hot Springs. This treasure, a little out of town, is a natural hot springs, and is clothing optional after dark. Yes, it's true, so if you or your partner has a wild streak, head to the hot springs. You need snow tires or a four-wheel drive to get there, or use the tour bus that will transport you to this very secluded and steamy spot!
In any event, have a great Valentine's Day weekend in Steamboat, be a romantic, and enjoy time with your partner. Life is short!
Posted by John Peretz on Thu, Feb 04, 2010 @ 05:40 AM
Steamboat Springs 2010 Winter Carnival kicks into high gear this weekend. The flurry of signature activities include Ski Jumping at Howlesen Hill, a Tubing Party, family events through downtown, ice sculptures, the famous Lighted Man during the Saturday night extravaganza that includes fireworks, and the legendary Diamond Hitch Parade on Sunday morning with the world's only high school marching band on skis.
This is the 97th edition of Winter Carnival, one of the coolest events in any ski town in America. Winter Carnival has been featured in many national magazine and on network television, including Ski Magazine and Good Morning America.
This 2010 Winter Carnival will have special meaning for Ski Town USA® since the town will be sending 17 athletes to the 2010 Winter Olympics in a special send-off at the downtown Court House on Friday Evening. Steamboat Springs continues its amazing run at the Winter Olympics, having sent more athletes to the winter games than any other city in America. This year's group of 17 participants will compete in five different disciplines and represent four countries.
The Saturday and Sunday morning street events include various races on horses and skis, with children participating in the street slalom, ski joring, a donkey jump and several ring and spear/box contests on a snow-covered Lincoln Avenue through downtown.
Saturday night's main event at Howelsen Hill includes ski jumping, aerials, a torch parade, the famous Lighted Man and the winter's best fireworks display.
The Sunday Diamond Hitch Parade starts at 11:30 am and features the most unlikely high school band you'll ever see, since they're on skis!
We hope that you decide to visit Steamboat Springs during the 2010 Winter Carnival. While you're here, stop at the newest day spa in Steamboat Springs, All Season Wellness, a hip, Asian-infused day spa located mid-town next to McDonald's.
Posted by John Peretz on Tue, Feb 02, 2010 @ 07:04 AM
All Season Wellness Day Spa, a Colorado Day Spa in Steamboat Springs announced today its best Couples Massage special for the month of February.
"Since this is the month for lovers, we decided to provide a $25 discount for a Couples Massage for February," Pam Peretz, owner of the spa, said enthusiastically. "We're the only spa that offers a true Couples Massage in Steamboat. We bring the couple into their own room, with each having their own massage therapist, and then we encourage the couple to hold hands at the end if they want to. It's very, very romantic and a great way for a couple to start an evening or a special day in the mountains," Ms. Peretz continued.
Couples can choose from a Swedish massage, Deep Tissue or even Hot Stone Therapy. The special is good from 9 am until 6 pm, Monday through Saturday (the spa is closed on Sunday). Guests should call the spa at 970-846-5907 and ask for the $25 discount.
"A lot of people want to share something special with their significant other, and might feel bad about spending money just on themselves. This is a great way for a couple to relax and do something healthy for both of them," Ms. Peretz concludes.
The Asian-infused Day Spa is a hip and contemporary new addition to the Steamboat Springs Day Spa scene, and is conveniently located mid-town between the mountain and downtown next to McDonalds.
Posted by John Peretz on Wed, Jan 27, 2010 @ 08:43 AM
Getting naked is at the top of our ten best things to do in Steamboat during the winter. Here's the complete list with links.
- Get Naked at the Strawberry Park Hot Springs.
Yes, the natural hot springs just a little out of town actually is clothing optional after dark. Visit during the day with the kiddies.
- Check out the Ghost Ranch Saloon. It's Steamboat's newest music venue, and thenbest bar in town for consistently good bands from here and across the country.
- Ski Steamboat, Copper and Winter Park for only $99. Considering a one-day lift tickets costs almost this much, this 3-resort Pow Pow Platter deal from SkiColorado.com is a great value, but you have to reserve at least 48 hours in advance.
- Visit Olympic History at Howelsen Hill. Howelsen Hill is located downtown and is Colorado's oldest ski resort. They offer night time skiing, and Olympic Hall is like stepping into the epicenter of Olympic History. More winter Olympians have come from Steamboat Springs than any other city in America.
- Get a Couple's Massage at the Asian-infused Day Spa All Season Wellness. This contemporary Colorado Day Spa is located mid-town next to McDonald's and offers the only Couple's Massage in Steamboat, along with Thai massage, European facials, deep tissue massage and the famous Mountain Man Makeover. Check out a video on YouTube to preview the spa before you arrive.
- Take some winter driving lessons at the Bridgestone Winter Driving School. Guests from all over the world come here to learn how to drive in snow and ice. It's a great way get some crazy driving skills in extreme conditions.
- Take advantage of the $69 early bird massage special at A Calming Touch Spa at EagleRidge Lodge. Less than 300 yards from the gondola, this boutique spa offers the $69 Swedish massage special for all guests that book appointments that end by 12 noon. Other spas on the mountain charge a lot more.
- Visit the Tread of Pioneers Museum. This is an incredible little museum downtown that has great displays on the early ranching life and ski culture of this Northwestern Colorado town.
- Run heavy equipment at Dig This! Billed as the first heavy equipment playground in the United States, you can actually test your bulldozer, excavator and skidsteer skills here.
- Eat at Sunpies Bistro. Sunpies is actually less of a bistro and more of a local hangout where you can get some great poboys and hurricanes at really affordable prices. This Cajun restaurant draws from its New Orleans roots and makes a great visit for young and old alike.
There you have it. Enjoy Steamboat with this top ten list of things to do in Steamboat in winter.
Posted by John Peretz on Fri, Jan 22, 2010 @ 10:23 AM
Cari Ann Gelbart, a Master Esthetician, has joined the team at All Season Wellness Day Spa in Steamboat Springs, Colorado, according to spa owner Pam Peretz.
"Cari Ann brings an exceptional level of experience in the skin care area, and also has a large following of local clients," commented Ms. Peretz. "Cari is the perfect match for our hip, Asian-infused day spa in Steamboat."
Cari Ann was born and raised in Seattle, WA, and moved to Steamboat Springs in
1996. In 2000, Cari Ann studied at the Colorado School of Paramedical Esthetics in Denver, CO, and then trained with the owner of a Medical Day Spa in Denver for 15 months while she obtained her Paramedical Aesthetics Certification.
"This is an ideal match for us. Cari Ann has developed signature treatments that combine effectual skin care with spa techniques, such as aromatherapy and hot stone massage, and is also certified as a Bio-Therapeutic microcurrent technician (non-surgical face lifts). Cari Ann is one of Steamboat's most experienced estheticians," Ms. Peretz continued.
All Season Wellness offers a variety of facials services at affordable rates.
The spa client profile is primarily women, but the spa offers a unique Mountain Man Makeover, which includes a massage, men's facial and manicure and pedicure.
For more information, please contact the spa at 970-819-7612 or visit www.AllSeasonWellness.com.
Posted by John Peretz on Fri, Dec 18, 2009 @ 07:43 AM
A lot of people have heard about hot stone massage therapy, but don't know if it's right for them. This article will explain the benefits of hot stone therapy and what happens during a typical massage.
What is a Hot Stone Massage Therapy?
In Hot Stone Massage Therapy, heated smooth, flat stones are placed on key points on the body. The massage therapist may also hold the stones and use them to massage certain areas of the body.
How Does Hot Stone Massage Work?
The hot stones are usually made of basalt, a type of rock that is rich in iron, so they retain heat. River rocks are normally used because they are so smooth - they have been smoothed over time by the river's current.
The stones are immersed in water and heated until they are within a certain temperature range. The stones are placed at specific points on the back, in the palms of the hand,or between the toes.
The heat warms and relaxes the muscles, which allows the therapist to apply deeper pressure.
The warmth of the hot stones improves circulation and calms the nervous system. Some massage therapists place stones on points that are thought to be energy centers of the body to re-balance the body and mind.
What Can I Expect During a Hot Stone Massage?
The massage therapist often begins by applying oil to the body, which allows the hot stones to glide smoothly along the muscles. Typically you are lying face down, and the massage therapist often uses the hot stones to massage the back. After the hot stones have relaxed the muscles, the massage therapist usually puts down the stones and use his or her hands to directly massage the skin.
There are other massages besides hot stone massage. Other types of massage include Deep Tissue Massage, Thai Massage, Couples Massage, and Pregnancy Massage.
