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 Mon, Oct 19, 2009 @ 07:20 AM
Hollywood? Who needs Hollywood! Several very talented locals starred in a photo shoot demonstrating various Steamboat Springs massage modalities at the Asian-infused All Season Wellness Day Spa in Steamboat Springs, CO.
Locals Katie Gill, Tiana Schwartzburg, Erin Orr, Neal Smyth and Scott Hetrick were brilliant in their roles as massage models. All Season Wellness team members Daniela Villa, Amanda Cass and Pam Peretz rounded out the modeling group.
In the photo shoot, orchestrated and shot by brilliant photgrapher Kim Keith, the models were placed in a variety of massage poses, including couples massage, Swedish Massage, Deep Tissue Massage, Thai Massage and Rue Si Datan stretching. Even 9-year old Justin Peretz got into the action as a model in the child massage photography.
"I couldn't be more excited about the talent and quality of the photography," stated Pam Peretz, C.E.O. of the Pamper Group and owner of All Season Wellness. "It really captures the essence of All Season Wellness. We're a very special, Asian-infused Day Spa in the middle of classic Western ski town. Kim Keith did an amazing job."
The photography will be used in a variety of ways, including publicity materials, on the All Season Wellness Web Site and in various marketing materials. "We want people to get a feel for the spa, and we also wanted it to be authentic. That's why we used real locals in the photo shoot. It doesn't get more real than that," Peretz continued.
All Season Wellness is conveniently located between the mountain and downtown next to McDonalds, and offers a variety of unique spa treatments and herbal compresses. The spa has recently been featured in several media articles, including television interviews and newspaper articles.
Posted by John Peretz on Tue, Sep 29, 2009 @ 09:57 AM
Pam Peretz, owner and operator of All Season Wellness, an Asian-infused day spa in Steamboat Springs, CO, was recently featured in the Sunday edition of the Steamboat Pilot & Today newspaper.
The extensive article, which ran on September 27, 2009, discussed Pam's recent journey to Thailand where she studied Thai massage for nearly two months so she could bring the modality to her day spa in Steamboat Springs.
"I wanted to bring Thai massage to Steamboat Springs, not only because it's my personal favorite massage modality, but because it's an incredible ski massage with its combination of acupressure and stretching, which helps improve flexibility," Pam said. "It compliments the other Steamboat Springs massage therapy treatments that we offer."
The article also included photos of the various treatment rooms. Each room at All Season Wellness is themed for a different season ofthe year, with massage tables in the rooms colored for spring andsummer, a floor mat for Thai massage in the harvest-tinged room forautumn, and an aesthetician’s setup in a white room related to winter.
All Season Wellness day spa features Thai massage, Swedish massage, deeptissue massage, hot stone therapy, body scrubs, European facials,waxing and wraps.
Posted by John Peretz on Thu, Sep 10, 2009 @ 05:34 PM
The Steamboat Springs area and Northwest Colorado has some of the very best elk hunting in the United States and the World. If you're lucky enough to have your elk tag, you might be wondering what other things to do in Steamboat Springs after you're done hunting. Here's our list from a local's point-of-view:
- Go to The Tap House to watch your favorite football team. The Tap House in downtown Steamboat Springs at 729 Lincoln Ave. has all the satellite programming you could wish for, including NFL ticket, college games and more. It's funky downstairs location makes it a perfect spot to grab some grub and have a brew.
- Get a massage at All Season Wellness. This is Steamboat Springs premier massage facility, offering a variety of affordable deep tissue, Swedish and Thai massage specials. You can even surprise your wife or girlfriend by going for the Mountain Man Makeover before you return home, combining a great massage with a facial and a manicure or pedicure. Or, try A Calming Touch massage therapy. Both All Season Wellness and A Calming Touch have available outcall service to your location for an additional fee. Don't let your location limit you from a great health benefit and experience!
- Soak in the natural Strawberry Park hot springs a little out of town. Ask a local where the all natural hot springs are, and go for a soak with your buddies. It's a one-of-a-kind outdoor experience sure to soothe your aching body.
- Go golfing at Haymaker Golf course, almost a mile and a half above sea level. Amaze your friends with the distance you can drive (and slice) at this altitude. Haymaker is a great public course just a little south of town on Highway 40 headed towards Rabbit Ears Pass.
- Go grab some barbecue at the local's joint, Double Z Barbecue. Located one block off of Lincoln at 1124 Yampa Street, this is where the local's go for the best barbecue in Streamboat. Or, try the Steamboat Smokehouse, where you'll find some great mounts and you can throw peanut shells on the ground.
- Check out the local taxidermy shops in Steamboats. B & L Taxidermy at 1744 Lincoln does great work, as does All Seasons Taxidermy at 2354 Lincoln Ave. Both shops are a little north of town.
- Learn the history of the Yampa Valley at the coolest little historical museum in Northwest Colorado, the Tread of Pioneers museum located at 800 Oak Street, one street off the main drag of Lincoln Ave.
- Go fly fishing on the Yampa River. There are three great fy fishing shops in town, Straightline Sports, Bucking Rainbow and Steamboat Flyfisher. They offer rental equipment and guided trips.
Whatever you do, we hope you enjoy the mountains of Northwest Colorado and the magical city of Steamboat Springs, CO.
Posted by John Peretz on Fri, Aug 14, 2009 @ 03:09 PM
While on vacation, Odette Vandenberg of Torrance, California wanted to get a European facial in Steamboat Springs, CO. After searching for a Steamboat Springs Day Spa, Ms. Vandenberg booked at All Season Wellness, an Asian-infused Steamboat day spa that specializes in Steamboat Thai massage and European facials.
"It was one of the best facials I've ever had, with a quality level that I didn't expect in a ski town. From the moment I walked in the door I felt truly welcomed, and now my face is glowing," gushed Ms. Vandenberg.
A European facial cleanses, conditions, moisturizes, rejuvenates and relaxes the face. European facials in Steamboat Springs not only improve the skin's elasticity and skin tone, but professionals also think they can improve your mood.
The European facial in Steamboat Springs begins with a complete cleansing of the skin, followed by an extraction process to remove any impurities and blackheads. It's usually done under magnification.
The facial also includes exfoliation of the face, using a customized mask, and at All Season Wellness, it also includes a neck, face, forehead, temple and shoulder massage.
"My experience was so good, I immediately booked a Thai massage in Steamboat Springs for the next day," Ms. Vandenberg said. "Let the boys go do their thing outdoors. I'm on vacation, too, and this is what I want to do. There's plenty of time to be together in the evenings."
The European facial at All Season Wellness also helps with cellular rejuvination, acne and other problems with the skin. Unlike home treatments and scrubs, it doesn't rely on harsh facial treatments.
Plan on pampering yourself for one to one and a half hours with the Steamboat Springs facial. A mini-facial can be accomplished in as little as 45 minutes.
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