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25 TOP CANADIAN SPA DEALS FOR THE HOLIDAYS

For many of us, the holidays can be stressful, and even more so in times of economic uncertainty, so stress-reducing spa visits could very well be the perfect gift to give or to receive this holiday season. (Please note: Specials may be restricted to certain days, and taxes and gratuities may or may not be included in the holiday prices. Prices are in Canadian dollars.)

From west to east, here’s a sampling of what Canadian spas are offering this holiday season:

Ancient Cedars Spa at the Wickaninnish Inn, Tofino, BC

A West Coast Christmas Package

Hugging the shores of the Pacific Ocean, the Ancient Cedars Spa is offering a West Coast Christmas Package including two night’s accommodation for two, two 1-hour AVEDA spa treatments and a four-course Christmas dinner for two at The Pointe Restaurant (or privately in your guest room). The package also includes several extras such as a live miniature Blue Spruce in your guest room and keepsake tree ornaments.

Holiday Price: Starting at $1,595 based on double occupancy.

www.wickinn.com
ancientcedarsspa@wickinn.com
1-800-333-4604

Grotto Spa at Tigh-Na-Mara, Parksville, Vancouver Island, B.C.

Toast of the Town Facial

Someone was bound to offer it sooner or later: A “happy-hour” for the skin. The Grotto’s 60-minute Toast of the Town Facial uses a wine-inspired product line to refresh the skin. The treatment is followed by a Mimosa. Price includes access to the Grotto Mineral Pool, relaxation lounges and one of the best spa cafes in the country - Treetop Tapas & Grill.

Holiday Price: $110

www.grottospa.com
relax@grottospa.com
1-800-663-7373

Absolute Spas, Vancouver, B.C.

Organic Canadian Cranberry-Grapefruit Triple Winter Warm-Up

Absolute Spas’ Winter Warm-Up begins with an exfoliating luffa body scrub, followed by a treatment for fingers and toes, then a full body massage with organic Shea Butter blended with organic cranberry, pomegranate, blueberry fruit extracts and Vitamin E. An optional cranberry-grapefruit steam bath is also included in the package.

Holiday Price: $249

www.absolutespa.com
info@absolutespa.ca
1-877-684-2772

Sahara Spa, MooseJaw, Saskatchewan

Royal Ritual Christmas Special

The Indonesian-inspired Sahara Spa’s Royal Ritual begins with an aromatherapy foot soak followed a Bali Spice Boreh Body Scrub, a signature 75-minute Asian-style massage and a 60-minute customized facial. Located in downtown Moosejaw, the Sahara Spa is one of the very few Canadian spas to offer an authentic Indonesian experience.

Holiday Price: $225

www.saharaspa.ca
saharaspa@sasktel.net
306-692-1012

Riverstone Spa, Inn at the Forks, Winnipeg, Manitoba

Heal the Body

For this holiday season, The Riverstone Spa is allowing for “customization.” It’s one of the new buzz words in the spa biz. Clients choose any two of four services (facial, pedicure, massage or wrap) then add on one more from a choice of three (paraffin treatment, lip service or aroma steam). The three-treatment package also includes a 15 per cent discount on regular-priced retail on the day of services.

Holiday Price: $185

www.innforks.com
reservations@omnforks.com
1-877-377-4100, 204-942-6555

Elmwood Spa, Toronto, Ontario

Decadent Retreat

Canada’s largest day spa, Elmwood Spa in downtown Toronto is offering a Decadent Retreat including water therapies, a 50-minute skin freshening facial, a deluxe manicure and pedicure, a 60-minute Li’Tya body massage inspired by Australian-aboriginal healing rituals. A 3-course lunch plus Elmline gifts complete the package. Partake of the Decadent Retreat in December and you get a bonus $50 gift card towards ElmLine products.

Holiday Price: $433

www.elmwoodspa.com
spa@elmwoodspa.com
1-877-284-6348

Grail Springs Spa in Bancroft, Ontario

2 for 1 Economy Buster Holiday Spa Deal

Renowned for their detox programs, Grail Springs Spa is offering a two-for-one deal on 2, 5, 7, 12 and 14-night packages. This Economy Buster for two includes accommodation, organic meal plan, a detoxifying mud bath or sea weed wrap, a $75 spa credit, fitness activities and use of wet areas. You need to buy the package by December 31 to take advantage of the two-for-one offer, but bookings are good until the end of May, 2009.

Holiday Price: $990, two nights, double occupancy

www.grailsprings.com
reservations@grailsprings.com
1-877-553-5772

The Millcroft Spa, Centre for Well-Being, Alton, Ontario

Afternoon Indulgence

An Afternoon Indulgence at The Millcroft Spa, Centre for Well-Being includes a one-hour Hot Stone Massage with afternoon tea service in the Spa Café. You can complete the day relaxing by the indoor pool or cozy up to the fireplace in the spa lounge. Millcroft offers a lovely country experience complemented by fine dining.

Holiday Price: $130

www.millcroft.com
spa@millcroft.com
1.800.383.3976

Spa at Inn on the Twenty, Jordan (Niagara Region), Ontario

The Twelve Days of Wine Country Christmas

In keeping with the country that prevails in this wine country spa, Inn on the Twenty is offering a gift package including seven spa experiences and five products – one item for each of the 12 Days of Christmas. The package includes an aromatherapy steam, body polish, massage, facial, manicure, makeup application, spa luncheon, an anti-stress shoulder wrap, a bottle of Cave Spring Cellars Wine, a cook book from the Inn on the Twenty Restaurant and, to spa at home – body scrub and body balm products.

Holiday Price: $442.00

www.innonthetwenty.com
spa@innonthetwenty.com
1-800-701-8074

OSpa at The Oban Inn, Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario

Refresh Me

Located just a few blocks from Niagara-on-the-Lake’s main street, OSpa is offering one night’s accommodations for two in a deluxe room with continental breakfast for both and two 55-minute spa treatments per person. Each person can choose a facial or massage, followed by a signature hand or foot treatment.

Holiday Price: $398 (per night)

www.obaninn.ca
reservations@obaninn.ca
1-866-359-6226

100 Fountain Spa at the Pillar and Post, Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario

Winter Hydrating Package

The 100 Fountain Spa at the Pillar is offering a trio of treatments designed to relieve holiday stress. The package includes a bamboo (yes, that’s correct) and wine scrub, a shea butter wrap, a deluxe pedicure and a bottle of SpaRitual polish for at-home touch-ups. Also included in the package is one of the signature facilities at this spa - the steamy outdoor hot springs.

Holiday Price: $235

www.vintage-hotels.com
spares@vintage-hotels.com
1-888-669-5566

Ste. Anne’s Spa, Grafton, Ontario

Men Stay Free

One of Canada’s first full-service spas Ste. Anne’s Men Stay Free package includes one night’s accommodation, breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea and dinner, a wellness class, $100 worth of spa services, and complete use of the facilities.
Men stay and eat free when accompanied by a partner paying the single rate.

Holiday Price: $525

www.steannes.com
info@steannes.com
1-888-346-6772

Holtz Spa Ottawa

Sweet Temptations

Ottawa’s grand dame of day spas, Holtz Spa is offering a day package including 55-minute, anti-oxidant-packed Dark Chocolate Fondue Body Wrap, a Cranberry Manicure and an 80-minute Anti-Oxidant Facial. You can relax post-treatment with a green tea or glass of red wine.

Holiday Price: $275

www.holtzspa.com
info@holtzspa.com
1-877-241-8889

Le Scandinave Spa Blue Mountain, Collingwood, Ontario

Revitalization Package

Ontario’s first and still only Nordic spa, Le Scandinave Spa in Blue Mountain is offering a holiday package that includes all-day access to the various hot and cold therapies located both indoors and out, an embroidered terry robe (for you to take home with you), lunch at the Spa Bistro and chocolate treats. The outdoor/indoor wellness “attraction” is located just a five-minute drive from the ski hills and village of Blue Mountain.

Holiday Price: $115

www.scandinaveblue.com
reservations@scandinaveblue.com
1-877-988-8484

Spa Au Naturel, Brookstreet, Ottawa

Enchanted Retreat

The Enchanted Retreat includes a 60-minute customized Swedish or Sports massage, a 40-minute manicure, a 60-minute pedicure in a vibrating, heated chair all topped off with a full glamour make-up application to complement your personal style. Package also includes use of a fully-equipped gym, indoor salt-water pool and herbal steam room.

Holiday Price: $225

www.brookstreet.ca/spa
aunaturelspa@brookstreet.ca
1-888-826-2220, 613-271-1800

Briars Resort & Spa: Jackson’s Point, Ontario (Lake Simcoe)

The Mimosa Champagne Body Wrap

This lakefront resort about an hour’s drive from downtown Toronto is offering a two-hour service starting with a Mimosa Champagne Body Wrap followed by a aromatherapy massage. The offer also includes a gift of Mimosa Body Lotion, a spa lunch served in the Tower overlooking the lake plus use of the gym, indoor pool and other wet facilities.

Holiday Price: $217

www.thebriars.ca
spa@briars.ca
1-800-465-2376, 905-722-3271

The WaterSpa at Sir Sams Inn, Haliburton, Ontario

Winter Soother

This lakeside, country inn has a Winter Soother package that includes two nights in a guestroom with a fireplace, two 4-course candlelit dinners in the dining room, two full country breakfasts, and two 60-minute massages (relaxation or aromatherapy). Package also includes access to an indoor pool and hydro-therapy circuit.

Holiday Price: from $800 per couple

www.sirsamsinn.com
info@sirsamsinn.com

1-800-361-2188

Hillcrest Valenova Inn & Spa in Port Hope, Ontario

December Spa Escape

This intimate wellness spa located in downtown Port Hope is offering a December Spa Escape that includes accommodation in one of their individually decorated guest rooms, all meals, afternoon tea and $100 spa allowance to be used toward the treatments or service of your choice.

Holiday Price: $299

www.thehillcrest.ca
info@thehillcrest.ca
1-888-253-0065

Le Spa at Fairmont Le Château Montebello - Montebello, Québec

One Day Spa at the Château

The Spa at the historic Fairmont Chateau Montebello (it’s known as Canada’s largest and most luxurious log cabin) is offering a One Day Spa package that includes a Bento Box or buffet lunch, a 45-minute massage, 45-minute manicure, 45-minute pedicure, a gift pack of B.Kamins products plus access to wet facilities which include a very grand indoor pool.

Holiday Price: $169

www.fairmont.com/Montebello
lespa.montebello@fairmont.com
819-423-3099

Spa Eastman, Eastern Townships, Quebec

Magical Holiday Season

If you book four nights over the holidays (including Christmas or New Year’s Eve) at Spa Eastman, Canada’s original “destination spa,” you get the fifth night free. This offer is good for all packages with accommodations. This holiday offering includes accommodation, all meals (think healthy gourmet), fitness activities, workshops, a guided wintry walk, plus access to the hammam and the indoor pool.

Holiday Price: from $520 per person

www.spa-eastman.com
courrier@spa-eastman.com

1-800-665-5272

AWAY Spa, W Hotel, Montreal, Québec

Winter Polish

Away Spa at Montreal’s W Hotel has created a Winter Polish package that includes a 25-minute invigorating body polish, followed by a 55-minute hydrating massage with rich cream. The intimate spa’s classy tea service is an added bonus.

Holiday Price: $130

www.whotels.com
spa.wmontreal@whotels.com
514-395-3160

Spa Inspirations at Manoir Victoria, Quebec City

Cranberry Wrap

Inside the stone gates of Old Quebec City is where you’ll find Spa Inspirations at the historic Manoir Victoria. Their holiday-season special is a 60-minute Cranberry Wrap followed by a glass of Quebec cranberry cider. Package also includes use of sauna, gym and indoor pool.

Holiday Price: $100

www.spainspirations.com
spa@manoir-victoria.com
1-800-463-6283

Inn on the Cove & Spa, Saint John, New Brunswick

Spectacular Christmas Sale

Perched on the shores of the Bay of Fundy, the Spa at the Inn on the Cove has reduced prices on select à-la-cart treatments by 50 per cent for those who make a $5 cash donation to the Saint John Animal Rescue League or a $5 value food donation to the local Food Bank. Owners of the inn are matching all donations received.

Holiday Price: 50% off select treatments

www.innonthecove.com
spa@innonthecove.com
506-672-7799

Spirit Spa, Halifax, Nova Scotia

Holly Hands and Mistle-Toes

In its sleek, modern facility, Spirit Spa at the Courtyard Marriott Downtown has given a holiday spin to their deluxe mani/pedi. The two-hour service includes a cranberry pomegranate scrub, a warm cinnamon-scented paraffin treatment for hands and feet and a fragrant cup of cranberry tea. The package is easily stretched into a half-day with the use of the hotel’s hot tub and indoor swimming pool.

Holiday Price: $99

www.spiritspa.ca
info@spiritspa.ca
902-431-8100

Spa at the Monastery, St. John’s Newfoundland

Winter Wrap-Up

The only Canadian spa housed in a former monastery, the Spa at the Monastery in downtown St. John’s has gathered together three treatments plus spa products and created a half-day package called the Winter Wrap-Up. It includes a 55-minute body wrap, a manicure, a pedicure and gift products from Aveda.

Holiday Price: $250

www.monastery-spa.com
info@monastery-spa.com
1-877-635-3772