celebrate the holidays with red mountain resort & spa …

 

according to wellness experts at red mountain resort & spa, a top destination spa located in the red rock bluffs of southern utah, the secret to making this holiday season even more fulfilling is giving back and they’re making it easy with the introduction of their “gift of giving” package.

“giving not only feels good, but is good for you,” said cindy clemens, resident life coach at red mountain resort & spa. “research demonstrates that those who give lead healthier, happier lives and that’s the inspiration behind our latest package.”

 

the gift of giving package

red mountain resort & spa is making a donation on behalf of its guests to their choice of the following charities: children’s miracle network, best friend animal society, american cancer society or susan g. komen for the cure. red mountain will donate $50 on behalf of guests who stay with the signature package for three nights, $75 for guests who stay five nights and $100 for guests who stay seven nights. guests will also receive an arrival gift of resort vouchers entitling them to discounts of 10 – 50 percent off selected spa and wellness activities. the gift of giving package is available from november 20, 2009 to january 3, 2010, starts at $199 per person per night and includes:

· deluxe accommodations with high-speed internet service

· three delicious and nutritious meal daily

· daily guided morning hikes

· unlimited fitness classes such as drummer boy drums alive, ho ho hip hop, chi ball cheer, nordic pole nordic walking and more

· healthy life classes at the wellness center

· personal discovery activities including mother earth meditation

· starry night astronomy, red mountain fire ceremony, tai chi on the rocks and more

· eat well, feel well cooking demonstrations for healthier holidays

· use of resort facilities including indoor and seasonal outdoor pools, bicycles, walking trails and strength and cardio studios

for guests seeking last-minute respite from the busy holiday season, red mountain resort & spa also offers an à la carte rate of only $179 per room, per night (based on single or double occupancy) including a healthy and delicious breakfast buffet. there is no better way to remedy yuletide stress than a quick getaway to the peaceful red rocks of st. george. to further enhance their stay, guests can add meals, hiking, fitness and wellness activities (for an additional cost) as they see fit.  

 

world traditions enhance season of giving

enhancing the season of giving, red mountain resort & spa also offers a taste of traditions the world over with mini-spa treatments, refreshments, music and more: 

• december 5 – native american holiday – guests can join shaman betina lindsey in the celebration of the full moon with a sampling of southwestern holiday treats, neck and shoulder massages and paraffin hand treatments.
• december 12 – chanukah – the lighting of the menorah will be led by spa director myrna beardshear. guests will also enjoy a showcase of traditional chanukah treats.
• december 19 – celtic celebration – guests can be carried to the emerald isle as they relax and enjoy an evening filled with the sounds of the acoustical celtic band wooden tantrum.
• december 25 – feliz navidad ­– the spanish traditions sizzle during an evening filled with holiday treats that say “olé!,” hot mini spa treatments and piñatas filled with spa goodies.
• december 31 – mystical new years eve party - this year, guests can ring in the new year with a spa tapas party complete with treats, mini spa treatments, clairvoyant readings, music and more. best of all, the new year’s toast will be served at 11 pm so guests can start 2010 with a clear mind, ready to hit the red rock trails.

 

red mountain resort & spa, nestled in the high desert red rock bluffs of southwestern utah and a picturesque two-hour drive from las vegas, is an extraordinary fitness and wellness destination.  it features rejuvenating spa treatments, the most extensive hiking program in the southwest and innovative programs for mind and body.  highlights include the sagestone spa & salon offering more than 50 treatments and services, many including indigenous ingredients.  specializing in outdoor adventure fitness programs for all levels, red mountain resort & spa has been named one of the top spas by condé nast traveler, fodor’s, allure magazine, and forbes.com; and one of the top detox spas by usa today. red mountain is located at 1275 e. red mountain circle, st george, utah 84738. for reservations call 435.673.4905, toll-free at 877.246.hike, or visit redmountainspa.com.