Life's a Holladay

Hey Y'all!  In part two of "In Search of the Spa Life" at  The International Spa Association (aka ISPA) 2014 conference, ISPA was a veritable treasure trove of cool candles and goodies that not only tickle our noses at the spa, but also while: traveling caring for our skin hanging out bite free in the garden Find […] The post Int'l Spa Association Report: Functional Fragrance appeared first on Lif...

When I decided to take my boyfriend for a getaway and massage in Santa Ynez, I had no idea it would turn into a supernatural spa experience!   Listen to my spa ghost story, on the player is below the pics.  Plus, the perfect rock and roll spa Halloween costume a la Pharrell Williams the […] The post Massaged by a Ghost in Los Alamos! appeared first on Life's a Holladay .

  Hey Y'all!  Part of our "In Search of the Spa Life" series, I went to the holy grail of spa events:  The International Spa Association (aka ISPA) 2014 conference!  I have never seen so many gorgeous complexions in my whole life, so even though the show was in Vegas, it's a safe bet this […] The post Int'l Spa Association Report: Beautiful Skin is In! appeared first on Life's a Holladay .

Looking at the stars at the spa is de rigeuer & wicked cool, so we're spinning the music "Vintage Telescope" by Troupe for you to gaze by. This electronic hypnotica tune sends me hanging by the pool watching the stars with martini in hand at a retro fab spa like the Ciel Spa at the […] The post Spin: Stargazing Music for a Virtual Spa Night appeared first on Life's a Holladay .

One of my favorite parts of what I do is discovering the town and culture that surrounds the spas I visit.  I mean, really, the best retreats are true in their style and swagger to their environment.  And what better way to understand the soul of a spa than find out what energy and spirit […] The post Spa Detour: Palm Springs appeared first on Life's a Holladay .

Walking in the rain – the original rain shower head! Are y'all enjoying April showers?  Whether it's raining or sunny where you are, we've got your music for a rainy day!  Today's spa spin, Rain by Quaid is a virtual downpour of funky, asian, oriental piano notes.   It reminds me of something you might […] The post Spin: Rain Music appeared first on Life's a Holladay .

This week instead of going to the spa, we're whipping up spa inspired Easter cuisine that will surprise your guests & tingle their taste buds.  Justin Marx , CEO of Marx Foods, whips us up a meal with an ingredient he actually foraged stinging nettles! Stinging nettles are not only delicious and nutrient rich (high […] The post Foraging for Easter Food: Spa Nettle Pesto Eggs appeared first on Life...

This week's spa music song is inspired by last week's Spa Brunch episode where I reflected in the Golden Door's Japanese gardens while giving you a virtual tour and met founder Deborah Szekely.  It's by Japanese recording artist ASA called Wind Focus.  It's mellow with a touch of electronic funk!  Perfect thinking music, so if you're […] The post Spin: ASA – Wind Focus appeared first on Life's a H...

Today I decided to forego many of the activities on my list for meditative things.  And it was a real eye-opener!  I skipped the cool walking meditation (at end you walk the labyrinth and burn a worry with a symbolic sage leaf) and started slow with blueberry pancakes!  (How to's under the Recipes tab.) Tune in […] The post Golden Door Spa: Secret Gardens & Meeting Deborah Szekely appeared first o...

                                          Nope.  That's not a typo! I actually met and danced with Karina Smirnoff of ABC's Dancing with the Stars! We will be broadcasting video from the event and my interview with her when our […] The post Karina Smirnoff: Dance Fit at Westin Mission Hills Spa appeared first on Life's a Holladay .

Hey You! Yes you, check out our new series, SB Spin where we dish up music guaranteed to spa up your week. And fitting enough, this weeks' tune is "Hey You" by French musician Moabi. It's a blend of electronica, retro lounge with an asian overtone, and I love how unpredictable the melody is. It […] The post Spin: Moabi – Hey You appeared first on Life's a Holladay .

Tune in and take a swing at stress, as I attend the Westin Golf Academy at the Westin Mission Hills Golf Resort and Spa in Palm Springs.   With two pro grade courses, designed by golf legends Pete Dye and Gary Player – one for beginners and one for advanced (ahem not me) players, it […] The post Westin Mission Hills: Swinging Spa Golf Lesson appeared first on Life's a Holladay .

Can it really be half over? Day 4 of my week at The Golden Door had me wondering if maybe I could just move in forever? Today I especially pondered the viddles we were munching – especially when the day ended with a cooking class! My room's back garden view! Near the end of the […] The post Golden Door Spa: Chakras & Cuisine appeared first on Life's a Holladay .