A LITTLE R&R
I'm going to let you in on a little secret. When my husband and I need to get away or are seeking a warmer climate, we'll book a spa treatment at a luxury hotel and gain access to their fabulous pool/amenities all day long. For the cost of a massage/facial/pedicure (and sometimes a minor pool fee), you can enjoy a day of luxury and leisure for a fraction of the cost of staying overnight. Think about it... fresh cocktails, spa water, and gourmet food served to you poolside while you barely have to lift a finger (other than to reapply your sunscreen of course). Sure, it's lovely to wake up in comfy hotel bed linens and order room service, but this is the next best thing and since you're only there for the day you aren't trying to cram in any other activities- this is about pure R&R. So call up a hotel spa to book a treatment, grab that stack of magazines you've been dying to pour into and your bathing suit, and give yourself a day off! Check out our favorite spots in California below...
