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Bodywork and Destinations Special: Fit to the Core Adventure Never Felt So Good Miraval By Jason Daley 9. Miraval >>>> Catalina, Arizona THE VIBE: After a hot day of desert adventure, Miraval, about 30 miles north of Tucson, is there to help you shed your lizardlike dry skin. Located on 135 acres of classic Sonoran Desert, the resort offers cutting-edge treatments like chi nei tsang abdominal massage and hardcore desert excursions on bike, foot, and horse. But the real spa stud will opt for Miraval's new five-day men-only Conquering Your Inner Everest program, a package designed to awaken the warrior within. (Note: This does not involve Viagra.) Miraval Everesters learn to rock-climb, go camping, bond during a sweat-lodge pipe ceremony, de-stress during a "Zen Bootcamp," and, because sweating blocks pores, cap it off with a men's facial. Guests bunk in casitas that offer patios with views to die for. GUEST LIST: Expect wealthy guests looking for classic desert adventure and loads of pampering. AWE FACTOR: With the Sonoran Mud Wrap—featuring the area's mineral-rich red clay slathered head to toe—you'll blend right in with the landscape. TO-DIE-FOR TREATMENT: During Zero Balancing Body Work, a therapist realigns the body to help the free flow of energy. MENU: Fanned tenderloin of ostrich, seafood towers, and pumpkin cheesecake. Sounds dangerous, yet it's nutritionally balanced cuisine. HE-MAN RATING: Two grunts. Decent outdoor activities, but it's ultra-luxurious. PRICE: From $520 per person per night, double occupancy, meals included CONTACT: 800-232-3969, www.miraval resort.com
Madison, Wisconsin-based freelance writer JASON DALEY is a frequent contributor to Outside. • Subscribe to Outside and get a FREE Gift! • Give the gift of Outside Magazine! • Subscribe to Outside Online's free weekly e-mail newsletter featuring gear reviews, fitness advice, galleries, podcasts, and more. |
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