Mia Mackman is founder of the Arizona Spa and Wellness Association, whose goal is to promote industry best practices, community utilization, wellness tourism and innovative spa-and-wellness integration. She is a
Wild horses still roam free here. That’s just one aspect of the unique visitor experience at this luxury resort on the Gila River Indian Community in Chandler, Arizona. The 500-room
Float therapy is making a comeback, more therapeutic and enticing than ever. The basic idea is you float in a dark, enclosed capsule filled with warm super-salted water. It’s an
Las Vegas is known more for casinos, stage performers and mobsters than for antiques and second-hand treasures. But as older hotels have been renovated or replaced with new ones, and
The hotel lobby at 4:15 a.m. was soundless as I awaited pickup for a sunrise hot air balloon ride above the Sonoran Desert. A massive SUV rolled into the circular
Hyatt Centric is a new boutique brand of full-service lifestyle hotels created for travelers who want to be in the middle of the action. Located in prime destinations, the hotels
I hadn’t shopped a full-fledged all-Vera-Bradley-all-the-time store since, well, never. I knew it as an accessories brand, having seen the perky prints in boutiques and gift shops, but I generally
Two luxury brands are partnering to give Chicago visitors and residents the most blissful experiences in body and skin care. The Spa at Trump at the Trump International Hotel &
Something I do not want to drag along with me on any trip is a bag full of beauty products. They are heavy and bulky, and they take up space
The most essential travel companion is a trustworthy guidebook. If it fits neatly in your pocket or handbag, all the better. Great news: The best-selling and award-winning DK Eyewitness Travel
UPDATE: Check the Morton Arboretum website for current information on the next Illumination light show and other special events. It’s one thing to drive through a decorated subdivision to admire
One thing I love about flight delays is having plenty of time to browse the airport shops. But at O’Hare International Airport, you’re not limited to the concourse merchants. Take
The Tech & Travel media gathering at the InterContinental Chicago Magnificent Mile integrated family travel, automobile tech upgrades and search optimization for bloggers. All this in one compact educational program
Celebrity makeup artist Robin Black keeps her glam on while racking up those frequent flyer miles. She jets back and forth between LA and New York several times a month.
Veggie Fest Chicago August 15-16, 2015 “Good Food, Healthy Living” is the mantra for Veggie Fest, a two-day celebration of the vegetarian lifestyle. Founded in 2005 and hosted by the
Chicago’s Randolph Street Market Festival kicked off its 2015 summer season with frolic and flair. This European-style antique flea market sprawls over eight urban acres in the West Loop with