Finding Calm in the Water

by MARY BEMIS

Two Bunch Palms, Hot Springs Pool

The lithium-rich hot spring waters at the iconic Two Bunch Palms in Desert Hot Springs, California, simply put, make you feel great. Time—and worry—disappear when you’re soaking in the palm-tree-lined Grotto. Add authentic mud treatments, healthy cuisine, and a yoga dome and you have the makings for a truly restorative and restful getaway.

Hotel Bellevue

The island of Losinj on the stunning Croatian Coast is home to Hotel Bellevue and its state-of-the-art Spa Clinic. Sleek, airy, loaded with natural light and textures, the property has the best spot on Cikat Bay, literally steps away from the sapphire-hued sea. Cutting-edge therapies include hydrotherapy and cryotherapy, and there are plenty of meditative nooks for quiet contemplation.

Civana, Aqua Shiatsu

Aqua Shiatsu is a gently guided float in body-temperature water that can feel more restful than sleep. It’s one of many standout options at Civana Wellness Resort & Spa outside of Phoenix. The spa is dedicated to the ancient art of healing through water and has a serious hydrotherapy circuit of hot and cold pools and a plethora of calm-inducing energy treatments.