4 Wellness Treatments from Southern California

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As wellness travel increases, properties in California have created unique experiences to leave their guests renewed. Check out these properties and their wellness offerings from the Monterey County Convention and Visitors Bureau (Monterey County CVB):

Post Ranch Inn in Big Sur, CA

The award-winning eco-luxury resort Post Ranch Inn introduced its Sleep Program designed to help guests sleep better and leave feeling rejuvenated. The program includes a hand-crafted sleep dining menu, spa treatments, Sweet Dreams gift bag with sleeping aids such as guava leaf tea and a Manta sleep mask, and an on-demand video series with The Sleep Doctor, Dr. Michael Breus.

Carmel Valley Ranch in Carmel Valley, CA

Guests at Carmel Valley Ranch in the foothills of the Santa Lucia Mountains can experience unique equine experiences. The Growing Awareness experience challenges guests to learn how to truly enjoy the moment while the Discover Joy experience is an equine-assisted journey to less stress, a stronger immune system and increased energy. The Equines and Wine experience helps guests feel grounded in the presence of horses while savoring a glass of Monterey County wine.

Refuge in Carmel Valley, CA

Refuge is a co-ed outdoor relaxation spa that takes guests through a three-step thermal cycle featuring a sauna, steam room, cold plunges, warming pools and various lounging areas. The spa's signature thermal cycle experience is designed to soothe aches and pains, speed up the metabolism and enhance muscle restoration.

The Spa at Bernardus Lodge in Carmel Valley, CA

The Spa at Bernardus Lodge features a garden-to-treatment philosophy based on the turn of each season. The spa creates an environment focused on tranquility, ritual, reflection and renewal where guests can choose from relaxation services including restorative yoga, massages and facials. The Stop & Smell the Roses winter treatment package comes complete with a rose-inspired massage and a facial featuring antioxidant-rich cocoa and the pore-refining benefits of strawberry.

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