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REVIEW ~ Spa@theWit

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In the heart of Chicago's downtown, theWit Hotel offers the discerning traveler and locals a respite at the boutique Spa@theWit.  I had the opportunity to experience their new Detox Body Treatment, which used Eminence Organic Skin Care products.  

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In the Bag ~ Summer Take-Withs

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It’s summertime and living can become hectic.  Warmer temperatures and longer days encourage people to want to spend as much time outdoors as possible, whether working or vacationing, and take advantage of the extra sunlight.  More time is spent a

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WINTER DOLDRUM PERKS ~ PART ONE

106862796?profile=RESIZE_480x480“One of the earliest images showing a frozen Niagara Falls, in sepia tones, is thought to be from 1911 or 1912, though skeptics have questioned its authenticity because its photographer is unknown.”

With much of the nation in winter’s unrelenting gr

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HAVE SPA WILL TRAVEL

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As the Polar Vortex continues its stranglehold on much of the nation, thoughts of traveling to a warmer clime have become imperative.  As a spa aficionado, however, it’s not always practical to travel to a location that has a full-service spa, inclu

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HAVE SPA WILL TRAVEL

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As the Polar Vortex continues its stranglehold on much of the nation, thoughts of traveling to a warmer clime have become imperative.  As a spa aficionado, however, it’s not always practical to travel to a location that has a full-service spa, incl

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HOLIDAY GIFTING GUIDE

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This is the special time of the year when hope, joy, generosity and optimism converge with warm thoughts and fond recollections of memories from years gone by.  In this spirit of the season, I’ve assembled some of my favorite things to consider as

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AT-HOME SPA FINDS

Creating an at-home spa experience needn’t be an expensive investment.  There are many products and implements available online and at traditional brick and mortar retail and drug stores that offer products with price points that appeal to many econo

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SENSORY CONNECT

I’ve often written about the benefits of sensory engagement, especially in the context of a spa and wellness experience.  Getting in touch with our senses is a way to refocus and get grounded in matters of calm and wellbeing.  In particular, I’ve alw

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SUMMER'S REMAINING DAYS

Summer days may be waning with vacations, picnicking, barbecuing and other outdoor activities dramatically tapering off, nearly a month remains in the season.  While summer’s last hurrah is gaining momentum, reminders like heat, humidity and blazing

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