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2012 - Issue 8 - December 2012/January 2013

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GUIDE relax sweet escapes UNWIND AT ONE OF THESE LUXURIOUS MIDWESTERN RETREATS. BY ZARA HUSAINI The American Club Resort J ust two hours from Chicago, the indulgence with a variety of bathing and hydrotherapy services, as well as energy and massage therapies. Boost the immune system with the 80-minute exfoliating Kohler Waters body wrap signature treatment ($190). 444 Highland Dr., Kohler, WI, 855-444-2838; americanclubresort.com Blue Harbor Resort I n Sheboygan, Wisconsin, this resort and spa's 1,900-square-foot presidential suite ($1,200 per night) features a master bedroom with whirlpool, three guest bedrooms, and an expansive view of Lake Michigan; visit Reflections Spa for the signature body wrap, hair and scalp treatment, and aromatherapy massage ($225). 725 Blue Harbor Dr., Sheboygan, WI, 866-701-2583; blueharborresort.com Canoe Bay D esigned by Frank Lloyd Wright protégé John Rattenbury, this hotel's stunning Edgewood villa ($999 per night) boasts 2,000 square feet of living space decked out with rustic prairie-style flair. Explore 300 forested acres of the northwestern Wisconsin country- side with an hour-long horse-drawn carriage ride ($100). W16065 Hogsback Road, Chetek, WI, 715-924-4594; canoebay.com 150 MICHIGANAVEMAG.COM D'Monaco P erched on a cliff overlooking the Ozarks, these luxury Kohler Waters Spa offers a welcome Mediterranean-inspired villas are ideal for both long weekends and month-long getaways. Guests can watch the sunrise over tranquil Table Rock Lake from the comfort of a hot tub on their private veranda. 4125 State Hwy. 86, Ridgedale, MO, 888-336-6622; dmonaco.com Eagle Ridge Resort & Spa E The lobby of The Henry is known for its art collection. works by Picasso, Rembrandt, and Renoir before visiting the adjacent Henry Ford historic attraction. 300 Town Center Dr., Dearborn, MI, 313-441-2000; behenry.com The Inn at Bay Harbor T his resort overlooking Lake Michigan offers a unique selection of spa services, includ- ing silent and meditative yoga retreats, plus equine journeys with horses so couples can learn to manage stress and better communicate ($549). xplore the scenic 6,800-acre Galena Territory 150 miles northwest of Chicago while cross-country skiing or, when the weather is warmer, sipping Champagne on a sunset hot air balloon ride ($175 per person). 444 Eagle Ridge Dr., Galena, 800-892-2269; eagleridge.com Grand Geneva Resort & Spa S nowmaking capabilities allow for a reliable winter wonderland with skiing, snowboarding, ice-skating, and sledding through- out the season; after spending the day outdoors, visit the resort's Well Spa + Salon for an 80-minute Positively Radiant Cranberry Massage ($205). 7036 Grand Geneva Way, Lake Geneva, WI, 800-558-3417; grandgeneva.com The Henry F ormerly the Ritz-Carlton, this stylish hotel is known for its collection of art from Detroit mainstay Park West Gallery; peruse 3600 Village Harbor Dr., Bay Harbor, MI, 800-462-6963; innatbayharbor.com The Pfister T his ornate 119-year-old hotel presents an oasis in downtown Milwaukee. Indulge in the Pure Decadence package with a hydrotherapy bath, AromaGlow body scrub, and relaxing massage in the privacy of a two-room suite at Well Spa + Salon (starting at $190). 424 E. Wisconsin Ave., Milwaukee, WI, 414-273-8222; thepfisterhotel.com West Baden Springs Hotel B What outdoor activities are ideal for families? Our ski hill includes a mountain- top chalet and 18 ski runs. It's for beginners up to those who are ready to take their skills to Colorado. How about indoor activities? We have a fitness center, gymnasium, tennis courts, and indoor lap pool. What does Grand Geneva have planned for the holidays? We have a Christmas in the Country tradition. Performers come in from across the country to perform holiday music at our "Hooray for Holidays!" shows. uilt in 1902, this opulent retreat is known for its unique domed atrium, "the eighth wonder of the world." The adjoining family-friendly French Lick Resort has indoor pools, basketball and tennis courts, and a bowling alley with arcade. 8538 W. Baden Ave., West Baden Springs, IN, 888-936-9360; frenchlick.com MA Grand Geneva Mountain Top ski lodge. CHILL OUT Grand Geneva Resort & Spa's Ed Svitak shares his winter game plan.

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