A Snapshot Of A West Palm Beach Resort Vacation
Keeping It Close To Home
As we approached forty years of marriage, we discussed different options in celebrating this important milestone in our lives. We talked about taking a train trip up north to tour lighthouses, a cruise around the Caribbean or visiting Orlando. All are great places to commemorate an important event, but after our options were considered, we went with a totally different choice.
Given the cost of travel these days, we decided to keep it close to home and celebrate in style (our's is a simpler way of life) while keeping the cost reasonable. We made a decision to reserve a resort spa package by the beach. Our choice was a recently renovated Marriott hotel on Singer Island in West Palm Beach, Florida.
The resort is beautiful and offers guests many of the attractions visitors look for in a Florida vacation. This includes a beach front ocean view, great restaurants offering popular tropical cuisine and water sport activities.
The condo suite we rented was quite nice and we felt like it was a home away from home because of all the conveniences. Rather than share a vast amount of information on the delights of the suite, I felt a photo tour would give you a better description of the highlights.
An Inside Look At A Condo Suite
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The Ultimate Experience
An Oasis of Tranquility
Spas originate from the Turkish bath ritual of ancient Greece and Rome. The bath was meant to cleanse and relax the body. They became very popular during the Victorian era. The experience went something like this:
- Warm Room: heated, dry area where a person would sit while the skin's pores opened to release bad oils.
- Heated Room or Sauna: Additional heat would increase body's perspiration allowing the release of additional toxins.
- Cold Water Splash: This room would give the body a slight shock to increase the heart rate, which would then open veins for better circulation.
- Body Wash/Massage: Patrons would then bathe, usually in a large pool-like bath with others, to cleanse the body. This was followed by a full body massage.
- Cooling Room: Clients were then led to this room where they could relax in comfort before dressing.
The main reason we chose the resort was because we wanted to rejuvenate our bodies and enjoy a luxury spa experience. We have never done this before and thought it would be a fun post in our memoirs. Although spa treatments today do not follow such a detailed ritual, we found the options were similar in purpose. And, It does improve your overall well being as you enjoy the pampering!
Today spas offer clients health benefits such as aromatherapy with heated oil treatments that are meant to relax and soothe the body. Other services are yoga, pilates, mud baths and chemical peels.
It is highly recommended that you hydrate your body with plenty of water prior to your appointment. Arriving thirty minutes prior to your treatment allows you plenty of time to change into a robe and slippers and to store your personal belongings.
They do spoil you by providing you extras such as a sauna, whirlpool, sun deck, relaxation room, deluxe showers and tea and fruit bar. The spa and massage treatments are well worth taking your time to enjoy. I have posted the highlights of the spa treatment below so that you can get an idea of how the experience flows.
The Spa Experience Today
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It's Time To Relax: Forget About Everything!
Comments
Looks like a very nice vacation spot. Love all the detailed pictures ~ they really do tell the story. Seems like it was a nice relaxing getaway.
What a treasure of nice looking and enticing photos. You surely chronicled this vacation well. I felt so close! Voted up and awesome!
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I am glad you enjoyed the photo tour of the resort. It was a nice alternative to the more costly options. Thanks for visiting and for leaving a comment. Have a great weekend.
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I appreciate your votes of support and your visit. Your contributions are such a great boost to my hub posts. I thought that some people may just enjoy taking a peek into what a spa looks like behind the scenes. Have a great weekend, Rebecca.
Wow! I live very near this place! I'd love to go. I'm glad you shared your trip with us. I didn't see any mention of the cost, so I don't know if I could afford it. It is truly a beautiful place. I'm glad you had the chance to go there. Your photos were very good, too. I'll vote this UP, etc.
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Hello, Mary. There are many other fine resorts in the area, as you probably know, but this one gave us a reasonable package cost which included meals, spa treatments, exercise club usage, and many other extras. We managed to a lower cost (half of the summer season) at just under $500 for a two day vacation. It was a splurge but well worth the it for our celebration. Thanks for your votes of support and visit, Mary. You are such a great follower. I hope that you do get to enjoy a spa treatment here sometime soon --- mother's day? Take care.
HAPPY ANNIVERSARY. The West Palm Beach Resort sounds like paradise in heaven. A spa tretment leaves you fresh, rejuvenated and relaxed. The rooms are great, comfortable and gives a feeling of being at home. Excellent choice. Enjoyed reading.Voted up.
Amazing place!
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Vellur, it was well worth the trip as we felt like a million dollars after our treatments. I think next time we will just sit and enjoy watching the ocean waves roll in a little longer. Thanks for coming to visit and for your vote of support. Take care.
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Hello Sanjida! Thank you for visiting the hub and for leaving a comment. It was an amazing place to visit for us and we enjoyed the special treatment. BE well and safe today.
I smiled the whole way through this hub! The resort looks and sounds wonderful. I'm glad you got away to treat yourselves. And congrats too on the 40 years, happy anniversary!
This spa looks heavenly to me. I think that it was a great choice for your anniversary. Beautiful pictures. Voted up!
Wow with so many luxuries and comfort...it sure is a good time to relax and be happy.
Good pix.
Wishing you and your better half many more blissful years together......cheers!!!
Absolutely phenomenal hub and resort. It was if I was there with an exquisitely designed spa and condo that would cater to anyones celebrating tastes. Your pictures and descriptions were so inviting I wanted to pick up the phone and make a reservation. Marriott definitely has added all the personal touches with this one along with most of their other resorts, but this one is not to far of a drive for me:))) Congrats on 40 years and here's to making it another 40. Voted all the ups and thanks.
Happy Anniversary, teaches12345! It is nice to hear that you were able to treat yourself. Forty years is really something. I wish you many years of happiness and contentment on this occasion.
The place where you went looks great. I could almost smell the relaxation when I saw the photos. Palm Beach looks good right about now :)
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It was a nice but we really enjoyed the steamy hot towels that they give you after the massage the most. Guess you can get these at home too, but it's not the same. Thanks for the well wishes. I appreciate your stopping in to this photo tour hub.
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Yes, it was a convenient, cost-saver for us. The pictures don't really do the whole experience justice but you get the general idea of what transends in a good spa. Thanks for the vote of support and your sweet visit, Pamela.
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Hello Ruchira. It was almost as good as being in a castle for us. Thanks for the well wishes. Have a great weekend.
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Charlu, you deserve a vacation, go ahead and make the call! Thanks for your contribution to the hub topic and for the votes of support. Just wanted to share the spa experience with others, it's worth the trip. Take care.
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Hello, North Wind, and thanks for your sweet well wishes. It's not too far from home .. stop in some time. Take care and be safe out there.
Happy anniversary. What a wonderful way to celebrate. The resort looks so relaxing and well set up. Your photos show clearly what a terrific place this is. So nice to be pampered and rejuvenated, I bet you felt as though you had been away for a month by the time you arrived home all refreshed.
Thank you for sharing
How absolutely beautiful. Congratulations to both of you. I think these pictures are stunning, and you made a great choice. Pamper and rejuvenate... What could be better? Voted up all the way.
Congratulations on your years of wedded bliss! Looks like you had fabulous accommodations for your anniversary "trip". I've been to Florida a number of times, but haven't had the pleasure of spending time in West Palm Beach. The resort looks beautiful. Thank you for the tour! We'll take a cue from you and celebrate an upcoming special occasion at a local resort. Great idea...and great Hub!
Congratulations--wow--40 years. Looks like you had a great time--thanks for sharing the pictures. I'm sure the spa treatment was great as well. Happy anniversary and many many more.
Happy anniversary, teaches, and thanks for an enjoyable hub. The spa looks like a wonderful place to visit. What a great place for a special celebration!
Your photos are terrific. I love the look of the place.
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Thanks, Rosemay, for your sweet well wishes. I posted this article because I wanted to share the spa experience in this part of the country. Hopefully people looking for a resort vacation will find this useful. I appreciate your stopping in to leave a comment. You are so kind.
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Hello, Skarlet, yes it was well worth the trip to recieve such pampering. It's a small piece of heaven on earth. Thanks for your support and votes on this hub. Take care.
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I think most people head to Miami or Orlando when in South Florida because of the many options in entertainment. West Palm is in the middle so it's not often thought of as a vacation spot. It does hold some really nice resorts and offers a good deal of attractions. Hopefully, this hub will be of use to those seeking this information. Lindacee, thanks for the well wishes, we truly had a great celebration here.
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Hey, anginwu! Awww, thanks so much for the kind well wishes. It was a great time and we plan to do this again on our next milestone anniversary. You are a great friend for stepping in to read the hub and for leaving a comment. Be well and safe out there.
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It is a great place for any celebration. It does have a really nice gazebo setting for weddings and lovely outdoor gardens/beach area for parties, etc. Thanks for your well wishes and visit. I appreciate your helping to support my posts. Take care, Alicia.
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Breakfastpop, maybe we could hold an inn session here sometime! Thanks for your loyal support of my hubs and your kind visit. Be well and safe!
A beautiful and luxurious resort. Dare I ask how much this cost? Must've been a pretty penny. Voting this Up and Beautiful.
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This area of Florida is a tourist business during the winter months and hot summer season. During off-season times you can often catch pretty reasonable deals. We took advantage of this and booked a $500 two-day spa package deal, which included meals, massage treatments,all day spa usage and welcome package. It was a splurge for us but it was a good value. During season the price will double and may not include the extras like meals and spa usage. Thanks for the visit and for your added contribution in asking great questions. Always a pleasure to host a good friend.
The beach is calling me now. These are great pictues and makes us want to go.
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Kenny, you should make it a priority for your next vacation. You would truly enjoy the pampering and have a great time on the beach. I appreciate your stopping in for a look around and for your support.
Thanks for the info. Actually, that's not a bad deal for a two-day package.
What a wonderful way to celebrate your anniversary - it looks and sounds so relaxing and that view, wow!
A very happy anniversary to you both, thank you for sharing with us and voted up, best wishes Lesley
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Hello, Movie Master! I thank you for the well wishes, we did enjoy ourselves. You just can't beat an ocean view for any celebration. Thanks for your supportive votes and visit. Take care.
Hey teaches.. I want to go.. LOL Looks wonderful.. have a great time... Love your hub and the pictures it is very inviting.
Congratulations on 40 years of marriage.
God Bless you
Debbie
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Hello Deborah, you should go! You made me laugh with your enthusiasm. Thanks for the well wishes, we have been very blessed through the years. Thanks for stopping in and for your support. Take care and God be with you.
Congratulations on your 40th anniversary. The place does look lovely and just the kind where you could really relax and enjoy yourself. Thanks for the share. Have a lovely day!
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Thank, Sof, for your well wishes. It does prove what they claim, a relaxing spa experience and resort. Well worth the cost and visit. Thank for stopping in, I enjoy hearing from you. Be safe and well.
Sorry I'm so late; missed the notification on this one. This is what Bev and I need to do; finding the time of course is the problem but that's our fault. Great hub and I'd love to be there right now.
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Don't worry, Billybuc, you are always a welcome visitor. I noticed that a couple of my hubs had never sent me alerts that comments were on them. I have to go back and check on the others. Don't know if this is part of the virus HP is experiencing or just some glitch. Anyways, you two deserve a spa vacation! It's not a regular thing with us, but after so many years you have to do something to celebrate. Thanks for stopping in to comment. Your support means much to me. Blessings.
teaches12345: You SO deserve all of this! What a wonderful tour! LOVE the photos! VERY familiar with the song, "Don't Worry, Be Happy!" It was such a hit when it came out. I haven't been to West Palm Beach since I was 12 years old. My grandparents took me to Florida and I remember it as one of the best vacations of my life. Voted up and awesome! Blessings, Sparklea :)
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Hello, Sparkles! You definitely are deserving of a vacation and the beach is waiting for you. Thanks for your support and visit. Enjoy your day. Blessings!
Happy Anniversary, Teaches :) Thank you for sharing all the beautiful photos! I hope to get to visit a real spa one day.. it sounds amazing :) The hotel looks immaculate, I can't decide if my favorite thing was the deep bath tub or the sauna but of course the best part was that it was by the beach! Thank you again for sharing :)
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Hey Jamie, thanks for your well wishes. I am glad you enjoyed the tour. Yes the beach is the best part, and you don't have to really pay for that therapy. Thanks for stopping by and for your comment. Be safe out there.
Ahhhh! Great photos and engaging writing. Lovely! Voted up and beautiful. :^)
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Hello, clevercat! thanks for taking the time to stop in for a visit. I appreciate your comments and votes of suport. BE well and safe (love you kitty pic).
Having purchased a Condo w/a view a few months back, Singer Island is not far from us. First let me say, A Warm Congratulations on 40 years of Marriage, it looks like you Celebrated in Style. I loved the pictures and the very Informative Hub you have written on this lovely Resort Spa, Teacher. The Marriott should give you a FREE visit now for giving them such a glowing presentation. Thanks for sharing!
I now look forward to Following your Hubs.
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B. Malin, thanks for the follow and I will hop over to view yours soon. You live in an ideal spot that many people dream about. Thanks for the warm wishes and your supportive comment. Enjoy those ocean views!
That is a lovely hotel. When I graduate from radiography school I want to treat myself to a little vacation. This location will be going on my list!
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Yes, Bedbugabscond, you should treat yourself to a resort/spa vacation after you receive your degree! Thanks for coming in for the tour. I appreciate your support and it's good to see you here. (No bed bugs were found at this hotel! he, he, he)
Happy anniversary and congratulations, Teaches! It sounds like you and your husband had a lovely time. I loved this article, I almost feel like a took a vicarious spa vacation myself lol! And I love the video.
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Molly, you need to indulge in a spa vacation! Thanks for your well wishes and sweet visit. Have a good day.
Great hub, great photos. Another great way of breaking out from the stresses of life. Thank you for sharing this here at Hubpages.Remain blessed and best regards.
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I am always glad to see you, Cristina, on a hub visit. I highly recommend this type of vacation to the weary and worn. Thanks for coming in for a tour. Be blessed and safe.
What great photos! How I enjoyed them along with this relaxing vacation. I felt as though I were there. I could smell the ocean and feel the sand massaging my toes. Voted up and across, but not funny.
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Thanks vocalcoach, for your visit. Wish I could be there today as I could use a good spa treatment. Glad you enjoyed the tour. Be safe and well.
This makes me want to go on vacation again - it looks so delightful! I miss the beach - we drove to Myrtle Beach over spring break, and it was so relaxing. Love the photos!
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I have never been to Myrtle Beach, but I imagine that it would give you the same relaxing vacation. Thanks for the visit and support. You can never have too much beach time!
Congratulations on your 40 years of marriage. Looks like you had a fabulous celebration and relaxing one at that spa. We will be celebrating 42 years this October. My...how time flies! A spa treatment for a couple of days sounds heavenly! Voted up and beautiful.
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Congratulations to you as well, Peggy. You do deserve a spa vacation! Thanks for stopping by here. I am glad you enjoyed the hub. Take care dear friend.
What an incredible holiday that must have been - I can imagine it was hard to leave it and get back to the real world - B.
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Hey, Billips, it sure is nice to see you here. It was a bit of heaven on earth for a short time. Yes, it was hard to come back to reality. I guess I will just have to return there again next year! Take care, dear friend.
This was really wonderful. Excellent pictures. I have been on the heated marble tables on 2 different cruises and they are truly amazing. I now understand why lizards and turtles like to lie on rocks warmed by the sun! Congratulations on 40 years together!
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I never thought of it, but I guess we do now know why lizards love to lie on warm rocks. It was so unbelievable that I truly enjoyed the comfort of those heated hard tables. Glad I'm not alone on this. Thanks for your upbeat visit and comment, Karen. Thanks for the well wishes.
I love vacation especially with my love ones, it seems that you enjoyed much with your vacation teaches, especially with those so neat and beautiful place to stay. the pictures tells itself on how the place you've been is so cool and wonderful. thanks for sharing , voted up ! Lot
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Lot Rillera, I agree that vacations are enjoyable just because it's family togetherness. I think that we would have been just as happy watching old movie favorites and sharing a bowl of popcorn. Thanks for stopping in and leaving a comment. Have a great weekend.
What a fabulous vaca! Great photos! My daughter and SIL stayed at Breakers in Palm Beach last weekend. It cost $450 for one night. The MIL's treat. I want a MIL like her! They had a nice time and felt like royalty for 24 hours. Thank you for sharing!:)
This looks amazing teaches12345! My sister was just in Palm Beach I'll have to ask her where she stayed. Enjoyed the pics! Take care, Kelley
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Sunshine and Kelly, I am glad your families enjoyed their visits to South Florida. Hopefully the rains didn't interfere with their stay. The Breakers is a beautiful resort and it is almost like being in a castle. Thanks for your support if the hub!
I rarely say yes to go on a vacation at first, but now I feel like spending some more trips as I am already liking it. But, sometimes it's vital to check where you are going. Safety is very important to truly enjoy the vacation. Thanks for sharing this.
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Safety first, always! This resort is on a Singer Island and away from all the tourist places along the coast. Very private and calm. Love it... hope you can visit some time.
Congratulations. It's a blessing to celebrate such a milestone and the Resort is beautiful. Thanks for sharing and I wish you more decades of happiness together.
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Thanks for the well wishes, Lady. It was such a wonderful visit that we will probably make this an annual event. Except that we will take our own food to make a great private dinner in the room and watch the ocean waves. Be blessed in your day's journey.
Congratulations on the anniversary! Your hub was so descriptive I felt as though I was there. Loved the pictures - beautiful and detailed.
Great hub!
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Thanks BJC, for the well wishes. We really had such a great time this visit, in spite of the rainy day. Glad you came by here. Take care.
Now it makes me want to plan a getaway :)
teaches12345, this looks amazing! Looks like you picked the right place and Happy Anniversary!
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Jools, yes we did pick a pretty good place, but then how can you go wrong when you're by a beach? Thanks for the wishes and for your support of the hub. Enjoy your evening!
Congratulations on your upcoming 40th wedding anniversary! I am sure that you have a very nice time.
West Palm beach is beautiful. I was there last weekend as a matter of fact. We took my nephew to Rapids Water Park as well. This condo suite looks amazing! I love the fact that it has ocean view. The master bathroom is lovely as well as that master bedroom. closet look very spacious. The spa treatments are amazing followed by the sauna and a nice hot shower. I am in need of some relaxation as we speak. Voted up awesome! Are you from Florida?
Happy 40th anniversary! It looks to me like you made a wonderful choice. This looks soooo goooood! Wish I was there right now! Your pictures do tell a great story. I hope you had a wonderful time! Voted up and more.
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Lovedoctor, thank you for the warm wishes. We are planning a trip to Rapids Water Park this week with the grandkids. I heard it was a good place to go. This vacation was really just the thing we needed. Thanks for your visit and comment. Have a great weekend.
Your trip sounded so wonderful! I think you should submit those pics to a travel site...showed the hotel very well!
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Hey, Audra! You have a great idea there, it has sparked my attention and on my agenda. Take care and enjoy your weekend.
I'm back for a virtual vaca...one day I'll crash your party:)
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Linda, you are welcome anytime! Thanks for stopping by and for sharing.
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