The Spa at the Ivy Hotel
JASON VARNEY
INDULGE : Luxuriate at The Spa on the second floor of the elegant Ivy Hotel in Mount Vernon . Treat yourself to one of the spa ’ s superluxe treatments , like the hourlong Hot Toddy Foot Ritual , which includes a rejuvenating foot soak , exfoliation and hot stone massage — plus , for the ultimate relaxation , a dram of Uncle Nearest Whiskey while you soak . Looking for even more pampering ? Book the Perfect Petite Retreat , a luxe blend of services that includes a 60-minute customized facial and a 90-minute aromatherapy signature massage . Ahhhhh .
EXPERIENCE : The tickets to visit the Inner Harbor ’ s National Aquarium are worth every penny , considering the wealth of activities for families and sea-life lovers of all ages at this award-winning attraction . Guests can hang with 20,000 sea animals , walk the depths of the 225,000-gallon Shark Alley , experience a northern Australian river gorge habitat and learn about dolphins in a live training exhibition . VB
National Aquarium
JASON VARNEY