MOST REMOTE SPA – CLAYOQUOT WILDERNESS RESORT
Near Tofino, British Columbia
Guests must arrive either by boat from Tofino or by a private seaplane transfer to reach this exclusive multiple award-winning eco-resort. Most remote doesn’t mean any less luxury. It just means you have escaped into nature’s rainforest, mountains, rivers and lakes. Listen only to nature’s calls in the 20 luxury prospector-style tents filled with comfort and amenities. Persian rugs meet lush rainforest. Each getaway is catered to your interests. Have massages with your loved one – no Solitude CD’s required. You are in the midst of it. Take a boat to nearby hot springs and bathe together in the warm soothing waters. Satisfy your palate with five-star dining with a focus on local produce and seafood. Tranquility and escape at its remotest. (www.wildretreat.com)
BEST CULINARY EXPERIENCE - TIGH-NA-MARA SEASIDE SPA RESORT
Parksville, BC
Culinary offerings at spas has come a long way with now almost 5-star dining more the norm than the exception. At Tigh-Na Mara’s Seaside Spa Resort there is a range of land and water adventure activities to build up an appetite. The resort is famous for its “Endless Tapas” menu – dine in the comfort of your robe. The emphasis here at the Treetop Tapas & Grill restaurant is to let guests savour an eclectic selection of menu items from risotto, salads, duck confit, pork rillete, spreads, and more utilizing fresh local ingredients fortified with antioxidants. Great food, great taste. What better way to cap off a day of fresh air, exercise and Grotto Spa treatments. (www.tigh-na-mara.com)
BEST COUPLES SUITE – FAIRMONT CHATEAU MONTEBELLO
Montebello, Quebec
Romance knows no bounds at Fairmont Château Montebello at their Salon La Source couple’s suite. With scenic views of the river and marina outside, inside the spacious couples suite comes complete with a cozy fireplace, soaking tub for two, rain shower, comfy chairs and romance-infused decor. Special couples’s packages are available including Rekindling the Flame, Rose Romance and L’Amour De Ma Vie. Special essential oils are used including ylang, Quebec cedar, nutmeg while rose petal filled tubs by candlelight with glasses of champagne guarantee romance with your partner. (www.fairmont.com/montebello)