First Ever Perfect Score in 20-Year Conde Nast Traveler Survey Goes to Old Edwards Inn and Spa in Highlands, NC
HIGHLANDS, N.C., April 7 /PRNewswire/ -- For the first time in the 20-year history of the Conde Nast Traveler Annual Readers Choice Survey, one spa received a perfect score in all three areas rated: treatments, staff and facilities. The Spa at Old Edwards Inn in Highlands, NC has been named the #1 Hotel Spa in North America.
With the rising popularity of spas, the number that made their way into the poll jumped to 240 spas in 2010—that's triple the number of spas that usually make the grade. The article attributes the increase to a sharper focus on wellness, and to new treatments for all types of clientele, such as men, children, teens, and pregnant woman.
About The Spa at Old Edwards
Following a $50 million renovation of Old Edwards Inn and Spa that was completed in 2007, The Spa underwent further renovations in 2010. A spacious solarium with a fountain and fireplace allows guests to experience the outdoor feeling while relaxing in a serene indoor environment. Nestled among welcoming architectural elements of wood and stone, The Spa at Old Edwards Inn uses native herbs and botanicals for its full menu of treatments, including signature Carolina Cocoons like the Sweet Mountain Meadow. Each treatment is performed by a world-class spa technician in a private treatment room—or in the quiet of one of six Spa Suites.
About Old Edwards Inn and Spa: Recently honored with the 2010 TripAdvisor Travelers' Choice Award, Old Edwards Inn and Spa welcomes visitors to North Carolina's high country with its unique blend of relaxed luxury. A spectacular outdoor heated mineral pool, world class spa and fitness center, award-winning dining, "The Farm" for destination weddings, and golf at the private Old Edwards Club are signature experiences at this full-service mountain resort. All of the accommodations include champagne arrival, fine Italian linens, plush robes & slippers, rainfall showers, heated-tile bathroom floors. Madison's Restaurant and Wine Garden has won the Wine Spectator "Award of Excellence" every year since 2005 and the "Best Of" award in 2008 and 2009.
The Forbes Four-Star, AAA Four-Diamond resort is located at 445 Main Street in Highlands, NC. The web address is www.oldedwardsinn.com . For reservations, call 828-526-8008.
SOURCE Old Edwards Inn and Spa
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