Spas and Fitness Centers

1. 24 Hour Fitness

As the name implies, this national chain offers a ‘round the clock opportunity to work up a sweat. There are three clubs in Honolulu, one in Waikīkī, and four others dotted around O’ahu; most offer short-term passes.prac_info923 9090www.24HourFitness.com

2. Paul Brown Salon and Day Spa

Two of Paul Brown’s locations – one at Victoria Ward Center in Honolulu and the other at Waikele – are among the most comprehensive and arguably the best of the independent day spas on O’ahu.prac_info591 1881www.paulbrownhawaii.com

3. Serenity Spa Hawai’i

Located in the Outrigger Reef on the Beach Hotel, you can charge your spa services to your room if you’re a guest at any of the 23 Outrigger or ‘Ohana properties. Massages are offered poolside, while pampering wedding packages are a popular way to feel treated like ali’i (royalty).prac_info2169 Kālia Rd., Diamond Head Tower • 926 2882www.serenityspahawaii.com

4. SpaHalekulani

Luxury hotel Halekulani’s in-house spa, SpaHalekulani uses authentic Polynesian therapeutic rituals with top-notch products and proven techniques. They offer an extensive range of massages, treatments, and hair and nail care services.prac_info2199 Kālia Rd. • 931 5322www.halekulani.com

5. Laka Skin Care and Spa

Diminutive, but widely recognized as among the best in Honolulu, Laka’s self-declared aim is to improve the clients’ spiritual and physical health through a range of organic, nourishing and environment friendly skin and body treatments.prac_info320 Ward Ave., Suite 200 • 397 5252www.lakaspa.com

6. Clark Hatch Physical Fitness Center

With a network of centers throughout Asia and the Pacific, founder Clark Hatch’s philosophy is “total fitness.” Trained instructors create individual programs to promote a lifetime of well-being.prac_info745 Fort St. • 536 7205www.clarkhatchfitness.com

7. Heaven on Earth Downtown Day Spa

The place of respite for harried downtown workers is equally agreeable to harried tourists in need of a stress relieving massage. Owner Lora Nakai wants the feeling of wellness to last, and encourages therapists to impart helpful tips to clients.prac_infoBishop Square, 1050 Alakea St. • 599 5501www.heavenonearthhawaii.com

8. Aloha Healing Arts

A skilled massage therapist with almost two decades of experience, Fran Rose offers Swedish massage, reflexology, shiatsu, sports massage, acupressure, and iridology.prac_info1831 Ala Moana Blvd., No. 202 • 386 1820www.alohahealingarts.com

9. Marsha Nadalin Salon & Spa

If chic and upscale Kahala Mall is on your list of shopping stops, you can be rejuvenated at this day spa right in the shopping center. Men’s services are available, too.prac_infoKahala Mall • 737 8505

10. Sunset Yoga Hawai’i

Expert yoga instructor provides group and individual classes on Waikīkī Beach and beyond. All levels are welcome, and mats are not necessary on the soft sand.prac_info2699 Kalākaua Ave. • 321 3297www.sunsetyogahawaii.com


Top 10 Health and Beauty Treatments

Top 10 Health and Beauty Treatments

1. Steam/Sauna

The steam room is wet, the sauna dry, and either one will open the body’s pores in readiness for other treatments.

2. Botanical Baths

Aromatherapy oils, herbs, and seaweeds are added to whirlpool tubs to either calm or re-energize the body.

3. Herbal Scrubs

Scrubs use ingredients such as native red clay and island sea salts to exfoliate, detoxify, and soften the skin.

4. Herbal Wraps

Wraps use herbs and the application of heat to draw out impurities from the skin.

5. Massage

Shiatsu, Swedish, and Thai styles are available, but why not try Hawai’i’s traditional lomilomi or the newer Pōhaku (stone) massage.

6. Facials

Designed to clean and rehydrate the face; choices depend on skin type and individual needs.

7. Aromatherapy

Integrated into many spa treatments, natural fragrances are used to invoke a specific mood or feeling.

8. Manicure/Pedicure

The perfect way to end a day at the spa, manicures and pedicures always include a short hand and/or foot massage.

9. Makeup

Every salon has experts on hand for a professional application of makeup.

10. Fitness

All gyms and many spas have work-out machines, free weights, pools, and fitness classes.