SARASOTA, FL–(Marketwire -12/20/11)- Whether exploring historical attractions, browsing up-scale boutiques or just lounging on the beach, The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota is the perfect place to soak up the sun — and the fun — when visiting Florida. Along with luxurious accommodations and unrivalled service, guests can also enjoy on-site golf, tennis and an array of outdoor activities. However your vacation is spent, leave at least one day to retreat to our Sarasota beach resort’s day spa — a peaceful sanctuary to relax amid the excitement of the city.

The Spa at The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota has been named the #3 Spa in the U.S. and Canada by the readers of Travel + Leisure magazine. Here you’ll discover the pleasures of a relaxed and luxurious haven and personalized, unique wellness rituals. In addition to a comprehensive spa menu, our Sarasota beach resort’s day spa features treatment rooms, saunas, steam rooms, whirlpools, relaxation lounges and the following day packages that are sure to exceed your expectations:

• Enhanced Journey*. Glide into the luxurious realm of serenity with this session devoted to shedding impurities and restoring clarity and balance while reconnecting the mind, body and spirit. This package includes:
  • An Espresso Lemon Body Wrap
  • Combo Massage
  • Head & Scalp Massage
  • Calming Facial
  • Hand & Foot Paraffin Wrap
• Paradise Found*. Surrender yourself to the ultimate age-defense experience. Combining deeply therapeutic treatments with a healing approach, the face and body are cleansed, renewed and nourished. Tired muscles are nurtured and re-energized and all the body is rebalanced and rejuvenated. This package includes:
  • Fountain of Youth Mud Wrap
  • Combo Massage
  • Head Massage with Hair Mask
  • Deep Pore Cleansing Facial
  • Hand & Foot Paraffin Wrap
• Organic Pear & Green Apple Journey*. Nourish and rejuvenate your skin with a combination of organic treatments that will leave a lasting impression. This package includes:
  • Organic Pear & Apple Scrub
  • Organic Pear & Apple Yogurt Bath
  • Organic Pear & Apple Body Massage
• Indulgence of Time. Choose any two 50 minute or 80 minute treatments from our menu and receive a 15% discount; select three services and receive a 20% discount.

To plan your next spa retreat and to discover more about our Sarasota beach resort’s day spa packages, visit The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota online.

*Terms and conditions apply. View full package details online.

About The Ritz-Carlton
The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C., of Chevy Chase, Maryland, currently operates 77 hotels in the Americas, Europe, Asia, the Middle East, Africa, and the Caribbean. The Ritz-Carlton is the only service company to have twice earned the prestigious Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award, which recognizes outstanding customer service. For more information, or reservations, contact a travel professional, call toll free in the U.S. 1-800-241-3333, or visit the company web site at www.ritzcarlton.com. The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C. is a wholly owned subsidiary of Marriott International, Inc. (NYSE: MAR – News).

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