Glamping

It's becoming more mainstream. Glamping - luxury camping or glamourous camping. Glamping is for those who want to spend time outdoors, but with luxury amenities, like a real bed and not a rolled up blanket on pine needles.
    One hide-away can be found on a private island, off the coast of Georgia, Eagle Island (www.privateislandsofgeorgia.com). Definitely a five-moon glamping experience. Arrive by boat and you are the only human inhabitants on the island.  Experience the call of the wild as you sit by the campfire, rock in a hammock, fish off the dock or birdwatch from your front porch. Your accommodations are more than comfortable in a beautiful, handmade log cabin, two stories with a wraparound porch, indoor fireplace and a spa on the first deck (outside). There's even a beautiful, double-shower under the staircase, outdoors. Have an oyster boil, grill your fresh catch and relax under the stars. You must bring your own food in with you (for additional fee, food can be catered to your remote island getaway, low country boil, etc.).

Ever wish you were Tarzan or Jane? Want to spend the night in a treehouse? Then you want to head north, to Quebec. Experience Earth-Sea-Sky-River and more at Parc Aventures Capjaseux Fjord du Saguenay.  (www.capjaseux.com). Enjoy a beautiful view of the fjord from your own treehouse, approximately 75 meters above ground. When the wind blows, the tree rocks you to sleep. There is no electricity, or plumbing in the treehouse, however you will have a bed, chair, table, battery-operated lamp and a porch with a spectacular view. You have to hike a little ways up a hill to get to the tree where the tree house is built, not for the faint at heart. 

Pure Honey Benefits

Starting on July 14, 2009, honey produced, sold or processed in Florida must be all natural. Florida has become the first state in the nation to prohibit additives, chemicals or adulterants from being added to sweetener. 

According to Florida's Agriculture Commissioner, Charles H. Bronson, " We want to assure consumers that the product they are buying is pure. Too often in the pas, honey has been cut with water or sugar and sometimes even contaminated with insecticides or antibiotics. In the future, when you're paying for honey in Florida, pure honey is what you will get."

All natural honey has been a beauty product since the days of Cleopatra and is still used today in both hair and skin care products. Honey is a natural humectant, which means it has the ability to maintain softness, suppleness and elasticity. As skin ages, or as it is exposed to environmental stresses and chemical agents, it loses its' ability to retain water, it becomes dry and appears wrinkled. Honey's natural hydrating properties make it idea for use in moisturizing products and is suitable for sensitive skin products.

Studies have also revealed that honey has significant natural antioxidant properties too. Antioxidants play a role in protecting the skin from the damage of UV rays and aiding the skin in rejuvenation. Prolonged exposure to the sun's UV radiation can cause skin damage, premature aging and even skin cancer.

Additionally, honey's antimicrobial properties, inhibit the growth of certain bacteria, make it useful for treatment of minor acne flare ups. Honey won't dry the skin like other acne related products will. Honey's prospects in skin care are looking better at its' use to create alpha hydroxy acids (AHAs). AHAs are an important ingredient in many skin creams and moisturizers because they help exfoliate the skin. Exfoliating increases the renewal of skin cells and gives a younger more vibrant look. 

Many spas use honey in their treatments; such as body wraps and facials. A few include: milk + honey spa in Austin, Texas, and the Ponte Vedra Resort & Spa in Ponte Vedra, Fl, and also at Uhma Spa in Miami Beach (uses raw honey in deep cleaning facial and avocado and honey masque for the body). 

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Green Spa Treatments

With everyone becoming more aware of, learning about and implementing ways to be "green", lessening our carbon footprint on our only planet, has not escaped notice of spas as well. Not only are the services green, they are partaking in recycling and sustaining to becoming LEED certified.

A massage is an earth-friendly treatment. As long as the oils are eco-friendly, such as an aromatherapy massage with certified organic essential oils is one of the green treatments. Using pure oils is more eco-friendly than creams or lotions. 

Most people will take the time to research spas before attending to feel more comfortable with the environment and the staff. Obviously reviewing websites of spas and salons as well as reading "customer reviews" is a great benefit. Look for spas and salons that offer organic, or eco-friendly services and products. Sixty percent of what is applied to the skin is absorbed into your bloodstream. 

A body masque and facial is also a great treatment provided they utilize organic products. Scrubs are also a wonderful earth friendly service to partake, exfoliate and rejuvenate.

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