One & Only Le St Geran's Givenchy spa leads off the resort's lobby. The spa is C-shaped, around an outdoor lap pool. The signature treatment is lomi-lomi, with stones from western Arizona. Afterwards, I borrowed a Shimano Cordoba bicycle to work off some of my excess energy - but others may prefer a private session with London-based personal trainer Matt Roberts, who visits in March, October and December. Many like the resort's lagoon villas, which have superb sunset views through March. General Manager is Gérard Sintès.

Chiva-Som (which means haven of life) was mercifully undamaged in last month's earthquake-tsunami disaster. You come to this beachside location for several days of holistic well-being, getting inner and outer body in sync. The daily rate includes a daily massage, and meals, with organic produce, are balanced to maximise your vitality. Classes include Pilates, Qi Kong and Tai Chi, and there are such complementary therapies available as Che Nei Tsang, Mind Training, Reiki, Shiatsu and Watsu. Favorite villas overlook the Gulf of Thailand. Chiva-Som is owned by the former deputy Prime Minister of Thailand Khun Boonchu and Managing Director is Joy Menzies.

Fairmont Scottsdale Princess Willow Stream spa, designed to feel like a hidden oasis in the Grand Canyon, has 25 treatment room and, in all, occupies a gigantic 44,000 square feet, on three floors. Signatures include an Arizona aloe body wrap for re-hydration in the dry temperatures. Enjoy Havasupai waterfall cascades over red Sedona stone, relaxing in a desert oasis or at the rooftop pool with private cabanas and a view of the McDowell Mountains. Order a bento-box lifestyle lunch. Afterwards, you have a choice of Arnold Palmer, Tom Weiskopf or other golf courses. Casita suites have working fireplaces, and garden views. General manager is Kiaran MacDonald.