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The Calla Lily Center for Healing and Rejuvenation, Afton, MN
The charming and soothing ambiance along with the highly accommodating staff make the entire experience a restful and relaxing respite!  -- Gloria S., May 2011

Birdwing Spa, Litchfield, MN
I was fortunate enough to spend 5 days at the Birdwing Spa in August.  It was incredible.  The staff was very friendly and helpful.  The grounds of the spa were very well kept.  Everything was perfect.  If I didn't feel like working out, that was o.k.  The hammock was always available. There was absolutely no pressure to do anything.  The food was delicious!!!  I never would have guessed that we were only getting 1000 calories a day.  All the staff were well trained and knew their stuff.  Aerobics were quite a work-out, but were a lot of fun.  And the work-outs changed everyday, too.  Not the same old boring stuff everyday.  I am definitely saving up to go again for another week.  It was well worth it.  The rooms are comfortable.  I stayed in the big house, not in the barn suites.  There's a huge whirlpool downstairs, a nice outside pool.  Lots of paths for walking and biking.  They provide everything you need.  Just bring your clothes.  I can't say enough good things about the place.  It's about 50 miles west of the Twin Cities and I had no concern for safety while biking or hiking.  AAAAA+++++  -- Diane D.,  Dec. 2002

LifeSpa, Minneapolis MN. 
LifeSpa was a much needed amenity in the downtown area. The soothing atmosphere is apparent upon stepping into the Spa. There is light music playing and the smells relax you immediately. I have gotten facials and the deep tissue massages there on a number of occasions and the personnel there are always highly professional and do a great job. The prices are little higher than what I would usually pay, but because of the convenient downtown location, it is easily accessible during a normal workday. They never rush you and they do make you feel as though you are their most important client. I even forgot a coupon once for a discount and they just gave me the discount no questions asked. I have never had a bad experience there. -- Sonya S.

Elizabeth Arden Red Door Salon & Spa, Minneapolis, MN
My experience with this day spa was lacking to say the least. With the Elizabeth Arden name, I expected something a cut above.  Instead, when I went into the spa changing room to change into the bathrobe and slippers provided, there was a half empty (and obviously used) glass of water on the chair, several used robes, and a couple of pairs of used slippers on the floor.

After placing my personal items in the locker provided, I headed to the waiting room. I was quickly taken back to a private room for my facial. While the person performing the facial was very pleasant, the room was quite small -- the end of the table was literally against the wall. I am rather tall (5'11""), however, I have never been to another day spa where my feet were crammed into the corner of the room. The facial was pleasant, but, the lack of space necessitated holding my feet in a uncomfortable position.

My next treatment was a Body Polish with Vichy Shower. The website indicated that the body polish was $50 and, if you added the Vichy Shower, $75 total. Instead, I was charged $50 for the body polish and $50 for the Vichy Shower. When I questioned the higher price, I was told by the person checking me out that she didn't know anything about the internet special.

Checkout was its own adventure. There were three people behind the counter but only one of them was working a register (although there were two registers). The two other people behind the counter were busy in private conversation. So, I had to wait behind four other people buying products.

Was it a terrible experience? No. Was it the standard of service/comfort I would expect from Elizabeth Arden? No. Would I return? Unlikely.  -- Kelli H.

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