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services and the adult-only roof-top Joya Terrace Pool, where you can relax, sunbathe, swim and order from the spa menu for lunch or snacks. For the ultimate luxurious pampering experience, you can rent one of the spa suites at Joya Spa. The Grand Palace Suite includes a luxurious King bed, two treatment tables, fireplace, flat screen TV, private restroom with shower and bath and a glass wall that opens, turning your private suite into an open-air cabana on the Joya Terrace Pool. The two Joya Suites include private terrace, outdoor shower and bath or hammered copper tub, treatment tables and day bed. The two Terrace suites have the same amenities as the Joya Suites, but they have 8-foot glass doors that open to the Joya Terrace Pool. You can rent any of the suites for either a half- or full-day. Joya Spa at Omni Scottsdale Resort & Spa at Montelucia 4949 E. Lincoln Drive, Scottsdale, AZ 480.627.3200 omnihotels.com/hotels/ scottsdale-montelucia as services for acupuncture, acupressure and nutritional consulting. Well & Being at Willow Stream Spa at Fairmont Scottsdale Princess 7575 E. Princess Drive, Scottsdale, AZ 480.585.4848 (resort) 480.585.2732 (spa) scottsdaleprincess.com/well-andbeing-at-willow-stream Alvadora Spa at Royal Palms Resort and Spa Royal Palms Resort and Spa is a small, intimate resort on Camelback Road, just a few minutes west of Old Town Scottsdale. The resort began as a private residence in 1929, built under towering palm trees in a citrus grove. This romantic establishment has winding paths, little romantic enclaves tucked away throughout the property, an award-winning restaurant and the luxurious Alvadora Spa. Alvadora Spa is small and intimate, with just eight Mediterraneanthemed treatment rooms. The newest spa experience at Alvadora is called SPA DĒHP (pronounced deep), which stands for Developed Expression of Human Potential. SPA DĒHP is an intensive session that unlocks emotions and unblocks the creative flow. It can be a separate session or part of your other treatments. You will find a variety of massages, body treatments and facials, as well as services at the salon for hair and nails. One of the most amazing treatments is Alvadora’s Signature Citrus Ritual. One of the best parts of this treatment is that it is scheduled in one of the spa’s most inspiring spaces, Acqua Dolce—a rock-lined room with private patio. For the Citrus Ritual, you begin with a full body exfoliation on a heated stone table, while water gently cascades over your body from above. You have a chance to relax in the private garden tub and end with an orange blossom moisturizer. Unlike some resorts, Alvadora Spa facilities are available to all guests as part of its resort fees. You can relax on a private patio by a roaring fire or enjoy the outdoor 8-foot waterfall showers. The fitness center offers a selection of equipment, daily yoga classes and you can schedule private classes. The pool, just steps from the spa, is open 24 hours. Alvadora Spa at Royal Palms Resort and Spa 5200 E. Camelback Road, Phoenix 602.840.3610 (resort) 602.977.6400 (spa) royalpalmshotel.com/spa/alvadoraspa-phoenix