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Even famous (and famously expensive) destination spas offer discounted rates now and then. Here are a couple of examples — great for spa-goers who can be flexible with dates:
CANYON RANCH in Lenox: We went from diet soda-swilling, M&M-popping wrecks to harmonious, healthy creatures after just three days at this Berkshires spa. Its anniversary special runs during fall foliage season; if you stay three or more nights between Sept. 3-30, you’ll save 15 percent on your rate. Doing the math, rates for a three-night package with deluxe double accommodations start at $2,711.50. And Canyon Ranch offers a special deal for solo travelers, “Celebrate You,” from Dec. 1-23: Stay in single accommodations at the double occupancy rate, a savings of up to 20 percent. Rates for a three-night stay start at $2,150. www.canyonranch.com
THE BODY/HOLIDAY at LeSport, St. Lucia : Our totally buff, impossibly well-groomed Swiss friends turned us on to this temple of health and fabulousness. The resort is home to Tao, one of the best restaurants anywhere, but you won’t get fatter, thanks to the array of fitness classes and outdoor activities offered at this all-inclusive getaway in the West Indies. You can pay more than $1,000 per person per night here, but if you go between now and Oct. 6 this year, $450 a day gets you a room (single or double) and all meals, activities, and a spa treatment of your choice. The same rate and deal applies to a double occupancy room from Dec. 7-20 (a single is $475 then). www.thebodyholiday.com