Destination: Spa Relaxation

For the ultimate indulgent pampering experience, head to the five-star Winvian Farm in Morris — previously named the nation's #2 desination spa by Condé Nast Traveler. The 5,000-square-foot spa offers facials, massages, body wraps, manicures and pedicures in one of six unique treatment rooms, including the Forty Winks Suite, featuring a wood-burning fireplace.

In Norwich, The Spa at Norwich Inn, once named the “Best Destination Spa in New England” by Yankee Magazine, provides the ultimate R&R escape. Choose from facials, manicures and pedicures, body wraps and polish treatments, hydrotherapy and massages, as well as a long list of fun fitness classes, including belly dancing, cardio water workouts and candlelight yoga.

If you seek the calming effects of the ocean, take a day – or weekend – to rest at Water’s Edge Resort and Spa in Westbrook. The spa uses marine ingredients in its treatments for relaxation and balance. Enjoy the Spa Relaxation Package, which includes a three-course dinner for two, overnight accommodations and two spa treatments.

The waterfront Saybrook Point Resort & Marina offers a full menu of spa treatments using marine elements from the Brittany Coast of France, including organic sustainably cultivated seaweed that revives the skin with essential minerals. In the health club, relax in the sauna, steam room or whirlpool, get an aquatic workout in the heated pool or try one of the many fitness classes, such as yoga, Tai Chi, pilates and Aqua Works.

Visit the Mayflower Inn & Spa in Washington and discover a shimmering pool, mosaic domed whirlpool and the subtly scented Thermal Sanctuary. The Spa House offers fully equipped exercise studios including a private Pilates studio, outdoor yoga and meditation garden. The salon caters to your beauty needs with manicures, pedicures and hair treatments.

The G Spa is located within Foxwoods Resort Casino in Mashantucket, where guests can rejuvenate their spirits in the eucalyptus steam room, sauna, waterfall whirlpool, and sun decks. They also offer several Native American treatments that draw their inspiration from ancient rituals meant to calm and restore the body and mind.

Founded in Bali, Indonesia in 1995, Mandara Spa is an award-winning global spa. It is renowned for its time-honored therapies, which infuse ancient Balinese healing touches, traditional European therapies and regional influences. The spa is located in Mohegan Sun in Uncasville.

Rejuvenate and heal yourself with salt therapy. Kick back or try your favorite yoga pose at Grota Solna Salt Cave of Niantic or Salt Cave of Darien — and get your wellness on.