Perhaps today's multimillion-dollar cigar auction world would never have come to exist, if it hadn't been for arch anticapitalist Fidel Castro.
After all, it was Castro's overthrowing of US-backed dictator Juan Batista, followed by his "nationalization" of lands previously owned by such American companies as United Fruit, that pushed John F. Kennedy into enacting a trade embargo against...
Psoriasis, which means "to itch" in the Greek, is a chronic condition that consists of red lesions that develop into scales and patches over the skin. These red lesions cause itching and discomfort. Intensity of the condition range from massive outbreaks to a mild outbreak with just a few patches.
An autoimmune disorder, psoriasis is not infectious or contagious and there is no known cure...
Since childhood, many have discovered the joy of creation through art. Working with the various materials is an exciting and creative venture for many artists. However, research has shown that an artist's craft has the potential to adversely affect his/her health. Art materials and supplies, improperly used, can cause physical injury.
A fundamental aspect of many art businesses and...
With Valentine's Day around the corner, many couples' minds turn towards the 3Rs - Rest, Relaxation, and Romance. Nothing says romantic like a spa getaway. There's no destination quite like a spa where you can enjoy pampering, privacy, and rejuvenation. Reconnect at one of these fabulous properties:
New York City spells and romance and the Spa at The Mandarin Oriental delivers couples into a...
It's never too late to get serious about skincare. However, skin care needs change as we age. Therefore, if you want to fight the effects of aging, it's imperative to change your skin-care regimen through the aging process.
In our 20s and early-30s, skin is firm and glowing, thanks to an abundance of collagen and elastin. However, many don't realize what they had until it's gone. Appreciate...
Resort spas, med spas, hotel spas, spa communities - so much spa, so little time. With so many spa choices, how do you tell the difference between spas. Is there a difference? And how do you go about choosing the one that's right for you? According to SpaFinder, there is a difference and those differences make for some exciting choices when it comes to achieving a rested and balanced lifestyle....
If you've ever enjoyed the luxury of a spa facial, you know it can remove years from your face. But few of us can afford the $70-80 it costs to indulge in the spa service. To maintain healthy skin between professional treatments, this basic at-home facial can be used as often as once a week on dry, combination, or oily skin.
Difficulty: Moderate
Things You'll Need:
- Scented Candles and...
While you may never cruise down Sunset Boulevard, convertible top down and a small purse dog at your side, or shop the exclusive shops along Rodeo Drive, maybe you can spa like a celebrity. In Tinsel Town where the median age is 23 and there are more plastic surgeons than you can shake a stick at, looking beautiful and being pampered is a serious business. Check out these top L.A. day spas:
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Planning a visit to NYC? In the midst of deciding what Broadway show to see, where to shop, sleep, and eat, don't forget a little pampering. A visit to a day spa is a perfect way to unwind and indulge during your stay. But there are countless day spas in the city. How do you tell which day spas are the best? Following are a sampling, including spas for the budget-minded and extravagant luxury...
One can have the purest intentions of losing weight but when it comes down to it, sometimes it takes a little - okay, a lot - of help, to not only reach a healthy weight but also adopt a new attitude and lifestyle to help maintain the new you. From economy to luxury, SpaFinder outlines some of the best spas who specialize in weight-management programs:
People who travel frequently for...
