East Meets West at La Tourelle Resort & Spa With August Moon Spa Debut
4,500 Square-Foot Spa Fuses Asian Therapies With Modern Western Knowledge & Technology
ITHACA, NY, October 26, 2005. La Tourelle Resort & Spa, located in the heart of the Finger Lakes region, announced the grand opening of August Moon Spa, a fusion of East meets West, on Sunday, October 23, 2005. To accompany the new spa, the resort unveiled 19 additional guestrooms and debuted a new dining venue, Le Petit Caf'e. The latest additions to the property inspired the new name, La Tourelle Resort & Spa.
A thoughtful blending of traditional Asian therapies with modern Western knowledge and technologies, the August Moon Spa is a haven for the senses. The themed touches are felt from the moment guests enter the spa from the Asian-inspired d'ecor at the entrance to the black slate tiles, maple wood floors and shogi screens. Continuing the Eastern feel, all guests will slip into a kimono before their treatment and have the opportunity to relax in one of two Tranquility Rooms boasting either a waterfall or fireplace.
The August Moon Spa offers seven treatments rooms, half of which feature private Jacuzzis, and boast amenities to accommodate couples, hydrotherapy, aromatherapy, skin care and a Vichy Shower. The August Moon Spa also has men and women's locker rooms each offering a steam room, a sauna, showers and changing areas. A hair and nail salon and fitness room are also located in the August Moon Spa.
All treatments at the August Moon Spa feature high quality products such as the popular Jurlique and B. Kamins lines in addition to organic and locally produced ingredients such as maple sugar and honey (from the renowned Finger Lake wineries). Signature treatments include the Sushi Wrap ($105 for 50-minutes), the Buttermilk Falls Experience ($105 for 50-minutes), Five Elements "Aroma" ssage ($100 for 50-minutes) and the Ying-Yang Facial ($95 for 50-minutes).
The new guestrooms at La Tourelle Resort & Spa will boast a fireplace, Jacuzzi and balcony overlooking the spectacular views of the surrounding countryside. The resort's new Le Petit Caf'e will be located just off the lobby and will feature a breakfast buffet and a light healthy lunch and early dinner menu. With the debut of August Moon Spa, the addition of 19 guest rooms and unveiling the resort's adventure center, La Tourelle Resort & Spa is now the only luxury resort & spa in the Finger Lakes region to offer personalized spa treatments; cultural and adventure experiences; and a New York City quality steakhouse all located on property.
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