What kind of beaches and pools column would you expect to see in this issue? With the holidays here what better then a nice spa to help you relax and get away from all your stress. All this while getting you ready for celebrating the season. If you agree then we’ll take you to the spa at Grove Park Inn in Ashton NC. The views are great year round but oh so perfect for the holiday season.

The snow covered pine trees, hills and golf course all seen from the warmth and comfort of your hotel room set the stage for your relaxing holiday getaway. You know you’re in one of the top Luxury Spa Hotels in the US but you are also in one of the country’s top hotels that dates back to 1913.

Part of this spa getaway and a must add on to your travel itinerary will be the annual Gingerbread competition held hear. You will be amazed at what people can do. You can view this from November 17th through January 2nd and the hotel offers guided tours and a “Baking Memories” workshop. Also make sure to stop at the hotels’ shop for some festive items to take home.

Now you came here for the holidays but with the Spa in mind so off we go. It’s good to know that in 2008 the Grove Park Inn was voted #13 worldwide as “World’s Best Hotel Spas” by Travel & Leisure Magazine. The reason for this is because the Spa is a massive 43,000 square feet with a waterfall pool, a lap pool, and mineral pools equipped with underwater music and eucalyptus steam rooms.

You also have a relaxation lounge, one for each gender so you can relax and leave all your worries behind. All these amenities with a view of the Blue Ridge Mountains right in front of you. Now the best part is a hot tub outdoors while the fresh snow has blanketed everything around you. Grab your hot coco and enjoy the outdoors the only way you should in the winter.