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Branson, Mo., from $480
Two nights at the Chateau on the Lake Resort & Spa with wine and cheese; a 75-minute pedicure; an 80-minute massage or body wrap; all-day access to the spa's whirlpools, sauna, and steam room; and more. When: Until Aug. 31 (from $480 per person, double). Contact: Chateau on the Lake Resort & Spa, 888/333-5253, chateauonthelake.com.

Bretton Woods, N.H., from $299
One night at the Mount Washington Resort Hotel in the White Mountains, a bottle of red wine, a 50-minute spa treatment (body scrub, facial, or massage), a manicure or a pedicure, a glass of champagne, and a bathrobe. When: Until Aug. 31 ($299 per person, double). Contact: Mount Washington Resort, 800/314-1752, mountwashingtonresort.com.

*Curaçao, from $1,090
Seven nights split between the Hotel Kura Hulanda Spa & Casino and the oceanfront Lodge Kura Hulanda & Beach Club, a $140 food and beverage credit, a full-day bike rental, a massage, and a three-hour boat ride with snorkeling. Airfare isn't included. Mention GG and "Best of Both Worlds" for this exclusive 20 percent discount. When: Apr. 13–Sept. 15 ($1,090 per person, double). Contact: Kura Hulanda, 877/264-3106, kurahulanda.com.

*La Fortuna, Costa Rica, from $740
Four nights at the Tabacón Grand Spa Thermal Resort, breakfasts, lunch at Ave del Paraiso restaurant, and one facial, mani-pedi, and massage per person. Airfare isn't included. Mention GG ESCAPE. Why it's a deal: Booking each component separately would cost $325 more. You receive the lunch at no extra cost. When: Until Sept. 4, Sept. 7–Nov. 15, Dec. 1–19 (from $740 per person, double). Contact: Tabacón Grand Spa Thermal Resort, 877/277-8291, tabacon.com.

Lake Arrowhead, Calif., from $289
One night at Lake Arrowhead Resort and Spa, two cocktails, an ice cream sundae, a facial and pedicure or one massage, lunch, and more. When: Until Dec. 30 ($289 per person, double). Contact: Lake Arrowhead Resort and Spa, 800/800-6792, laresort.com.

*New Orleans, from $217
One night in an upgraded room at the Ritz-Carlton, breakfast, a 50-minute Swedish massage, and valet parking. Mention GIRLS NIGHT IN. Why it's a deal: Booking components separately costs at least $51 more. When: Until Dec. 31 (from $217 per person, double). Contact: The Ritz-Carlton, 800/241-3333, ritzcarlton.com.

Ojai, Calif., from $945
Five nights at the Oaks at Ojai with all meals and beverages; fitness classes; and a 50-minute facial or massage. When: Weekdays Apr. 1–Aug. 31 ($945 per person, double). Contact: The Oaks at Ojai, 800/753-6257, oaksspa.com.

*Park City, Utah, from $274
Two nights at the Dakota Mountain Lodge & Golden Door Spa, breakfasts, one dinner, and the choice of a 50-minute facial or massage. Mention GIRLSV. Why it's a deal: Booking separately costs $111 more. When: Aug. 1–Dec. 20 (from $274 per person, double). Contact: Dakota Mountain Lodge & Golden Door Spa, 866/279-0843, dakotamountainlodge.com.

*Phoenix, from $320
Two nights in an upgraded room at the Royal Palms Resort; in-room tapas and sangria; one massage, facial, or mani/pedi per person; a dinner at T. Cook's restaurant; and one $200 resort credit per room. Mention TOGETHER. Why it's a deal: Booking the components separately costs $101 more. You get the room upgrade, the tapas, and the sangria free. When: Until Sept. 9 (from $320 per person, quad); Sept. 10–19 (from $337); Sept. 20–Dec. 31 (from $362). Contact: Royal Palms Resort and Spa, 800/672-6011, royalpalmsresortandspa.com.

*Poconos, Pa., from $788
Two nights at the Lodge at Woodloch; all meals; a $120 spa credit daily; cooking demos; guided kayaking, trail biking, and hiking; and a spa concierge to design your program. Mention GG and get a free fitness class. When: Until Aug. 31 (from $788 per person, eight people). Contact: Lodge at Woodloch, 866/953-8500, thelodgeatwoodloch.com.

*St. George, Utah, from $837
Three nights at the Red Mountain Resort & Spa, all meals, a 50-minute manicure, a 50-minute pedicure, a private yoga class, and guided morning hikes daily. Mention ZEN09. Why it's a deal: You save 40 percent off the regular room rate in September and also receive the yoga class at no extra cost. When: Sept. 1–Dec. 31 (from $837 per person, double). Contact: Red Mountain Resort & Spa, 877/246-4453, redmountainspa.com.

St. George, Utah, from $1,185
Three nights in a two-bedroom villa at Red Mountain Resort & Spa with all meals, one 50-minute Swedish massage, a bike rental, guided morning hikes daily, unlimited yoga and Pilates classes, and a $100 gas or car-rental credit for the group. When: Until Aug. 31 ($1,185 per person, quad). Contact: Red Mountain Resort & Spa, 877/246-4453, redmountainspa.com.

Scottsdale, Ariz., from $765
Air from L.A., four nights at the JW Marriott Camelback Inn, two facials or massages daily, and breakfasts. Add $50 for round-trip transfers. Includes fuel surcharges. When: Apr. 1–May 19 (from $973 per person, double); May 20–June 19 (from $976); June 20–30 (from $853); July 1–31 (from $785); Aug. 1–30 (from $765). Other Gateways: New York (add from $131). SS: From $636. Contact: American Discount Cruises & Travel, 866/214-7447, americandiscountcruises.com.

Sonoma, Calif., from $399
One night at the Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn & Spa, breakfast, one 60-minute massage or facial per person, and access to the European bathing ritual, which begins with an exfoliating shower and includes a rest in a eucalyptus-scented steam room. When: Apr. 1–Aug. 30 (from $399 per room, double). Contact: The Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn & Spa, 707/938-9000, fairmont.com.

Weston, Fla., from $225
One night at the Hyatt Regency Bonaventure and a package at Red Door Lifestyle Spa Elizabeth Arden with a massage or facial, one mani/pedi, fitness classes, and more. When: Apr. 1–Aug. 31 ($225 per person, double). Contact: Red Door Lifestyle Spa Elizabeth Arden, 954/349-5500, reddoorlifestylespa.com.

 
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