It is a little known fact that the Spa Week Daily team moonlights as matchmakers. We hook up the most exclusive spas and the most fabulous bloggers on blind dates. Then bloggers preview a $50 Spa Week treatment, ensuring sparks will fly in a new media relationship.

Why do we pair up these hopeless romantics? For YOU! Check out their previews of eligible $50 Spa Week treatments, get the details and book it for yourself for next week at SpaWeek.com.

50 Min Hot Lava Shell Massage

The Happy Couple: Quattra Via Aveda and Stacey from SanDiegoBargainMama.com

Romantic Location: San Diego, CA

Quote of the Date: “Lava Shell Massage uses heated seashells for a super-relaxing massage experience. The session includes a beverage, foot massage, aroma therapy, music therapy and other treats you will enjoy for yourself.”

Read all about Stacey’s volcanic experience

50 Min Kiwi Pineapple Wrap

The Happy Couple: The Catamaran Spa and Rachel from BusyMommyMedia.com

Romatic Location: San Diego, CA

Quote of the Date: “I had such a great time during my spa mini-getaway that it got me thinking. What holds me back from pampering myself more often?”

Click here for Rachel’s tasty wrap up

50 Min Customized European Facial With Yam & Pumpkin Enzyme Peel Upgrade

The Happy Couple: Serenity Spa & Salon and Chelsea from www.SomeDayIllLearn.com

Romantic Location: San Diego, CA

Quote of the Date: “Everything she brushed onto my skin smelled delicious, and I was totally at ease knowing that the salon insists on high-quality organic ingredients as opposed to the harsh chemicals that so many places use nowadays.”

Check out Chelsea’s yummy, organic treat…ment

60 Min Hot Stone Treatment

The Happy Couple: Integrative Healing Arts and Sondra from HappyHealthHip.com

Romantic Location: San Diego, CA

Quote of the Date: “Having the hot stone massage was amazing and I highly recommend it to anyone who is able to take advantage of next week’s discounts during the official Spa Week.”

Read why Sondra says: “Everybody must get stoned!”

Check back! More happy spa couples to come!

This morning on NBC San Diego while reporter Chris Chan was getting tear gassed at a SWAT standoff in Chula Vista, reporter Megan Tevrizian was getting a 50 Min Hot Lava Shell Massage and a 50 Min Elemental Nature Facial, 2 of the $50 Spa Week treatments at Quattra Via Aveda in Carlsbad. Fair? Hardly. But since a scary case of domestic violence barricading would be way out of place on Spa Week Daily, here’s the cheery, green-faced spa segment that aired this morning at the 3,500-square-foot relaxation gallery you see below:

Quattra Via Aveda
1905 Calle Barcelona, Suite 204
Carlsbad, CA 92009
760.697.1460

Guest Contributor: Miss Cozy

Because of the cold weather, we usually bundle up more. As we go in and out
of temperature-controlled rooms or the thermometer rises and falls during
the day, we tend to be overdressed, causing moisture to be lost through
perspiration. For winter wear, we often choose irritating fabrics like wool
that can cause friction, more dryness, and accompanying itching and flaking. Or we may select materials (i.e., leather, nylon) that don’t allow the skin to breathe; this creates dampness that can trap bacteria against the skin
which, over the long run, causes irritations.

When dressing for winter, use non-irritating fabrics such as cotton, which
doesn’t trap moisture on the skin’s surface and can be worn for warmth or
coolness. Keep in mind, however, that cotton once wet, does not dry quickly. The best material for “wicking away” moisture from the skin is a synthetic material, like polyester or polypropylene. Also, it is best to dress in layers, so that you can add and remove clothing items to suit the changes in temperature.

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If you have the chance, try to stop by one of these great events this
weekend:

Huntsville, Alabama – While we’re celebrating culture, we’re also
celebrating history – most importantly, *Veterans, during the Veterans Day
Parade.  *The Veterans Day parade usually starts on the 11th hour of the
11th day of the 11th month. Starting at 11 AM, the flag at the corner of
Williams & Lowe Avenues will be raised to full mast, followed by taps & a
three-volley rifle salute. Groups will be line-up no later than 10 AM.
Sponsored by WAFF TV, Channel 48. For more info, call (256) 533-4848 or
click here .

San Diego, California – Another celebration of culture, will be featured this weekend while *Fiesta de Reyes hosts an Irish-Mexican Festival* on Saturday November 13th.  The celebration honors Saint Patrick’s Brigade, a legendary artillery unit led by Irish immigrants who became a one of the Mexican Army’s most highly decorated brigade during the Mexican-American War. Featuring traditional Irish music and a blend of Mexican and Irish food, the event will feature members of the world-famous Cameron Highlanders Pipe Band making a rare appearance in full dress kilts followed by traditional Irish dance and song. In the Fiesta de Reyes plaza, $2 Guinness beers, corned beef tacos and potato flautas will be offered to the celebrants. The event begins at noon and ends at 3:30 pm – click here for more info.

Washington, D.C. – This weekend you sample tastes from around the world,especially Italy at the *The Metropolitan Cooking & Entertaining Show*. This show will include appearances by Food Network stars Paula Deen, Bobby Flay and newcomer Rachael Ray, as well as cooking demonstrations by award-winning local and national chefs. This event will be held this weekend, November 13-14, 2010 – Saturday: 10 am – 7 pm and Sunday: 10 am – 5pm – Click here for more info.

Baltimore, Maryland - While we travel around celebrating culture, stop by the *Maryland Irish Festival*. The 35th annual festival kicks off Friday, November 12th at 6 pm at the Maryland State Fairgrounds in Timonium. The menu features Irish favorites like corned beef and cabbage, plenty o potatoes. Don’t forget some Irish whiskey and beer to wash it all down. While you’re there, enjoy some of these events: Irish baking contest, Darts tournament, Speaker’s tent, Piping lessons, and Men in kilts competition.  There’s also traditional Irish music, book readings and signings, and Irish dance on the entertainment bill.  Click here for more info.

Long Island, New York - A great opportunity to taste culture this week will be at The Fifth Annual *Long Island Restaurant Week*. This promotion offers diners three course, prix fixe meals for $24.95 (not including tax and
gratuities) at over 200 restaurants including *City Cellar Wine Bar &
Grille, Porto Vivo, Besito, the Babylon Carriage House* and many more. For
more information, please click here.

Images Courtesy of weblogs.baltimoresun.com and city-data.com

Guest Contributor: Miss Cozy

As the winds change, it is likely that your skin will be exposed to dryness and chapping. Look to the produce of the season to prepare a nourishing mask for your skin. Pumpkin is ideal – not only is it high in vitamin A, C and antioxidants, it has wonderful moisturizing properties. Prepare a mask of 2 Tbs cooked pumpkin and 1 Tbs honey. Apply it all over your face and leave for about 10-15 minutes before washing off.

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If you have the chance, try to stop by one of these great events this weekend:

San Diego, California – The Adams Avenue Street Fair is debuting this weekend, September 25th – 26th, as a diverse music and arts festival in a street fair setting. There will be 70 artists performing over eight blocks for over 100,000 people for two days, with music ranging from folk to Cajun to country to rock to blues, in a true “street scene” in the funkiest of urban neighborhoods, Normal Heights. There will be three beer gardens, Giant Carnival rides, plus 300 craft and food vendors.. Most importantly, it’s a FREE event! Now known as Southern California’s largest free street festival. The 29th annual 2010 Adams Avenue Street Fair will be held Saturday, September 25th 10 am til 9 pm, and Sunday, September 26th 10 am til 6 pm, from Adams Avenue at 32nd Street on the west to 35th Street on the east and one block south on Mansfield Street in the Normal Heights community of San Diego. Click here for more info.

Denver, Colorado – Now that Fall is officially here, the Denver Botanic Gardens has put together one of the most ‘attended’ corn mazes in the country! “Maze design is cut in the shape of a marmot (a large ground squirrel native to the Rocky Mountains that is also the mascot for the new Mordecai Children’s Garden at the Gardens’ York Street location).” Enjoy tasty fall treats from their food vendors, two observation bridges that provide a bird’s eye view to help you navigate, and Hayrides as well as pony rides will be available on the weekends for an additional cost. Click here for more info.

Washington, DC – September is known as Hispanic Heritage Month, so to celebrate traditions, this weekend – September 26th 2010, enjoy the Latino Festival hosted in Washington DC, also known as Fiesta DC. This is an annual celebration featuring highlights of the Latino culture with a Parade of Nations, a children’s festival, a science fair, a diplomatic pavilion for embassies and consulates, arts & crafts, and international cuisine. The free festival is huge and takes over the Columbia Heights neighborhood bringing together dozens of non profit organizations, community leaders, and members of the community. This Sunday, September 26th from 11 am til 7 pm Parade: 1:30 pm til 3:30 pm – Located at Mt. Pleasant St. NW, between Argonne Pl. and Park Rd., Washington, DC. Click here for more info.

Atlanta, Georgia – Fall couldn’t be a more perfect time of year to enjoy an outdoors-y afternoon with friends, without heat exhaustion! This Saturday, September 25th 2010, check out the Miller Lite Chili Cookoff Festival at Stone Mountain. Running from 10am until 7pm, stop by for a fun filled day of beer, music and chili from around 300 chili booths that will be providing free samples. Located at Stone Mountain Park, GA; Coliseum Meadow (Special Events Area) Click here for more info.

Great Neck, New York – Antique Cars for sale, international food and live music by the Meade Brothers – what more could you ask for from a Car Festival?? This Sunday from 12pm til 5pm, stop by the Great Neck Plaza Autofest/Festival. There will also be a petting zoo, pony rides and carnival rides. Classic cars like the Alco-6 Racer – winner of the 1909 and 1910 Long Island Vanderbilt Cup Race, will be displayed as well. Click here for more info.

Even though it’s the “Dog Days of Summer,” (or the Spa Days Of Summer as we like to call it when we give away $500 gift cards), that doesn’t mean we should look and smell our best.  Not everyone can afford those pricey celebrity “sweat halting” injections – so we found another alternative.

Miss Cozy’s Tip of the Day: Try a deodorant with Aluminum Chloride as the active ingredient, as it blocks your pores from sweating profusely.  If you’re just switching deodorants from your normal routine, you might want to start off with the least amount of Aluminum Chloride – to get your body used to the transition. (It’ll usually contain about 12% as the active ingredient) And in case you want something for your face, try Facial Wipes that contain a mild deodorant – just swipe them on your face and the astringent goes to work and blocks sweat pores fast!

If you have the chance, try to stop by one of these great events this weekend:

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Phoenix, AZ – Remember those days filled with shopping sprees for new clothes? Yup… you guessed it… It’s “Back to School Time.”  The Shops at Norterra decided to make a party out of it – so why not reap some of the benefits? Stop by on Saturday, August 7, 6-9pm for Live music, food samplings, and most importantly, a Fall Fashion Show. The first 100 people to come to the customer service booth will receive a free $10 gift card for The Shops at Norterra (near Coldwater Creek).  Enjoy a free Norterra shopping bag with any purchase (while supplies last). norterrashopping.com

San Diego, CA – Ever feel so close to your community that you wanted to throw a party to celebrate it?  Well that’s what happens in the heart of Hillcrest during this time of year..  “In 1940, World War II was underway, Franklin D. Roosevelt was president, and the small community of Hillcrest hoisted its neon sign over the town’s main intersection for the first time.

But as decades passed, the sign became worn and eventually went dark. In 1983 it was taken down — but not for long. Volunteers raised $4,000 for its restoration and a year later the sign was returned to its rightful spot over University Avenue at Fifth Avenue. On Aug. 26, 1984, the sign was officially re-lighted, and the gathered crowd went wild, cheering and tooting toy horns for almost an hour. That was the unofficial start of CityFest, Hillcrest’s community celebration of music, art and community spirit, which has taken place every year since.”

CityFest, which will be held on August 8^th 2010 from noon until 8pm, has turned into a huge celebration of community spirit through music, arts, crafts, food, games, live headliner music, and a beer garden.  In the evening, the historic Hillcrest sign will again be symbolically “re-lighted” for the 26th time. But not before thousands of San Diegans enjoy a day full of dancing, eating, drinking, and shopping.  CityFest 2010 will feature a Grande Stage all day long with the sounds of local San Diego bands and well known bands from California. hillcrestcityfest.com

Chicago, IL – Pasta and Vino??  Who needs a vacation when you can enjoy a staycation during Chicago’s ‘Little Italy’ Taylor Street Festa Italiana.  Running Thursday, August 5, 5 pm – 11 pm, Friday, August 6, 11:30 am to 11 pm, Saturday, August 7, Noon to 11 pm, Sunday, August 8, Noon – 10 pm, enjoy continuous live entertainment, Italian food specialties and beer/wine from the authentic restaurants in Chicago’s Little Italy area – Taylor Street at Ashland Avenue, Chicago onestientertainment.com

Dallas, TX – Instead of Dog Days of August, it should be Dollar days in August, as it is at the Dallas Arboretum, where everyone pays $1 admission everyday through the month of August.  Guests will want to stop by the Hoffman Family Gift Store where there are great items for only $1!!  And most importantly, cool off with $1 iced teas and sodas at the Lula Mae Slaughter Dining Terrace…  Dallas Arboretum – 8525 Garland Road, Dallas, TX 75218 (214-515-6500) dallasarboretum.org

Salt Lake City, UT – The annual Park City Kimball Arts Festival, one of the top art festivals in the country, will be held August 6–8, 2010. More than 230 artists have been selected to participate in this juried show, featuring work in 12 categories – ranging from paintings to jewelry to sculpture and photography.  The three-day festival is set to offer a newly programmed multi-sensory artistic experience for its usual 45,000 attendees, including visual-art exhibitions, live musical performances, cuisine-related activities, art-focused film screening.  A new addition to this year’s festival, Taste of Art, will showcase the menus and cuisine of Park City restaurants. Many local establishments have partnered with the Kimball Art Center to offer arts festival attendee’s exclusive discounts and deals. This will be held on Main Street from Friday, August 6, 6pm – 9 pm, Saturday, August 7^th, 9 am – 7 pm, til Sunday, August 8^th, 9 am – 6 pm (435-649-8882) kimballartcenter.org