Vickie Lillo
Salute to the Midwest to the Roman bathrooms, Elm Hotel and SPone It is a rustic and affluent resort in Excelsior Springs, Missouri. The iconic resort is spread across 16 acres of major real estate, with woodland extending another 20 miles in mineral waters in the heart of the United States.

It was in the era of pioneers and westward expansion in the 1880s, when Native Americans told local farmers about mineral springs with magical healing abilities. The farmer brought his daughter with incurable tuberculosis, then took a shower and drank mineral water until she gradually recovered. The history and benefits of hot mineral springs.
Records of the healing ability of mineral water are like wildfires in the Midwest of us. Recognizing the potential of this phenomenon, local landowners and visiting pastors developed the area. Their advertisements show off the restoration of mine water and tourists began to flock to the valley. In the past year, 200 houses were built, and the current town of Excelsior Springs was born.
1888. The first elm Accommodation was established. Today, Elm is managed by Hyatt Hotel and listed on the national historic local registry, known for its strategic location for its romantic wedding venue, just 45 minutes’ drive from Kansas City. “For guests, it’s just a short excursion from Omaha, Lincoln or St. Louis,” said Kara Harrington, director of sales and marketing. “There are a lot of corporate retreats here. Well-designed suites, and Victorian-era look, “Absolutely elm“Fame.”
A European pivot pool is the only pool of similar in the United States, located in one of the mineral water springs. 25,000 square feet. The spa is one of the largest spas in the area, reflecting the $16 million renovation project in 1998. A modification in early 2012 added a 24-hour fitness center that includes Precor equipment and latest features,’grotto. ‘

This Latin-inspired shelter mimics the Mediterranean public car wash house, dating back to 2ND BC century. Architecturally stunning – from the extensive use of marble columns and landscapes decorated by murals and statues – Valley Stone Washington State demonstrates the wealth associated with the Roman Empire, as well as their advanced knowledge of the importance of unpolluted water and public health.
Here, in the contemporary of Elm grottomy husband Gustavo and I really started our health journey. We entered the toast, the dry Suna state and the subsequent steam bath to open pores and fight the congestion. The eucalyptus injected into the size of the hot tub, and afterwards, we were delighted with a misty drink that ensured that the whole body was peeled off. To increase the cycle, we encourage us to use a homemade salt scrub (Epsom, Dead Sea and Himalayan pink rose petals) from the exclusive self-service aromatherapy bar. Next is cooling during a cold flat shower. But my favorite part is the final stage – exhausted in their oversized recliner, inspiring ice-pack towels soaked in peppermint oil, draped over our faces.
Hope Whitworth, principal therapist and guru at Hot-Stone Massage, said Grotto touts an extensive menu of spa/salon services, “to do more than 200 treatments every day on weekends.” Recent experiences gained – Plant Drift – utilize the meditation of Yoga Nidra through the floating of water and the soothing sound bowl vibrations to enter the happy space between awake and sleep.
ELMS is a year-round destination that offers some special privileges for winter vacationers like my husband and I. I can imagine nothing better than exercising in a heated outdoor pool in frost, inclement weather. You can taste the delicious warmth on your neck when you breathe in the cold, crisp air. Or better yet, the whirlwinds of snow with the whirlwinds of snowflakes, whirling with the whirlwinds as the jacuzzi rises. Now, I won’t lie… It’s certain that it’s a hassle to get in and out of the water, and we perseverely uzzled our feet around the fire pit, toasted marshmallows.
Once a wealthy stepping on the ground, now Elms Hotel and Spa can accommodate customers from all walks of life. Young, Old, Couple, Family – Everyone is welcome to share the fascinating history of the resort.
Most importantly, for those who want to go back to the past, perhaps the glorious era of the Empire Rome, they can now. In Elms, you are free to enjoy it in traditional Roman baths, such as the reign of Julius Caesar. Today’s guests have joined thousands of health-seeking seeking, over the past 1025 years, as they have made pilgrimage to Excelsior Springs to embrace the power of its famous mineral water. More Elms Hotel & Spa
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Vickie Lillo is a Missouri-based writer who visited Global Health Resorts and retreats.