This indoor lap pool offers nice views of the far West Side and is open to the public on evenings and weekends. It is very rarely crowded during the week, so you won't have to fight for a lane. An annual membership is $300 for the pool [more...]

You certainly get what you pay for at this Chelsea Piers pool, which offers six lanes and unobstructed views of the Hudson through its floor to ceiling windows. $50 day passes are available; call for current membership [more...]

Although the hefty price tag may cause some to look the other way ($4,000/day), the Martha's Vineyard Holistic Retreat is the ultimate cleanse, pamper, and relax retreat. It was started by Dr. Deluz - R.N. homeopath - 9 years ago. [more...]

Located 2 and a half hours north of the city, this weight loss center is credited with a wonderful staff and relaxing setting. Whether you are a health nut, body builder, or just plain need to lose weight, Birchcreek's program will meet [more...]

Fed up with Crate and Barrel? Next time you need a new couch or coffee table it's worth a look at Room and Board. Four floors of furniture that is similarly priced, but more interesting designs than C&B. And if you want something [more...]

The Peninsula is a tri-level fitness center and spa. There are personal trainers, brand new/state-of-the-art equipment, and a beautiful view of the city as you work [more...]

GREAT MOMENTS ROOM AT YANKEE STADIUM
is a great place to throw a party if your child or boyfriend loves baseball. Before the game starts, hang out in the Great [more...]

Route 28 in the Catskills has a great spa at the Emerson Resort. It also happens to be the home of the world's largest kaleidoscope. One gigantic toy with 37-foot mirrors. This is great if you want to combine that lovely resort [more...]

Southern CT has some great bed-and-breakfasts. Check out Branford, Guilford, and Madison. You can get here on the New Haven Line and be transported to a place with ocean views, public parks, canoes, hiking and great antique shopping. [more...]

WEEKEND SPA
A two hour drive from NYC - just far enough away to feel like you're GONE, but close enough for a weekend trip. The Spa at Norwich Inn has 49 rooms with homey charm and elegant amenities. There are also private villas [more...]

Frenchtown New Jersey
Drive a race car. You can even bring 2 guests along for the ride! Bill Pauch Racing School

The village of Jim Thorpe, PA is a scenic little place in northeastern Pennsylvania. The architecture of the Village is purely Victorian. You can stay at the Harry Packer Mansion which sits on a hill overlooking the town. Harry Packer [more...]

Get there early, parking and ferries can be crowded, better still, if you are returning on the late evening ferry, take the LIRR, from Penn in Manhattan or Atlantic in Brooklyn, and a cab from the station.

Get there early, parking and ferries can be crowded, better still, if you are returning on the late evening ferry, take the LIRR, from Penn in Manhattan or Atlantic in Brooklyn, and a cab from the station.

The Catskills retreats are a great way to refresh and focus. The Menla Mountain retreat in Phoenicia has yoga, tennis, pools, etc (call 212-807-0563). Or you can visit the Omega Institute in Rhinebeck where they offer workshops like [more...]