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Calistoga’s Unique Mud Baths

The town of Calistoga, at the north end of Napa Valley, offers some of the world's best mud bath spa experiences. The reason for their renowned reputation is the special mixture of mineral-rich mud found only in Calistoga, the long history of mud bath traditions dating back to the 19th century, and…

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Calistoga's Hot Springs & Mineral Pools

One of the hidden secrets of Napa Valley is its naturally occurring mineral hot springs in Calistoga. Powered by geothermal and volcanic activity, these mineral hot springs were discovered over 8,000 years ago. The earth's heat from below the surface warms the water, creating hot springs that are…

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The Ultimate Guide to Calistoga | A Three-Day Itinerary

On this three-day adventure, explore local history, hidden gems, and iconic landmarks of Napa Valley’s northernmost town, Calistoga. If you’ve ever visited Calistoga, you’ve likely heard about Sam Brannan – the state’s first millionaire – who developed the town as a hot springs resort destination…

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Memorial Day Weekend in Napa Valley 2023

It’s Memorial Day weekend, and you want to come to beautiful Napa Valley to spend three days soaking up the sun and sipping some wine. If you’re not sure where to start, here’s some things you should know. Memorial Day = BottleRock Napa Valley The BottleRock Napa Valley music festival, now in its…

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Relax & Restore: the Prettiest Spas in Napa Valley

Looking for a beautifully healthy getaway? Come snooze away on a plush spa table and detox in a mud and mineral bath. No matter what your flavor, here are the best Napa Valley spas to escape to help you re-energize and relax. The Spa at Indian Springs Calistoga You must experience the mud bath…

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Napa Valley's Unique Body Treatments

Yes, there are luxury spas at almost any destination you can imagine. But few are blessed with the abundance of natural resources found here in the Napa Valley. From its world-renowned soils to its grape by-products and farm-to-massage-table ingredients, our wine country has got you covered from…

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