Best of Portland: Best Places for Inner Peace

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March 10, 2010 by Katerina | Comments (0)

Good afternoon, Portland! For most of us, it’s another exciting, but busy day with meetings and deadlines … but don’t forget to take a breather at some point. There are many unique spots in Portland that would help to revitalize! Take a look.

Aequis Spa
422 NW 13th Ave.
(503) 223-7847

Founded by Megan Klein in 2000, Aequis Spa began as a mere idea with a small hot tub, and expanded to an all-encompassing health and relaxation spa in the Pearl. Megan has grown into what seems to be a master of her field, having gained a variety of experiences through Tony Robbins’ spa, Namale Spa, in Fiji, and is regularly being recruited for new projects. “Every guest of Aequis is honored as a sacred individual.” This draws out their approach to each client and the quality of their services. Aequis is not just a business; it is a sanctuary and a refuge in the heart of the city. In contrast to other spas, Aequis provides unique, rare offerings, including various world therapies and wellness rituals, hand and foot ‘cures,’ couple’s retreat, and special events, along with intricate massage rituals, including ayurveda, facials and beauty care. Aequis has continuously won awards of “Best Spa,” “Best Facial,” and “Best Massage” over the years. Check out their website for full listings and details.

The DragonTree: A Holistic Day Spa
2768 NW Thurman Street
(503) 221-4123

Described as small and warm, DragonTree compliments other local spas nicely. Founded by Briana Borten in 2003, DragonTree is interesting in how it focuses not on any one given visit, but on your overall journey towards balance and rejuvenation, and serves as a resource for tools and education in self-maintenance and healing techniques. So you will get more than a massage or a facial; you will walk out with ways to continue your journey towards wellness independently. DragonTree provides a variety of services ranging from skin care and waxing to massages, acupuncture, spas and ayurveda.

Bagby Hot Springs
Estacada, OR

Don’t forget to take advantage of Oregon’s natural wonders as well as our local businesses! We are lucky to live in the midst of mountains, rivers, forests and…. hot tubs? Yup! Check out Bagby Hot Springs in Estacada, OR. You’ll drive through green valleys and scenic views of Mount Hood, park your car, take an easy 3-mile hike past a 50 foot waterfall, and reach a cabin with hollowed-out cedar logs serving as 8-foot-long bathtubs. It’s open all year. Best part? It’s cheap! There is a Northwest Forest Pass fee of $5, or $30 per season.

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